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No. 07

Kuroge Wagyu is the Star of this Kaiseki Course

Towa

Wagyu Focused Kaiseki (Nishiazabu)

Contents

1 ｜ Kuroge Wagyu is the Star of this Kaiseki Course
2 ｜ Mixing Tradition and Innovation Helped Towa Earn a Michelin Star
3 ｜ ROCOCO Lightens the Mood with its Fun Bottle Design

Kuroge Wagyu is the Star of this Kaiseki Course

Towa is a celebrated wagyu-focused kaiseki restaurant located in the prestigious Nishiazabu neighborhood of Tokyo. Chef and proprietor Masashi Narita has built his reputation on his mastery of Kuroge Wagyu beef, which takes center stage in every kaiseki course served at Towa. The restaurant's approach to kaiseki is deeply rooted in the traditional Japanese philosophy of honoring the finest seasonal ingredients, but with a focus on Kuroge Wagyu that gives Towa a unique identity. Guests who visit Towa are treated to a kaiseki experience that showcases the extraordinary versatility and complexity of premium Japanese beef, from delicate appetizers to rich, satisfying main courses.

Mixing Tradition and Innovation Helped Towa Earn a Michelin Star

Towa's journey to earning a coveted Michelin star was the result of years of careful balance between tradition and innovation. Chef Narita has always believed that the best kaiseki cuisine is both deeply rooted in tradition and constantly evolving. "I respect the traditions of kaiseki," he says, "but I also believe that cuisine must evolve to remain relevant and exciting." This philosophy has guided every decision at Towa, from the design of the menu to the selection of ingredients. The result is a kaiseki experience that is both deeply traditional and refreshingly modern—a balance that has been recognized and celebrated by the Michelin Guide.

ROCOCO Lightens the Mood with its Fun Bottle Design

"When I first saw the ROCOCO bottle, I was immediately charmed by its fun and playful design," says Chef Narita with a smile. "It brought a sense of lightness and joy to my restaurant that I immediately appreciated." But it was the taste of ROCOCO that truly won Chef Narita over. "The flavor matched the elegance of the bottle design perfectly—refined, balanced, and completely delicious." ROCOCO is now a key part of the Towa experience, served as a premium aperitif that sets the tone for the kaiseki course that follows. "ROCOCO lightens the mood and puts my guests in the perfect frame of mind to enjoy their meal," says Chef Narita.

INFORMATION

Towa

Modern Form Nishiazabu Building Part III 2F, 4-11-25 Nishiazabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo
TEL : 03-6433-5680
@nishiazabu_towa

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