There is no single, fixed definition of Taiwanese cuisine; rather, it’s a tapestry of diverse eras and cultures, with unique flavors passed down through regions and families. This culinary heritage has been nurtured through a long history, including periods of Dutch and Japanese rule. At Shao Shao, this diversity is honored through a menu that fuses it with Japanese ingredients, resulting in a new, distinctive style of cuisine.

The name “勺 (Saji),” meaning “spoon” or “ladle,” embodies the idea of “scooping up” memories, culture, and flavors. Each dish is designed to let guests experience the stories of Taiwan and Japan—of past and present, through taste and atmosphere.

Shao Shao is located within “prewood,” an innovative urban wooden building designed to be disassembled and relocated in the future. Developed in collaboration with Heiwa Real Estate and the architectural startup VUILD, the project aims to promote circular architecture.

The building utilizes techniques such as “Design for Disassembly (DfD),” which designs structures to be reusable even after dismantling, and “Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA)” to achieve efficient construction. These methods, already widespread in Europe, represent a pioneering approach in Japan’s urban architecture scene.


Moreover, parts of the building’s plaster walls were hand-finished by local companies, tenants, and community members. This collaboration adds a warm, human touch to the wooden structure, bringing gentle color and life to the financial district’s streetscape.

Enjoy the harmonious blend of Taiwanese and Japanese cultures in a space enveloped by the warmth of wood.