Kombu to Men Kiichi

A fifth-generation kombu merchant turns his hand to ramen, hoping people will rediscover the appeal of kombu. Guests are first invited to taste cold-brewed infusions of three types of kombu: Rishiri, Makombu and Rausu, in that order. Oboro kombu shaved before their eyes offers another point of interest. Bringing these umami-rich flavours together, the “Kombu Ramen” is a bowl where Japan’s dashi culture meets ramen, a national favourite.