Muku

Japanese Kaiseki · New York · Michelin One Star · Chef Manabu Asanuma

10-12 course seasonal kaiseki by Chef Manabu Asanuma. 10-seat intimate counter following goho (five classical Japanese cooking techniques). Features Yamagata soba made from buckwheat grown by chef's parents. Awarded 1 Michelin star in November 2025.

TriBeCa, Manhattan, NY (former Sushi Ichimura space), New York

• 1 Michelin Star

Menu

Dishes

• Nimono — Simmered seasonal ingredients. Source: restaurantmuku.nyc
• Sakizuke — Opening bite. Seasonal amuse-bouche to awaken the palate.
• Otsukuri — Pristine sashimi. Chef's selection of seasonal raw fish.
• Owan — Clear seasonal broth with dashi foundation.
• Yamagata-Style Soba — Buckwheat noodles made from flour grown by Chef Asanuma's parents on family-owned land in Yamagata. Signature.
• Wagyu Filet Mignon Supplement (75) — Optional wagyu beef course add-on. Source: restaurantmuku.nyc
• Seasonal Sunomono — Vinegared seasonal vegetables and seafood, traditional kaiseki preparation.
• Shirako Ojiya — Japanese-style congee with cod milt. Source: restaurantmuku.nyc
• Foie Gras Chawanmushi — Silky steamed egg custard with mushroom glaze, gingko nuts, and wasabi.
• Grilled Eel & Maitake Rice — Charcoal-seared unagi with maitake mushrooms and chicken soboro over white rice.

Cocktails

• Silent Harmony (22) — Signature cocktail with vodka, sansho (Japanese pepper), yuzu citrus, and spruce.

Wines

• Champagne Selection (24) — French Champagne to pair with kaiseki courses.
• French Wine Selection (22) — French wines to pair with kaiseki courses. Source: restaurantmuku.nyc
• Daiginjo Sake (28) — Premium daiginjo sake, highly polished rice for refined elegance.

Tasting Menu

• 10-12 Course Seasonal Kaiseki (295) — Seasonal kaiseki following goho - the five classical Japanese cooking techniques: raw, grilled, steamed, simmered, and fried.

Phone: +1 212-542-3896

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