Moved/Nazuna (Japanese in Berlin)

Now we're in a welter of boxes and Nazuna feels miles away. But since we moved to the new place I've slept better than I had for many months, and surely that's a good sign. Don't I always seem to be saying life feels in flux, full of change? The new flat might be my place to rest.

Speaking of outgrowing places, this site -- the way it looks -- has felt outdated for some time. I would love to make things fresh; I'm terrible at technical details. Do let me know if you're gifted at tweaking websites, and I will do my best to make it worth your while.

Though I've left Prenzlauer Berg, there's still so much to tell you about life there. One place I never managed to write about was Nazuna, though I certainly went often enough. I loved the sweet Kyotan woman behind the counter who carefully explains how to release the onigiri rice balls from their plastic husks; the jewelbox display cases of crisp tangy salads; the homemade mochi. She offers full-sized bento boxes but I prefer to put together a little lunch using whatever captures my eye. The other day it was shisho onigiri, a dish of radish salad and a black bean cheesecake to finish. It was hot, and my tall glass of barley tea dripped condensation. S was fractious, and in a thrice the chef had whipped up a tempting plate of fruit (look at how she's cut that apple!) to soothe her.

I might go back this weekend, when I've got a friend in town who'd surely appreciate such things. But now back into the fray of packing, unpacking, painting, rushing to the airport, working -- and all without internet at home, still! so be patient with me.

Nazuna, tiny Japanese eatery, Danziger Str 65, Berlin-Prenzlauer Berg (map)
Tel. 030 68 07 50 43
Open M-F noon-8pm, Sat noon-6pm (closed every 3rd Saturday in the month)

Comments

[Valentina]

oh so cool! passed by every day , never got in.

[Suzy]

Valentina, go!
Sylee, love your photographs. Especially the one of the shadow on the chair. So very beautiful.
Let's meet there for lunch soon.

[jonquil]

pleased that your new flat fits you so well. what sort of lollipops are by the cash register?

[paul sullivan]

Beautiful photos - that apple! - and congrats on the move. Please disregard the itch and don't change the site, it's perfect as it is :)