Kutte

Thick-cut bacon, grilled to a fragrant crisp. Characterized by its juicy fat and saltiness, it pairs well with beer or highball.

A classic Japanese appetizer of raw octopus seasoned with wasabi. It features a chewy texture and a pungent wasabi kick that clears your sinuses.

Salt-boiled soybeans (Edamame). The beans have a natural sweetness and a pleasant saltiness. You pop the beans out of the pods by hand. Popular as a starter at izakayas.

An appetizer of rich cream cheese topped with salted kelp. The creaminess of the cheese and the umami of the kelp are a perfect match.

A mix of chopped okra and natto. Both have a characteristic sticky texture, offering a healthy and light flavor.

A dish of cucumbers mixed with kimchi or seasoned with kimchi flavor. The crisp texture of the cucumber and its spiciness stimulate the appetite.

Ochazuke topped with a piece of grilled salmon. The salmon's umami dissolves into the dashi broth, creating a simple yet profound flavor.

Ochazuke topped with grilled shishamo. Enjoy the savory aroma of shishamo and the popping texture of its roe.

Ochazuke topped with chicken tempura (Toriten). The batter soaks up the dashi broth, making it juicy and substantial.

Ochazuke topped with a piece of grilled mackerel. The richness of the mackerel's fat pairs well with the dashi broth for a deep flavor.

Ochazuke topped with natto. The sticky texture of natto is slightly softened by the dashi broth, making it easy to eat.

Ochazuke topped with takana pickles and mentaiko (spicy cod roe). The saltiness and texture of takana, along with the spiciness of mentaiko, provide a nice accent.

Ochazuke topped with pork grilled in a sweet and savory sauce. The teriyaki flavor blends with the dashi broth for a rich and satisfying bowl.

Canned mackerel warmed with butter. The butter adds a rich flavor, making it perfect as a snack.

A dish combining canned mackerel and egg. The umami of the mackerel and the mellowness of the egg complement each other well.

Canned mackerel topped with cheese, melted until gooey. Enjoy a Western-style flavor that pairs well with wine.