Kawabun

Restaurant Details

Boasting the enviable distinction of being Nagoya’s oldest restaurant, Kawabun is a monument to tradition; a meal here is a cultural experience in its own right. Founded by a fishmonger over four centuries ago, the establishment is approximately the same age as Nagoya Castle itself.

But while the castle fell into ruin over the years, Nagoya’s number one ryōtei continued to thrive through the ages. Its hallowed halls have hosted countless visiting dignitaries and geisha banquets, and nowadays invite guests to soak in all of that impressive heritage with one of the most impressive traditional washoku meals that the city has to offer.

Guests can enjoy sampling a range of delectable small dishes in their seasonal omakase menus. For special occasions, private rooms are available, while the dedicated tea room offers views of the garden. Or for a more casual affair, they serve the same menus in kappo style (kaiseki’s more relaxed cousin) at their 11-seat counter.

Each space is decorated beautifully, with traditional art adorning the walls, and flower arrangements designed to represent the season. This heritage dining experience is undoubtedly one of the jewels of Nagoya’s culinary scene.

Kawabun Remarks

• A children's menu is available on request for guests aged 12 and under. Please inform the byFood concierge team by way of the notes section when making a reservation.

• Guests are required to inform the restaurant of any dietary restrictions when making a reservation. The restaurant is unable to accommodate any guests who inform them on the day itself.

• The restaurant reserves the right to refuse guests who have excessive dietary restrictions, particularly those of fish or vegetables.

• The course menu content listed below is an example, and is subject to change based on seasonal availability.

• The restaurant cannot always guarantee that it can provide guests with their preferred seating options after a reservation due to availability.

• The pictures provided are for illustrative purposes.

Kawabun Business Days

Kawabun Address

2-12-19 Marunouchi, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi 460-0002

Kawabun Access Info

• Kawabun is a 4-minute walk from Marunouchi Station on the Nagoya Municipal Subway.

Kawabun Phone Number

Kawabun Cancellation Policy

Cancel your reservation at least 2 days before the dining start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.