Restaurants(9839)
Hamacho Kaneko
A veteran of the Michelin restaurant Ishiusubiki Teuchi Kyorakutei, Chef Kaneko Yasushi wears his own Michelin awards with quiet pride. Soba, tempura, appetizers and sake are aplenty at his Hamacho restaurant.
Teuchisoba Narutomi
A legend in the Ginza food scene, Teuchisoba Narutomi sets itself apart from other soba shops with their hand-crafted noodles, made with 100 percent buckwheat flour. Accompaniments of seasonal tempura are a winning combination.
Tonkatsu Enraku
For a hearty meal, look no further than Tonkatsu Enraku, which has been satisfying Tokyo tonkatsu enthusiasts with over 70 years of excellence.
L'AS
A recipient of the Michelin Bib Gourmand, this Minami-Aoyama restaurant has made a name for itself with its simple dishes that belie the complexity of flavors within.
Matsunozushi
The Michelin-recognized craftsmanship behind Matsunozushi’s classic Edomae-style sushi, paired with a homely atmosphere, makes this tiny Shiinamachi restaurant a must-visit for avid sushi fans.
Negima
Negima-nabe finds its long culinary history well suited to the short menu at a restaurant of the same name. This rare dish is proudly preserved in the kitchen of Negima’s solo female chef, alongside homemade pickles and fine sake.
Roku
Cakes and parfaits presented by a top-class patissier meet elegant French dining in this treat for the senses. A world tour of tastes inspired by the founding principles of French cooking, right in the heart of Tokyo.
Seki Hanare
Antique decor and dishware coupled with fresh, vibrant omakase courses have made this Michelin Bib Gourmand kaiseki restaurant a hidden gem in Tokyo’s Setagaya district.
Cristiano’s
Owner-chef Sato Koji honors the extensive history between Portugal and Japan with lovingly crafted Portuguese dishes at this lively Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant near Yoyogi Park.
Tonkatsu Sugita
Following his father’s strict quality standards, Chef Sato Mitsuo trims every serving of pork until only the best morsels remain. Each item on the Asakusa restaurant’s simple menu has remained consistently excellent over its storied history.
Sushi Toyotaka
This Shinsaibashi restaurant whisks patrons from Osaka’s busy streets to a serene and stylish atmosphere. High-quality seasonal ingredients and premium sake ensure that omakase sushi courses leave a long-lasting impression.
Osteria La Cicerchia
Chef Kumiko Muraji's charming Italian eatery in Osaka brings the soul of Marche's home cooking to a cozy neighborhood setting that earns it a Michelin Bib Gourmand award.
Macauda
There are a lot of things that are attributed to Akihiro Hamaguchi’s Michelin accolades and rise to culinary fame in Osaka — but his mastery of Sicilian and Puglian-style seafood pasta might just be it.
The New World
The sio group brings their trademark genre-defying cuisine to the basement of Shinsaibashi Parco with this modern, trendy izakaya. Drinking snacks and traditional Japanese fare are elevated to Michelin Bib Gourmand level.
Yoshokuya Fujiya
Since 1935, this family-friendly restaurant in Osaka has been serving comforting Japanese-Western cuisine known as yoshoku, consistently attracting a loyal clientele who crave a taste of home cooking.
Ishii Jr.
Three local chicken breeds from Kumamoto, Wakayama and Akita are the backbone of the ever-busy grill at Ishii Jr., the laid-back sibling of the Michelin-starred Torisho Ishii in Osaka.
Mugito Mensuke
On the corner of a quaint street near Nakatsu Station, luxurious ramen with wagyu-stuffed wontons await in an elegant, traditional dining space.
Naniwa Okina
90 years of history in a bowl of soba — the third-generation owner makes sure that the hand-kneaded soba maintains the same recipe developed since its opening in 1930.
Misono Kobe Main Store
Experience the art of teppanyaki where it originated – at Misono, the legendary Kobe restaurant that pioneered it.
Hachidori
Impressive lineup of sake from small breweries, paired with dishes featuring Shonai-grown vegetables, makes this couple-run izakaya a darling locale in Osaka.
Sobashubo Ichii
In a nondescript traditional townhouse, find the perfect pairing between buckwheat soba and Kawachi duck — as beloved by Kyoto locals.
Kyoyakiniku Hiro Yasakatei
Along the stretch of Yasaka Street, what was initially billed as wagyu yakiniku fine dining has become a far more intriguing proposition with fusions of kaiseki in Hiro’s newly renovated establishment.
Sobakiri Gaku
At the tail-end of Karahori Shopping Arcade in Osaka, you'll find a humble joint with a Bib Gourmand under its belt and a passion for nihachi soba — 80% buckwheat, 20% wheat flour.
Gion Yorozuya
Close to Kyoto’s Yasaka Shrine, the signature chewy udon with plenty of Kujo spring onions draws Michelin critics and foodies year after year.
Soba Tajima
Tucked away behind a wall and through a small rock garden, Soba Tajima offers diners an award-winning soba course experience with noodles made using a method the chef invented himself.
Sanbongi Shoten
Preservation of the old ways is a surprising theme at this Michelin Bib Gourmand eatery, which prides itself on rustic grilled game meat and organic wines.
Oryori Menami
Opened in 1939, third-generation owner Sakurako Katsuta continues her grandmother’s legacy by serving Kyoto-style obanzai and homespun meals reminiscent of her creations.
Sobakiri Arabompu
“Arabompu” means “wild, ordinary man,” which reflects the liberating spirit of this Michelin-fetured soba shop in Osaka where the talented owner-chef Hashimoto Yoshio runs the show.