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Celebrating Two Years of Flavors and Health at Kakoi

Located in Roppongi, Kakoi is a unique chicken grilling restaurant founded by the renowned Yoshitomo Ishii, Michelin one-star chef of Torikatsu Ishii, and food activist, Uemon Mitomi. As the restaurant marks its second anniversary, it introduces two new signature hot pot menus aimed at enhancing the dining experience and promoting health.

New Signature Dishes

1. Collagen-rich Jidori White Soup Hot Pot

This special hot pot dish comes with a rich white broth made by simmering chicken bones for over six hours. It features a variety of local chicken parts and a unique chicken meatball specifically designed for hot pots. Rich in collagen, this dish not only boosts beauty but also maximizes the savory taste of the chicken, allowing guests to savor every bite.

2. Body-balancing Clear Herbal Hot Pot

Alongside the white soup hot pot, Kakoi also introduces the Clear Herbal Hot Pot, which is made from chicken clear soup combined with eight types of herbal ingredients. This special broth is complemented by rare chicken cuts such as thigh, neck, and harami, along with seasonal vegetables, ensuring a delightful and health-conscious dining experience.

Menu & Pricing

Both dishes are priced at 6,500 JPY (tax included) and come with a variety of accompaniments. The Collagen-rich Jidori White Soup Hot Pot requires a reservation and includes:

• - Assorted meats
• - Parent-child chicken meatballs
• - Chicken breast shabu-shabu
• - Assorted vegetables, plus three seasonal dishes and dessert.

On the other hand, the Body-balancing Clear Herbal Hot Pot, which doesn't require reservations, includes:

• - Assorted meats
• - Homemade wontons
• - Chicken breast shabu-shabu
• - Assorted vegetables, also complemented by three seasonal dishes and dessert.

Availability and Reservations

Both hot pots became available starting October 4. For reservations, guests can reach out via their Instagram account or through various reservation sites.

Owner's Reflections

Owner and Producer Uemon Mitomi expressed gratitude for the support that Kakoi has received over the past two years. He hopes the introduction of these new hot pot menus will showcase the unique allure of chicken to an even broader audience and promises to continue expanding Kakoi's exceptional world of chicken cuisine.

About Kakoi

Kakoi, which opened in October 2023, follows the success of Bird Artisan Ishii Hina in Minamiazabu. It is a collaboration once again between Yoshitomo Ishii from Tori Shokunin Ishii in Osaka and Uemon Mitomi, aimed at redefining chicken grilling in a way that is both modern and accessible. The restaurant prides itself on using high-quality ingredients and offers a new style of chicken grilling that is gaining popularity.

Restaurant Details

• - Name: Kakoi (読み: Kakoi)
• - Address: 7-5-11 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Casa Grande Miwa 2F
• - Business Hours: 17:00 - 23:30
• - Last Order: Food 22:30 / Drinks 23:00
• - Closed on: Varied holidays
• - Seating Capacity: 46 seats (All seating is in sunken kotatsu)

As Kakoi embraces a new chapter with its hot pot offerings, it looks forward to enhancing its appeal in the gastronomic scene of Roppongi, combining the delights of chicken grilled with health-conscious dining options.