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The Best Counter Seating Restaurants Curated by My Concierge Japan
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OSAKA
1 Star

Katamachi Kawaguchi 片町 川口

A serene and comforting atmosphere—perfect for those who wish to quietly immerse themselves in Japanese cuisine at the counter.

Nestled near Osaka Castle Park, Katamachi Kawaguchi sits quietly just a 3-minute walk from Osaka-jō...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
KYOTO

Oryori Teuchi Soba Tanikoshi 御料理 手打ち蕎麦 谷越

Savor authentic Japanese cuisine finished with handmade soba, all while gazing upon the elegant charm of Kyoto.
A true hidden gem, this soba restaurant comes highly recommended by a Michelin three-star chef.

Discover Oryori Teuchi Soba Tanikoshi, a hidden gem in Kyoto personally recommended by the Head Chef...

  • Counter Seating
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
FUKUOKA・HAKATA

Hakata Miyachiku (MIyazaki Gyu Teppanyaki / Yakiniku) 博多みやちく(宮崎牛鉄板焼き/焼肉)

Teppanyaki and Yakiniku Restaurant Hakata Miyachiku — specializing in world-renowned Miyazaki beef.

Hakata Miyachiku – Teppanyaki & Yakiniku Featuring World-Renowned Miyazaki Beef. Miyazaki Beef...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
MIYAZAKI

Miyazaki Gyu Oyodokahan Miyachiku 宮崎牛 大淀河畔みやちく

Enjoy authentic Miyazaki Wagyu Beef from the very producers who supply it to the Academy Awards after-parties, right here in Miyazaki Prefecture.

Miyazaki Prefecture, the legendary birthplace of Japan’s deities, including Izanami no Mikoto and ...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
OKINAWA

Miyazaki Gyu Okinawa Naha Miyachiku 宮崎牛 沖縄 那覇みやちく

Enjoy world-renowned Miyazaki Wagyu beef in Japan’s resort paradise, Okinawa.
Teppanyaki and Yakiniku specialty restaurant – Naha Miyachiku.

Right now, Miyazaki Beef is gaining worldwide attention as one of Japan’s most celebrated branded ...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
KYOTO

Sushi Yuwa 鮨 優羽

Sushi that unites tradition and craftsmanship with the science of seafood.
Opening up a new world of sushi here in Kyoto.

Opened in August 2024, just a 5-minute walk from Karasuma and Shijo stations in Kyoto, Sushi Yuwa is...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
KYOTO

MUBE

The former head chef of Jiki Miyazawa now presents a one-of-a-kind dining experience, expressing the blessings of nature through cuisine and atmosphere—nourishing both body and spirit.

For over 20 years, Chef Takatomo Izumi has dedicated himself to the culinary path. As head chef of J...

  • Counter Seating
KOBE

baron

“A Journey into Kobe Beef".
What truly defines Kobe Beef? To understand and savor its finest expression, this is the restaurant you cannot miss.

When it comes to Japan’s most famous Wagyu, nothing surpasses Kobe Beef. Once reserved for teppany...

  • Gluten-Free
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
OSAKA
M Selected

Tempura Fukana 天ぷら ふか名

A new tempura restaurant in Osaka, where carefully selected ingredients, premium oil, and masterful technique create flavors of remarkable depth.

Opened in August 2024 near JR Osaka Station and Subway Nishi-Umeda Station, Tempura Fukana showcases...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • M Selected
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
KYOTO

Sushi Oga Higashiyama 鮨おおが 東山

The renowned Osaka sushi restaurant Sushi Oga, where reservations are fully booked a year from now, has opened a new location in Kyoto.

Sushi Oga is well known among sushi enthusiasts, with its original location in Sakai—a district so...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
TOKYO
M Selected

Tempura Arata Mikawa 天ぷら あらたみかわ

The restaurant of a standout young tempura chef who trained at one of Japan’s finest and most celebrated tempura establishments,

Tempura Mikawa Arata is the creation of Chef Hisao Ogawa, a devoted apprentice of the legendary Mika...

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

Tsunahachi Tsunohazuan つな八 つのはず庵

Founded in 1924.
This renowned tempura restaurant has long been loved by families.

Founded in 1924, Tsunahachi has stood in Tokyo’s Shinjuku district for over 100 years, earning the...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
TOKYO

Ginza Kyubey Ginza Honten / Annex 銀座久兵衛 銀座本店/新館

Founded in 1935, a renowned sushi restaurant in Ginza representing the very best of Japan.

Founded in 1935 in the heart of Ginza, Ginza Kyubey is one of Tokyo’s most iconic and prestigious ...

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

Teppanyaki Shichi Jyu Ni Kou 鉄板焼 しち十二候

Enjoy rare Kuroge Wagyu from Izumo, Shimane — known as the “Island Where the Gods Reside” — grilled to perfection as teppanyaki or steak.

Located within the Tokyo Station Hotel with direct access from the station, Shichi-Jūni Kō draws i...

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

Kanetanaka An 金田中 庵

A rare opportunity to savor the exquisite flavors of Shinbashi Kanetanaka, one of Japan’s three greatest ryoteis, in an intimate counter-style dining experience.

The flagship restaurant, Shinbashi Kanetanaka, is counted among Japan’s three greatest “ryoteis...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Open for Lunch
OSAKA
M Selected

Tempura Urakami 天ぷら うらかみ

A tempura restaurant in Osaka beloved by tempura enthusiasts, known for its commitment to light, crisp batter and its ability to let the full aroma and flavor of each ingredient shine through.

After honing his skills at the prestigious Osaka tempura restaurant Ippoh, Chef Urakami went on to s...

  • M Selected
  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Babies and Small Children
TOKYO
M Selected

Sushi Hakozakicho Sumito 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.

Chef Mizukami of Sushi Mizukami spoke highly of this restaurant, saying, “I truly respect this pla...

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

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.

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

  • M Selected
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
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.

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

  • M Selected
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
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.

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

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

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

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

obiobi

A hidden gem in Kobe dedicated to perfecting the way Kobe beef is enjoyed.

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

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
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.

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

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

Sushi Arai すし あら井

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

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

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
KYOTO
M Selected

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.

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

  • M Selected
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
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)

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
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.

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

  • 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.

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

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Babies and Small Children
OSAKA
3 toques1 Star

capi カピ

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

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

  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
TOKYO
3 toques

l’algorithme アルゴリズム

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

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
TOKYO

Unotoki 鰻の刻

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

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

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
TOKYO

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.

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

  • M Selected
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • 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, one of Japan’s most celebrated culinary arts, has long been defined by legendary establis...

  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
TOKYO
3 toques1 Star

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.

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)
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.

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

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
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.

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

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
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.

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

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • 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.

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

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
TOKYO
4 toques2 Stars

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.

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
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.

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

  • Counter Seating
  • Babies and Small Children
KYOTO

Kyoshikian 京四季庵

A hidden gem in Kyoto where exquisite Wagyu teppanyaki and seasonal delicacies are crafted with artistry, offering an unforgettable dining experience of refined luxury at exceptional value.

Nestled along the storied Kamo River in Kyoto’s enchanting Pontocho district, Kyoshikian invites g...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Babies and Small Children
OSAKA
M Selected

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

  • M Selected
  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
TOKYO
M Selected

Sudachi

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

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

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

Houshoan – Wagyu Sukiyaki 和牛すき焼き「烹祥庵」

An unforgettable indulgence — sukiyaki of such exquisite quality, it’s almost unbelievable at this price.

Nestled along the tranquil Kamo River in Kyoto’s atmospheric Pontocho district, Houshoan is renown...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Babies and Small Children
  • Kyoto Kawadoko (May to Sept)
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".

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

  • Counter Seating
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.

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

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
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.

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

  • Counter Seating
TOKYO

Shojin Sougo shojin 宗胡

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

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
OSAKA
Special and Limited Release

SUGALABO V

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

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

La BOMBANCE

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

La BOMBANCE is an innovative Japanese restaurant which has been awarded a Michelin star for 10 conse...

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

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

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.

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
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 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
TOKYO

Ginza Fujiyama 銀座 ふじやま

After 25 illustrious years in Kyoto, Japan’s culinary master has arrived in Tokyo.
Experience the unparalleled artistry of a renowned chef who has established Kyoto’s rich culinary roots right in the heart of Tokyo.

Discover the essence of Kyoto at Ginza Fujiyama, where tradition meets innovation under the meticulo...

  • Gluten-Free
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Babies and Small Children
TOKYO

Ginza Yoshizawa (Wagyu Innovative) 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.

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

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
TOKYO

Kagurazaka Kouseki 神楽坂 光石

An urban hideaway which explores Japanese cuisine with a focus on ingredients, sake, tableware, and space: all infused with a commitment to excellence.

Kagurazaka Kouseki is a reservation-only urban hideawa which offers an exquisite dining experience. ...

  • Counter Seating
TOKYO

Shimogamo Saryo Ginza Higashinohanare 下鴨茶寮 銀座店 東のはなれ

Enjoy the flavors of a 160-year-old traditional Kyoto establishment in Ginza, Tokyo.
A truly luxurious space in which Kyoto and Tokyo come together.

Founded in 1856, Shimogamo Saryo is located near the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Shimogamo Shrine. A...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
KYOTO
Special and Limited Release

Sakana Ryori Aoyagi 魚料理 青柳

Introducing an exclusive restaurant in Kyoto where your concept of what delicious fish is will be changed forever.

It is nearly impossible to get a reservation at many restaurants in Kyoto without a referral. The pu...

  • Special and Limited Release
  • Counter Seating
  • Open for Lunch
TOKYO

Ginza Okazaki 銀座 おか﨑

A captivating experience of tasting and comparing various cuts of premium meat! A true meat lover's heaven in Ginza.

It is unlikely that you will find another meat restaurant like this, even amongst Ginza. Chef Mutsum...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
TOKYO

Kaga Ryori Akasaka Asada 加賀料理 赤坂浅田

Traditional Kaga cuisine which preserves the traditions born in Tokyo and Kanazawa and from which you can feel the splendor of Japan's vibrant history.

Established in 1659, Kaga Cuisine Akasaka Asada has a history spanning over 350 years and its culina...

  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
TOKYO

Ginza Ryotei Yonemura 銀座料亭 米村

Experience Tokyo's historical culinary culture, known as "Edo Ryori," in Ginza.

Edo Ryori refers to the culinary traditions which were developed in Edo (present-day Tokyo) during t...

  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
OSAKA

Sushi Kaiko 鮨 邂逅

Sushi with a delicate balance of flavor created by red vinegar which has been used since the Edo period.

Chef Iwamoto is an accomplished sushi chef with over 30 years of experience. After training in the w...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
KYOTO
1 Star

Ogawa おが和

What is Kyoto Cuisine?
A restaurant led by a Japanese chef who embodies the essence of Kyoto cuisine.

Ogawa, originally founded in Gion and now relocated to a standalone building in Karasuma Oike, is th...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Haral / Muslim-Friendly
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
KYOTO

Tempura Endo Okazaki-Tei 天ぷら圓堂 岡ざき邸

The Long-Established Tempura Restaurant Proudly Located Next to the Heian-jingū Shrine in Kyoto.

Tempura Endo Okazaki-Tei is located to the west of the world-famous Heian-jingū Shrine, the symboli...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
TOKYO

Nihon Yakiniku Hasegawa Bettei Ginza Branch 日本焼肉はせ川 別亭 銀座店

Have you ever experienced this brand new culinary experience of the fusion between Japanese cuisine and Yakiniku?

Hasegawa Bettei Ginza Branch is an establishment which offers a new course every month, each which u...

  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
KYOTO
Special and Limited Release

Kikunoi Niku Unshuu 菊乃井 雲収

A brand new and exclusive Meat Kaiseki restaurant in Kyoto brought to you by the acclaimed 3-star Kikunoi.

3 Michelin-starred Kikunoi has been highly influential in the culinary world of Japan over the years...

  • Special and Limited Release
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
MIYAZAKI

Teppanyaki Fukami 鉄板焼き ふかみ

Enjoy not only authentic Miyazaki beef but also premium seafood and fresh vegetables from Miyazaki Prefecture at Teppanyaki Fukami.

Teppanyaki Fukami is located on the first floor of the Sheraton Grande Ocean Resort within the Phoen...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Babies and Small Children
OSAKA
3 toques1 Star

Oryori Yamada お料理山田

A rising star in the traditional Japanese cuisine scene.
Filled with passion, skill and creativity which captivates the hearts of its guests.

Chef Akihiro Yamada earned a Michelin star (Michelin Guide Kyoto-Osaka 2022) in a mere year-and-a-ha...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Gault & Millau
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Babies and Small Children
KYOTO
Special and Limited Release1 Star

Kikunoi Sushi Ao 菊乃井 鮨 青

A brand new and exclusive sushi restaurant in Kyoto brought to you by the acclaimed 3-star Kikunoi.

3 Michelin-starred Kikunoi has been continuously influential in the culinary world of Japan and has ...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Special and Limited Release
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
OSAKA
2 Stars

YUGEN 幽玄

True beauty and depth which cannot be expressed in words.
Heart-revealing Japanese cuisine made by a chef who never forgets gratitude to his mentors.

Chef Keisuke Mifune began his training at the renowned restaurant “Ajikitcho” in Osaka, ...

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

Sushi Hamada 鮨はま田

Taking over the former site of Sukiyabashi Jiro Yokohama, this distinguished establishment carries on the legacy with refined mastery, offering an authentic taste of traditional Edomae sushi

Located in the Kannai area of Yokohama, this distinguished sushi restaurant carries on a legendary l...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
TOKYO

Ningyocho Kimi 人形町 喜見

The pinnacle of Fugu Cuisine which has evolved in Tokyo.

Fugu cuisine is the pinnacle of Japanese cuisine and Osaka-Torafugu-no-Kai is the most renowned esta...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
OSAKA
3 toques1 Star

Sui Ohya 翠 大屋

Japanese Cuisine in Osaka which was awarded a prestigious star and which continues to evolve by revisiting the fundamentals.

Sui Ohya first opened for business in Shinsaibashi in 2011 and then relocated to its current locatio...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Gault & Millau
  • Haral / Muslim-Friendly
  • Gluten-Free
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
OSAKA
3 toques1 Star

Kushin Garando 空心 伽藍堂(くうしん がらんどう)

Star-rated Chinese cuisine, filled with the spirit of a chef who creates unique Chinese dishes found nowhere else.

Chef Hiroaki Osawa decided to become a chef after being inspired by his father who loved to cook,. H...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Gault & Millau
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
OSAKA

Kobe Steak Ishida LINKS UMEDA 神戸牛すてーきIshida. LINKS UMEDA店

Enjoy the finest cuts of authentic Kobe Beef in Umeda Osaka!

The new Links Umeda branch of Kobe Steak Ishida is now open in Osaka! Guests can now savor the amazi...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
OSAKA
Special and Limited Release

Shokubo Ippo 食房一帆

Authentic tempura cooked singlehandedly by the hostess of a hide-away restaurant in Osaka.

Kitashinchi is a bustling entertainment district in Osaka which is composed of a myriad of restauran...

  • Special and Limited Release
  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
OSAKA
2 Stars

Miyamoto お料理 宮本

A unique depth and feeling in each single dish. A pioneering 2-star presence in Japanese cuisine.

After many years of rigorous training at Honkogetsu, the famous establishment in Osaka considered to...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 2 Stars
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
KOBE

Kobe Teppan Steak Iwasaki 神戸鉄板ステーキいわさき

A highly-promising Kobe beef teppanyaki restaurant established by a chef who has branched out from the famous Kobe beef teppanyaki restaurant "Ishida."

Kobe beef has now become a globally renowned brand of beef, attracting an endless stream of visitors...

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

Kitaura Zenryoumaru きたうら善漁。

Words are not needed.
A place to focus solely on cuisine and its ingredients.
A world of true Zen and food.

Zenbei Yoshida, the owner of Kitakura Zenryomaru, was born in Kitaura, Miyazaki as the son of a fish...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
TOKYO
4 toques

Nihon Ryori Kurogi 日本料理 くろぎ

The culmination of Japanese cuisine in Tokyo. The true flavors of Japan at Kurogi.

Located in Hamamatsucho in Tokyo, Kurogi is a highly-renowned Japanese cuisine establishment run by ...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Gault & Millau
  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Haral / Muslim-Friendly
  • Gluten-Free
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
KYOTO

Kyoto Yakiniku Hiro 京やきにく 弘

“Located in the elegant atmosphere of an over century year old geisha-house in Kyoto, guests can e...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
YOKOHAMA

Sushi Miyashita 鮨 みやした

Established by a skilled chef who perfected his skills at a renowned star-rated establishment before becoming independent.

Sushi Miyashita newly opened in April 2024 in the Kannai area of Yokohama, Kanagawa. Its head chef C...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Babies and Small Children
OSAKA
1 Star

Nishino にしの

Gently flavorful and delicious star-rated Japanese cuisine you will crave to eat daily.

Nishino is a traditional Japanese cuisine restaurant located in the business district of Higobashi i...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
OSAKA
M Selected

Sushi ROKU 鮨ろく

A sushi establishment which proudly represents Osaka and where you can savor meticulously crafted and balanced sushi.

Sushi Roku opened in the autumn of 2006. The restaurant’s name “Roku” is the numbe...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • M Selected
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
OSAKA
M Selected

Numata Sou ぬまた 双

The brand new branch of the acclaimed 2-star Tempura Numata.

Numata Sou opened in January 2024 in Nishitenma, Osaka as a new branch of the 2 Michelin-starred Num...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • M Selected
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
NARA
1 Star

Wa Yamamura 和やまむら

The very first restaurant in the history of Nara to receive a prestigious 3-star distinction.

The very first restaurant in the history of Nara to be listed in the Michelin Guide as 3 stars and c...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • 1 Star
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
KYOTO
1 Star3 toques

Wagokoro Izumi 和ごころ泉

A distinguished 1-star Kyoto Cuisine Restaurant

Wagokoro Izumi is a distinguished Michelin starred kaiseki restaurant in Kyoto, led by Chef Masaki I...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Gault & Millau
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Open for Lunch
OSAKA

Kushiage Hirokawa 串揚げ 広川

The best Kushiage skewers cooked using premium ingredients sourced by a renowned star-rated sushi restaurant.

Chef Hirotsugu Morioka, head chef and owner of the acclaimed Michelin-starred sushi restaurant Sushi...

  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Babies and Small Children
OSAKA
3 toquesM Selected

La Kanro ラ・カンロ

An artfully innovative restaurant which offers an extraordinary culinary experience and captivates guests with its charm.

La Kanro, an innovative cuisine restaurant, relocated to its current address in September 2020 amid ...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • M Selected
  • Gault & Millau
  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
TOKYO

Ippoh Tokyo 一宝東京店

Delicious tempura with over 150 years of history.

Originally founded in 1850 in Osaka, the long-established tempura restaurant Ippoh opened its Tokyo ...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
TOKYO

Sushi Kinoshita 鮨 きのした

A hidden gem of a sushi restaurant located in Nishi-Azabu, Tokyo which offers a fusion of Japanese Cuisine and Edomae Sushi.

Sushi Kinoshita is nestled away in a quiet suite of an apartment building in Nishi-Azabu, Tokyo, and...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
KYOTO
M Selected

Kyoto Cuisine Shuhaku 京料理 修伯

Innovative and sensational 1-star Japanese cuisine created by the fusion of French and Japanese styles and flavors.

After six years of training in Japanese cuisine and another six years honing his skills in French cu...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • M Selected
  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
KYOTO
3 toques1 Star

cenci

An innovative Italian restaurant which truly values its ingredients, and was the first restaurant in Kyoto to be included in ASIA'S 50 BEST RESTAURANTS.

“Ingredients” are the most important thing in the cuisine at cenci. By adding a personal...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Gault & Millau
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
KYOTO
1 Star

Shinmonzen Yonemura 新門前 米村

An innovative 1-star restaurant showcasing a unique fusion of Kyoto, French, and Japanese cuisine.

Shinmonzen Yonemura is the remarkable rebirth of the acclaimed Restaurant Yonemura, which earned a M...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Counter Seating
  • Open for Lunch
OSAKA
M Selected

Sushi Ichiei 鮨 一永

A true hidden gem of a sushi restaurant in Namba, Osaka, whose head chef honed his skills at esteemed star-rated establishments.

Sushi Ichiei was opened in Namba in October 2023 by a head chef who trained and honed his skills at ...

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

Tempura Numata 天ぷら ぬま田

Osaka's most exceptional 2-star tempura establishment, celebrated for its refined craftsmanship.

Tempura Numata has always been well-known by most all Tempura-loving foodies. Having relocated from ...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 2 Stars
  • Counter Seating
OSAKA
M Bib

Tempura Tenboshi 天ぷら 天星

Tenboshi. Tempura Numata's sister restaurant where exceptional tempura can be enjoyed at amazingly reasonable prices.

Tenboshi was created from the wish that the experience of enjoying top-class tempura would be more e...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • M Bib
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
OSAKA
1 Star

Sushi Murakami Jiro 鮨 村上二郎

One-star distinction. Established by the top apprentice who graduated from Osaka's leading sushi restaurant

Named after himself, Chef Jiro Murakami established his own restaurant after being recognized as the...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
TOKYO

Usuki Fugu Yamadaya Nishiazabu & Marunouchi 臼杵ふぐ山田屋 西麻布店 / 丸の内店

A long-established restaurant specializing in serving fugu (pufferfish), proudly recognized by a prestigious dining guide for 9 consecutive years.

“Usuki” is the name of an area in Oita Prefecture where the sea currents are extremely strong an...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
OSAKA

Sushiyoshi 寿し芳

A revolutionary style of sushi recognized with a prestigious 2-star rating.

Sushiyoshi is famed as a revolutionary sushi establishment that continues to attain 2 Michelin stars...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Gault & Millau
  • Counter Seating
  • Open for Lunch
KYOTO
2 Stars

Roan Kikunoi 露庵 菊乃井

Prestigious 2-star distinction and sister restaurant to Kikunoi Honten

Michelin 2-Star Japanese restaurant Roan Kikunoi, the sister restaurant of Michelin 3-Star Kikunoi H...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 2 Stars
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
TOKYO

Kifu 來経

Find the joy of eating Edo-style sushi in Kagurazaka, where the history and culture of Old Tokyo is still deeply rooted.

In the historic and charming neighborhood of Kagurazaka, where the culture of old Tokyo still remain...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
KYOTO

Gion Nikuryori Oka 祇園肉料理 おか

Kyoto Niku Kappo cuisine in which aged meat takes center stage.
Enjoy a pursuit of umami which surpasses that of standard meat cuisine.

The process of aging meat in low-temperature storage for an extended period of time greatly condense...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
OSAKA
3 toques1 Star

Fushimicho Kakoiyama 伏見町 栫山

A distinguished 1-star establishment where you can experience the rich food culture of Osaka alongside exquisite Japanese cuisine dishes.

In admiration towards his father who was a top Japanese chef himself, Chef Kakoiyama began his culin...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Gault & Millau
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Open for Lunch
TOKYO

Sushiya Ginza Honten すし家 銀座本店

Expect an exceptional sushi experience through perfect skills and pleasant hospitality at Sushiya Ginza Honten.

Sushiya is a sushi restaurant that opened in October 2012 as a branch of the renowned “Sushi K...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
TOKYO
Special and Limited Release

Ushinomiya Tokyo うしのみや東京

Niku Kappo Cuisine, featuring only the highest quality Miyazaki Beef, the pride of Wagyu in Tokyo.

Ushinomiya Tokyo, known for its top-quality Miyazaki beef “Niku Kappo” cuisine, is endor...

  • Special and Limited Release
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
KYOTO
2 Stars

OTAGI おたぎ

Renowned 2-star restaurant highly sought after for reservations

After receiving his training at a number of renowned restaurants such as Wakuden and Toriimoto, the ...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • 2 Stars
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
OSAKA
M Selected

Otsuki 大月

Osaka's Washoku cuisine, where guests can feel the personality, tastes, and creativity of the chef in every dish.

Opened in July 2022, Otsuki is a traditional Japanese cuisine restaurant located just a 3-minute wal...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • M Selected
  • Counter Seating
KYOTO

Tempura Endo Yasaka 天ぷら圓堂 八坂

"Yasaka Endo". The renowned Tempura establishment which was originally founded as a teahouse over a century ago.

Located directly in front of Kenninji Temple in Gion Kyoto, with the famous Yasaka Pagoda in front, ...

  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
OSAKA

BEARS LAB

Satisfying both vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike, BEARS LAB's creative cuisine will leave everyone happy and convinced of its quality.

In Osaka’s Kitahorie area, known for its stylish urban development led by young people, there ...

  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Haral / Muslim-Friendly
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
TOKYO

Sushiya Ichiyanagi すし家 一柳

Ginza's famous sushi establishment.

Acclaimed sushi master Chef Ichiyanagi visits Toyosu Market daily to procure the highest-quality fis...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Open for Lunch
TOKYO

Kobe Steak Ishida. Ginza Honten 神戸牛すてーきIshida. 銀座本店

You can now taste the authentic and exceptional Kobe beef of Ishida in Tokyo! Kobe steak Ishida is p...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
OSAKA
1 Star

Kaishoku Shimizu 懐食 清水

Cuisine that doesn't stray from the essense of Japanese cuisine and brings out the best of its ingredients, but with an innovative and modern approach.

Kaishoku Shimizu has been continuously awarded 1 Michelin star since 2010. The name “Kaishoku&...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
OSAKA

Ippoh Honten (Osaka) 一宝 本店

"Ippoh" An acclaimed and historic tempura restaurant of Osaka

Established in 1850, Ippoh is a highly-acclaimed and historic tempura restaurant in Osaka. It is fam...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
KYOTO

Kyoto Kamogawa Nouryou-Yuka

“Kyoto Kamogawa Nouryou-Yuka”; Kyoto’s summer tradition passed down from the cultu...

  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
TOKYO

Ginza Sushi Mamoru 銀座鮨 守

A leading figure in Ginza's authentic Edomae sushi scene which received its emblem from the world famous Sushi Kanesaka.

After honing his skills at the renowned Michelin-starred sushi restaurant “Kanesaka” in ...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
OSAKA
2 Stars3 toques

Sushi Harasho 鮨 原正

Premier 2-star sushi restaurant in Osaka

Harasho is at the head of Osaka’s preeminent sushi restaurants and continues to earn two Michelin ...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • 2 Stars
  • Gault & Millau
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
TOKYO

Ajuuta あじゅう田

A sushi establishment which specializes in the concept of the marriage of sushi and wine, and one everyone wants to keep a secret for themselves.

Having started his culinary journey as an European cuisine chef, Chef Ajuuta was fascinated by the d...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
HOKKAIDO

Sushi Yatsuha 鮨 八つ葉

Skillfully crafted sushi created by the top apprentices who inherited the sushi techniques of "Sushi Watanabe".

The renowned”Sushi Watanabe” in Sapporo’s Susukino district is run by a sushi chef...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
OSAKA

Miyazaki Beef Teppanyaki Steak Miyazaki-Kan みやざき館

Enjoy top-quality award-winning beef Miyazaki beef in Osaka.

Miyachiku Co., Ltd., the company behind Miyazaki-Kan, manages every aspect of Miyazaki Wagyu product...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
KYOTO
1 Star

Jiki Miyazawa じき 宮ざわ

An Japanese cuisine establishment which continues to gain high recognition for its concept "Our ingredients is everything; we will not let one single ingredient go to waste".

Since 2014, Jiki Miyazawa has continuously held a Michelin star. Named after its founder, the restau...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
TOKYO

Ginza Niku Kappo Kinza 銀座 にく割烹 金座

Experience a blissful time in the heart of Ginza at "Niku Kappo," which aims for the ultimate dining experience

The passionate desire to create a dining experience that surpasses even Ginza’s renowned stand...

  • Counter Seating
  • Babies and Small Children
KYOTO
M Selected

TOKI(HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO) 都季

Recognized in a prestigious 2024 dining guide, TOKI is led by Chef Tetsuya Asano, who will represent Japan at the Bocuse d'Or International Culinary Competition 2027.
The culinary team at TOKI offers diners a vibrant atmosphere where they can experience French cuisine prepared with the freshest, seasonal Kyoto ingredients.
A highlight of this culinary experience is the fond or “dashi,” a flavorful soup stock made with Kyoto's pristine water.

Kyoto, the capital of Japan for nearly a thousand years, is surrounded by mountains that serve as th...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • M Selected
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
OSAKA

Japanese Cuisine Yuki 日本料理 湯木

Japanese Cuisine Yuki was founded to carry forward the spirit and artistry of my grandfather, Teiich...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
KYOTO
1 Star

Godan Miyazawa ごだん宮ざわ

Beautiful Kaiseki cuisine at a distinguished 1-star restaurant

At Godan Miyazawa, the culinary stage is led by Chef Satoshi Toyo, who once served as head chef at t...

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

Teppan Mahoroba Shinsaibashi まほろば 鉄板 心斎橋

A teppanyaki restaurant that will satisfy you in Osaka's bustling downtown.

Located just a 5-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station in Osaka’s bustling district, you’...

  • Gluten-Free
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
KANAZAWA・TOYAMA

Saryo Nicoca 茶寮 和香

Authentic traditional Japanese cuisine enjoyed in an atmospheric Edo period-built restaurant in Kanayamachi.

This traditional Japanese cuisine establishment was opened by a chef who spent years training and ho...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
TOKYO
Special and Limited Release

Sushi AKA 鮨あか

Exquisite Edomae sushi made by the dedicated industry pioneer who was the first to introduce "aburi-zushi" (flame-seared sushi) in Tsukiji.

Membership-only sushi establishment “Sushi AKA” is where famed Chef Isao Yoshikawa, a pi...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Babies and Small Children
OSAKA

Cocorone 心根(こころね)

Enjoy heartwarming Japanese cuisine in a traditional Japanese house located in the mountains of Osaka, endorsed by a top star-rated chef.

In Japan, there is something called “Nijūshi Sekki”, which divides each of the four sea...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
HOKKAIDO
M Bib

Yakiniku GINGA 焼肉GINGA

A popular yakiniku restaurant among both locals and tourists that serves fresh Hokkaido-produced horumon (innards) and wild game meat, famous for its delicious taste.

Famous restaurant “Yakiniku GINGA,” which was also selected by the Michelin Guide Hokkai...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • M Bib
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Babies and Small Children
OSAKA

Leone Yoshikawa Kentaro Leone 吉川 健太郎

Unique Innovative cuisine created under the concept of "Japan within Asia".

The ever-popular innovative restaurant “Leone Yoshikawa Kentaro”, formerly located in Osaka...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
KYOTO

Kuishinbo Yamanaka くいしんぼー山中

The final destination of all true connoisseurs of fine and authentic wagyu beef.

Kuishinbo Yamanaka is a place where all lovers of meat, celebrities and other culinary professionals...

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

Kobe Steak Restaurant MOURIYA SANNOMIYATEN 神戸牛ステーキレストラン モーリヤ 三宮店

The Mouriya Sannomiya restaurant has the same wooden and stone interior as the main branch guests ca...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
HOKKAIDO

CUCINA ITALIANA MAGARI CUCINA ITALIANA MAGARI

New sensation Italian Innovative cuisine that can only be tasted at MAGIRI which uses an abundance of rich Hokkaido ingredients.

Although Italian cuisine may seem rare in Sapporo, Hokkaido, you will find a new level of enjoyment ...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Gluten-Free
  • Counter Seating
  • Open for Lunch
KYOTO
1 Star

Tempura Kyoboshi 天ぷら 京星

Refined 1-star tempura crafted with the skills, tradition, and techniques passed down through three generations in Kyoto Gion.

Headed by the3rd generation owner, Chef Toshinori Sakakibara, Tempura Kyobashi has been open since 1...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Babies and Small Children
KYOTO
1 Star3 toques

Kiyama 木山

The newest star of Kyoto's culinary world that gourmands cannot stop talking about

Having been awarded a 1 Michelin star only a year after its establishment, Kiyama is the restaurant ...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Gault & Millau
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
HOKKAIDO

Sushi Watanabe 鮨わたなべ

Ezomae-style Sushi created by Watanabe in Sapporo.
Sushi which truly contains all the goodness and richness of Hokkaido.

Born and bred in the land of Hokkaido, Chef Tomohito Watanabe created a brand-new style of sushi he ...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
KOBE

Misono Kobe Honten 元祖 鉄板焼ステーキ みその 神戸本店

The world-renowned restaurant and original creator of teppanyaki

With the demand to eat Kobe beef growing year after year, teppanyaki remains the most popular way to...

  • Haral / Muslim-Friendly
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
KYOTO

Gion Suetomo 祇園 末友

Experience the essence and beauty of Kyoto kaiseki cuisine with all five senses.

Gion Suetomo was founded in 2009 by its owner, Hisashi Suetomo, who trained for many years at the fa...

  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Haral / Muslim-Friendly
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
KYOTO
1 Star

Enyu an Kobayashi 圓融菴 小林(Enyu an Kobayashi )

A distinguished 1-star tempura establishment which continues to chase perfection in each single bite.

Enyu an Kobayashi opened when Chef Noriyuki Kobayashi, the former head chef of the renowned Tempura ...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
KOBE

Bifteck Kawamura Sannomiya Honten ビフテキ カワムラ 三宮本店

Providing "the finest Kobe beef" is Kawamura's promise.

Bifteck Kawamura Sannomiya Honten Restaurant Only the most carefully selected Kobe beef is served at...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
HOKKAIDO

Matsukura まつ久ら

A 3-generation staple of Japanese cuisine in Hokkaido which has delighted guests since 1962.

Conveniently located at a few minute’s walk from Susukino Station in Sapporo is Matsukura, a l...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
KYOTO

Misono Kyoto 元祖 鉄板焼ステーキ みその 京都店

Misono, the world-renowned restaurant and original creator of teppanyaki in Kyoto

With the demand to eat Kobe beef growing year after year, teppanyaki remains the most popular way to...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
OSAKA
M Selected

Shinkan 心貫(Shin Kan)

The new branch of the ever popular Sushidokoro Kurosugi in Osaka.

Opened in August 2022 as the second branch of Sushidokoro Kurosugi, Shinkan was born from the overwh...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • M Selected
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
TOKYO
3 toques

Sushi Mizukami 鮨 みずかみ

Sushi perfected with the technique and tradition learned through 16 years of apprenticeship at the famed Sukiyabashi Jiro.

Tucked away in the serene backstreets of Hanzomon, far from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo’s vibra...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Gault & Millau
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
KOBE

Bifteck Kawamura Himeji ビフテキ カワムラ 姫路店

Providing "the finest Kobe beef" is Kawamura's policy

Bifteck Kawamura Himeji Restaurant Only the most carefully selected Kobe beef is served at Bifteck K...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
OSAKA

Ippoh Chayamachi (Osaka) 一宝茶屋町店

"Ippoh" An acclaimed and historic tempura restaurant of Osaka

Established in 1850, Ippoh is a highly-acclaimed and historic tempura restaurant in Osaka. It is fam...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
KOBE

Kobe Steak Ishida 神戸牛すてーき Ishida.

Encounter the taste of authentic Kobe beef at the popular Kobe beef restaurant

Sublime melt-in-your-mouth Kobe beef. Kobe beef is famous throughout the world for being premium wag...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
OSAKA

Sennari Sushi 千成寿司

Authentic Edomae sushi made in Awaji, Osaka by the former top apprentice of the acclaimed 2-star Sushiyoshi.

Seiichi Matsumoto, the head chef of Sennari Sushi, trained and polished his skills at Sushiyoshi, wh...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
KYOTO
M Bib

Salon de Muge 無碍山房

Shigure Bento Box and a relaxing time of coffee and sweets at the prestigious 3-star Kikunoi.

Salon de Muge opened in 2017 right nearby Kikunoi’s main restaurant so that guests could exper...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • M Bib
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
KYOTO

Sushi Gion Matsudaya 寿し 祇園 松田屋

1-star Japanese sushi restaurant serving innovative Edomae sushi

Sushi Gion Matsudaya is currently listed in the Michelin Guide as 1 Star and is tucked away in a qui...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
OSAKA
1 Star3 toques

Oimatsu Kitagawa 老松喜多川

Bordered by antique shops and steeped in history and culture in the town of Nishitenma, lies a Kyo-k...

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

Kichisen 京懐石 吉泉

The ultimate in seasonal tastes, comfort and hospitality

Kichisen is located near Shimogamo-jinja shrine, a UNESCO world heritage site, on the edge of Kyoto ...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
OSAKA
M Bib

Ayamuya あやむ屋

The legendary establishment in Osaka which was the very first yakitoriya in the Kansai area to be honored with a prestigious star.

Yakitori; a cuisine of 1 skewer being an entire dish of its own. Even before becoming a chef and dur...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • M Bib
  • Counter Seating
TOKYO

Ginza Fukasawa 銀座ふかさわ

Technique and hospitality mastered over 16 years of training and apprenticeship.
A sushi establishment in Ginza where the Chef is able to communicate in English.

It was after 16 long years since Chef Keisuke Fukasawa began his training to become a Sushi Chef whe...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
TOKYO
2 Stars

Akasaka Kikunoi (Tokyo) 赤坂 菊乃井(東京)

"A Kyoto of the East" nestled in the hubbub of Tokyo.
A proud 2-star establishment that represents Kyoto and Japanese cuisine in the heart of the capital.

“A small stone-paved path, lined by bamboo trees which suddenly appears in the middle of Akasa...

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

Sushi Hirokawa すし処 広川

Sushi Hirokawa is a sushi restaurant located in Kyobashi, Osaka and has been published consecutively...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • M Selected
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Babies and Small Children
OSAKA
1 Star

Tempura Hiraishi 天麩羅 ひらいし

Exquisite, crisp tempura at a distinguished star-rated restaurant in Osaka

Opened in 2007 in Kitashinchi, Osaka, “Tempura Hiraishi” has received a Michelin Star for seven ...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Counter Seating
OSAKA

Bifteck Kawamura Premium Kitashinchi ビフテキ カワムラ Premium 北新地店

Providing "the finest Kobe beef" is Kawamura's promise

Bifteck Kawamura Premium Kitashinchi Restaurant Only the most carefully selected Kobe beef is served...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
TOKYO
M Selected

Birdland Ginza バードランド銀座

The first-ever yakitori restaurant to be honored with a prestigious star, establishing yakitori as one of the top cuisines.

Yakitori has long been considered as a cuisine of the common folk and one solely to be eaten while d...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • M Selected
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Babies and Small Children
TOKYO

Bifteck Kawamura Tokyo Roppongi Restaurant ビフテキ カワムラ 六本木店

Providing "the finest Kobe beef" is Kawamura's promise.

Bifteck Kawamura Tokyo Roppongi Restaurant. Only the most carefully selected Kobe beef is served at ...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
OSAKA
1 Star

Konoha このは

A rare 1-star traditional Japanese cuisine establishment where incredible tempura takes center stage.

Chef Masami Tanaka honed his skills at traditional Japanese cooking for 16 years under the roof of t...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Open for Lunch
OSAKA

Tempura Kawaharasaki 天ぷら 川原崎

"Kamigata Tempura". A delightfully crisp and light style of tempura made without using sesame oil and a true representation of Osaka's innovation.

Headed by Chef Kawaharasaki who earned his stripes at the famed Ippoh in both Osaka and Shanghai bra...

  • Counter Seating
TOKYO

Tempura Mikawa Keyakizaka Dori てんぷらみかわ けやき坂

Established by the eldest son of the "God of Tempura" Chef Saotome of the prestigious Mikawa Zezankyo.

Tempura Mikawa Keyakizaka Dori was established by Chef Tomomi, the eldest son of famed Chef Saotome ...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
KYOTO
3 toques

Shorenin Monzeki-mae TSUKIOKA 青蓮院門跡前 月おか

A place where the true essence of Japan and its culinary culture can be experienced with all five senses.

“Is this a restaurant or a museum?” is a question many visitors have when stepping into ...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Gault & Millau
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
KOBE

Kobe steak restaurant ROYAL MOURIYA 神戸牛ステーキレストラン ロイヤルモーリヤ

Royal Mouriya is the 3rd Mouriya location. Designed to be more lavishing than the previous restauran...

  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
KYOTO
Special and Limited Release

Kyoto Kiu 京都きう

A top-secret sushi establishment only accessible through a referral and if privately booked.

Kiu is a unique, referral-only restaurant in Kyoto, meaning its phone number isn’t publicly av...

  • Special and Limited Release
  • Counter Seating
KYOTO
2 Stars3 toques

Ryo-sho 凌霄

2-star cuisine offering a truly memorable dining experience of Japanese cuisine and wine in Kyoto Gion.

Ryosho opened in January of 2022 and it took less than a year for it to receive 2 Michelin stars. Th...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 2 Stars
  • Gault & Millau
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
KYOTO
1 Star

Gion Sushi Matsumoto 祇園 鮨まつもと

World-renowned orthodox Edomae-style sushi which embodies the culture of Kyoto

Gion Sushi Matsumoto, the famed Michelin 1-Star Sushi restaurant located in the Gion district of Kyo...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
OSAKA

Sushi Kurosugi 寿し処 黒杉

Guests at Sushi Kurosugi can enjoy the finest and freshest seasonal ingredients selected from around...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
KOBE

Bifteck Kawamura Kobe Honten ビフテキ カワムラ 神戸本店

Providing "the finest Kobe beef" is Kawamura's promise.

Bifteck Kawamura Kobe Honten Restaurant Only the most carefully selected Kobe beef is served at Bift...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
TOKYO

The Innocent Carvery

Wagyu specialty restaurant in Roppongi Tokyo, featuring the best Wagyu Beef from across Japan

Located in the fashionable Roppongi district of Tokyo, The Innocent Carvery offers a unique dining e...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Babies and Small Children
TOKYO
2 Stars3 toques

Tempura Kondo てんぷら 近藤

One of the most renowned and distinguished tempura restaurants in Japan.
Recognized with a prestigious 2-star rating.

 Tempura Kondo, the distinguished Two Michelin-Starred restaurant in the heart of Tokyo, is celebra...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • 2 Stars
  • Gault & Millau
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
TOKYO

Bifteck Kawamura Tokyo Ginza ビフテキ カワムラ 銀座店

Providing "the finest Kobe beef" is Kawamura's promise

Bifteck Kawamura Tokyo Ginza Restaurant Only the most carefully selected Kobe beef is served at Bift...

  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
OSAKA
1 Star

KashiwayaOsaka Kitashinchi Store 柏屋 大阪北新地店

Osaka's Japanese cuisine restaurant that continues to earn prestigious 3-star recognition
Kashiwaya's counter-style restaurant

Awarded consecutive 3 Michelin stars, Osaka’s prestigious Kashiwaya Senriyama Honten has tradi...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 1 Star
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
OSAKA
2 Stars

Shunsaiten Tsuchiya 旬彩天 つちや

The only tempura restaurant in Osaka recognized with a prestigious 2-star rating.

Located off the beaten path and in the quiet residential area of Suita, Osaka, Shunsaiten Tsuchiya s...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Starred Restaurant
  • 2 Stars
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
KYOTO

Seiwasou 京料理 清和荘

Founded in 1957, Seiwasou is a Japanese restaurant located in Fushimi, Kyoto. Fushimi in Kyoto is a ...

  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Group Guests (10 or More)
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
OSAKA
M Selected

Koryu Keishin 弧柳 継心

Keeping the culinary legacy and tradition of Koryu alive through a brand new à la carte menu.

2-Michelin starred Koryu has relocated to the Kitahama area of Osaka and in its place now stands Kor...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • M Selected
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
OSAKA
2 Stars3 toques

Koryu 弧柳

From Kitashinchi to Kitahama.
A new chapter of Osaka's star-rated Japanese cuisine.

Multiple-time Michelin-starred Japanese Cuisine Koryu completed its relocation from Kitashinchi to K...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • 2 Stars
  • Gault & Millau
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
KYOTO

muroi むろい

Ingenious and unique Kyoto cuisine created through a foundation in traditional Japanese cuisine and vast experience of culinary training in various countries.

Chef Shigeru Muroi is a vastly-experienced and respected English-speaking chef who first earned his ...

  • Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Counter Seating
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Open for Lunch
  • Babies and Small Children
NAGOYA・GIFU

Hida Kisetsuryori Sakana 飛騨季節料理 肴

A true expression of gratitude to the blessing of mother nature.
A star-rated seasonal cuisine created with fresh ingredients procured from both mountain and river by the chef.

Created with the freshest and most in-season ingredients found in the nature of the alpine region of...

  • Recommended by a Restaurant Guide
  • Counter Seating
  • Private Room
  • Solo Diner Accepted
  • Group Guests (10 or More)