OKINAWA

Protected: 宮崎牛 沖縄 那覇みやちく

世界で注目を集める宮崎牛を日本のリゾート地沖縄で。宮崎牛の鉄板焼き/焼肉専門店「那覇みやちく」
Teppanyaki / Steak

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  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
TOKYO

Protected: 鮨 箱崎町 すみと
鮨 箱崎町 すみと

Enjoy refined sushi at your own pace—crafted with care from the most flavorful parts of each fish, without chasing trends.
Sushi

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  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
OSAKA

Protected: NELU Koraibashi
NELU 高麗橋

A French restaurant revived in a historic red-brick Western-style mansion in Osaka, with over 100 years of history and classic charm.
French cuisine

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  • Private Room
  • Babies and Small Children
KYOTO
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Kanzan
観山

This Kyoto Japanese restaurant takes pride in the simple joy of hearing guests say, “That was delicious!”
Each dish expresses the chef’s passion and highlights the richness of Japan’s seasonal ingredients.
Japanese Cuisine

Just south of Bukkoji Temple and steps from Kyoto’s Shijo-Karasuma Station, Kanzan is a Michelin-s...

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OSAKA
M Selected

Kitashinchi Kushikatsu Bon (Main Branch)
北新地 串かつ凡 (本館）

With a vision to bring kushikatsu—Osaka’s soul food with a storied and prestigious culinary reputation—to the world, the restaurant shares this local specialty on a global stage.
Kushiage

What is Kushikatsu? Many may have heard the phrase “no double-dipping”—a rule tied to one of O...

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KYOTO

Jikishinbou Saiki
直心房 さいき

A top-recommended Japanese restaurant in Kyoto where you can deepen your understanding of Japanese cuisine while conversing in English with the chef.
Japanese Cuisine

Just a short walk from Yasaka Shrine’s south gate, Jikishinbo Saiki is a celebrated culinary desti...

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  • Open for Lunch
OSAKA

Le Bistro Queue de Porc

Authentic French cuisine which feels warm, gentle and welcoming at a beloved neighborhood restaurant you'll want to return to again and again.
French cuisine

A restaurant woven into the everyday life of the neighborhood. Long before convenience stores or fas...

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  • Open for Lunch
OSAKA

Tenjinmachi Murata
天神町むら田

A counter-only Japanese restaurant led by a chef trained at renowned, star-rated establishments—offering not only exceptional technique and cuisine, but also warm communication in English and Chinese.
Japanese Cuisine

After honing his craft at the renowned Michelin 2-starred Roan Kikunoi in Kyoto and the three-star K...

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  • Open for Lunch
KOBE

obiobi

A hidden gem in Kobe dedicated to perfecting the way Kobe beef is enjoyed.
Teppanyaki / Steak, Wagyu Beef

While many dream of enjoying Kobe beef in its namesake city of Kobe, obiobi is a dining destination ...

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OSAKA

Protected: Mastsusaka Gyu Yakiniku M Namba Branch
松阪牛焼肉M 難波店

The long-beloved yakiniku restaurant renowned for continuously serving rare and highly prized Matsusaka gyu—sourced in limited quantities and cherished for its exceptional quality.
Yakiniku

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  • Vegetarian / Vegan
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OSAKA

Protected: Yakiniku M Umeda Fukushima Branch
Mの焼肉 福島本店

The long-beloved yakiniku restaurant renowned for continuously serving rare and highly prized Matsusaka gyu—sourced in limited quantities and cherished for its exceptional quality.
Yakiniku

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  • Vegetarian / Vegan
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  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
OSAKA

Sushi Arai
すし あら井

A sincere sushi haven nestled in a quiet corner of Fukushima, where craftsmanship speaks in serenity.
Sushi

It was through the gracious introduction of Chef Morioka of Sushidokoro Hirokawa that we discovered ...

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OSAKA

Hanasaki-tei
花さき亭

The only place where you can enjoy Japanese cuisine while gazing out at a serene garden, in the birthplace of Shotoku Taishi, one of Japan’s greatest symbols of culture and peace.
Japanese Cuisine

Escape the city and enjoy Japanese cuisine in the birthplace of Shotoku Taishi, a symbol of Japan’...

  • Vegetarian / Vegan
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  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
OSAKA

Sushi Koutsuki
鮨 凰月

Trained at a prestigious star-rated sushi restaurant, this young chef launched his own venture in Umeda.
His Edomae-style sushi is quickly gaining attention for its refined technique and fresh perspective.
Sushi

In 2025, whispers began to spread—just five minutes from Nakazakicho Station in Umeda, a sushi spo...

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NAGOYA・GIFU

The Caprice

A talented female chef fluent in English is making her mark in Hida-Takayama.
Drawing on international experience, she creates innovative fusion cuisine rooted in Japanese ingredients. (Vegetarian and vegan options available)
Innovative

After spending over 20 years abroad, Chef-Owner Motozawa returned to Japan and honed her skills for ...

  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Gluten-Free
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
TOKYO

Ebisu Torihiro
恵比寿とりひろ

This isn’t your typical yakitori.
Aged young chicken transforms into a skewer experience that surprises even seasoned gourmets.
Yakitori

We discovered Ebisu Torihiro through a personal introduction by the chef and hostess of the renowned...

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  • Babies and Small Children
OSAKA
1 Star3 toques

capi
カピ

A star-rated innovative cuisine restaurant, highly respected by fellow chefs.
Innovative

capi opened in January 2021 in Kitashinchi and quickly earned a Michelin star for its bold and creat...

  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
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  • Solo Diner Accepted
KYOTO
1 Star3 toques

Droit

Chef Morinaga’s cuisine and handpicked wines from Japan and beyond.
An exquisite French restaurant for an elegant dining experience.
French cuisine

Owner and Chef Nobuyuki Morinaga named his restaurant “Droit,” the French word for “straightfo...

  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Gault & Millau
KYOTO
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Isoyama
いそやま

Tucked away in a hidden alley of Pontocho, Kyoto, this Japanese restaurant evokes the nostalgic charm of the 1980s, offering a timeless dining experience.
Japanese Cuisine

Among the My Concierge Select restaurants, this may be the most difficult to find. Tucked away along...

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KYOTO

Protected: Tankuma Kitamise Honten
たん熊北店 京都本店

Founded in 1928, this storied establishment has stood the test of time, beloved by the people of Kyoto for its timeless charm.
Japanese Cuisine

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  • Haral / Muslim-Friendly
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  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
TOKYO
3 toques

l’algorithme
アルゴリズム

The culinary algorithm of French cuisine created by Owner and Chef Hiroki Fukaya
French cuisine

Since its founding in 1974, Ginza L’écrin has stood as a pinnacle of French cuisine in Japan....

  • Gault & Millau
  • Counter Seating
  • Open for Lunch
KOBE

San Bettei Kobe Sannomiya Branch
燦 別邸　神戸三宮店

Kobe Beef Steak Ishida, famed for its exquisite Kobe beef, now introduces a refined sukiyaki experience.
Sukiyaki Shabushabu

A beloved name in Kobe’s teppanyaki steak scene, Kobe Beef Steak Ishida has long been a sought-aft...

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  • Babies and Small Children
TOKYO
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Waki Shun
和氣 旬

After leading Ginza Kojyu (Ginza/Paris), the Chef opened his own restaurant in Nihonbashi, Tokyo.
His global journey deepened his love for Japanese cuisine, inspiring him to showcase its essence with elegance and innovation.
Japanese Cuisine

In the serene Nihonbashi district, Waki Shun opened in 2023, just a five-minute walk from Nihombashi...

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  • Open for Lunch
TOKYO
1 Star

Tempura Maehira
てんぷら前平

How can we best celebrate Japan’s finest ingredients from land and sea?
With this passion, Chef Maehira crafts a new era of tempura, blending tradition with innovation.
Tempura

Tempura, one of Japan’s most celebrated culinary arts, has long been defined by legendary establis...

  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
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  • Solo Diner Accepted
TOKYO

Soba Kappo Daidai
蕎麦割烹 橙

Masterful techniques and flavors bestowed by the God of Soba.
Presenting dishes the chef proudly declares as the finest creations of his career.
Japanese Cuisine, Noodles (Soba / Ramen）

Soba is one of the three pillars of Japanese Cuisine, alongside Sushi and Tempura. For centuries, so...

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  • Open for Lunch
TOKYO
1 Star3 toques

Nogizaka Shin
乃木坂しん

A top traditional Japanese restaurant led by a chef and sommelier team who brought Japanese cuisine to Paris and earned a prestigious star in record time after opening in Tokyo.
Japanese Cuisine

Owner and Head Chef Shinji Ishida began his culinary career at a prestigious ryotei in Tokushima, Sh...

  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Gluten-Free
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
KYOTO

Wabiya
WABIYA 焼き鳥、鳥料理

An open kitchen with a glowing wood-fired oven sets the stage for a unique dining experience.
In a cozy, villa-like atmosphere, this hidden gem invites you to savor the refined flavors of yakitori and specialty chicken dishes.
Yakitori

A sister restaurant to Kyoto Gion’s renowned Wabiya Korekido and managed by the famous patisse...

  • Gluten-Free
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
KYOTO

Kyo Ryori Manshige Honten
京料理 萬重（本店）

Founded in 1937.
A distinguished Kyoto cuisine restaurant, cherished by the discerning patrons of a city steeped in 550 years of tradition and culture.
Japanese Cuisine

Nestled in Kyoto’s historic Nishijin district, an area with over 550 years of tradition, countless...

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  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
KYOTO

Kiyamachi Hirokawa
木屋町 廣川

The renowned unagi restaurant "Hirokawa" from Arashiyama introduces a new way to enjoy eel in Kyoto’s central Kiyamachi area.
Unagi (Eel)

In the picturesque setting of Kyoto’s Arashiyama, the renowned unagi restaurant “Hirokawa...

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  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
OSAKA

Naniwa Kappo Kigawa
浪速割烹 㐂川

Known as "The Nation’s Kitchen", Hozenji Yokocho offers a taste of traditional Osaka cuisine.
Japanese Cuisine

Established in 1965, Naniwa Kappo Kigawa has become a cornerstone of Osaka’s culinary culture in H...

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  • Open for Lunch
OSAKA
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Tempura Sakugetsu
天ぷら 朔月

A new establishment in Namba leading the way in Osaka's tempura scene, opened by a chef who went independent after training at the acclaimed 2-star restaurant Tsuchiya.
Tempura

Tempura Sakugestu opened in September 2024 in Osaka’s Shimanouchi area, just beyond the bustling D...

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  • Solo Diner Accepted
TOKYO

Sukiyaki Kappo Hiyama TOKYO
すき焼き割烹 日山 TOKYO

For over 110 years, Hiyama’s traditional sukiyaki has brought out the full flavor of Wagyu beef — a true hallmark of Hiyama’s craftsmanship.
Sukiyaki Shabushabu, Teppanyaki / Steak, Wagyu Beef

A long-established sukiyaki restaurant which has consistently earned a Michelin star for 10 consecut...

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  • Babies and Small Children
KYOTO

Kyoshikian
京四季庵

Kyoshikian is a hidden gem in Kyoto, serving expertly prepared Wagyu teppanyaki at surprisingly reasonable prices for an unforgettable dining experience.
Teppanyaki / Steak, Wagyu Beef

Tucked away along the historic Kamo River in Kyoto’s picturesque Pontocho district, Kyoshikian off...

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  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Babies and Small Children
OSAKA

Kisetsuryori Iwai
季節料理 いわ伊

Japanese cuisine that’s approachable and easy to enjoy, welcoming both locals and those new to kappo dining.
Japanese Cuisine

Located in Osaka’s Nishitenma area, Kisetsuryori Iwai has been a local gem for years, offering...

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  • Babies and Small Children
KYOTO

Houshoan – Wagyu Sukiyaki
和牛すき焼き「烹祥庵」

You’ll be left wondering, “Can Sukiyaki this good really be this affordable?”
Sukiyaki Shabushabu, Wagyu Beef

Nestled along the serene Kamo River in Kyoto’s charming Pontocho district, Houshoan is celebrated ...

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  • Babies and Small Children
  • Kyoto Kawadoko (May to Sept)
TOKYO
2 Stars4 toques

Ginza Kojyu
銀座小十

Experience the mastery of Japanese cuisine, where tradition meets profound love for Japan's culinary heritage.
A distinguished two-star Japanese dining experience awaits.
Japanese Cuisine

Chef Toru Okuda saw limitless potential in the culinary profession, unbound by academic background, ...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • 1 Star
  • 2 Stars
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
TOKYO

Unotoki
鰻の刻

An exclusive dining experience of a luxurious Eel Kaiseki course meal, reserved for only 10 fortunate guests each day.
Japanese Cuisine, Unagi (Eel)

Unotoki is a culinary masterpiece produced by the Michelin-starred “Nogizaka Shin” in To...

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  • Open for Lunch
KYOTO
1 Star

Kyoto Cuisine Kinobu
京料理 木乃婦

Kinobu brings Kyoto cuisine to life with fresh interpretations of ancient recipes and techniques from world cuisines.
Discover a unique vision of Japanese cuisine which continues to evolve, inspiring guests from Japan and around the world.
Japanese Cuisine

Kinobu, located in Shijo, Kyoto, offers a serene atmosphere beyond its entrance which feels worlds a...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • 1 Star
  • Private Room
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children

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TOKYO
M Bib

Sudachi

A counter-style kappo restaurant created with the heartfelt desire for you to enjoy a relaxed and unpretentious time with friends.
Japanese Cuisine

In Japan, the casual term for “friends” or “close friends” is Dachi, and ...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • M Bib
  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
TOKYO

La BOMBANCE

A Japanese cuisine restaurant whose name means "feast" in French.
Honoring traditional Japanese techniques, yet embracing a genre-free approach at times.
Japanese Cuisine

An innovative Japanese restaurant which has been awarded a Michelin star for 10 consecutive years si...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
KYOTO

Kodaiji Tantora
高台寺 丹虎

A hidden gem restaurant specializing in crab during the fall and winter and tempura in the spring and summer has opened in the elegant surroundings of Kyoto's renowned Kodaiji Temple.
Crab Cuisine, Tempura

Kodaiji Temple, a historical Kyoto landmark associated with Toyotomi Hideyoshi and celebrated for it...

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KYOTO

Kyoryori Toriyone
京料理とりよね

Right at the gate of Matsuo Taisha, the famed shrine of the sake god in Kyoto's scenic Arashiyama, enjoy a specialty chicken kaiseki meal crafted with the renowned "Chicken Mizutaki" prepared using pure spring water from Mt. Matsuo.
Chicken Cuisine (Nabe Hotpot / Duck）, Japanese Cuisine

Kyoto Cuisine Toriyone sits at the gates of Matsuo Taisha, one of Kyoto’s oldest shrines. Revered ...

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TOKYO

Kagurazaka Ozashiki Tempura Tenko
神楽坂 天婦羅 天孝

A charming atmosphere nestled in the back alleys of Kagurazaka, loved by celebrities both domestic and international, this renowned restaurant specializes in Edo-style tempura.
Tempura

Step away from the busy streets of Ginza, Shinjuku, and Roppongi and discover the tranquil charm of ...

  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
OSAKA

Sushi Ryo
すし 陵

At the heart of the experience is the perfectly crafted sushi rice.
Enjoy remarkable flavors at an unbeatable price, making this sushi spot in Osaka's Kyobashi a true gem for quality and value.
Sushi

A hidden gem in Kyobashi, this sushi establishment came to light through a connection made by the ch...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
TOKYO

Ginza Yoshizawa (Nikudokoro)
銀座吉澤（肉処）

A restaurant where a major supplier of meat to butchers now directly offers guests premium, high-quality cuts of beef.
Sukiyaki Shabushabu, Wagyu Beef, Yakiniku

100 years ago, the founder of Yoshizawa dedicated himself to establishing the Matsusaka beef brand. ...

  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
TOKYO

Ginza Yoshizawa (Meat Kappo Cuisine)
銀座吉澤（肉割烹）

The renowned Yoshizawa, the restaurant responsible for establishing the popularity of Matsusaka beef, passionately presents a premium meat-focused Kappo dining experience, complete with sukiyaki.
Wagyu Beef

100 years ago, the founder of Yoshizawa dedicated himself to establishing the Matsusaka beef brand. ...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
TOKYO

Shojin Sougo
shojin 宗胡

Modern shojin cuisine, designed to delight vegans and vegetarians, offeriing a fun and flavorful dining experience.
Japanese Cuisine

Nestled in the vibrant heart of Roppongi, Shojin Sougo has been enchanting guests since its opening ...

  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Haral / Muslim-Friendly
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
TOKYO
2 Stars

Kioicho Fukudaya
紀尾井町 福田家

A prestigious two-star Japanese cuisine establishment which offers a complete sensory experience of culinary artistry, décor and hospitality.
Japanese Cuisine

Founded in 1939 by its first proprietress, Ms. Machi Fukuda, who named it “Fukudaya” wit...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 2 Stars
  • Gluten-Free
  • Private Room
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
TOKYO

HIGASHI-YAMA Tokyo

A hidden gem of a Japanese restaurant, crafted by the same company which operates the famed Yakumo Saryo, offering a refined and modern interpretation of "Japanese cuisine in the present day".
Japanese Cuisine

In the quiet neighborhood of Meguro, Tokyo, away from the city’s hustle, stands a tranquil bui...

  • Counter Seating
KYOTO
M Selected

Kyoto Kamoryori Tabuchi
京都 鴨料理 田ぶち

Discover the flavors and depth of Kamo (duck) cuisine.
Whether in ramen or as the main ingredient of a luxurious course meal, we are sure you will come to love duck cuisine at this renowned Kamo cuisine speciality restaurant of Kyoto.
Chicken Cuisine (Nabe Hotpot / Duck）, Japanese Cuisine, Noodles (Soba / Ramen）

After operating in Kobe for 12 years and being featured in the Michelin Guide Hyogo 2016 Special Edi...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • M Selected
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
TOKYO

Oryori Otsuka Yosuke
御料理 おおつかようすけ

This exclusive Japanese cuisine restaurant which operated on a referral-only basis has now opened reservations for international guests.
Japanese Cuisine

Chef Yosuke Otsuka, head chef and owner of Oryori Otsuka Yosuke, hails from Kurume in Fukuoka Prefec...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Open for Lunch
OSAKA
Special and Limited Release

SUGALABO V

A new entrance into luxury and fine dining. Experience the exclusive world of LOUIS VUITTON and SUGALABO.
French cuisine, Innovative

SUGALABO V, the world’s first Louis Vuitton-attached café, bar, and restaurant, opened in 2020. C...

  • Special and Limited Release
  • Haral / Muslim-Friendly
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
TOKYO

Tempura Ono
てんぷら小野

A tempura restaurant established by a chef recognized by the Japanese government, where you can enjoy a sensory experience through all five of your senses.
Tempura

Tempura Ono, a long-established tempura restaurant in Hatchobori, Tokyo, attracts many tempura conno...

  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Gluten-Free
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
KYOTO

Kyoto Cuisine Okasho
京料理 岡庄

A long-established traditional restaurant located near Toji Temple where families and large groups can enjoy the authentic flavors of Kyoto cuisine.
Japanese Cuisine

Okasho, a long-established Kyoto restaurant with over 130 years of tradition, was founded in 1887 as...

  • Private Room
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
KANAZAWA・TOYAMA
3 toques
Ishikawa

Auberge eaufeu
オーベルジュ オーフ

A gastronomic restaurant which breathed new life into a closed elementary school, reborn as an auberge, showcasing the rich flavors of the local region.
Innovative

Nestled just 30 minutes by car from Komatsu Airport in Ishikawa lies the enchanting town of Kanagaso...

  • Gault & Millau
  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Haral / Muslim-Friendly
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
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