01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Commanding flavors give way to clean, lingering finishes at Toshi, a counter-only Chinese restaurant situated quietly beneath the streets of Roppongi. The menu moves with deliberate pacing, anchored by its centerpiece: thick hammerhead shark fin simmered in a rich, velvety broth brimming with natural gelatin. Its savory depth is offset later in the meal by brisk, high-heat vegetable stir-fries, which lend crisp texture and aromatic brightness to reset the palate.
The concluding savory courses offer an enjoyable personal choice. Options such as shangtang noodles in a pristine, comforting broth or egg fried rice prepared with airy jasmine rice gently wind down the palate. Diners looking for a richer finale can select playful, carb-forward creations like sea urchin collagen pasta or an abalone risotto, tailoring the meal's conclusion to their appetite.
The beverage program is similarly considered, pairing dishes with fine wines, aged Shaoxing rice wines such as Gu Yue Long Shan, or fragrant Chinese teas like Qingxiang Huangjin Gui. The restaurant operates on a reserved 2-seating schedule each evening, providing a calm, focused setting suited for tasting menus on special occasions.
