Restaurants(9734)
Sougo
Enjoy shojin ryori, a cuisine inspired by Buddhist monks and their reverence for the sanctity of life. Ancient vegetarian cuisine with a modern twist, Sougo lets guests experience a culinary tradition that is hundreds of years old.
Chakaiseki Zushi
Inspired by both daily and ceremonial meals of old, the chef of this chakaiseki restaurant manifests pre-Edo period dining philosophies to serve his guests a traditional culinary experience steeped in tea and tradition.
Hamaichi
These sea bream specialists serve tai-meshi with dedication and finesse. Each meal at Hamaichi underscores Japanese tradition and commitment to service through simple but expertly prepared ingredients.
Kyoto Tsuruya (Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel)
A dedicated sushi counter promises authentic dining, while course menus and celebratory meals bring people together from across the country and world to delight in historic Japanese traditions of hospitality.
Shion
Even before moving to its current Akasaka location, a philosophy of reverence for Japan’s natural beauty has always driven the traditional kaiseki cuisine at Shion. Private rooms provide a much-needed respite from the Tokyo rush.
Sushi Kakuno
Sushi powered by the spring water from the Sakurajima volcanic belt — in fashionable Roppongi, Chef Kakuno Masayuki gets the greatest satisfaction when his guests smile.
Ginza Wakuta
Fugu in winter, sakura shrimp in spring — located close to Ginza Station, Ginza Wakuta has earned its place among the district's premier kaiseki restaurants with its signature seasonal clay pot rice.
there is ramen
This Michelin Bib Gourmand ramen shop in Ogikubo prefers to let its food speak for itself, with simple menu offerings that belie the complex flavor of its soup.
Ramen Break Beats
Chef Takuro Yanase’s unorthodox spin on ramen has attracted a lot of attention, to the point where it’s earned him a Michelin Bib Gourmand 2024. Try seasonal menu offerings or stick to the tried-and-true classics of salt and soy sauce ramen.
Hoppers
Chef Kazuhiro Ito has done it again: his Michelin Bib Gourmand award for Spice Cafe has now been followed up with one more for Hoppers in 2024.
Charcut
This Michelin Bib Gourmand-awarded Toranomon charcuterie specialist doesn’t just wow with its huge variety of cold cuts, but also the 100-plus wines in its selection.
Katsuyoshi Nihonbashi Ningyocho
Set in the “Doll Town” of Tokyo’s Nihonbashi district, the chefs behind the dark wooden counter of Katsuyoshi fry up gorgeously fatty, thick cuts of pork and other luxurious ingredients.
Jeeten
The name of this restaurant comes from the Chinese pronunciation of owner-chef Katsuhiko Yoshida’s name — similar to how Japanese yakuzen cuisine and Chinese influence come together in its kitchen.
Trattoria Buca’Massimo
The highlight of this Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant is the bistecca alla fiorentina, a traditional Tuscan steak weighing up to 800 grams, and measuring up to four centimeters thick.
Bistro Glouton
This Ikejiri-Ohashi restaurant run by a husband-wife duo offers the quintessential French bistro experience. Classic French fare like duck confit and ratatouille employs the best of Japan’s seasonal produce.
Lien
Offering courses of flavor and sentiment, the Michelin-recognized Lien offers an intimate, insightful French dining experience. All courses are made using fresh ingredients from the chef’s hometown in Aomori for a personal touch.
Soba Osame
Pairing rustic soba with regional small plates, Soba Osame mirrors the idyllic glades and Thoreauvian mountain towns of Japan through its menu.
Tonkatsu Narikura
The characteristic white color of the tonkatsu batter at this Minami-Asagaya restaurant comes from a low-temperature frying process that gives the pork maximum juiciness — and a Michelin Bib Gourmand award.
Tohakuan Karibe
The highlight of this Michelin Bib Gourmand soba restaurant is its extensive wine selection, which changes every week at the recommendation of a sommelier. Seasonal tempura offerings keep guests coming back for more.
Sukiyaki Harijyu Dotonbori
Situated in the middle of Osaka’s Dotonbori entertainment district, this sukiyaki restaurant has been serving customers with high-quality wagyu beef hotpot for over 100 years.
Umaimon Yakiissho
This Gunma unagi restaurant not only sources its eels from Aichi Prefecture, but also grills them in Kansai-style, resulting in an extra-crispy texture not easily found around eastern Japan.
Minokichi Takeshigero Hotel Granvia Kyoto
The Hotel Granvia Kyoto plays host to one of Kyoto’s most historic kyo-kaiseki restaurants, with over 300 years of history serving freshwater fish and other traditional dishes.
Sukiyaki Shabu-Shabu Kobe Beef Ishida Herbis Plaza
Authentic, licensed beef from a reputable local Kobe restaurant, made available in the center of Osaka. An ideal setting for celebrations or just to get an authentic taste of Kobe beef during a trip to Kansai.
Yakiniku no Gyuta Honjin Links Umeda
This yakiniku restaurant is famous throughout Kansai for sourcing whole cows from domestic partner farms, keeping prices remarkably low — but still featuring premium wagyu beef cut with a professional butcher’s expertise.
Steak Kojiro Sendai Main Branch
This Sendai teppanyaki specialist shows off succulent A5-grade Miyagi wagyu beef and premium seafood like lobster and abalone, served in view of a beautiful traditional garden modeled after Kyoto’s Ryoanji Temple.
President Chibo Minami Main Branch
President Chibo’s Minami main branch elevates okonomiyaki and teppanyaki with live cooking, premium ingredients, and a luxurious setting in a convenient Namba location that’s popular with locals and visitors alike.
Kuramoto Saryo
Operated by Ishikura Shuzo, the last remaining sake brewery in Hakata, Kuramoto Saryo serves as a cornerstone of kaiseki and sake-making and resides in the former residence of the brewery's owner.traditions in Fukuoka.
Sushi Kimura Nihombashi
One city’s loss is another’s gain. Following a 15-year stint at one of New York City’s most exclusive sushi restaurants, Kimura Koji arrives in Nihonbashi with an Edomae omakase concept shaped by fish from his hometown in Hachinohe.