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"― Jomon Cuisine ―
Cooked in earthenware, served in earthenware."
At SAIME, we slowly cook oil-free, additive- and chemical-fertilizer-free vegetables sourced mainly from contracted farmers, using traditional earthenware.
Before use, the earthenware is soaked in water overnight to fully absorb moisture. As the vessel is heated by charcoal, the moisture it holds slowly transfers heat, gently steaming vegetables, fish, and meat.
While conventional cooking methods concentrate umami by evaporating moisture from ingredients, cooking with earthenware allows heat to reach the ingredients while preserving their own natural moisture. This keeps the food fresh and juicy, letting guests experience each ingredient's original texture and flavor more fully. No oil is used at all.
We avoid pre-seasoning as much as possible, drawing out the natural power of each ingredient. To help guests more deeply sense the temperature, texture, and aroma of each dish, our cuisine is meant to be eaten by hand.
Simple yet deeply flavorful — please enjoy every bite.
Our aim is to awaken a simple, pure sensibility that modern life often lets us forget, to evoke the feeling of Japan's seasons, and to gently heal and warm both body and mind — offering what we call "Jomon cuisine revived for the present day."
We also offer a vegan course centered on vegetables, and can accommodate vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten-free, halal-friendly, Jain, and five pungent spices (wu hun) dietary needs.
Pregnant guests, children, and those who don't drink alcohol are all welcome to visit with ease.
We warmly await your visit in Ushigome-Kagurazaka, a neighborhood that feels pleasantly removed from the city's bustle and carries a quiet sense of nostalgia.
Guests with dietary restrictions and/or food allergies should inform the restaurant beforehand. The restaurant might not be able to accommodate guests who make same-day requests.
The course menu content listed above is an example, and is subject to change based on seasonal availability.
The restaurant cannot always guarantee that it can provide guests with their preferred seating options after a reservation due to availability.
The pictures provided are for illustrative purposes.
MON
19
Today
Dinner
5.00 - 10.00 PM
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
TUE
20
Dinner
5.00 - 10.00 PM
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
WED
21
Dinner
5.00 - 10.00 PM
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
THU
22
Dinner
5.00 - 10.00 PM
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
FRI
23
Dinner
5.00 - 10.00 PM
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
SAT
24
Dinner
5.00 - 10.00 PM
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
SUN
25
Closed
Vegetarian
Available
Vegan
Available
Halal
Not Available
Pescetarian
Available
Gluten-free
Available
Kosher
Not Available
Vegetarian
Available
Vegan
Available
Halal
Not Available
Pescetarian
Available
Gluten-free
Available
Kosher
Not Available
Course changes seasonally, exact dishes can't be confirmed in advance. byFood can communicate any dietary needs to the restaurant when you book.
Counter seating
Face the chef directly at the teppan iron. Best for solo dinner and couples.
Seat type is assigned by the restaurant. You may request a seating preference via concierge but it is subject to availability, not guaranteed.
Tokyo
Garden Hills Ichigaya 1F, 33 Nando-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, 162-0837
Toei Oedo Line Ushigome-Kagurazaka Station Exit A1 – 5 min walk
JR Ichigaya Station – 10 min walk
Tozai Line Kagurazaka Station – 12 min walk
Namboku Line Ichigaya Station – 5 min walk
Yurakucho Line Ichigaya Station – 5 min walk
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Juhi LodhaOctober 2026 • byFood
Such a unique dining experience at Saime! 🌿✨
Saime serves cuisine inspired by the Jomon period, an ancient era of Japan, with ingredients slowly cooked and roasted in earthenware. As a vegetarian, I was genuinely surprised by how much I enjoyed the meal. Even something as simple as roasted pumpkin and bell peppers tasted incredibly flavourful.
And their miso paste… SO good! 😂 I basically ended up slathering it onto everything.
My absolute favourite part was the warabi mochi at the end, paire...read more
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Polina FortunyevaSeptember 2026 • byFood
I really enjoyed dinner at Saime Restaurant. Not only was the food amazing, but the whole atmosphere was wonderful. It’s a small venue with only eight seats, and it feels like something between a restaurant and a museum.
The earthenware plates make you experience the flavors differently, and trying the vegetables separately before the main dish opens up a whole new layer of tastes.
I really enjoy how simplicity is mixed with sophistication in this place, and I would love to recommend it not only...read more
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Patrick NowlinSeptember 2026 • byFood
Welcome to dining. That is: Welcome to Saime. Vegan, slow-food apostles, and allergy sufferers alike, your sanctuary is here!
I highly recommend Saime to any and all who are looking for a dining experience that harkens back to a simpler age. Being Jomon-era inspired, the earthenware slow-cooked vegetables can either speak for themselves, or be enjoyed with salt or miso. We tried the vegan set, which was prepared without the use of any oils, but they also have sets that include fish and meat, as...read more
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Audrey GuerraSeptember 2026 • byFood
We very much enjoyed our experience at
SAIME! The host is very kind and walks you through each course’s featured ingredient and the cooking process. Each dish is crafted with the utmost care and time!
While the dishes are simple, they pack a powerful flavor profile that harmoniously fits the miso and salt given to you as condiments.
This experience is not only allergy and vegan friendly, but it’s also a journey into the seasonal flavors of Japan. You’ll find yourself in awe of how good veggies c...read more
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