01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
At Senbonzakura Shinjuku, casual get-togethers are anchored by dishes that arrive piping hot and fragrant from the grill, such as Kyushu jidori chicken seared over an iron plate, alongside platters of firm, seasonal sashimi. The kitchen crafts an inviting array of drinks-friendly fare designed to keep conversation flowing, from whole, crisp-fried kibinago (silver-stripe round herring) to a fluffy rolled dashi omelette blanketed in melted cheese and savory spicy pollock roe.
Ocean Catch and Regional Kyushu Flavors
Multi-course menus open with fresh starters and crisp salads, including greens topped with plump small prawns. Motsunabe, the hearty offal hot pot, is also offered as a dedicated dish. The à la carte menu leans thoughtfully into the culinary heritage of Kyushu and beyond, presenting delicacies such as lightly seared cuts from the top of the tuna head, Kumamoto's top-grade marbled horse meat sashimi, and beef tripe slow-simmered with spicy pollock roe.
Coveted Sake Selections in Private Dining Rooms
To accompany the cooking, the drink list features a wide selection of regional sake—including prized bottles such as Jikon, Dassai, and Denshu—alongside diverse shochu and highballs. Seating is arranged primarily around enclosed private rooms with doors that shut completely, creating an unhurried, calm backdrop for conversation free from surrounding distractions. Situated a short walk from Shinjuku Station's South Exit, it provides a dependable choice for after-work gatherings and leisurely dinners with friends.
