Suigian

A feast for the eyes, ears, and of course the tastebuds, Suigian is a traditional Japanese restaurant, tearoom, and performance hall, all in one venue. Hidden underground at Nihonbashi’s Fukutoku Shrine, the secret passageway opens to an open area with sophisticated decorations and a grand stage at its center, on which professional actors perform traditional noh plays. Just as exquisite as Suigian’s performances is its cuisine. Using fresh ingredients, Suigian offers six intricate kaiseki course menus that draw inspiration both from the seasons and from Japanese noh theater, each one as intricately decorated as the art forms from which it is inspired. As the seasons change, so do the menus and the ingredients used therein, ensuring each visit is as exciting as the last. While its list of cocktails and sake is extensive, most diners head to the traditional teahouse to round out the experience. For those looking for a full course of tradition and entertainment in their time at Suigian, some course menus even have a professional tea instructor come in at the end of the meal to facilitate a tea ceremony experience in both Japanese and English.