Restaurants in Japan(3548)
SEAT RESERVATIONIchigo Ichie
The trip into the mountains south of Oita City is well worth it for such a reasonably-priced, delicious kaiseki meal.
SEAT RESERVATIONOita Hanasansho
Fun and delicious kappo dining at one of Oita’s finest traditional restaurants, with signature savory manju bites.
SEAT RESERVATIONAji Takebayashi
Suitable for a wide range of budgets, this place offers Japanese kaiseki dining with some innovative international touches.
SEAT RESERVATIONAsuke
A clearsighted approach to sushi, with the full flavors of the ocean at the center of the meal — this Fukuoka sushiya delivers with restrained class.
SEAT RESERVATIONHakata Izumi
A Japanese blowfish restaurant with almost a century of experience under its belt — where better in Fukuoka to try it?
SEAT RESERVATIONIppongi Ishibashi
A kaiseki-sushi restaurant which lets you experience the best of both worlds, from a chef who values the personal touch.
SEAT RESERVATIONKyu Katsue
Premium Japanese ingredients served up in a stylish modern interior — this is a traditional restaurant for lovers of hearty cooking.
SEAT RESERVATIONMujinzo
An ever-changing menu and sense of seasonal beauty make this Fukuoka kaiseki one of the most exciting in town.
SEAT RESERVATIONNagaoka
One of Fukuoka’s top exponents of fine Japanese dining, this kaiseki restaurant offers a delicious taste of the region.
SEAT RESERVATIONNishinakasu Shiranita
Take in the gorgeous view of the Naka River in Nishinakasu as you devour authentic traditional Japanese cuisine.
SEAT RESERVATIONRyotei Okazaki
What better way to indulge the finest torafugu than at a ryotei which has been standing since the early Showa period?
SEAT RESERVATIONMinami (formerly Sakana Giyaman)
One can never say no to a combination of old and new, especially when it’s an infusion of modernity to the nostalgic traditional Japanese cuisine.
SEAT RESERVATIONShirogane Nishida
Eat to your heart’s content at this elegant Japanese restaurant that prides itself on showcasing the beauty of Kyushu’s natural produce.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Gosuian
Be one of the special guests of the skilled sushi master as he presents a whole new style of Edomae sushi.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Kotoku
From the techniques to the tools, experience the flavors of the ultimate classic sushi.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Kubota
Locally-sourced seafood from the seas of Fukuoka served Edomae-style — a combination that screams perfection.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Kuma
Instead of just exploring Kyushu, why not devour the produce of the island in the form of traditional sushi bites?
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Soejima
Escape the hustle and bustle of Hakata city life while still devouring the best it can offer at this Michelin-starred restaurant in Fukuoka.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Takao
Nothing beats a vast array of quality nigiri prepared and served the Edomae way.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Taro
Right in the center of Hakata City is a highly-regarded sushi restaurant that introduces a new perspective on the classic sushi craft.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Tsubasa
Everything about the beautiful Kokura City is deeply injected into this fine sushi restaurant, from ambiance and decor to flavors.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Yoshida
Classy, high-quality dining is the priority of this reputable Kyushu sushi restaurant, with one Michelin star.
SEAT RESERVATIONTashima
The best kinds of kappo restaurants are the ones that draw out the natural savory flavors of the components — the masterful chef of Tashima does this perfectly.
SEAT RESERVATIONTempura Tenko
Every other tempura restaurant in Fukuoka pales in comparison to this one owned by a Tokyo-trained master chef.
SEAT RESERVATIONToricho Jinroku
Indulge in the traditional craft of sushi, preserved through two generations at Toricho Jinroku.
SEAT RESERVATIONUtsuwaryori Sano
This restaurant takes seasonal cuisine to a whole new level — devour festively decorated dishes in a home-like ryotei unlike any other.
SEAT RESERVATIONChakaiseki Nakahan
Stop by this tea ceremony kaiseki restaurant after your stroll by the nearby Naka River.
SEAT RESERVATIONChiso Nakamura
Take in the four seasons of Japan in a tea house-like restaurant in Fukuoka, savoring skillfully prepared traditional dishes.
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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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