Kadowaki

The fox statue at the entrance to this Azabujuban kaiseki restaurant represents the Shinto god of rice. Whether it’s down to the blessings of this divine mascot, or the sheer skill and dedication of the chef, they’ve been one of the most consistently decorated restaurants in the Michelin Guide to Tokyo for years now. In fact, the most recent edition bumped them up from their usual two Michelin stars to the full three, making now a better time than any to visit. One of the secrets to their success is the chef’s willingness to incorporate techniques and ingredients from foreign cuisines, creating flavor-packed innovations like truffles with rice, and shark fin tempura. You’re sure to be surprised and delighted by the inventive streak on display here, no matter how many kaiseki meals you’ve had before.