Tabelog ratingSALUMERIA 69 (サルメリアロッキュー) is not a restaurant but a small, specialist take-out delicatessen in Tokyo's Chofu district, dedicated to the art of salumi. What makes it a cult destination is the owner's signature technique: slicing prosciutto and other cured meats to an extraordinary thinness. Reviewers consistently describe the texture as 'melt-in-your-mouth' and 'magical', an experience that transforms even familiar hams.
The selection is a key part of the appeal, featuring rare and long-aged products you'd struggle to find elsewhere, including Japanese-made varieties like Bondabon Pershuu. Guests praise the variety of platters, the owner's deep knowledge, and the generous samples offered while you wait. Beyond meats, the shop also stocks complementary items like cheese, olives, and fig butter.
Be prepared for its popularity. As the owner serves one customer at a time to ensure a perfect cut, queues are common, especially on weekends and holidays. Some visitors have noted that interactions can feel brusque, and the shop's phone is rarely answered. A crucial point is the freshness: the paper-thin slices are intended to be eaten within 30 to 60 minutes before they dry out.
A basic five-item platter costs around ¥2,000–¥2,700, while a special three-item selection is about ¥3,000–¥3,240. Premium single items like the coveted Bondabon Pershuu are around ¥3,000. While a typical spend is ¥2,000–¥2,999, larger or premium orders can reach ¥8,000–¥9,999. Despite the price, reviewers agree that the unique quality and experience offer excellent value.
- Booking: Reservations are not available. Service is first-come, first-served, and queues are common.
- Service: This is a take-out only shop. There is no seating.
- Freshness: Slices are best eaten within 60 minutes. If you need to travel, bring a cooler bag. The shop offers nitrogen-filled packaging for a small fee (around ¥330) to extend freshness.
- Payment: Credit cards and electronic money are not accepted. While PayPay is officially supported, cash is the most reliable payment method.
- Getting There: The shop is a 12-minute walk from the north exit of Seijo Gakuenmae Station (Odakyu Line) or a 22-minute walk from Sengawa Station (Keio Line).
- Parking: There is one parking space in front of the shop.
