Restaurants(3862)
Arakicho Tenpaku (Formerly Kondou)
As is apt for an establishment that takes its name from a Zen saying about purity and natural beauty, this tempura restaurant uses pure taihaku sesame oil to enhance the inherent flavor of its carefully-chosen produce.
Allié
Whether it’s pufferfish, Hokkaido lamb or Gunma corn, chef Tadashi Harashima and sommelier pay the utmost respect to their suppliers through their masterful French cuisine and impeccable wine pairings at this Azabu-juban establishment.
Iseju
Once-in-a-lifetime indulgence of hand-cut A5 kuroge wagyu sukiyaki cooked on charcoal and drenched in warishita sauce, prepared with the uncompromising standards expected from Tokyo’s oldest sukiyaki restaurant in Nihonbashi.
cucina salve
Local Chichibu produce meets Italian food. With an exacting attitude towards allergen-safe, organic and natural food, chef Hiroshi Tsubouchi uses over 150 kinds of vegetables to craft a dazzling array of fusion food, all personally grown on his farm.
Seikaiha Koshunoya
With one of the best views of the Harima-nada Sea, the sunset vista from Seikaiha Koshunoya draws crowds of visitors every month. But even more come for the extensive selection of sake, wine and shochu from more than 100 breweries all over Japan.
Yotsuya Ushiko
Created by a wholesale wagyu beef company, Yotsuya Ushiko provides the most premium cuts of domestic beef at a competitive price range—making wagyu accessible for the average person’s occasional indulgence.
Taira
Domestic free-range chicken skewers are grilled upon ordering here at this Minami-Aoyama restaurant, but won’t leave guests’ clothes smelling like smoke. Chicken is accompanied by seasonal fare and sake, served with hospitality.
ROKU KYOTO TENJIN Chef’s Table
This intimate dining experience led by executive chef Akira Taniguchi features 13 counter seats surrounding an open kitchen, which acts as a stage for the chef’s culinary performance. Taste heirloom Kyoto vegetables, prepared with French techniques.
Kitashinchi Shabushabu Kiraku
Take part in the experience of cooking thinly sliced wagyu just the way you like it, paired with tasty vegetables and generously flowing beverages. Shabu shabu is a fun experience, offering fresh cuisine in an exciting space.
Kitashinchi Yakiniku Kiraku
Offering up plates of exquisitely marbled wagyu in every cut imaginable, Yakiniku Kiraku invites its guests to freely enjoy their time. The savory scent of grilling steak and excited voices of clientele speak to its popularity and flavor.
Graal
Savor French flair with Japanese finesse. Front-row counter seats offer a view of the expert chef and sommelier at work. Bon appétit!
BOTTEGA BLUE
Italy meets Japan in Ashiya, Hyogo. Embark on a sustainable culinary adventure, relishing homemade delights made with passion.
Azabu 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.
Nose ARATA
Kaiseki is about appreciating the bounty of nature, and representing its ebbs and flows. This countryside retreat is the ideal venue for such a meal, nestled among the mountains and terraced rice fields from which its organic ingredients are drawn.
Okonomiyaki Monjayaki Eetoko Yoyogi
Say “kanpai!” at this retro izakaya in Yoyogi. Enjoy classic Osaka-style okonomiyaki, Tokyo-style monjayaki, and the festival favorite yakisoba at this fun gastropub.
Yakiniku excellent Ginza
The best of Japanese beef is done differently in this upscale Ginza yakiniku restaurant, run by the former executive chef of the legendary Toraji Group. Each cut of beef is dry-aged to perfection for maximum flavor.
Yakiniku GyuuGyuu Shinsaibashi
From three types of beef served in an attache case, to a teetering Jenga tower of the finest wagyu, Yakiniku GyuGyu Shinsaibashi’s presentation is second to none. But the beef here doesn’t just look good — it’s an experience for the tastebuds too.
Shabushabu Tonton Shinsaibashi
Experience the delightful taste of Miyazaki beef and Kishu Umebuta premium pork, cooked in the shabu-shabu hotpot style. Enjoy a lively and delicious izakaya dining experience in Shinsaibashi.
Ahora Aqui
Tucked beneath the eaves of Takaoka City’s historic Sano Family House, the head chef of Ahora Aqui leverages a wealth of experience accrued from overseas to breathe new life into Hokuriku delicacies.
Imakoko
The bounties of Ishikawa Prefecture’s Noto Peninsula are masterfully prepared at this Shibuya establishment, founded and run by a world-class chef who once served at the Embassy of Japan in Bolivia.
Ginza Hassen
Grown, harvested and processed for almost 250 years on the Aomori coast, the sake served at Ginza Hassen is second to none. Contemporary kaiseki cuisine from master chef Shuichi Sugimoto serves as the perfect accompaniment to such a storied icon.
Bel Sogno
Born in Miyazaki and trained in Italy, Chef Yuji Nakamoto writes a love letter to both through his fusion cuisine. Inventive dishes like matcha tiramisu and eel risotto not only showcase his skill, but the quality of the Miyazaki-sourced ingredients.
Akasaka Kenmochi
With seasonal produce sourced from all over Japan and served on traditional ko-imari porcelain, chef Makoto Kenmochi creates course menus that aim to tantalize all of his diners’ five senses.
Ushi ni Kanabou Azabu-juban
Taking its name from a Japanese saying to make something even better, this Azabu-juban restaurant does exactly that with a French-inspired approach to the simple act of grilling meat.
Uma-Cha Sangenjaya
One of southern Kyushu’s best-kept culinary secrets, horse meat, or ba-niku, isn’t just supremely nutritious—it’s also an extremely versatile meat bursting with flavor. There’s no better way to experience it than at this Sangenjaya specialist.
Chicken Kappo Hajime
History and interior design aficionados will be swept up in the Taisho Roman era-inspired interior of Chicken Kappo Hajime, but the sheer juiciness and flavor of its mizutaki and yakitori are the real stars of the show.
Ganko Sanjo Honten
While its convenient riverside location, affordable prices and impeccable cuisine draw hundreds of customers a day, many also come to marvel at the traditional Japanese interiors of this Sanjo establishment.
Hokkaisushi and Tempura Sushiyama Shinjuku
Gourmands who might not be able to make a Hokkaido trip will satisfy their north-country cravings at this Shinjuku restaurant, which receives its seafood fresh from Hakodate’s famed Asaichi Morning Market every day.