OKU at Go Harajuku

OKU

OKU Shop Exterior at Night

Nighttime photo of a shop entrance with illuminated signage reading 'OKU' on the building facade. A white car is parked in front, and a bicycle leans against the wall near the stairs leading to an upper level. The interior is warmly lit, showing dining tables visible through glass doors.

OKU Restaurant Entrance

Night exterior shot of a restaurant entrance featuring a black sign with illuminated white letters 'OKU' flanked by vertical bars. Below, two fabric shop curtains hang; the right curtain displays a circular logo with Japanese characters. A small staircase leads up to the entrance, and spotlights illuminate the signage above.

Japanese Sake Menu

Close-up of a printed Japanese sake menu listing various regional sakes with descriptions and prices, held by a hand.

Japanese Takeout Meal Set

A top-down view of a Japanese takeout meal set on a white surface. The set includes an open white cardboard box containing assorted small food items wrapped in foil and paper, including what appears to be tamagoyaki (rolled omelet), fried items, and pickled vegetables. A cup of miso soup with tofu and green onions sits nearby. Two brown paper-wrapped items are placed beside the box, one bearing a small sticker. To the right lies a printed menu or price list featuring images of sushi and other dishes, along with text listing prices for various items such as 'tamago' at ¥320 and 'katsu' at ¥140. A wooden chopstick rests diagonally across the bottom right corner.

Restaurant Interior with Art and Floral Decor

The image shows the interior of a restaurant or dining space featuring wooden tables, chairs, and artwork on the walls. There are floral arrangements in vases near a wooden cabinet. The room is well-lit with track lighting and a chandelier. No menu board or exterior storefront is visible.

Fresh Vegetable Platter

A vibrant assortment of fresh vegetables arranged on a wooden board, including broccoli, bok choy, enoki mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and leafy greens.

Japanese Food List

A close-up of a white paper menu listing Japanese food items, likely in a restaurant or shop setting.

Onigiri with Salmon

A close-up of a triangular onigiri wrapped in nori, filled with white rice and topped with shredded salmon, served on a textured green rectangular plate. In the background, there are metal chopsticks, a glass of water, and dark bowls on a black table surface.

Fine Dining Plating

A close-up of an elegantly plated dish featuring a shrimp garnished with dill, a red puree topped with pickled items, broccoli florets, and a small glass bowl containing shredded ingredients with a dark element. In the background, there is a metallic pot on a portable burner.

Sliced Meat Platter

A round black plate holds thinly sliced raw meat arranged in a radial pattern, resembling a fan or flower. The center features a thicker piece of meat with visible fat marbling. In the background, part of a menu card is visible on a dark table surface.

Interior Shelf Display

A wooden shelving unit with three levels, each illuminated by warm under-lighting. The top shelf holds small ceramic bowls and a dark pot. The middle shelf features a vibrant floral arrangement in a black vase flanked by two large textured pots. The bottom shelf displays a small bowl, a wooden box with a handle, and another decorative pot.

Hot Pot with Mushrooms and Vegetables

A close-up of a steaming hot pot filled with various ingredients including enoki mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, bok choy, green onions, and slices of meat in a clear broth.

Flower Dessert on Plate

A small, round dessert topped with pink and white flower-shaped decorations sits centered on a square yellow base within a black ceramic dish. The dish rests on a dark textured surface.

Dessert Platter with Artisanal Pastries

A wooden tray displays four ceramic plates, each holding a delicately crafted dessert resembling fruit or flowers. The desserts include a red apple-shaped pastry, a pink flower-shaped treat, and others in pastel tones, arranged on leaf-patterned plates.

Hot Pot Ingredients Platter

A vibrant assortment of fresh ingredients arranged on a wooden platter, ready for hot pot cooking. Visible items include thinly sliced pork belly, leafy greens like spinach and chard, colorful flowers (purple and yellow), radish slices, enoki mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, tofu cubes, broccoli florets, red tomatoes cut into wedges, purple cabbage, shredded daikon radish, and a metal pot with broth in the background.

Ceramic Teapot on Table

A close-up photo of a textured, dark gray ceramic teapot with a lid featuring a small knob handle. The pot sits on a woven mat atop a dark surface.

Hot Pot Meal Setting

A wooden table set with a hot pot meal, featuring a large platter of fresh vegetables and mushrooms, plates of thinly sliced meat, small bowls, cups, chopsticks, and a portable gas burner under the pot.

Dining Room Interior with Hot Pot Setup

The image shows the interior of a restaurant or dining space, featuring multiple tables set up for hot pot meals. The room is warmly lit by chandeliers and track lighting, with wooden flooring and white walls. Shelves on one wall display ceramic pots and decorative items. A large window at the back offers a view to the outside. In the foreground, there are glasses and cutlery arranged neatly on black tablecloths. No menu boards or exterior signage are visible.

Crab Hot Pot Spread

A table setting featuring a large basket of assorted seafood and vegetables, including crab legs, mushrooms, greens, and purple cabbage. In the foreground, a whole cooked crab is placed on a metal tray lined with parchment paper.

Hot Pot Ingredients Spread

A wooden table set with a large platter of fresh vegetables including greens, radishes, mushrooms, and tomatoes alongside thinly sliced raw meat on a separate plate. A small bowl and chopsticks are placed nearby.

Assorted Fresh Vegetables and Mushrooms

A top-down view of a golden platter filled with an assortment of fresh ingredients, likely for hot pot or soup. The arrangement includes dark green leafy vegetables (possibly spinach), pink oyster mushrooms, white enoki mushrooms, cauliflower florets, shredded purple cabbage, sliced carrots, radish slices, light green lettuce leaves, and small green sprouts. A central purple bowl holds several round, browned tofu balls.

Onigiri with Mixed Vegetables and Soup

A plate featuring two onigiri (rice balls wrapped in nori), mixed vegetables including broccoli, carrots, and seaweed salad, alongside a bowl of miso soup with egg yolk garnish. The setting includes blurred citrus fruits in the background.

Assorted Fresh Vegetables and Mushrooms

A colorful assortment of fresh vegetables and mushrooms arranged on a wooden table, including leafy greens, broccoli, carrots, and various types of mushrooms.

Stewed Meat and Vegetables with Scallions

A bowl of stewed meat and vegetables, including carrots and potatoes, garnished with chopped green onions.

Sliced Meat Platter

A plate of thinly sliced raw meat, likely pork belly or bacon, arranged in a radial pattern on a dark serving dish.

Taco Bar Spread

A table set with various taco ingredients and assembled tacos, including bowls of lettuce, cheese, cilantro, sour cream, salsa, and ground beef, alongside plates of tortilla chips and other snacks.

Tea Room Interior Display

A warmly lit interior of a tea room or traditional Japanese-style space, featuring three illuminated wooden shelves mounted on the wall above a low table and chairs. The shelves display various ceramic teapots, bowls, and decorative items including a small floral arrangement. A dark-colored teapot sits on the table in the foreground.

Plated Appetizer with Flower Garnish

A single appetizer served on a white oval plate, featuring a golden-brown fried ball topped with a small yellow flower and garnished with green leaves.

Glazed Ceramic Bowl

A close-up photo of a small, round ceramic bowl with a crackled glaze pattern in white and brown tones, resting on a dark wooden surface.

Assorted Fresh Vegetables and Mushrooms

A top-down view of a woven basket filled with an array of fresh produce, including leafy greens like spinach and kale, various mushrooms such as shiitake, enoki, and oyster mushrooms, colorful cherry tomatoes in a small bowl, purple cauliflower, orange carrots, red onions, and other vegetables arranged neatly on parchment paper against a dark background.

Fine Dining Platter with Sashimi and Appetizers

A close-up view of an elegant dining setup featuring two rectangular trays lined with blue floral-patterned plates. Each tray holds a variety of delicately presented food items, including slices of sashimi (likely salmon), small bowls of soup or sauce garnished with colorful toppings, and artistic presentations such as a pink mousse topped with a yellow flower. The setting suggests a high-end restaurant environment focused on culinary artistry.

Congee with Egg and Scallions

A close-up of a bowl of congee (rice porridge) topped with scrambled egg and chopped green onions, simmering in a shallow pan.

Watermelons on a table

Two green watermelons with dark stripes are placed on a wooden surface. In the background, there is a blurred vase with purple and white dried flowers, and a window with blinds.

Japanese Hot Pot Meal Setting

A wooden table set with a variety of fresh vegetables and ingredients arranged on a large platter, including leafy greens, tomatoes, mushrooms, and colorful flowers. A metal pot sits in the center, likely for hot pot cooking. There are small bowls, chopsticks, and plates with sliced meat ready for serving. The setting suggests a cozy dining experience at a Japanese restaurant.

Steamed Crabs on Bed of Kale

A close-up shot of two whole steamed crabs arranged on a bed of dark green kale leaves, placed inside a shallow, light-colored bamboo or rattan basket. The crab shells are bright orange-red with visible texture and small eyes. The background is a plain black surface.

Fresh Vegetable Platter

A woven basket filled with an assortment of fresh vegetables and herbs, including leafy greens, radish slices, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and purple cabbage, arranged neatly on a wooden table.

Fine Dining Table Setting

A close-up view of a table set with multiple identical courses, featuring small glass bowls filled with creamy soup or puree garnished with red berries, accompanied by fried dumplings and leafy greens on blue-and-white patterned rectangular plates. A hand wearing a glove is visible in the background, suggesting service or preparation.

Wooden Bowl and Plate Set

A close-up photo of a small wooden bowl resting on a matching shallow wooden plate, both placed on a dark textured surface. The wood grain is visible on all items.

Hot Pot Ingredients Platter

A woven basket filled with an assortment of fresh vegetables and mushrooms, including broccoli, carrots, leafy greens, shiitake mushrooms, enoki mushrooms, and cherry tomatoes. In the background, there are lit candles in glass holders, creating a warm ambiance.

Onigiri and Soup Meal

A wooden tray with a bowl of miso soup, two onigiri wrapped in nori, a small dish of pickles, a side salad with shrimp, and a glass of orange juice.

Interior of a cozy restaurant or cafe

The image shows the interior of a warmly lit establishment, likely a Japanese-style restaurant or cafe. A large potted tree stands prominently in the center, surrounded by wooden tables and chairs. Shelves on the wall display various ceramic pots and bowls. Candles are placed on the table, adding to the ambiance. Artwork hangs on the walls, contributing to the aesthetic decor.

Decorative Dessert on Leaf Platter

A light green, textured dessert shaped like a shell or teapot with pink floral decorations sits on a glossy brown leaf-shaped plate. A wooden chopstick rests in front.

Onigiri and Side Dishes

A plate featuring two triangular onigiri (rice balls wrapped in nori), a small bowl of miso soup, and an assortment of colorful side dishes including pickled vegetables and possibly seasoned greens. The setting is warm with wooden table accents.

Fresh Vegetable Platter

A woven basket filled with an assortment of fresh vegetables and ingredients, including enoki mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, sliced red onions, cherry tomatoes, shredded cabbage, green microgreens, a block of cheese, and a small bowl of pinkish paste or sauce. The arrangement is garnished with a decorative flower made from radish slices and surrounded by dark leafy greens. The basket rests on parchment paper atop a light wooden surface.

Hot Pot with Vegetables and Mushrooms

A steaming pot of hot pot filled with a variety of fresh vegetables, mushrooms, and other ingredients simmering in broth. The dish includes leafy greens, sliced radishes, cherry tomatoes, egg slices, and various types of mushrooms.

Japanese Meal Set

A neatly arranged Japanese meal set on a woven tray, featuring two onigiri (rice balls wrapped in nori), a small bowl of miso soup, a side dish with shredded vegetables and meat, pickled radish, and a small cup of tea. Chopsticks rest beside the tray.

Sliced Meat Platters on Table

Multiple plates of thinly sliced raw meat arranged in a radial pattern, likely pork belly or similar cuts, displayed on a wooden table surface.