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About this place
When the evening lanterns light up and you step past the noren curtain at Marumasu Mikaku, a gentle aroma of dashi broth welcomes you inside. The house specialty is oden, distinguished by a mild, comforting broth reminiscent of an understated udon soup. Simmered staples such as daikon radish, grilled chikuwa fish cake, and cabbage rolls are served with hot karashi mustard or citrusy yuzukosho, making a natural match for a cold beer or a cup of sake at the end of the day.
Alongside the oden pot, omusubi rice balls form the other cornerstone of the kitchen. Fillings range from classics like grilled salted salmon, Nanko ume plum, and simmered kombu seaweed to more adventurous pairings such as green chili miso, cream cheese, simmered beef shigureni, and soy-marinated salmon roe. For a fuller meal, set menus are on offer, including an oden set featuring four simmered items with small side dishes and steamed rice, or a salted rice ball set paired with your choice of three fillings.
Small plates like dashi-rolled omelet and seasonal tempura round out the offerings, suited equally to a quiet solo dinner at the counter or relaxed rounds with friends around a table. With seat reservations accepted and multiple QR code payment options supported, it serves as a dependable, easygoing neighborhood retreat for everyday dining.
