
About
At Kokoromai, where we pursue the ideal of “ultimate home cooking,” we continuously refine everything — from ingredients and cooking methods to the tools we use. Seasonal vegetables and fresh seafood are sourced from across Japan, and each dish is prepared with meticulous care to draw out the ingredients’ natural character.
At the heart of the experience is our selection of heirloom rice varieties, each carrying a lineage of more than a century. Every portion is cooked individually in a traditional donabe clay pot, allowing the unique aroma and personality of each rice to shine.
A thoughtful selection of sake is also available to complement the dishes and elevate the dining experience.
The restaurant offers a calm, wood‑toned interior, maintained daily by our proprietress to ensure a serene and immaculate atmosphere. It is an ideal setting for those seeking a peaceful escape from the city or a quiet moment with someone special.
We invite you to experience the essence of Japanese cuisine — a meal that engages all five senses.
Menu & Courses
[Classic of Kokoromai] Enjoy the Ultimate Home Cooking, Chef's Choice Course
This special menu in Minami-Aoyama weaves the vitality of ingredients lovingly nurtured by producers into a sensory experience. Starting with the rich "Onsen Egg" from Ureshipamoshiri Natural Farm and the brand corn "Emimare's Kakiage" from Narukawa Farm, indulge in luxurious "Fried Tilefish from Yamaguchi Prefecture" and "Charcoal-Grilled Kumamoto Akaushi Beef Loin" carefully grilled to perfection.
Immerse yourself in the uncompromising aesthetics of the natural flavors of the ingredients. Savor the deep taste of red miso soup made with local clam broth and freshly cooked rice in an earthenware pot to your heart's content.
[Menu "Part One"]
■ One, Onsen Egg with Umami Dashi ~Scent of Green Yuzu~
Free-range eggs from "Ureshipamoshiri Natural Farm" nurtured by the nature of Iwate. The rich umami of these eggs is gently enhanced by a special umami dashi. The glossy egg yolk, overflowing with richness, is complemented by the refreshing aroma of green yuzu.
■ Two, Seasonal Vegetables Ohitashi —Amber Sauce with Kudzu—
With selected junsai from Akita Prefecture
Yellow chives, fruit tomatoes, watercress, broccoli
The refreshing umami of seasonal vegetables is immersed in a refined dashi, lavishly accompanied by selected junsai from Akita Prefecture. Enjoy the lingering taste of the dashi along with the refreshing scent of green yuzu.
■ Three, Corn Kakiage
Okinawa Salt
The brand corn "Emimare" is characterized by its overwhelming sweetness surpassing even melons and its thin, tender skin. The vivid sweetness from Narukawa Farm is made into kakiage. Enjoy the rich aroma and robust umami enhanced by heat.
■ Four, Assorted Sashimi
This is a sashimi of matured fish, where the moisture of carefully selected natural fresh fish is removed to concentrate the umami. Enjoy the natural sweetness of the fish with "Okinawa Salt and Sudachi," and the profound taste with "Homemade Soy Sauce."
■ Five, Fried Tilefish from Yamaguchi Prefecture
The scales of the tilefish, known as the "phantom of luxury fish," are beautifully raised like pine cones in hot oil and fried to a crisp. The fragrant scales and the elegant, melt-in-your-mouth sweetness of the flesh inside create an exceptional contrast in texture.
■ Six, Charcoal-Grilled Kumamoto Akaushi Beef Loin
—Grated Onion Soy Sauce—
The philosophy of lean meat nurtured by the land of Aso. The high-quality loin of the rare Kumamoto Akaushi beef is carefully grilled over charcoal to bring out its fragrant and juicy tenderness. The mellow soy sauce with grated onion harmonizes richly with the deep umami of the meat.
■ Seven, Rice Cooked in an Earthenware Pot
Red Miso Soup with Local Clam Broth: The broth, rich with the umami of local clams, is blended with naturally cultivated three-year-aged red miso.
Homemade Pickles
Four Accompaniments: Seaweed Tsukudani / Homemade Chirimen Sansho / Uncolored Cod Roe / Leaf Chili Tsukudani
■ Eight, Dessert
Please refer to the separate sheet. *You can choose your preferred brand of rice from 12 varieties, one per person. Additional rice is also available. (Please pay on-site on the day)
【Special Selection】Special Course Featuring Seasonal Ingredients
This is a special course woven with the energy of the earth and sincere craftsmanship. Starting with the noble fatty phantom fish 'Sujiara and Local Clam Sake Steamed,' and boasting incredible tenderness and clear richness, 'Kumamoto Akaushi Chateaubriand Charcoal-Grilled,' a selection of premium ingredients graces the table one after another.
To conclude, we offer a rich 'Local Clam Broth Red Miso Soup' with a deep aroma of naturally cultivated three-year-aged miso, and freshly cooked rice in an earthenware pot. Please enjoy a rich time that melts your heart in a serene space.
【Menu "Special Selection"】
■ One, Hot Spring Egg with Umami Broth ~Scent of Green Yuzu~
Free-range eggs from 'Ureshi Pamashiri Natural Farm' nurtured by the nature of Iwate. The rich umami of these eggs is gently enhanced by a special umami broth. The glossy egg yolk overflows with the refreshing scent of green yuzu.
■ Two, Seasonal Vegetables Ohitashi —Amber Sauce with Kudzu—
With Special Selection Junsai from Akita Prefecture
Yellow chives, fruit tomatoes, watercress, broccoli
The refreshing umami of seasonal vegetables is immersed in a refined broth, lavishly accompanied by the cool special selection junsai from Akita Prefecture. Enjoy the lingering taste of the broth with the refreshing scent of green yuzu.
■ Three, Assorted Sashimi
This is sashimi of matured fish, where the moisture is removed to condense the umami of carefully selected natural fresh fish. Enjoy the natural sweetness of the fish with 'Okinawa Salt and Sudachi,' and the deep flavor with 'Homemade Soy Sauce.'
■ Four, Sake Steamed Sujiara and Local Clam from Nagasaki Prefecture
—Hot Sesame Oil with Aromatic Vegetables—
Sujiara, also known as a phantom premium fish, is combined with umami-rich local clams and gently sake-steamed. Finished with hot sesame oil to enhance the aroma. The rich umami of the clams and the noble fat of the sujiara blend elegantly with the savory oil in this sophisticated dish.
■ Five, Kumamoto Akaushi Chateaubriand Charcoal-Grilled
——Grated Onion Soy Sauce——
The pinnacle of Kumamoto Akaushi, the rare and exquisite 'Chateaubriand.' The clear richness unique to lean meat and the astonishingly tender texture. The mellow soy sauce with grated onion harmonizes richly with the deep umami of the meat.
■ Six, Small Stewed Hamburger of Kumamoto Akaushi Kosei Beef
The philosophy of lean meat nurtured by the land of Aso. Kumamoto Akaushi and the life-filled growth pork from Iwate. Selected ingredients are finished with a matured sauce that has been preserved for ten years without interruption.
■ Seven, Rice Cooked in an Earthenware Pot
Red Miso Soup with Local Clam Broth: The broth enveloped in the rich umami of local clams is blended with naturally cultivated three-year-aged red miso.
Homemade Pickles
Four Assorted Accompaniments: Seaweed Tsukudani / Homemade Chirimen Sansho / Uncolored Cod Roe / Leaf Pepper Tsukudani
■ Eight, Dessert
Please refer to the separate sheet.
※ You can choose your preferred brand of rice from 12 varieties, one per person. Additional rice is also available. (Please pay on-site on the day)
* Tax and service charge included.
* For course reservations, the course fee must be paid in advance, and any additional charges incurred on-site will be settled on the day.
* Please note that the price may vary depending on seasonal ingredients.
Features
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available
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Only those who can enjoy the same course as adults are allowed
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5,500 JPY/bottle (including tax)
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Reservation Notes
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Price Range:
Dinner: USD 101.92 - USD 122.3
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Dietary restrictions / Allergies:
If you have any specific food allergies or ingredients you cannot consume, please inform us in advance. Unfortunately, we cannot accept reservations if there are ingredients that you cannot eat within a wide range.
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Arrival time:
Please arrive 5 minutes before your reserved time to ensure a timely start of your meal. If you do not contact us and exceed your reservation time, it will be automatically canceled.
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Dress Code:
Dress code is smart casual (Please refrain from wearing T-shirts, shorts, and sandals when you visit.)
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Children:
Only those who can enjoy the same course as adults are allowed.
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Others:
We kindly ask for your consideration regarding excessive perfume or fabric softener fragrances.
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours and 30 minutes for your dining experience.
We do not offer birthday plates; however, guests are welcome to bring their own cake. If you wish to do so, please note it in the special requests section when making your reservation.
Information
| Total Seats | 19 Seats |
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| Operation hours | 06:00 PM - 11:30 PM (Last seating at 9:00 PM) |
| Regular holiday | Saturdays, Public Holiday, Irregular holidays *The restaurant may be temporarily open or temporarily closed. |
| Payment methods | Cash,Credit card available |
| Smoking | Not Allowed |
| Address |
Minami-Aoyama Mori Building 1F, 7-13-12 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo
東京都港区南青山7-13-12 南青山森ビル 1F
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| Nearest station |
Hiroo Station, Omotesando Station
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| Directions from station |
15 minutes walk from Hiroo Station (3 minutes by taxi)
20 minutes walk from Omotesando Station (7 minutes by taxi) |












