Restaurants in Japan(3548)
SEAT RESERVATIONIdeal 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.
SEAT RESERVATIONKamimura
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.
SEAT RESERVATIONIl 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.
SEAT RESERVATIONP 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.
SEAT RESERVATIONNent
Find respite from Osaka city life at Nent in Umeda. This Michelin-starred French restaurant constantly pushes the boundaries of tradition through delectable dishes and Japanese ingredients.
SEAT RESERVATIONOryori 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.
SEAT RESERVATIONMaison 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.
SEAT RESERVATIONOryori Fujii
From the bounty-blessed region of Toyama, traditional Japanese dishes come together at Oryori Fujii, where the owner almost exclusively uses ingredients from his hometown.
SEAT RESERVATIONGermoglio
Northern Italian flavors inspired by the Piedmont region come to life just steps from Kyoto Station at this Michelin-featured restaurant.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushidokoro Yoshi
Nearly 20 years of service can’t lie; the sushi and small bites at Sushidokoro Yoshi are putting Otaru on the map for more than its fishing history.
SEAT RESERVATIONTsukumo
In the historic Nara, master chef Nishihara maintains an old-school approach to his cooking and does the ancient capital’s tradition justice.
SEAT RESERVATIONShabuteiyorokobi
Shabu shabu hotpot and kaiseki dining in the Okinawan style — come enjoy a taste of tropical luxury without leaving Tokyo.
SEAT RESERVATIONMiyuki (Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo)
The most exquisite dining experience paired with the most exquisite cuisine. Within Tokyo’s natural Sea of Clouds, Miyuki offers a variety of Japanese course meals, from kaiseki to sushi to teppanyaki.
SEAT RESERVATIONAzabu Sushi Kokoro
The originator of “ikusei-sushi”, head chef Michimasa Nakamura personally ages every fish served in this Minami-Azabu establishment. His signature aging process gives Azabu Sushi Kokoro's sushi's taste and texture a unique dimension.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Kato Hinzan Niseko
Depending on the season, this Niseko restaurant founded by Hokkaido’s King of Crab sources its seafood from different regions, showing its dedication to providing its guests with the best that the nation has to offer.
SEAT RESERVATIONNobu Tokyo
World-famous chef Nobu Matsuhisa brings his vaunted Japanese fusion cuisine home at the Tokyo outlet, where both omakase course menus and a la carte options delight.
COURSE MENUHorumonyaki Koei Shokuan-dori
Just down the road from the main branch, this horumonyaki restaurant is said to draw first-time visitors through the smell of grilling offal alone, and make them repeat customers through its affordable — and delicious — menu.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Ito Ikkan
Doing things differently. Particularly popular with guests from overseas, this premium sushi restaurant even departs from the omakase tradition to accommodate personalized nigiri requests.
SEAT RESERVATIONGinza Sushi Aoki Honten
Traditional Edomae-style nigiri served by a chef whose winding path has always followed the road to sushi mastery. Delight in the thoughtful expression of the Aoki family’s generational craft.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Yoshino (Jimbocho)
Taste the individual sensibilities and craft of a chef who pours his own passion into every meal through unique tableware, personally-selected sake, and bursts of personality.
SEAT RESERVATIONRyori-ya Tachibana
The sheer respect for Japanese aesthetic and culinary arts is palpable at this Roppongi restaurant, where Chef Kosei Tachibana delights guests with his performative yet reverent way of preparing traditional kappo cuisine.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Acta
Give your tastebuds an in-depth experience at this intimate sushi restaurant, where you are seated at a seven-seat counter while sushi chefs craft dishes by hand in front of your eyes.
SEAT RESERVATIONMenosou
Experience the highly acclaimed Japanese cuisine creations of this longtime Kagurazaka establishment.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Akazu Shinsaibashi
Though a small army of regulars fill its reservation list, charismatic service and unparalleled freshness make Sushi Akazu’s Shinsaibashi branch a must-visit destination — if you can secure a spot at its counter.
SEAT RESERVATIONTenkane
Tenkane has been Shinjuku's edible time capsule since 1903. The nostalgic Meiji-era vibe meets modern sizzle, serving light, crispy tempura crafted from Toyosu’s freshest finds. Every bite echoes the essence of Japan's rich heritage.
SEAT RESERVATIONKifuku
Step into Kifuku, a special sushi restaurant in Fukuoka, western Japan’s food paradise. A 22-item omakase course features Kyushu’s freshest fish in perfectly sculpted nigiri, accompanied by mouth-watering side dishes.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi No You Ya
Fine ingredients and even finer plating characterize the Edomae-style sushi at Sushi No You Ya, where the fish is fresh and the price is right.
SEAT RESERVATIONAoyama Asada
Enjoy a beautifully prepared kaiseki course in an establishment steeped in over 300 years of tradition. Known for vibrant and intricate presentation, feast your eyes and tastebuds on Kaga cuisine, a Kanazawa and Hokuriku specialty.
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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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