01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
As the meal gets underway, uncooked seasonal fish is presented tableside, inviting you to decide between simple salt-grilling or savory simmering. Monya builds its multi-course kaiseki menus around quality seafood, with a strong focus on local catches from Toyama. Whether you choose the plump, fragrant finish of a charcoal-grilled fillet or the deep comfort of simmering broth, having your selection tailored to your preference sets an engaging tone for the meal.
The rice course served toward the end of the meal—steamed in an earthenware pot or traditional iron kettle—is another enduring highlight. Infused with seasonal ingredients, any portion left uneaten is thoughtfully shaped into rice balls for guests to take home. Lunch includes shorter set courses centered on Toyama fish or eel served hitsumabushi style, while dinner and special occasions accommodate celebratory courses, children's sets, and traditional okuizome first-meal feasts for infants.
Stepping past the stone pathway near the Sengaku-ji gates leaves the bustle of central Tokyo behind. Private dining rooms accommodate relaxed conversation, making the venue a regular choice for family introductions and formal gatherings. Reserving in advance for both lunch and dinner is advisable, allowing you to settle in with seasonal sake and carefully paced dishes.
