Shiki Sabou Yamu

Nestled in the serene rural area of Arai, Fukushima City, Shiki Sabou Yamu offers a unique dining experience that blends traditional Japanese elements with creative culinary innovations. This restaurant is housed in a beautifully renovated 230-year-old Japanese house, providing a tranquil atmosphere enhanced by a picturesque Japanese garden complete with a koi pond. Shiki Sabou Yamu specializes in Japanese cuisine with a focus on Kaiseki dining, a multi-course meal that showcases the artistry and precision of Japanese cooking. The menu features exquisite dishes such as grilled chicken with mustard dressing, sashimi, and mebaru fish with a Japanese-style sauce. The restaurant also takes pride in serving Koshihikari rice from Fukushima Arai, paired with a clear soup enriched with seaweed and okahijiki. The culinary team at Shiki Sabou Yamu consists of three talented chefs, each bringing diverse backgrounds in Japanese, Italian, and dining bar cuisines. This diversity is reflected in the creative dishes they craft, using plates designed by Mr. Shinji Sano from the celestial kiln in Minamiaizu. Guests can enjoy their meals in a variety of settings, including table seating and private or semi-private rooms, making it an ideal location for special occasions. The attentive and polite staff ensure a memorable dining experience for every guest. For those interested in local flavors, Shiki Sabou Yamu offers a sake tasting set featuring selections from renowned breweries in Fukushima Prefecture, adding another layer of authenticity to the dining experience.