Restaurants(9834)
Rakuichi
Internationally renowned soba master Rai Tatsuru hosts just 12 diners at a time for an intimate 2-hour kaiseki experience at Rakuichi, possibly Niseko’s most coveted dining destination.
Sushi Hanayoshi
Born to a family of soba restaurant owners, Hanayoshi’s chef Yoshioka Ryohei has been preparing artful sushi with hand-picked seafood and sake since 2006 in his hometown of Niseko.
Sushidokoro Yamato
Chef Yamato’s homage to the sushi masters who shaped his craft has grown into independent glory in the battle of Tsukiji’s sushi landscape, earning him a place in the Michelin Guide.
AWOMB Karasuma
A treat for the mouth and the eyes at this teori-zushi omakase by Nishiki Market, where diners get to play with around 50 ingredients to churn it into unique handrolls of their own.
Sukiyaki Kappo Hiyama Niseko
Located in the Muwa Niseko Hotel, Sukiyaki Kappo Hiyama Niseko's comforting sukiyaki and attentive service is a warm refuge amidst Hokkaido’s icy climes.
Sushidokoro Kurosugi
Edomae sushi made with the simple formula of subtraction by none other than Kurosugi Akihiro, whose friendly disposition and authenticity earn him a Michelin feature.
Sushi Take (Chef Hiro Restaurant)
At the immensely popular Nagoya restaurant of the famous YouTube and TikTok sensation Chef Hiro, guests will find that the sushi in his videos truly tastes just as good as it looks.
Sukiyaki Asai
Escape the Tokyo bustle to a zen-inspired space and enjoy premium Omi beef served in personally sized sukiyaki sets in this Michelin-selected restaurant.
Gyukatsu Motomura Shinjuku Main Store
Insanely popular on social media, the original Shinjuku outlet of this famous gyukatsu beef cutlet restaurant is one of only two that allow reservations.
Sushi Miki
In a tiled-floor store in Kyoto’s urban fringe, the team behind Sushi Miki is as vigilant about the local and seasonal as it is on the delicious to serve “casual” sushi.
Ninja Yakiniku Asakusa
Proudly halal-certified wagyu from Mie Prefecture overlooking the lively backdrop of Asakusa, Ninja Yakiniku Asakusa is ready to be on the neighborhood’s hall of fame.
Yakitori Moe Es
What happens when yakitori and French meet in the middle? You’d get Yakitori Moe Es, a Michelin-featured sensation in Roppongi that’s making new waves in the Japanese skewer scene.
Sushi Yuki
One man’s loss is another’s gain. When Sushi Yuki moved from Yokohama to Hiroo, Tokyo welcomed them with open arms and high expectations for exceptional sushi. They’ve certainly delivered it fair and square.
Sano Sushi
Respect for tradition and a mission to revive the golden era of sushi are why this gem near Tokyo Tower deserves more than just a Star in the Michelin Guide — it should be on your bucket list.
Monk
Featured on the Netflix series Chef’s Table, the wood-fired pizzas at this riverside restaurant near Ginkaku-ji Temple are made with love and local ingredients, including foraged mushrooms and hunted wild boar.
The Pizza Bar on 38th
One of the world’s best pizzas, The Pizza Bar on 38th has pizzaiolo Daniele Cason crafting hybrid pizzas from a wood-burning oven in the intimate 8-seater venue at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Nihombashi.
Shabu Zen Shibuya
Experience a quintessential Japanese dinner at the renowned Shabu Zen in Shibuya, where you can indulge in all-you-can-eat shabu shabu and even try the revered wagyu.
Kanda Nishikicho Sushi Takaharu
A young sushi store by a young chef, Sushi Takaharu in Kanda Nishikicho is quickly gaining traction thanks to its refreshing spin of Edomae sushi and the friendly service of its English-savvy owner.
Elm Garden
Experience a memorable dining journey at Elm Garden, where the captivating beauty of Sapporo’s changing seasons sets the stage for a magical, Hokkaido-inspired kaiseki course.
Namaiki
As the sister restaurant to the renowned Yoroniku in Minami Aoyama, Namaiki is putting a bigger focus on serving high-quality, raw red meat dishes.
Yoroniku Tokyo Azabudai Hills
After finding success in Minami Aoyama, the legendary Yoroniku has found its next residence in the upscale Azabudai, bringing along the brand’s reputation-defining silk loin, truffle-crowned sukiyaki and caviar sushi rolls.
Halal Wagyu Yakiniku Panga Asakusa
Halal Wagyu Yakiniku Panga expands to Asakusa, offering halal-certified Japanese black wagyu with a thoughtful approach to butchering and grilling.
Takezaki
Takezaki’s exploratory route of constant discovery and rediscovery become gastronomic delights at this petite kappo eatery near the Imperial Palace.
Sumiyakitori Sato
An omakase-style yakitori specialist that draws out the full anatomical potential of the coveted Otaru Jidori chicken, chef Sato Seiichi’s venue is every bit stalwart and dedicated.
Yakiniku Seafood Yoshi
Awaji’s take on surf and turf — this hyperlocal gem, located on the east coast of Awaji Island, harmonizes premium Awaji beef, Awaji pufferfish and freshly caught seafood into an inviting tasting course.
Yoshokuya Fujiya
Since 1935, this family-friendly restaurant in Osaka has been serving comforting Japanese-Western cuisine known as yoshoku, consistently attracting a loyal clientele who crave a taste of home cooking.
Abysse
A young chef with experience at top kitchens in France and Japan cooks up a seafood feast at his heavily-stylized restaurant.
Ginza Kitafuku
Ginza Kitafuku is one of the best crab specialists in Japan, where you can choose from a full range of different species and enjoy a private room dining.