Authentic Japanese Cuisine in Kowloon City (Kushiyaki)

I mentioned earlier that Kowloon City, besides Thai cuisine, actually has many hidden gourmet gems, including a number of high-quality Japanese restaurants. This time, I'm introducing a very special one, which is a less common type of Japanese cuisine in Hong Kong known as kushiyaki. Kushiyaki is a type of snack originating from the Osaka region in Japan, popular in the Kansai area. Ingredients are coated with batter and deep-fried, then skewered with bamboo sticks and dipped in sauce before eating. The restaurant uses high-quality and extremely fresh ingredients, and the Japanese chef, Mr. Watanabe Hisashi, is also a very experienced master chef. 🌟 Burdock Root in Soy Sauce The burdock root in soy sauce, marinated with fresh burdock, is a common appetizer in Japanese cuisine. It's a healthy choice, rich in fiber and vitamins, with a unique taste and texture. 🌟 Seven-Flavor Shark Fin This appetizing starter is perfect for accompanying drinks, with a crispy and savory taste. 🌟 Edamame Edamame is nutritious and is a Japanese favorite for pairing with alcohol and for dieting. 🌟 Japanese Shellfish Platter (Ark Shell/Scallop/Whelk) The color and texture alone reveal that this sashimi, directly shipped from Japan, is extremely fresh! Shellfish has always been one of my favorite types of sashimi, with its fresh, sweet, and crisp taste. The three different types of shellfish each have a unique texture, and their presentation is also top-notch, very appealing. 🌟 Seasonal Seafood Assortment (Chef's Selection) The plating and presentation are very attractive, and the chef combines the seafood assortment based on the seasonality of the ingredients and the preferences of the customers. The spicy salmon kushiyaki with Hokkaido salmon roe is crystal clear and bursts with a sweet flavor without any fishy taste. The Hokkaido scallops are fresh and sweet, and cooking them kushiyaki style adds depth to the flavor. The abalone is not tough or chewy at all, proving that Chef Watanabe controls the cooking time well, ensuring the ingredients are prepared at the perfect moment. Paired with caviar, it feels even more luxurious. One of the dishes, sea urchin wrapped in kelp, is super delicious! The kelp wrap around the outside adds texture to the tender sashimi, and the sea urchin in the middle further enhances the umami flavor, highly recommended! Many people also like the crispy fish scales of sea bream because they are very fragrant and crispy after frying, with a rich texture that even children love. Lastly, I must mention this very rare and special ingredient - herring roe kushiyaki, with kombu wrapped around it, topped with sakura shrimp. It's not only creative but also very special, a must-try. 🌟 Supreme Meat Kushiyaki Don This lunch set is a great deal, with various meat-based kushiyaki, rice, and soup. The supreme meat includes pork belly, mentaiko pork, smoked duck breast, burdock, and beef, etc. Meat lovers should choose this set meal, with an onsen egg on top of the rice that is incredibly flavorful and eggy. 🌟 Bone Marrow I personally really like this bone marrow because it's not commonly served in many restaurants. It's rich in fat, protein, and calcium, with a soft and smooth texture. After frying, it's crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, extremely satisfying. 🌟 Chicken Tail (Using Tokushima Chicken) I believe not many have tried the chicken tail kushiyaki from Tokushima chicken, which is one of the specially selected foods by many customers because of its fragrant oil and unique texture, with a good taste. 🌟 Soba Noodles The texture is smooth and chewy, not your ordinary soba noodles, very delicious. 🌟 Tea Rice (Salmon, Mentaiko, Nanko Ume) Don't underestimate this rice dish; although it looks plain, it's very fresh and tasty. The mentaiko stimulates the appetite and is very refreshing. Hokuto 📍B Shop, Ground Floor, 59 Fuk Lo Tsun Road, Kowloon City