01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Perched on the 2nd floor of a building in Amanuma, Yuki-Tsubaki is an izakaya marked by an appealing array of small plates and an extensive sake selection. From the thoughtful otoshi appetizer that arrives first, each course reflects careful preparation that quickly builds anticipation for the rest of the meal.
The rotating list of daily bites includes delicate cold appetizers and starters such as salt-roasted edible chrysanthemum, pickled kumquats, and simmered lentils. The deep-fried offerings are equally varied, ranging from seasonal touches like Shimonita leek tempura and dried persimmon tempura to oyster cream croquettes and ham cutlets filled with melted cheese. For something more substantial, meat dishes like pepper-seasoned fried chicken, Hiramoku Sangenton pork loin cutlet, and beef rump provide hearty options.
A carefully curated drinks selection complements the food, with chilled sake featuring notable names from across Japan such as Denshu Tokubetsu Junmai from Aomori, Jikon Tokubetsu Junmai Nigori from Mie, Jokigen from Yamagata, and Niwa no Uguisu from Fukuoka. Beer and wine are also available, making it easy to tailor drinks to your mood and meal.
With an open view of the kitchen from counter seats, the quiet interior suits solo drinks just as well as dinner with a small group. Open exclusively in the evenings, Yuki-Tsubaki accepts table reservations, making an advance booking worthwhile when planning an unhurried night of food and sake.
