Mara - Yamagata Cuisine and Sake

A local dish from the inland region of Yamagata Prefecture. A hearty stew with taro, konjac, green onions, and mushrooms, simmered in local soy sauce with beef. It has a hot and heartwarming taste, perfect as a side dish for rice or as a snack with drinks.

Udon noodles in a curry sauce with a Japanese dashi broth. It is often served as a finishing dish for Yamagata's specialty imoni, but can also be enjoyed as a single dish. It features a spicy and deep flavor.

Onigiri made with "Tsuyahime," a brand of rice grown by farmer Gensuke in Haguro Town, Yamagata Prefecture. It is seasoned with fragrant miso. The fluffy sweetness of the rice and the saltiness of the miso are in perfect balance. Can be ordered from 1 piece.

Onigiri made with brand rice "Tsuyahime" and coated with spicy miso. The umami and spiciness of the miso stimulate the appetite. Also recommended as a late-night meal. Can be ordered from 1 piece.

Onigiri made with brand rice "Tsuyahime" and coated with fukinoto miso, a spring delicacy. The slightly bitter aroma unique to fukinoto whets the appetite. A flavorful seasonal specialty. Can be ordered from 1 piece.

Onigiri made with brand rice "Tsuyahime," grilled to a fragrant finish. Coated with sauce such as soy sauce and grilled, it features a crispy texture and fragrant flavor. Takes some time to serve. Can be ordered from 1 piece.

A simple salt-seasoned onigiri that allows you to enjoy the original deliciousness of the brand rice "Tsuyahime." The sweetness of the fluffy cooked rice and the subtle saltiness are highlighted. Can be ordered from 1 piece.

Fragrant fried rice made with plenty of chirimen jako (small dried sardines). The saltiness and umami of the jako blend well with the rice, creating a rich flavor. It's recommended as a rice dish or as a late-night meal.

A classic Japanese dish where chicken and egg are simmered in a sweet and savory broth and served over rice. The creamy egg, tender chicken, and the umami of the broth combine for a gentle flavor. It enhances the deliciousness of Tsuyahime rice.

A fragrant rice bowl combining fresh sashimi with Yamagata's unique "dashi" (seasoning). The freshness of the sashimi and the umami of the dashi blend together, making it a perfect match for rice. A luxurious dish where you can feel the blessings of Yamagata.

A rice bowl combining fresh seafood with salted natto. The flavor of natto and the umami of seafood harmonize surprisingly well, creating a refreshing yet deep taste. Also recommended for health-conscious individuals.

A set of rice made with the brand rice "Tsuyahime" and a comforting miso soup. You can add this to set meals or single dishes for a balanced meal. It's a fundamental combination for a Japanese meal.

A soba dish, a specialty of Kawashima Town, Yamagata Prefecture, where chicken and soba noodles are served with a cold dipping sauce. The umami from the chicken and the flavor of the soba noodles blend well with the cold sauce. It's refreshing yet has a deep richness, making it a popular menu item not only in summer but year-round. A warm version is also available.

A ramen-like dish, a specialty of Yamagata, where chicken and Chinese noodles are served with a cold dipping sauce. The cold soup, infused with the umami of chicken, and the chewy texture of the Chinese noodles are in perfect balance. It's refreshing yet has a rich flavor, and a warm version is also available.

A unique Yamagata style of serving soba noodles, presented on a large wooden board. It features the rich aroma and firm texture of soba, and is typically shared among multiple people. You can also order extra dipping sauce.

A local dish from Yamagata Prefecture where udon noodles are pulled directly from a hot pot. It is eaten by dipping in a sauce made from natto and boiled mackerel. It features chewy udon noodles and a flavorful sauce. It is typically enjoyed by gathering around the pot with multiple people.

A dish of fresh surf clams steamed with sake. It features the rich broth infused with the umami of surf clams and their plump meat. It's a simple yet luxurious taste that pairs perfectly with Nihonshu.

Fresh surf clams steamed with sake. You can enjoy the unique sweetness and texture of surf clams. The rich broth from the clams is also delicious, and it's a dish to be savored slowly with drinks.

A dish combining seasonal firefly squid with "hiroko" (a type of wild vegetable) from Yamagata Prefecture. You can enjoy the rich flavor of firefly squid and the crisp texture of hiroko. It has a refreshing taste that evokes the arrival of spring.

A dish made by boiling "urui," a type of wild vegetable, and dressing it with vinegared miso. The slippery texture of urui and the refreshing acidity of the vinegared miso whet the appetite. It has a spring-like flavor that is perfect as a snack with Nihonshu.

Fresh "Hatsukatsuo" (early bonito) caught in spring, lightly seared on the outside and served raw inside. It is enjoyed with ponzu sauce and condiments. It has a refreshing taste and the original umami of bonito. Popular as a seasonal delicacy.

Rice cooked with seasonal firefly squid and rapeseed blossoms. The umami of firefly squid and the slight bitterness of rapeseed blossoms permeate the rice, creating a flavorful spring-like taste. Served for 2 people.

A draft beer from the world-renowned Danish brand "Carlsberg." It features a clean taste and refreshing finish. It's a well-balanced lager that pairs well with any dish.

A small draft beer, perfect for a quick drink or to enjoy with your meal. Please ask the staff about the brand. It has a refreshing finish.