The instant you see Kuriya Kashi Kurogi you know it¡¯s special. The hidden location, verdant setting and striking architecture are more than remarkable ¡ª they are one of a kind. With the Kurogi name, you expect nothing less.
Chef Jun Kurogi¡¯s eponymous °ù²â¨°ù¾±²â²¹ (traditional Japanese restaurant) is one of the best and most in-demand in the city. It was only a matter of time before he opened up another place ¡ª and only a matter of course that it would be impressive.
In contrast with his atmospheric restaurant ¡ª a converted 80-year-old geisha teahouse in the backstreets of Yushima ¡ª Kuriya Kashi Kurogi is as contemporary as you can get. It sits in a wooded corner of the University of Tokyo¡¯s campus, on the ground floor of an imposing building covered entirely with layered wooden slats ¡ª one of architect Kengo Kuma¡¯s trademarks ¡ª with a view of wildflowers and fresh foliage.
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