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Da Terra
After renovating part of his family’s century-old house into a dining room, Chef Nakai invites guests to sample some of the 100 vegetables from his family farm in his signature Michelin-starred omakase course.
Nara Nikon
With a practice informed by old masters, Chef Shimizu Shojiro earned two Michelin Stars by demonstrating that there is still space to play in the world of traditional Japanese cuisine.
Kaiseki Morimoto
In a sleepy town where Japan’s first emperor ascended the throne, a Michelin-starred chef remains rooted in simplicity and sincerity.
Lega’
Sugawara Shuga's love for Italian food and his home country radiates through this stalwart restaurant in Katsuragi, which received a coveted Michelin star in 2024.
Inada
Three generations of the Inada family have guided the restaurant through changing times and an eventual path to Michelin status.
Aji No Kaze Nishimura
A Michelin-starred gem in ancient Sakurai, Nishimura Norihosa’s traditional cuisine is a masterclass in subtlety: intentional, sincere and pristine.
Aji no Tabibito Roman
The stunningly beautiful and seasonal dishes of kaiseki intersect with the owner’s deep respect for home cooking in this Michelin-starred locale brimming with a menu that evolves monthly.
Koikiryori Aji Manso
Some restaurants stand against the test of time — Koikiryori Aji Manso thrives with it, so head here for a historic meal led by one of Japan’s most acclaimed chefs.
Gokan Uogin
A dynamic, multisensory traditional Japanese cuisine dedicated to celebrating one exquisite ingredient: rice — glossy, plump, and mildly sweet, cooked under high pressure in custom-made ceramic pots.
Wa Yamamura
Seasonal dishes birthed from kindness and care — such is the lovingly vibrant Japanese cuisine at this Michelin-starred restaurant in Nara.
Musoan
The sun-drenched, Michelin-beloved Musoan in Nara Park celebrates traditional Japanese cooking as it should be: produce-led, rich and traditional.
Matsuki
In the corner of the idyllic Naramachi and within a heritage townhouse, Matsumuro Katsuya’s love for the dainty flows from his kaiseki menu, choice of crockery to effervescent hospitality.
Ideal Bistro
Impeccable culinary fare from chef Yamasaki and seasonal floral arrangements by his wife combine for an unmatched dining experience at this Michelin-starred French restaurant in Nara.
Sushi Yuden
With one Michelin Star and a devoted clientele, Sushi Yuden is a purveyor of warm hospitality and exquisite Edomae sushi made from fresh seasonal seafood personally picked by owner-chef Nishimura Yuya.
Higashichaya Nakamura
Named after a famous geisha district, Michelin-starred kaiseki restaurant Higashichaya Nakamura is a testament to the owner-chef’s devotion to his hometown Kanazawa, from fresh seafood and seasonal ingredients to tableware.
Kamimura
When Michelin-starred Kamimura Yuichi commits, he goes all in. His French high diner has been high on the list among food critics and out-of-town travelers for its genre-blurring degustation menu.
Il Centrino
Northern Italy flavors augmented by the Michelin-lauded chef’s creative take — Il Centrino embarks diners on a journey across The Peninsula in a wine-friendly degustation.
P Greco
The first Italian restaurant in Osaka to receive a Michelin star is named after the infinite mathematical constant “pi,” symbolizing its boundless culinary pursuit.
Oryori Yamada
It’s a new frontier in traditional Osaka cuisine crested by the Michelin-starred Oryori Yamada, led by a third-generation chef who does not fear change.
Maison Tateru Yoshino
With a menu that pulls contemporary French classics and one of the strongest services in Osaka, it’s no surprise that Yoshino Tateru’s impeccable venue has maintained its Michelin streak since 2018.
Primo Passo
In a prime location between Ginza and Tsukiji, Michelin-starred Primo Passo adds umami to classic Italian cuisine, with a tapestry of pasta dishes forming the foundation of the chef’s omakase courses.
Yakitori Takahashi
Yakitori Takahashi in historical Nihonbashi has earned a cult following and one Michelin star for its simple yet delectable yakitori using premium-raised game fowl and chicken carefully grilled and lightly smoked to perfection.
Yama
The dessert-only kaiseki course at Tokyo’s Michelin-starred Yama introduces new layers of sophisticated sweetness with plates centered on seasonal fruits.
Aji Fukushima
Aji Fukushima provides an omakase course that walks you through the culture of Kyoto.
Aragawa Hyogo
Nowhere can surpass the splendor of this Kobe beef specialty steakhouse.
Sushi Karashima
Appreciate the best of Kyushu in an omakase course that’s tailored to excite the five senses.
Ubuka
Dine on the finest cooked shellfish in Japan’s capital.
Seiju
Try out the unconventional pairing of wine and tempura, then wonder why it hasn’t been done before!