City Lunch @ Akasaka

The city lunch in Tokyo is a very different experience than heading to a Melbourne CBD local. I was joined by a couple of Bakers' cohorts as we ventured into a local Akasaka eatery actually on a search for Fugu (the poisonous Japanese blowfish). The specialist Fugu chef had since left the building so we decided to take our chances on the non-life-threatening menu.

Japanese food in Japan is totally different to Melbourne. If you think you are going to walk into a Suji-Sushi-esque establishment and pick up 3 hand rolls you are sadly mistaken.

With some valued assistance from my co-worker, I went straight for the Sashimi - as you can see, the presentation of all the dishes is incredible, like a work of art. Besides the Sashimi being incredibly fresh and delicious, I love the fact that you get multiple dishes. The miso is a highlight, with a rich flavour derived from the small clams (or pipis) that are floating in the bottom of the bowl.

I'll let the pictures do the talking on this one - no need for anything else.