Akasaka Eigetsu

The shifting of the seasons is central to so much of Japanese life, including the gastronomic culture. The significance of this is referenced in the name of this Tokyo kaiseki restaurant: meaning “to read the moon.” This practice has been carried out by farmers for centuries to predict the changes in the seasons, upon which the menu of this restaurant is heavily based. Rated among the best kaiseki in Tokyo, the husband and wife team at Akasaka Eigetsu provide seasonal feasts built upon a solid foundation of great dashi stock, which they produce famously. Typical fare includes soup rice, crab meat served in the claw, and beef with fresh wasabi flakes and miso paste. The welcoming personalities of the couple who run this place means that you can enjoy the grandeur of courtly kaiseki cuisine with the warmth of a friend’s hospitality. They also value honest pricing, so you’re almost guaranteed to leave feeling that you got a fantastic value experience.