Restaurant Details

Sandwiched between two local shops on the winding streets of Fukushima, Osaka, Sawada emits a warm glow at its entrance. Any indication of existence is marked only by subtle calligraphy, but make no mistake: this unassuming facade conceals a one-star Michelin restaurant renowned for its intimate kaiseki (Japanese multicourse meal).

Once a private home, the interior has been meticulously transformed into a teahouse-inspired setting, complete with walls finished in earthen plaster that embraces the sukiya-zukuri architecture.

Get seated along the cypress counter that doubles as a stage where Toshimitsu Sawada masterfully prepares his elaborate tasting menus. Seasonality is at the heart of the course: filefish liver, typically served as sashimi, grilled in autumn; clam somen and Hakodate sea urchin in summer; and sesame tofu accompanied by blanched cherry blossom leaves in spring.

The hostess is known for her knowledge of sake, so don’t forget to ask for her tasteful recommendation.

Sawada (Osaka) Access Info

• Sawada is a 6-minute walk from Shin-Fukushima Station.

Sawada (Osaka) Phone Number

Sawada (Osaka) Business Days

Sawada (Osaka) Address

4-chome-2-50 Fukushima, Fukushima Ward, Osaka, 553-0003, Japan

Sawada (Osaka) Remarks

• This is the page for the kaiseki restaurant named Sawada in Fukushima, Osaka, not to be confused with the similarly named sushi shop in Ginza, Tokyo. Please confirm this is the correct page before attempting to make a reservation.