Authentic Japanese in Finland | Murasaki 🍣✨
Ask any Helsinki local for top Japanese food, and Murasaki always tops the list! 🏆 Last night's first visit proved why—this intimate one-chef izakaya (run solely by the talented Saki-san) delivers flawless speed and precision behind the counter. ⚡👨🍳 🍱 Standout Dishes (€4-15 each): • Ikura Don: Bursting with oceanic sweetness �🍚 • Sashimi: Freshest in town 🐟✨ • Tempura/Agedashi Tofu: Crispy perfection 🍤🔥 • Grilled Beef Tongue: Melt-in-mouth magic 👅💫 🍶 The "Matsu" Sake Ritual: Served in a Finnish pine box—poured generously till overflow! 🌲🍶 After drinking, pour the box's sake back into your cup—woody aroma blends with a bitter twist. So unique, I couldn't stop sniffing the box! 👃❤️ 📍 Inside Hotel Helka (right entrance; ask reception for access) Pohjoinen Rautatiekatu 23, 00100 Helsinki 📅 Book at murasaki.fi—reservations essential! 💡 Why We Love It: ✅ Omakase-level care in casual setting ✅ Inventive sake pairings ✅ Cozy, authentic vibes #HelsinkiFoodie #JapaneseIzakaya #HiddenGem #NordicEats #SakeLovers #DateNightIdeas