No matter when you visit Uji, the idyllic view of the Uji River and the green mountains will soothe your soul.[Washun] is located at the end of a quiet alley away from the main street where tourists come and go. Kien]is.

The owner, Takashi Okamoto, is a local who greets you with a smile.After graduating from high school, he honed his career at prestigious restaurants such as the long-established restaurant [Kikunoi] and his own family's famous restaurant [Okamoto]. ``I want to liven up Uji through cooking,'' he says.2022Years5This store opened in May.all16The inside of the restaurant, which is about the size of a seat, has a chic atmosphere but is comfortable with an open feel.Mr. Okamoto stands in front of the counter and entertains the guests by generously showing off his profound Japanese cooking skills, such as masterful knife handling and plating. The menu changes monthly and includes seasonal items such as sashimi, side dishes, and charcoal-grilled dishes.At dinner time, each person is served a plate of appetizers featuring seasonal flavors.The neat presentation and delicate flavor are wonderful.The lineup of sake for that day is written on the wall. “I would like people to enjoy seasonal and unusual sake,” says Okamoto. Sake that we tasted and found to be delicious, including “Furoizumi Yamahai Shikomi Junmai Ginjo Nakakumi Unfiltered Nama Genshu” (Shiga Prefecture, Uehara Sake Brewery)10There are a wide variety of brands on display, from refreshing and dry to easy-drinking, sweet, and some that were purchased based on their labels.Since new brands are purchased from time to time, regular customers are happy to say that they can enjoy a different sake every time they come.The sake is “Kubota Manju” (Niigata/Asahi Sake Brewery)1600Yen and other stocks are the same950Offered in yen.Speaking of rare sake, we also recommend the fruit sake made by Houou Mita (Kobayashi Sake Brewery, Tochigi).We pay special attention to the original taste and texture of the fruit, and when you drink it on the rocks, you can enjoy its rich flavor.Fruit wine (both Houou Mida) Plum wine800Yen, Yuzu, Peach900Circle.Mackerel sushi with thick and fatty meat (900yen) is good as a final meal at dinner time, or as an accompaniment to Japanese sake.If it's lunch time, try Unadamaju, which has a gorgeous appearance and is very attractive.2600circle.We also recommend the appetizers, small side dishes, soups, and pickles.When you want to eat authentic Japanese food in Uji, you should head here without hesitation.