Sake drinking temperature
Japanese sake is at times almost a mystical drink, so much there is to know about its origin, production or how best to enjoy sake can.
A significant influence has the drinking temperature, which in turn is also closely connected with the Sake category and the ideal sake vessel is linked. In this article we explain everything about the optimal temperature of sake when drinking
Yuzu - the aromatic Japanese citrus fruit
An intensely fresh, slightly tart and tangy fragrance, yellow to orange color, and an incredible aroma—that's yuzu, biologically known as Citrus x junos. This citrus fruit comes from Japan, is about the size of a tennis ball, and enriches Japanese cuisine, cocktails, and even personal care products. It can often be found fresh, dried, or [...]
How to eat sushi? All about sushi etiquette
Eating sushi is popular and doesn't seem to require any special skills—yet there are a few tips that will show you're a connoisseur, make eating more comfortable, and even enhance your enjoyment. After all, Japan is the land of rules—and the more you know, the better you can enjoy sushi just like in Japan. […]
Muroka Genshu - unfiltered strong sake
Sake is first divided into different categories depending on the method of production, which provide information about the quality and method of production. One of the rarer categories is Muroka Genshu - here we give a brief overview of these Sake category.
Namazake - unpasteurized sake
The different categories and classifications of sake help to find an overview of sake and the perspective in the search for the personal favorite sake. Here we briefly introduce a particularly interesting category: Namazake.
Sake drinking - how best to enjoy Nihonshu
The good news in advance: To Sake enjoy in style does not necessarily have to follow rules. Although there are many different rituals and recommendations, you can interpret them according to your own preferences. For example, it doesn't matter much whether sake is drunk with food or after. Many connoisseurs are of the opinion that sake shows its true character only in connection with suitable dishes, but also solo sake takes you into unique worlds of taste.
Omotenashi - Hospitality in Japanese
Omotenashi is the name for a special form of Japanese hospitality that is deeply rooted in Japanese culture and philosophy. Despite a clear division of roles, the relationship between guest and host is one of equality and mutual respect. The guest appreciates the efforts of the host and the host does everything to make the guest feel comfortable and have a pleasant experience.
Restaurant Toshi in Munich closed
Sad news reached us unexpectedly at the beginning of March 2022: „Toshi“, the restaurant of our colleague & competitor Toshio Kobatake at Wurzererstr.18 in Munich, will close in mid-March 2022. The last evening at Toshi was very abruptly on March 12, 2022. As soon as there is something new from Toshi, you will find out in this article. First of all here [...]
Kokorozuke - Tipping in Japanese
Recently, the question arose in our restaurant as to whether tips are given in Japan and how we would handle this at Restaurant sansaro in Munich. We are always impressed by our guests' knowledge and keen interest in Japanese culture and customs, and we go [...]
Hina-Matsuri - the festival of the girls on March 3
Japanese cuisine and culture fascinate us, so we always enjoy sharing culinary stories from Japan—here we focus on special dishes for a special day... March 3—Hina Matsuri, Girls„ Day On March 3, Hina dolls are displayed and decorated in Japan. On this “Girls„ Day“ (also known as "Doll's Festival" or "Girls' Festival") [...]