Jusyuu

This fantastic kaiseki restaurant (pronounced “Jushu”) is located in a quiet neighborhood easily accessible from Omotesando Station. Chef Senzaki has won widespread acclaim for his take on the traditional dining style of Kyoto — featuring natural flavors in small-plate packages, beautifully put together with an eye for color and shape. The meal is, of course, omakase only. This means that the chef chooses each of the dishes featured, and serves them over the course of several hours. Excellent sushi is bound to feature year-round, while other dishes like the unagi eel simmered in dashi are only available when the ingredients are in season (summer, in the case of this freshwater delicacy). The owner-chef sources his beef from his home prefecture, Saga in Kyushu. Much of the sake is sourced there too, with some rare bottles on offer. Only 5 counter seats and two small tables are available in the restaurant, meaning long waits are sometimes necessary. Be sure to make your bookings early as possible to be in with a chance of experiencing this delectable kaiseki for yourself.