[rating:4]
I was informed that Sakagura is involved in providing financial assistance to people affected by recent tragedies in Japan. I am glad to have contributed to this effort by dining here as well as through other means.
A good friend took me here for lunch to celebrate my recent marriage, and I truly appreciate the gesture.
One thing worth noting is that this place could use a more visible sign. I walked by twice without noticing it. There is another Japanese restaurant next door, which I initially mistook for Sakagura, but the names did not match. Eventually, I spotted a small sign near the building entrance indicating “Sakagura.”
The address is correct, but you do need to enter the building, pass the front desk, and take the stairs or elevator downstairs to reach the restaurant.
I reviewed the menu beforehand and quickly realized this is not the typical Japanese restaurant I usually visit. There were no rolls, but they offered a solid selection of traditional Japanese dishes. If you are not familiar with traditional Japanese cuisine, it is worth checking the menu ahead of time so you know what to expect.
For an appetizer, I ordered a mixed seaweed salad with ginger dressing, which was very good. For the main course, I had cold soba with mixed tempura, which was quite tasty.
My friend ordered salmon sashimi and encouraged me to try a piece. It was my first time tasting a decent sized piece of raw fish, and I found it surprisingly enjoyable. She also tried a sweet sake style drink, which I sampled but did not personally care for, though she liked it very much.
Overall, this was a great experience, and I am glad I had the opportunity to try something new. Thanks again to my friend for the introduction.
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