A Little Corner of Japan, Made for Bali
There’s a quiet kind of magic in food made by hand. Not perfection — but care, time, and the warmth that comes from real human touch. That’s the feeling Te no Aji carries into Pererenan.
Now open on Jalan Pantai Pererenan, Te no Aji is a small, calm restaurant inspired by Japan and rooted in Bali. Its name translates to “the flavour of hands” — a phrase that speaks to food made with intention, where feeling shows up in every bite.
The space is intentionally simple. Natural wood, soft tones, warm lighting, and old Japanese city-pop humming gently in the background. It’s the kind of place where you slow down without being told to. Familiar, easy, quietly comforting — even on a first visit.
The menu blends Japanese comfort food with local Balinese ingredients. Expect dishes like Kaisen Don, Hot Stone Gyukatsu, and handmade ramen — including a version finished with sambal embe, a subtle local touch that gives the bowl its own character. Everything is thoughtful and balanced. Nothing overworked. Just food that feels right.
Drinks follow the same spirit: smooth cold brews from their Coffee Lab, cocktails with a Japanese twist, and a selection clearly chosen with enjoyment in mind, not trends.
Much of what’s served comes from close to home. Te no Aji works with local farmers, fishers, roasters, and makers, using fresh fish, seasonal vegetables, and simple ingredients treated with respect.
Beyond the kitchen, the space itself feels collaborative. Built with friends and local creatives — from ceramic artists to photographers and musicians — the restaurant carries many hands and stories within it. That layered process is part of what makes it feel alive.
Pererenan suits Te no Aji naturally. Calm, welcoming, and quietly soulful. And that’s exactly how the restaurant reveals itself — not loudly, but honestly.
Te no Aji is now open, inviting anyone who walks through its doors to feel that they care for themselves.
The flavour of hands.
Tel: 62887-0774-3138
IG:@tenoaji
www.tenoaji.com
