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For each guest that dines at this restaurant, byFood will donate 10 meals
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Traditional Japanese / Kaiseki / Kappo
Average cost
Dinner: ¥6,000 - ¥8,000

Experience authentic Japanese cuisine at Iide, Yamagata's hidden gem, featuring Imoni stew and Yamagata beef mere minutes from the station.

Restaurant Details

Located in a quietly nestled area behind Yamako Building in Yamagata, Iide is renowned for offering an authentic Japanese culinary experience. This charming establishment stands out for its emphasis on fresh seasonal ingredients and traditional cooking techniques, presenting familiar Japanese dishes in innovative and delightful ways. Diners can relish traditional delights such as the famed Imoni, a local stew of taro and beef, and their iconic whole pacific saury, served expertly as sashimi or lightly seared.


The restaurant's proximity to Yamagata Station makes it a convenient choice for both locals and travelers. A visit to Iide is incomplete without trying their specialties like the stuffed Akebi, a fruit stuffed with a mixture of meats and vegetables, offering an engaging play of textures and flavors that are both nostalgic and fresh. Their tempura, known for its crispy exterior and juicy interior, is another must-try.


Inside Iide, the atmosphere is cozy and inviting, whether you're seated at the counter watching the master chefs at work or in a private room for a more intimate dining experience. The soft ambient lighting and the warm hospitality from the staff create a relaxing environment that is perfect for both private and corporate dining. Diners are often enthralled not only by the food but by the engaging conversations with a knowledgeable and welcoming staff.


Led by talented chefs, Iide takes pride in offering an insightful journey through Japan's diverse culinary landscapes. With specialties like house-cured squid and local Yamagata beef steak, the menu is a gastronomic delight steeped in tradition yet open to contemporary twists, ensuring a memorable dining experience with every visit.

Iide Access Info

  • Iide is a 5-minute walk from Yamagata Station on the JR Line.

Iide Phone Number

023-622-0939

Iide Business Days

Sunday
Closed
Monday
04:00 PM
09:00 PM
Tuesday
04:00 PM
09:00 PM
Wednesday
04:00 PM
09:00 PM
Thursday
04:00 PM
09:00 PM
Friday
04:00 PM
09:00 PM
Saturday
04:00 PM
09:00 PM

Iide Address

3-5-20 Kasumicho, Yamagata-shi, Yamagata 990-0039

Iide Cancellation Policy

Cancel your reservation at least 1 week before the dining start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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While the Zao Onsen ski resort is the major winter attraction of Yamagata, the prefecture offers activities year-round, from hiking the mountainous surrounds and discovering tree-shrouded temples, to soothing hot spring retreats, and even a large-scale human chess tournament in the spring!

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