Indulge in the Flavors of Early Summer with Limited Menu at Teraken

A Seasonal Culinary Experience at Teraken

Starting June 1, 2026, the Teraken Group, an esteemed member of the Umenohana family and based in Chiyoda, Tokyo, invites diners to savor its exclusive "Now in Season!" menu, celebrating the flavors of early summer. This limited offering promises to elevate your palate with premium ingredients, each showcasing the skilled craftsmanship of their chefs.

Highlights of June: A Chef’s Touch

The June menu centers around two standout offerings that are essential in Kyoto's early summer cuisine: the exquisite "live-shimehamo" (a fresh eel delicacy) and the plump "Hokkaido live clams", both promising to tantalize your taste buds.

1. Craftsmanship in Every Bite: Live-Shimehamo

The arrival of summer brings with it the delicate and flavorful live-shimehamo. Due to this ingredient's complexity, expert chef techniques are crucial to fully develop its unique taste profile. Teraken emphasizes the quality of its live-shimehamo, serving expertly blanched sashimi and tempura that captures its light and airy texture enveloped in a crispy batter. This dish is a true seasonal celebration only available during the month of June.

2. Rich Coastal Treasures: Hokkaido Live Clams

The Hokkaido live clams, raised in the bountiful northern seas, are otrobe snet with distinctive flavor and solid texture. The chefs at Teraken leverage this ingredient's intense natural broth and tender meat in diverse culinary styles, including the classic sake-steam option and a quick stir-fry with vibrant greens—perfectly pairing with cocktails or meals.

Exclusive June Menu Offerings

Teraken's limited-time offerings highlight the skill of their chefs, with the following dishes featured this month:

- Kyoto Cuisine Live-Shimehamo Sashimi with Homemade Plum Sauce

Price: ¥699 (including tax ¥768)
This classic Kyoto dish features expertly prepared live-shimehamo, delicately blanched and served chilled, harmonizing the eel's inherent sweetness with the refreshing tartness of their specialty plum sauce.

- Live-Shimehamo with Vegetable Tempura (Zucchini, Myoga, Eggplant)

Price: ¥899 (including tax ¥988)
This decadent dish showcases thick, perfectly battered live-shimehamo alongside fresh summer vegetables, delivering an explosion of texture and flavor, expertly plated as a tempura mix for a limited time.

- Hokkaido Live Clams Sake-Steamed with Butter

Price: ¥699 (including tax ¥768)
Utilizing Hokkaido's fresh live clams, this dish features a high-heat technique that releases a rich clam broth complemented by a luscious buttery aroma, ensuring a sophisticated flavor explosion.

- Hokkaido Live Clams Stir-Fried with Fresh Greens

Price: ¥699 (including tax ¥768)
Taste the depth of flavor as fresh Hokkaido live clams are swiftly stir-fried with vibrant greens and garlic, creating an aromatic engagement that captures the essence of summertime dining.

General Details

Availability: June 1, 2026 – June 30, 2026 (subject to change based on ingredient availability)

About Teraken's Seafood Restaurants

At Teraken's seafood establishments—Sakura Suisan, Uo-sama, and Uo ga Ichiban—dining is focused on fresh seafood direct from the Toyosu market, combined with culinary artistry at reasonable prices. These restaurants continually strive to delight customers with the sustainable tastes of each season.

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Teraken’s Commitment to Craftsmanship and Sustainability

Teraken is dedicated to sustainable cooking practices that maximize ingredient usage to minimize waste. Special care is taken to utilize each part of freshly sourced seafood and shellfish delivered from Toyosu market, ensuring culinary offerings respect the ingredients by being prepared with precision and care. The restaurant fosters the philosophy of ‘the heart of finishing’—celebrating the flavors and life of every ingredient.

Special Limited ‘Under the Radar’ Menu!

The chefs also create a limited-time ‘under the radar’ menu based on daily catches and unique sourcing strategies, highly praised by diners for its variability and exclusivity. Don’t miss out on these one-time-only paired dishes, promising special culinary encounters you won’t forget!