After several busy months since the new year, you might feel tired. Why not treat yourself to some natural wine and delicious food? Wine Bar Moo is located in a back alley off Dōbutsuen-dori street in Noge, and is the perfect place for you to recharge. Signs placed both inside and outside the bar say, “More than 2 but less than 10 glasses”. Owner Jun Kusayanagi cheerfully welcomes you to his bar.
He opened Moo in 2016. Born and raised in Yokohama, he had been working as a waiter from his days as a student until opening his own place. Kusayanagi became interested in natural wine during that time and also taught himself how to cook. The menu written on a blackboard changes every 2-3 days and features more than 6 different bottles of red and white wine each. The “assorted appetizers” (¥1200~2000) plate includes about 6 different types (changing every few days), such as pâté, carottes rapées, and prosciutto. This is the most popular menu item. Here, you can eat little by little while enjoying wine and the dishes are cooked to highlight the taste of the ingredients.
Since Moo opens early, many people use it for their first round of an extended Noge drinking adventure. It’s always lively with both regulars and newcomers. “Every natural wine has a different taste and they’re healthy, as they contain fewer sulfites. It’s much more casual and enjoyable than standard wine,” says Kusayanagi. Looking for a getaway from the day-to-day hustle? Moo’s cozy space may be right for you.