KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — Pizza Amane Tokyo definitely stands out from the crowd with its Sunkist orange look and its decision to offer the bigger NY-style pizzas. 

Even the toppings differ; some have a Japanese slant while others are classic like their newly launched beef pepperoni. 

Following customer feedback, they improved their dough by using a longer baking time and a refined fermentation process, making it crispier yet still soft.

There are also promotional prices to entice people to try the place out. 

Tender Japanese Wagyu grade A5 with a slight sweet flavour is the highlight of this pizza.
Tender Japanese Wagyu grade A5 with a slight sweet flavour is the highlight of this pizza.

Unlike other pizza spots, their dough is soft, easily pulled apart and so much easier to finish—even the crust, which I often struggle with.

With its improved dough it’s even better and noticeably crispier at the bottom but not hard or dried out. 

One XXL slice is more than enough for one person. 

Pizza Tamaki (RM14.90 per slice), their signature flavour designed with Japan’s Pizza Studio Tamaki, may look simple but it’s definitely on my repeat order list. 

Butter Chicken Masala is a spicy, fragrant and creamy combination that works well with the softer pizza base.
Butter Chicken Masala is a spicy, fragrant and creamy combination that works well with the softer pizza base.

This white sauce pizza, made with smoky mozzarella cheese, cherry tomatoes and fresh basil, is drizzled with a fruity extra virgin olive oil. 

It’s all about classic flavours but is lightened for the stomach, allowing one to fully enjoy the pizza. 

Salmon Miso Cream is an unusual mix of miso marinated salmon with cream cheese that is surprisingly not too rich -- Picture by Lee Khang Yi
Salmon Miso Cream is an unusual mix of miso marinated salmon with cream cheese that is surprisingly not too rich -- Picture by Lee Khang Yi

Build a set with French fries or their Japanese fried chicken (karaage), which is crispy on the outside and juicy inside. 

A5 Wagyu Pizza (RM38.90) is controversial due to its higher price but it’s definitely enjoyable with the sliced Japanese A5 grade Wagyu seasoned with a sweet yakiniku sauce flavour. 

Japanese Fried Chicken (left) is crunchy and juicy inside. The Matcha Slurry (right) keeps you cool as you drink up the 100 per cent matcha drink.
Japanese Fried Chicken (left) is crunchy and juicy inside. The Matcha Slurry (right) keeps you cool as you drink up the 100 per cent matcha drink.

Butter Chicken Masala (RM23.90) is their staff’s pick, likely due to the spicy, fragrant flavours tempered with yogurt and cream. 

Salmon Miso Cream (RM28.90) is the most unusual, featuring miso-marinated salmon and mozzarella on a bechamel sauce base. 

Orange pops up everywhere in their eatery which once housed Dottys in Taman Tun Dr Ismail.
Orange pops up everywhere in their eatery which once housed Dottys in Taman Tun Dr Ismail.

The flaked fish has a softer texture that isn’t dried out, and the miso adds a nice umami flavour to the pizza. 

Other flavours include Hawaii Chicken, Japanese Teriyaki Chicken and Spicy Beef Sausage. The latest addition is the classic Beef Pepperoni, introduced with special pricing available from May 19 onwards.

Then there is their newly-introduced Matcha Slushy (RM12.90) which differs from your typical icy cold drinks. 

It has a distinctive matcha flavour and melts slower than others, allowing you to enjoy the matcha flavour longer.

Look for that bright orange facade that will grab your eyes for super large pizza slices.
Look for that bright orange facade that will grab your eyes for super large pizza slices.

Pizza Amane Tokyo

20, Jalan Tun Mohd Fuad 2, 

Taman Tun Dr Ismail, KL.

Open daily: 11am to 10pm

Instagram: @pizza_amane_tokyo

*This is an independent review where the writer paid for the meal.

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