Discover Seasonal Delicacies at Jizakana: March's Top Eight Menu Items

Unveiling March's Special Menu at Jizakana

As the cherry blossoms start to bloom and the days grow warmer, Jizakana, a renowned seafood izakaya with locations in Tokyo and Saitama, invites you to relish in their exclusive offerings for March. Each month, Jizakana curates a menu that highlights seasonal ingredients, and this time, guests can enjoy a selection of eight delectable dishes expertly crafted to enhance the festive spirit of spring.

Seasonal Highlights

From March 1st to March 31st, indulge in a variety of seasonal delights featuring the freshest ingredients such as Sakura shrimp, raw shirasu, and asparagus. Whether you are a seafood aficionado or simply seeking a unique dining experience, Jizakana's March menu is designed to tantalize your taste buds.

1. Sakura Shrimp Gunkan
Price: 420 yen (tax included: 462 yen)
This dish showcases a generous heap of vibrantly colored Sakura shrimp atop a bed of sushi rice, allowing you to savor the concentrated umami of these spring delicacies.

2. Raw Shirasu Gunkan
Price: 420 yen (tax included: 462 yen)
Sourced from Suruga Bay, this dish features fresh, plump shirasu that bring smiles with every bite, thanks to their irresistible texture.

3. Matsuba Gunkan with Sea Bream and Yuzu
Price: 550 yen (tax included: 605 yen)
Enjoy the refreshing taste and aroma of yuzu paired with the firm and delicious meat of sea bream, a fish regarded as auspicious in Japanese culture.

4. Matsuba Gunkan with Sea Bream and Plum Seaweed
Price: 550 yen (tax included: 605 yen)
This delightful roll combines the savory essence of salt kelp with fragrant plum, making it a perfect accompaniment to your choice of sake.

5. Firefly Squid with Vinegared Miso and Nanohana Seaweed (Combined Dish)
Price: 590 yen (tax included: 649 yen)
Experience a refined combination of spring flavors with tender firefly squid served with a gently tangy vinegared miso, complemented by the natural sweetness of nanohana seaweed.

6. Whole Asparagus Tempura
Price: 290 yen (tax included: 319 yen)
Relish the fresh, juicy flavor of spring asparagus enveloped in a crispy tempura coating, delivering a delightful crunch.

7. Sakura Shrimp and New Onion Tempura
Price: 690 yen (tax included: 759 yen)
This dish balances the sweetness of fresh new onions with the aromatic crunch of Sakura shrimp—a perfect springtime treat.

8. New Onion Kushiage
Price: 490 yen (tax included: 539 yen)
Experience the perfect contrast of crispy exterior and juicy interior in new onion skewers that highlight the vegetable's natural sweetness.

About Jizakana

Jizakana, or "Local Fish House," takes pride in delivering the freshest seafood from diverse regions of Japan to your table. The establishment’s name traces back to the Edo period, representing the tradition of presenting locally caught fish to the samurai. At Jizakana, skilled chefs prepare high-quality marine ingredients to ensure an unforgettable dining experience.