Kotono Japanese Restaurant in Makati City: Serving Duck Specialties, Shochu, and Sake
Authentic Japanese cuisine accompanied by beer or traditional Japanese liquors like shochu and sake are some of the best pairings you’ll ever have. Here at Philippine Primer, we believe that cravings for Japanese food should always be satisfied.
This is exactly why we introduce you to an authentic Japanese izakaya in Makati City that is a favorite among many Japanese nationals living in the Philippines—Kotono Japanese Restaurant!
Aigamo Tsukemen Soba / IMAGE from Kotono Japanese Restaurant
Located at Creekside Mall in Makati, Kotono is a favorite among expats living in the city both for its cozy ambience and specialty dishes. While the restaurant is as simple and straightforward as it gets, Kotono gives off a homey atmosphere that makes sharing of meals really comfortable for many friends and families.
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Many of Kotono’s signature offerings feature aigamo or Muscovy duck as its main ingredient. Some of its delectable duck offerings include Aigamo Jibu-ni, a local dish from Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, as well as Aigamo Tsukemen Soba (udon noodle soup) and Aigamo Tataki, popular for their savory and tender quality.
Aigamo Jibu-ni / IMAGE from Philippine Primer
Aigamo Tataki / IMAGE from Kotono Japanese Restaurant
Apart from these delicious duck delicacies, Kotono also offers fresh sashimi and hearty seafood specialties that also pairs well with Kotono’s more than 20 kinds of shochu, including Nikaido-Ten Yoroku, and a selection of sake such as Kubota, Hakkaisan, and Urakasumi.
Sashimi 
Sake or Japanese Rice Wine / IMAGES from Kotono Japanese Restaurant
What’s more, Kotono is now open for lunch, offering you more opportunities to indulge in their exquisite duck dishes and authentic Japanese cuisine!
With convenient operating hours from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., you’ll have the perfect chance to enjoy a delicious, carefully crafted meal at any time of the day.
From the thoughtfully curated menu to the warm ambiance and impeccable service, Kotono Japanese Restaurant invites you to savor the essence of Japan without leaving the city. So, whether it’s a day for celebrating or just a regular day for casual dining, Kotono will surely fulfill your desires for premium Japanese cuisine.
