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SEAT RESERVATIONREIHO
Classic dishes from Shanghai and Canton are on offer at this sky-high, Michelin-starred Chinese restaurant in Nagoya.
SEAT RESERVATIONLa Vagabonde
A maverick of the French food scene is at the helm of this outstanding two Michelin star restaurant in Nagoya.
SEAT RESERVATIONSazenka
Inspired by the historic connection between China and Japan, Tokyo's only three-Michelin-starred Chinese restaurant is a homage to both cultures' culinary achievements — and an achievement all its own.
SEAT RESERVATIONL'Effervescence
Inventive French dining from one of the best restaurants in Tokyo, Asia, and the world.
SEAT RESERVATIONQuintessence
One of Tokyo's most famous restaurants, Quintessence's avant-garde French cuisine has held three Michelin stars since the very first edition of the Michelin Guide Tokyo in 2008.
SEAT RESERVATIONKiyama
Enjoy the perfectionism and dedication of Japan’s foremost dashi master at Kiyama.
SEAT RESERVATIONEsquisse
Esquisse prides itself on thoroughly modern dishes from a decorated French master.
SEAT RESERVATIONJoel Robuchon Restaurant
The flagship Tokyo restaurant of the most Michelin-decorated chef in history has had an unbroken streak of three Michelin stars since the very first edition of the Michelin Guide Tokyo in 2008.
SEAT RESERVATIONMakimura
This restaurant may no longer have its astounding three Michelin stars, but it's definitely not due to lack of ability or deliciousness. Now referral-only, Makimura continues to delight regulars with its simple kaiseki cuisine.
SEAT RESERVATIONMatsuyama
Michelin starred kaiseki dining in Fukuoka, with some local flavors from the ports of the Kyushu island.
SEAT RESERVATIONGion Owatari
Indulge in authentic Kyoto cuisine with immaculate service.
SEAT RESERVATIONChisou Sottaku Ito
Sample perfectly balanced dashi paired with a spread of the finest fish in Japan.
SEAT RESERVATIONFujiya 1935
Enjoy dining at a 2 Michelin-starred culinary dynasty, which has been operating for nearly a century, with updates from its fourth-generation chef.
SEAT RESERVATIONHajime
The fastest 3-star restaurant in history, run by a man who is equal parts chef, scientist, and philosopher.
SEAT RESERVATIONAzabujuban Fukuda
Exclusive kaiseki excellence with soups and service to die for, just minutes from downtown.
SEAT RESERVATIONKyokaiseki Kichisen
A Kyoto dining experience inspired by the wisdom of the ages — this is Japanese tradition at its finest.
SEAT RESERVATIONMaison Lafite
Countryside flavors are present in every bite at this 2 Michelin starred French restaurant just an hour out of Fukuoka City.
SEAT RESERVATIONAsaba Ryokan
Enjoy the peace of a monastic life, without the austerity, at this high-class inn and restaurant.
SEAT RESERVATIONSumibi Kappou Ifuki
Traditional Kyoto dining meets top quality charcoal grilling for a unique kappo experience.
SEAT RESERVATIONHassun
True fidelity to tradition is on show at this long-running Gion favorite — come see for yourself.
SEAT RESERVATIONTempura Motoyoshi
With liquid nitrogen in his arsenal, chef Motoyoshi Kazuhito’s pioneering tempura draws gourmands and tempura lovers alike to two-Michelin-starred Tempura Motoyoshi in quiet Ebisu.
SEAT RESERVATIONCucina Italiana Gallura
This Nagoya restaurant may just have the most authentic pasta in all of Japan.
SEAT RESERVATIONKahala
Taste some wild culinary experiments at the most innovative restaurant in Osaka.
SEAT RESERVATIONShokuzen Abe
Authentic Kyoto vegetables, charcoal grilled to perfection — this Ginza restaurant offers a true taste of the old capital.
SEAT RESERVATIONIwasaki
A true family affair, this Kyoto restaurant has been recongized for their traditional kaiseki.
SEAT RESERVATIONTagawa
Michelin-starred kaiseki dining which focuses on appreciating the simple beauty of all-natural ingredients.
SEAT RESERVATIONPrisma
Pasta doesn’t come any fresher or tastier than at this Omotesando Italian restaurant, with two Michelin stars to its name.
SEAT RESERVATIONRyuzu
French gastronomy is stripped back to its essentials, with quality ingredients, in the adult playground of Roppongi.
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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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