Shimbashi is one of Japan’s most prominent business districts.
With a long history as a transportation hub—it was where Japan’s first railway opened—it boasts easy access to key areas like Ginza and Haneda Airport. As a result, many major corporations and media companies have established offices here.
The district is characterized by a unique mix of sleek skyscrapers and retro eateries. Since the postwar era, it has evolved into a gathering place for office workers.
Known for its contrasting daytime and nighttime vibes, Shimbashi is like Japan’s own Wall Street by day and a cheerful pub town by night. Visitors can enjoy a diverse range of dining experiences, from casual izakaya to high-end Japanese cuisine.
Among Shimbashi’s many dining options is “Bistro Cafe Momotenashiya,” a highly rated restaurant known for serving local dishes and sake from Tottori and Okayama—a rare find in Tokyo.
Conveniently located just steps from JR Shimbashi Station’s Shiodome Gate, the restaurant occupies the second floor of a specialty product center dedicated to Tottori and Okayama.
The juicy, umami-rich “Red Snow Crab Rice Box” – a red jewel
Bistro Cafe Momotenashiya offers gourmet dishes made with fresh ingredients shipped directly from the rich natural landscapes of Tottori and Okayama.
First and foremost at the cafe is their must-try dish featuring benizuwai gani (red snow crab).
Red snow crab, dubbed the “red jewel,” is lighter than king crab, with tender meat and delicate sweetness as its main appeal.
Sakaiminato in Tottori Prefecture has the highest catch volume of red snow crab in Japan, attracting food lovers from all over the country.
weekday dinner: “紅ずわい蟹重,” Red Snow Crab Rice Box 2,700 JPY (tax included) *served at lunch on weekends and holidays, 3,000 JPY (tax included) with salad and miso soup
The “Red Snow Crab Rice Box” is a luxurious dinner option, featuring two types of crab meat: fresh leg meat and shredded meat stir-fried with rich kanimiso (crab tomalley), all atop sushi rice.
With its soft pink color and clean, fresh aroma, the raw leg meat offers a satisfying bite that’s rich in juicy umami and natural sweetness. Plus, there’s no hassle of shelling it yourself!
It’s delicious on its own, but you can enhance the flavor with a touch of wasabi or soy sauce, if desired.
The shredded crab meat is stir-fried without any added seasoning—just richly flavored crab tomalley, a prized ingredient available in only small quantities. Its richness pairs perfectly with the vinegared rice, making every bite irresistible.
A side of sweet pickled ginger helps cleanse the palate between bites.
In winter, the restaurant sometimes receives limited shipments of matsubagani—a prized, high-grade male snow crab from Japan’s San’in coast, often dubbed the ‘king of crabs’ and considered even more refined than red snow crab.
In any season, the Red Snow Crab Rice Box is satisfying both visually and taste-wise, and is a masterpiece that even non-crab lovers should definitely try.
Okayama’s soul food “Horumon Yaki Udon” is super satisfying
Popular among Okayama Prefecture’s regional dishes is “Horumon Yaki Udon.” This is a dish beloved in Tsuyama City in northern Okayama Prefecture, where livestock farming has long been thriving.
“ホルモン焼うどん,” Horumon Yaki Udon 1,800 JPY (tax included)
Horumon Yaki Udon is a noodle dish where horumon (beef offal), vegetables, and udon noodles are stir-fried on an iron plate with sweet and spicy sauce.
Bistro Cafe Momotenashiya sources fresh ingredients directly from Tsuyama City, where horumon has been a culinary tradition for over half a century, staying true to the authentic local flavors.
With several types of horumon included, you can enjoy a variety of textures and flavors—another sign of the restaurant’s attention to detail.
The satisfying chew of the horumon paired with the moment its rich fat melts in your mouth is pure bliss.
Seasoned with a spicy kick that whets the appetite, the chewy noodles are incredibly satisfying. Many people order it as a perfect way to wrap up a night of drinking.
Compare and enjoy local Japanese sake!
Bistro Cafe Momotenashiya is widely loved—not only by nearby office workers, but also by people from Tottori and Okayama Prefectures, as well as travelers from overseas.
While the food alone is worth a visit, local sake elevates the experience.
You can order drinks individually, but the “Sake Tasting Set,” which lets you sample small pours of sake from both prefectures, is also popular. Each set features three carefully selected varieties from Tottori and three from Okayama.
“日本酒飲み比べセット 鳥取,” Tottori Sake Tasting Set 900 JPY (tax included)
Sake from Tottori ranges from crisp and dry to rich and sweet, with a pronounced rice flavor and a clean finish.
Meanwhile, sake from Okayama tends to have a smooth mouthfeel overall, with many varieties featuring a distinctly fruity flavor.
“日本酒飲み比べセット 岡山,” Okayama Sake Tasting Set 900 JPY (tax included)
Even within the same prefecture, different brands offer diverse aromas and flavor profiles—tasting them side by side is a fun and educational culinary experience.
The selection of sake changes seasonally, sometimes featuring limited-edition brews made from freshly harvested rice in summer, or rare premium sakes enjoyed by dignitaries in first class.
In addition to sake, you can also enjoy a variety of local craft beers and wines from both prefectures.
Regional snacks to enjoy with local sake
If you’re enjoying local sake or beer, don’t miss the “Tottori & Okayama 10-Item Assorted Platter” of local specialties.
This plate offers five delicacies from each prefecture, perfect for pairing with drinks.
“鳥取＆岡山 名店・特産１０点盛,” Tottori & Okayama 10-Item Assorted Platter 2,000 JPY (tax included)
Okayama Prefecture’s snacks include oyster kimchi (a local specialty), grilled conger eel with bold black pepper, “Chītara” (a type of fish paste) flavored with lemon, dried shrimp, and traditional preserved fish “Mamakari no suzuke” (vinegar-pickled sardinella) – dishes you can normally only eat locally.
Tottori Prefecture’s snacks are equally unique, including squid marinated in rice malt, “Akaten” (spicy chili kamaboko fish cake), flying fish chikuwa (a type of fish cake), tofu chikuwa, and locally produced rakkyō (pickled Japanese scallions) with strong umami flavor.
While some dishes may change depending on the season, all are dishes rarely eaten in Tokyo and perfect for pairing with Japanese sake.
If you find a favorite, many items can be purchased at the shop on the first floor
In Shimbashi, a place rich with diverse gourmet offerings, why not treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind dining adventure?
Information
| Store name | ビストロカフェ ももてなし家 Bistro Cafe Momotenashiya |
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| Address | Shimbashi Center Place 2F, 1-11-7 Shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
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| Access |
Shimbashi Station Short-walk from Exit 3
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| Phone number | 03-6280-6475 |
| Reservations | Accepted Phone, Official website, Tabelog, Hot Pepper Gourmet |
| Payment |
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| Service charge/Table charge | None |
| Hours | 11:00-21:30（last order 21:00） |
| Closed | No fixed holidays Unscheduled holidays |
| Seating | 48 table seats |
| Smoking | All seats are non-smoking |
| Official website | https://www.torioka.com/eat/ |
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※Menu contents, prices, store information, etc. are current as of June 2025.
