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COURSE MENUYakiniku Kappo Note
This niku-kappo restaurant in upscale Azabu-Juban prepares course after course of succulent A5-grade wagyu beef right before diners' eyes.
COURSE MENUGinza Wakuta
The ever-evolving journey of Ginza Wakuta’s kaiseki winds through seasonal influences, yet every path leads to one destination: its signature clay pot rice.
COURSE MENUMakiyaki Ginza Onodera
Wood-fired wagyu steaks take center stage here at this Michelin-starred restaurant in Ginza, flawlessly blending French and Japanese grilling technique.
COURSE MENUShojin Ryori Daigo
Holding two Michelin stars for a 15-year streak, the traditional vegetarian cuisine at this Tokyo restaurant was called "the best shojin ryori in the world" by The World's 50 Best Restaurants.
COURSE MENUSushi Hajime (Shibuya)
Fall in love with Edomae sushi at this Shibuya sushi restaurant. It’s the rice that steals the show here: Aizu Koshihikari cooked traditionally in a hagama pot and treated with a proprietary blend of red vinegar made from sake lees.
COURSE MENUGinza Saisho
Premium omakase sushi course with an English-speaking chef at an intimate counter-style sushi restaurant in Ginza, known in particular for its "uniku" sushi of sea urchin wrapped in wagyu beef.
COURSE MENUYakitori Sei
Discover a dream turned reality: a Tokyo yakitori restaurant born from a family legacy. Impeccable ingredients, artful techniques, and a personalized dining experience await around an intimate 16-seat counter.
COURSE MENUImayoshi Otemachi Sushi
The oldest sushi restaurant in Otemachi, Tokyo — get a taste of true sushi tradition.
COURSE MENUTempura Ono
Just north of the old Tsukiji Market, a tempura master creates specialized omakase menus based on guests' preferences, made with premium seasonal ingredients from all across Japan.
COURSE MENUSushi Koshikawa
Less than a minute from Akasaka Station’s Exit 7, this traditional Edomae sushi restaurant draws a regular crowd for its relaxed and inviting atmosphere, impeccable nigiri creations, and extensive sake offerings.
COURSE MENUUdatsu Sushi
Chef Udatsu Hisashi makes an unorthodox combination of herbs and sushi at his Michelin-starred Nakameguro restaurant. Designed around the theme of “art x sushi”, every piece of nigiri and maki look just as good as they taste.
COURSE MENUNishiazabu Sushi Shin
Chef Shintaro Suzuki’s attention to detail in his traditional Edomae sushi made his restaurant one of the first in history to receive a Michelin star. See for yourself why his sushi is a cut above the rest.
COURSE MENUTozentei
The Watanabe family brings fictional kaiseki cuisine to life at their Michelin-starred Kyoto restaurant, located conveniently near the Kinkaku-ji Temple and Arashiyama bamboo grove.
COURSE MENUFunaokayama Shimizu
These Michelin-starred kaiseki course menus feature the best ingredients from Japan, but the rice is the real star. Made with Kyoto groundwater from Daitokuji Temple, it is fluffy, fragrant and cooked to perfection in an earthenware pot.
COURSE MENUHakone Kawadoko Gyunabe Ukon
Indulge yourself with melt-in-your-mouth beef hotpot using domestic Japanese kuroge wagyu and locally-grown Kanazawa vegetables—all while taking in an unspoiled view of the gorgeous Sukumo River.
COURSE MENUOniku Karyu
Chef Haruka Katayanagi delights guests with A4- and A5-grade kuroge wagyu made into exquisite course menus at his Michelin-starred restaurant Ginza Oniku Karyu.
COURSE MENUOnzoushi Kiyoyasutei Roppongi
A hidden culinary sanctuary in upscale Roppongi, Onzoushi Kiyoyasutei envelops diners in warm elegance, serving exquisite delicacies like Hokkaido crab flame-kissed by charcoal heat or fried in light tempura batter.
COURSE MENUHOMMAGE
Chef Arai Noboru brings unpretentious French cuisine — and two Michelin Stars — back to his hometown of Asakusa, where he pays homage to his teachers and his suppliers by delighting guests with a no-frills approach.
COURSE MENUNishiazabu Kamikura
After spending almost a decade honing his skills at legendary Ginza establishment Kyubey, head chef Takashi Kamikura’s meticulous attention to detail shines through at his own sushi restaurant in Nishiazabu.
COURSE MENUGion Fukushi
Subtraction and simplicity – the husband-wife team behind this pristine Michelin-starred restaurant delivers regionally focused kaiseki in the purest imagination in Kyoto’s storied geisha district.
COURSE MENUSushi Ryusuke
A spectacular debut by one of Ginza Kyubey’s most prolific proteges, Sushi Ryusuke's mastery of Edomae-style sushi signals the chef’s readiness to forge his own path while staying true to his roots.
COURSE MENUShibuya Sushi Lab
Adhering to the Zen philosophy of shuhari, Chef Tahara Ryuichi uses Tsumoto-style aging techniques to elevate the flavor and umami of his Edomae sushi. Supremely affordable prices belie its sophisticated atmosphere and upscale location.
COURSE MENUYAKINIKU 37west NY
One of Ginza's most legendary yakiniku restaurants, YAKINIKU 37west NY's "owners meat system" ensures that diners receive only the best possible cut of meat, dry-aged and meticulously prepared to perfection.
COURSE MENUShibuya Wagyu Yakiniku USHIHACHI Kiwami
Want to celebrate a special occasion with yakiniku and your loved ones? Ushihachi's Shibuya location gives beef lovers a gorgeous view of the Shibuya Scramble Crossing as they tuck into high-quality kuroge wagyu—all without breaking the bank.
COURSE MENUSushi Mitsuyoshi
Just minutes from Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden is this Edomae sushi hideaway with an extensive sake, shochu and whiskey menu. Various small plates also showcase fine seasonal ingredients and impeccable skill.
COURSE MENUYakiniku Ushi Jirushi Shinjuku
The latest dining concept from the Toraji group, one of the most famous names in wagyu, Ushi Jirushi assigns an expert “master griller” to each table. Diners can relax knowing that each cut, from horumon to harami, will be cooked to perfection.
COURSE MENURogama Steak Arcanum
With a pedigree earned from some of the most elite beef specialists in all of Japan, chef and master griller Shinya Suzuki makes kiln-roasted Tamura wagyu beef steak widely available at a fraction of the cost.
COURSE MENUKawaramachi Izumiya
Opened in 1887, this riverside restaurant has become a Gifu institution renowned for its charcoal-grilled sweetfish, the highly prized fish delicacy often nicknamed "the queen of clear rivers."
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Best Restaurants in Japan
From fresh sushi to crispy tempura, Japan’s diverse restaurant scene excites visitors and locals alike with hundreds of thousands of high-quality Japanese restaurants. Beckoning with drool-worthy plastic replicas in their windows, both contemporary and traditional restaurants offer unique flavors and atmospheres. Enter any restaurant in Japan and immediately be welcomed with a hearty “irasshaimase!”
Many Japanese restaurants focus on one signature dish, like Japanese curry restaurants, ramen shops, or speciality restaurants selling yakitori grilled chicken skewers. Restaurants steam with DIY shabu-shabu hotpots while grill-it-yourself teppanyaki hotplate restaurants sizzle! Find tiny family-owned ramen shops hidden in the backstreets of Kyoto, and yatai street food stalls bustling in alleys of Fukuoka. And let’s not forget, Tokyo alone boasts the most Michelin-starred restaurants in the world!
Throughout the country, fine dining restaurants serving exquisite kaiseki banquets contrast cheap “shokudo” cafeterias meals for salarymen on-the-go. You can order dinner directly from a tablet or even a vending machine, or choose your own sushi pieces trundling past on the belt of a sushi train. Nibble on small plates as you drink up during an izakaya dining experience, seated on tatami flooring and cheersing “kampai!” with the locals. There are so many exciting Japan restaurant options with different foods and local cuisines to try, so don’t waste a moment of your trip looking for a restaurant! Reserve ahead of time at some of the best restaurants in Japan with byFood and secure some of the country’s best cuisine for your taste buds. Don't forget to say, “gochisosama deshita” when you leave any Japan restaurant, meaning “thank you for the meal!”
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