Frequently Asked Questions
Ginza Nakamata FAQ
Q1
Do I need an appointment? Can I get in without an appointment?
You can enter the restaurant without a reservation, but there may be no vacancies. We have to prepare for the event, so it is better to make a reservation in advance to ensure a smooth tour of the restaurant and to secure a seat.
Q2
Is smoking allowed inside the restaurant? Is there a place where I can smoke?
Smoking is not permitted. Sorry, please go to the smoking area nearby.
Q3
Do you offer English-language services? Do you have an English menu?
We have an English menu and staff who speak some English, so we can help you!
Q4
Do you have counter seats or private rooms?
There is no counter seating. Reservations can be made for private rooms for a minimum of 7 persons. A separate private room fee of 10% of the total amount is charged.
Q5
How is the atmosphere in the restaurant? (Calm atmosphere, Japanese decor, etc.)
The restaurant is mainly wooden in Japanese style, and there is ample space for dining. The second restaurant, Hanare, has a private room and is suitable for dinners and entertainment.
Q6
Do you have any other dishes besides throat grouper? (e.g. fresh fish, meat dishes, etc.)
We are a restaurant specializing in throat grouper, so we basically do not serve it.
Q7
Do you offer course meals? What is the menu?
Course menus are available. We use a lot of throat tuna in our courses, including a big one weighing more than 500 grams in the throat tuna course.
Q8
What are the characteristics of "Benihitu" throatfish?
This is a brand name throatfish caught off the coast of Tsushima, Nagasaki. We do not use it in our restaurant, but you can enjoy it at our third restaurant, Nodoguro Specialty Restaurant.
Q9
What are the different ways to cook Nodoguro? (Grilled, shabu-shabu, sashimi, etc.)
Sashimi, salted and grilled, shabu-shabu, and earthenware pot with rice are available. We also recommend simmered, deep-fried, or seared tuna.
Q10
What dishes do you recommend using Nodoguro?
Salt-baked and earthenware rice pots are the most recommended.
Q11
Can you also enjoy side dishes such as earthenware rice and satsuma-age?
For single item orders, we can accommodate your needs if we have the product in stock. Please feel free to contact us.
Q12
Do you have a lunch menu?
Currently not in operation. There are no plans to reopen the program.
Q13
What types of alcohol are available? (Sake, shochu, wine, etc.)
We have 3-4 kinds of Sake, more than 8 kinds of Nakamata Imo Shochu, and some sours.
Q14
Do you have a parking lot? Are there parking spaces nearby?
Paid parking spaces are available in front of the restaurant, but may not be available.
Q15
How long does it take to serve a meal? (Approximate time from order to serving)
It is a course, so it will take about 1.5 hours.