Bokkakyo, Tanashi Branch, Nishitokyo City
At this authentic, long-established Chinese restaurant with both a vegetable and wine sommelier, enjoy a delightful pairing of Chinese cuisine and wine.
Aiming for Gentle, Slow-Chinese Food, this restaurant offers a delightful pairing of Chinese cuisine and wine, crafted by a chef and sommelier. The concept is “luxury in enjoying seasonal vegetables.” The restaurant avoids using any chemical seasonings and features a range of traditional Chinese dishes such as mapo tofu, shrimp in chili sauce, and dan dan noodles, as well as colorful seasonal stir-fries and the chef’s unique, original creations. Beijing cuisine is characterized by its light and smooth fillings.
Chef Konishi trained at a Michelin two-star restaurant in Japan before traveling to Mainland China to study authentic Chinese cuisine. Upon returning to Japan, he trained under a top Beijing chef with the prestigious title of “Special Master Chef.” Learning extensively about Beijing cuisine, which forms the foundation of Bokkakyo. He also earned the “Junior Vegetable Sommelier” certification from the Japan Vegetable Sommelier Association. He meticulously adjusts the cutting methods, cooking times, and oil usage by the second based on the ingredients. Additionally, the luxurious soup, made from 100% chicken and refined with just a touch of salt to create delicate and umami-rich flavors, is a key element of the restaurant’s distinctive taste. This approach ensures that the food is gentle on the body and never monotonous. The oil used is carefully selected for its refinement and freshness, which prevents greasiness and avoids causing indigestion the following day.
Enjoy Recommended Wines That Pair Perfectly with Your Meal!
One of the restaurant’s attractions is having a wine sommelier on staff. When it comes to finding the perfect wine for popular dishes like the spicy “Special Sichuan Mapo Tofu,” the sommelier, after thorough consultation with the chef, recommends the best wine to complement the dish. This allows for a fresh and unique experience of “Chinese cuisine × wine,” with the option to enjoy by the glass.
The pairing of dishes and wines can sometimes lead to flavors beyond your imagination, offering surprising and delightful new discoveries. Such suggestions from the restaurant add an element of excitement and novelty for diners. Why not experience the expertly recommended wine and Chinese cuisine pairings, along with the warm hospitality provided by the chef and sommelier?
| Restaurant Name | Bokkakyo (墨花居), Tanashi Branch |
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| Address | 4-24-1 Tanashi, Nishitokyo City, Tokyo, Japan |
| Phone | +81-42-451-8852 |
| Lunch | 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM (Last order for food: 2:30 PM, Last order for drinks: 2:30 PM) |
| Dinner | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Last order for food: 8:00 PM, Last order for drinks: 8:30 PM) |
| Closed | Mondays (If Monday is a public holiday, the restaurant will be closed the following day) |
| Languages Supported | Japanese |
| Menu | Chinese |
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