Seisoka

The name means ‘a tranquil space surrounded by lush greenery’. It conveys the richness of Japanese culture, which cherishes the beauty of the changing seasons. Featuring vibrant vegetable and seafood delicacies, the menu reflects the emotions of each season in both presentation and tableware. By serving shojin ryori, the vegetarian cuisine developed by Zen monks, the restaurant aims to preserve ancient culinary tradition. It values its connection to the Zen-sect Tengenji Temple, as it is located in the grounds.

• Located on the grounds of Tengenji Temple in Minato, Tokyo.
• Built around seasonality, expressed through both dishes and tableware.
• Includes shojin ryori, the vegetarian cuisine associated with Zen Buddhist practice.

Seasonal vegetables and seafood are the backbone, with shojin ryori techniques bringing a temple-style, plant-forward thread through the meal.

Seisoka is a seasonal Japanese restaurant in Minamiazabu, set on the grounds of Tengenji Temple. The cooking follows the calendar, with vegetable and seafood dishes shaped by the season, presentation, and tableware.

A notable strand of the menu is shojin ryori, the vegetarian cuisine developed by Zen monks.