Pairing Takoyaki correctly — a note on barley tea

Most people overlook how much the right drink changes Takoyaki. I ordered it with barley tea and the deeply savoury elements of the dish sharpened considerably against the pairing. sake in particular became more prominent in a good way.

seasonal ingredients guide the menu in traditional settings. The a high-end kaiseki setting is where you learn these pairings — they evolved together. If you've been having Takoyaki with the wrong drink, try it correctly once. It's a genuinely different experience. The restaurant deserves credit for getting this right.