01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
When you crave rich, glistening grilled fish or freshly fried seafood paired with bowlfuls of steaming white rice, Kaoru in Kanda Konyacho is an easy answer. At lunchtime, diners head in for set meals anchored by generous, plump fillets of salt-grilled mackerel, alongside staples like hokke (Okhotsk atka mackerel), deep-fried horse mackerel, and Japanese fried chicken. Steamed rice and hearty bowls of miso soup come with free refills, complemented by pickled vegetables and affordably priced sides such as raw egg, natto (fermented soybeans), and chilled tofu.
Unwinding with Fresh Fish and Small Plates by Night
In the evening, the restaurant shifts into a relaxed izakaya focusing on small plates and seasonal seafood. The menu features live horse mackerel sashimi, seared bonito tataki, and tuna collar, all well-suited to a draft beer or other drinks. Sautéed and grilled favourites are plentiful too, including pork with kimchi, stir-fried chicken gizzards, whitebait omelettes, and skewered pork belly, making it easy to assemble an unpretentious spread.
Seating includes counter stools, standard tables, and tatami floor seating toward the rear, accommodating solo diners, casual post-work drinks, and group outings. Reservations are accepted for dinner if you wish to secure a spot in advance, making Kaoru a reliable stop for honest Japanese cooking day or night.
