Hozenji Sushidokoro Nakatani

※ Reservations with Hozenji Sushidokoro Nakatani come with several caveats. The restaurant has one Omakase course only at ¥30,000 (w/o tax) for dinner and once booked, there is a 100% cancellation fee. Moreover, the staff do not speak English and there is no English menu available. Photos are not allowed to be taken in the restaurant. ——— Traditional Japanese dining can be quite intimidating for some. Most high-end sushi restaurants have omakase menus, meaning the courses are set by the chef in advance. If you want a bit more flexibility and personalization (or are just worried about being served something you don’t like) then Hozenji Sushidokoro Nakatani is the place for you. At this stylish sushiya near Osaka’s Hozen-ji Temple, the chef will consult with you to learn about your personal preferences before whipping you up a tailor-made meal to suit your tastes. You can even order (and reorder) your favorites directly. All of the delicious nigiri uses rice seasoned with red vinegar, and a touch of sugar and citrus seasoning. The resulting flavor is light, with enough acidity to unlock the flavors of the fish fully. Only seven counter seats are available here, so naturally the demand for a spot is particularly high — especially given its Michelin star reputation. Michelin Stars: 2020 - 1 Michelin Star