Welcome to the Sake Library, the most intimate lounge in the House of Senses, full of artfully crafted cocktails and spirits fermented and distilled from rice – an ingredient that has always been closely intertwined with Asia. At AKIO, we bring you a selection of unusual and exquisite sakes from the best-known breweries, carefully chosen to represent a wide range of styles, but with one thing in common – refined excellence. Among our curated selection of sake, our very own signature sake – Izumi by Kōki – brings a drop of elegance to styles reimagined. Should you enjoy the delights of tea, we also honour this quintissentially Japanese everyday elixir. We choose our teas with one thing only in mind: the finest, most subtle and deep flavours. Our products are sourced directly from artisan producers in Japan: Maiko and Ippodo. Rejoice in bites of Japanese delicacies inspired by the Kitchens of Michelin Starred Chef Yoshida, with sophisticated and intimate encounters with seafood, beef, and sweet endings. Let our chefs tantalise your tastebuds whilst you take a seat at the bar counter and enjoy the knowledge of your personal alchemist.
Sean Halse, Bar Manager