EN, whose name plays on the Japanese word for 'connection', has been bringing people together over honest Japanese cooking since 1996. The kitchen makes its dashi from scratch every morning and is meticulous about every ingredient, right down to the salt. Signature dishes include tai clay-pot rice cooked to order and a rotating selection of seasonal fish and meat preparations. The drinks list deserves special mention: alongside carefully chosen sake labels such as Dassai and Sharaku, there is a popular tasting set that lets you sample three varieties. Monthly limited-edition sake keeps regulars coming back. Banquet courses with all-you-can-drink packages are available for groups of up to twenty-eight. The dining room is a Japanese-modern space with jazz drifting softly in the background. Seating options include sunken kotatsu tables, an open kitchen counter and private rooms for five to eight guests. The restaurant is a one-minute walk from JR Ikebukuro Station's East Exit and is open from 11:00 to 22:00.
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Although it''''s part of a chain, the shop offers a comfortable vibe. There are two locations in Ikebukuro, and the Parco branch enjoys a higher rating on Tabelog. I was impressed by the ambiance and service, and the menu features inventive options such as buckwheat pizza, …
Emi T.
I had lunch on a weekday and made a reservation by phone. We were seated at a sunken kotatsu table with a 90‑minute time limit. Though not a fully private room, it was separated by a wall, giving us some privacy.
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On Tuesday, February 22, 2022, I visited the shop. The counter seats were spacious, and the interior was decorated with a calming, soothing atmosphere.
sato 5
I wanted something light, so I ordered a horse mackerel tataki bowl and udon noodles with sesame sauce. The side dishes included broccoli with sesame dressing, hijiki salad, and chewy tofu.
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Washoku-Sake Shop Entrance
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Grilled Fish with Lemon and Ginger
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Washoku-Sake Interior View
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Japanese Meal Spread
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Japanese Kaiseki Meal Spread
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Stuffed Peppers with Chicken and Sausage
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Fried Fish with Green Peppers and Lemon Wedge
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Dish with Ice and Spoon
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Japanese Food Menu Page
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Egg Topping Rice Bowl
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Sashimi Platter with Edamame and Wasabi
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Dessert Bowl with Matcha Ice Cream and Tama Mochi
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Sake Bar EN Interior View
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Japanese Fried Fish with Cabbage and Sauce
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Grilled Fish with Garnish
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Fresh Vegetables on Ice with Condiments
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Japanese Meal Spread
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Grilled Salmon with Lemon and Wasabi
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Sashimi Bowl with Lemon and Garlic
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Japanese Meal Set
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Japanese Meal Setting
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Spring Rolls with Garnish
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Stir-fried Mushrooms and Tomatoes with Greens
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Dish with sauce and garnish
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Japanese Food Platter with Raw Egg and Fish
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Japanese Food Spread
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Matcha Dessert with Ice Cream and Drink
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Sashimi Platter
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Tea and Side Dish
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Tempura with Lemon and Salt
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Seared Fish with Caramelized Onions
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Japanese Meal with Grilled Fish
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Sardine on Wooden Board
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Squid and Eggplant Dish with Shredded Tofu
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Braised Pork and Bamboo Shoots
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Japanese Meal Set
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Grilled Fish with Lemon and Wasabi
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Fried Chicken with Shishito Peppers and Lemon Wedge
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Japanese Meal with Rice and Egg Dish
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Food Display Buffet
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Soba Noodles on Bamboo Tray
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Japanese Bar Interior
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Cup of dark liquid in ceramic mug
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Matcha Ice Cream Dessert Bowl
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Japanese Meatball Soup with Mushrooms and Lime
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Stir-fried dish with garnish
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Fried Food Display
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Sauced Meat with Asparagus and Celery on Wooden Plate
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Matcha and Cherry Dessert
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Steamed Vegetable Roll with Topping
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Sashimi Platter with Ice
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Japanese Lunch Menu Display
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Japanese Meal Spread
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Grilled Salmon with Sauce and Garnish
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Japanese Restaurant Menu Page
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Restaurant Interior View
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Japanese Restaurant Menu Page
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Japanese Restaurant Menu Page
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Japanese Restaurant Menu Page
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Seasonal Recommendations Menu
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Japanese Restaurant Menu Page
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Japanese Restaurant Menu Display
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Udon Bowl Menu Page
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Japanese Restaurant Menu Page
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Restaurant Interior with Menu Boards and Bar Area
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Japanese Restaurant Interior Display
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Sake Bottle Label
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Hiroki Sake Label
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Mochiridofu Menu Card
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Sake Menu Page
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Sake Menu Page
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