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COURSE MENUYakiniku Bar Tamura
Overlooking the iconic red brick of the Former Hokkaido Government Office Building, quality is king at this premium wagyu yakiniku establishment in Sapporo, evidenced by the fresh cuts of meat.
COURSE MENUTokuzomaru Shimoda
At the tail of the Izu Peninsula, this crowd-pulling, Shimoda-based seafood restaurant brings delectable red bream and seafood delicacies to the cheerful fisherman town.
COURSE MENUDaiki Suisan Sushi Seminar Dotonbori
The promise of fresh fish draws diners into this famous conveyor belt sushi restaurant, where the making and eating of sushi is its own art form.
COURSE MENUYakiniku Wolf Ikebukuro
Japanese media outlets and eager diners flock to this Ikebukuro yakiniku hotspot to discover the buzz surrounding one thing: its otoshi-dare sauce.
COURSE MENUNikusho Geihinkan Nara
Yamato beef grown on its own ranch served up on the platter in Nikusho Geihinkan’s flagship course, where adventurous rare cuts, luxurious sirloin and offal become seemingly endless.
COURSE MENUNikusho Geihinkan Tomio
Always fresh-cut to order, taste Nikusho Geihinkan’s yakiniku made with local Yamato beef from their cattle ranch. The cozy lodge atmosphere is the perfect spot to grill diverse expertly hand-cut meats.
COURSE MENUNikusho Geihinkan Tawaramoto
Whole wagyu cattle become sets of sectioned in-house cuts of beef in this crowd-pleasing yakiniku joint in Tawaramoto, Nara.
COURSE MENUOsaka Kitchen Shibuya
Named after the chef’s hometown, this Shibuya teppanyaki hotspot brings the spirit of Japan’s foodie paradise to central Tokyo with a touch of Osaka-brand charm and good-valued teppanyaki.
COURSE MENULa Cuisine Enju
Teppanyaki by way of French — from the award-winning, France-trained chef comes a fine restaurant in Hikone that blends Gallic techniques with local flavors, serving piping-hot, ultra-luxe grills that just won’t quit.
COURSE MENUNikusho Geihinkan Tenri
Style meets comfort at this popular yakiniku restaurant nestled Tenri, Nara, where every dining table has a private room for A5-grade beef fares without interruption.
COURSE MENUTokyo sakaki.
“From Tokyo to the world" — after 25 years in the making, this neo-Japanese haven in Yoyogi bursts onto the scene, led by a visionary chef whose boundless ambition fuels every dish.
COURSE MENUGinza Hakobune Daiginjyo SHIZUKU
The reputation of this Ginza venue primarily rests on its impressive 500-plus sake library, enhanced by the allure of a private dining experience and teamed with Hokuriku-Shinetsu-inspired seasonal kaiseki that stands on its own merits.
COURSE MENUNihonbashi Funazushi
At this Nihonbashi restaurant, a third-generation owner plays with classic sushi flavors and brings a touch of old Edo to modern Tokyo.
COURSE MENURIVA
With promising hospitality, love for Hiroshima and a store name that immortalizes the French actress Emmanuelle Riva, RIVA works on a seasonally-inflicted, 18-course kaiseki that changes monthly.
COURSE MENUInasa
It’s out with the ordinary, and in with the new for 50-year-old Inasa, which transforms Hiroshima’s Japanese anchovy into gourmet hamburger steaks instead of the usual treatment of sashimi.
COURSE MENUSushi Aoi
As the culmination of his work as a chef, Sushi Aoi’s Hoshi intends to be as serious about his sushi as it would undoubtedly be about his fresh produce.
COURSE MENUWagyu Yakiniku Kakunoshin Roppongi
An encyclopedic journey into dry-aged wagyu and Kobe beef, guided by an Iwate native so devoted to meat that he’s known as the “Niku Ojisan” — the Meat Uncle.
COURSE MENUWagyu Niku Kappo Kakunoshin 82
One of Japan’s most famous wagyu beef specialists, Chef Chiba “Niku Ojisan” Masuo, delights with inventions like meat-wrapped sushi topped with king crab and sea urchin, or chilled wagyu sirloin in dashi broth at his Roppongi restaurant.
COURSE MENUMasu Roppongi
The only time being two-faced is a plus: Masu Roppongi can become a casual yakiniku or a high-luxe, A5 wagyu degustation in private rooms depending on the crowd you’re pulling.
COURSE MENUGinza Himuka
So rare that only 30 heads of cattle are sold in a month, the Ozaki wagyu beef from Miyazaki Prefecture is served here at this Ginza restaurant, alongside beautiful nighttime views and fine Japanese domestic whiskies.
COURSE MENUKintsuta Roppongi
Prepare to be whisked away to the heart of Hakata, Fukuoka, for a unique hotpot experience without leaving Tokyo’s midtown.
COURSE MENUKobe Steak Teppanyaki Setsugekka Hanare
A carefully curated selection of high-quality items offers diners a Michelin-worthy experience in this luxurious teppanyaki venue, featuring Kobe beef steak, seafood and sommelier-approved wines.
COURSE MENUKobe Steak and Cafe Noble Urus Sannomiya
This teppanyaki restaurant in the APA Hotel Kobe-Sannomiya Ekimae provides a comprehensive overview of Japan’s best wagyu varieties with A5-grade Kobe beef at the forefront of its tasting comparison courses.
COURSE MENUSushi Yon HANA
Perfection might not exist, but this A-list sushi joint's signature, flower-shaped sushi with sea urchin and gold flecks comes remarkably close.
COURSE MENUYakiniku Aoyama Gaien
A chic yakiniku spot in Aoyama, Yakiniku Aoyama Gaien specializes in serving premium Japanese Black wagyu with no frills — just expertly prepared meat that truly "satisfies the soul."
COURSE MENUAoyama Gyusai
With house-made sauces, counter-grilled wagyu and a love for Ibaraki-grown Hitachi beef, Aoyama Gyusai expands the definition of high-caliber teppanyaki dining in Aoyama.
COURSE MENUIL PINOLO Ginza
There’s no trick or “modern takes” at this Ginza ristorante — just the deep and thorough love for Italian cuisine from executive chef Watanabe Tomotaka, who works on a mantra of great ingredients, simply cooked.
COURSE MENURyuduki Teppan
By Kinshicho Station, sip wine and indulge in melt-in-your-mouth regional wagyu teppanyaki in this evening-only restaurant whose decor mirrors the tale that inspires its name: the mythical dragon.
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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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