Restaurant Details

Warayaki, or the art of straw-grilling, is far from a new concept. Typically associated with Kochi Prefecture, the practice dates back to the 17th century, where Kochi fishermen would sear their catches of line-caught bonito. This had the effect of imbuing the fish with a smoky aroma, a distinct scent of straw and satisfying texture.

While its Gotanda location in the heart of Tokyo is far removed from Kochi Prefecture, WARAYAKI funsista proudly upholds this Shikoku tradition of straw-grilling. While the restaurant is rightfully proud of its straw-grilled bonito, its motto is “tradition meets change,” and it fulfills the latter part by extending this straw-grilling expertise to many other seasonal ingredients from all over the country.

Exquisite ingredients like sirloin steak and even salmon tartare receive the warayaki treatment to great effect, the cooking process unlocking flavors and scents heretofore unseen. This innovation extends even to the desserts; the chocolate terrine, for instance, receives an infusion of sansho pepper, leaving a fiery afterburn on the tongue amidst the rich chocolate.

With flames said to burn at over 900°C, the warayaki process is a sight to behold — and WARAYAKI funsista lets guests do just that at its first floor seats. An open kitchen concept with counter seating affords guests an unobstructed view of the leaping flames, and subsequently the chefs’ masterful manipulation of the fire. Alternatively, parties looking for a quieter experience can head to the tables on the second floor, or even opt for a private room. Please note that private rooms are available only for groups of 4 to 6 guests, and reservations for 2 guests cannot be accommodated in a private room.

WARAYAKI funsista Remarks

• 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 restaurant reserves the right to refuse reservations to guests who have excessive dietary restrictions, particularly those of fish or vegetables.

• The course menu content listed below 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.

• Private rooms are available for groups of 4–6 guests only. Reservations for 2 guests cannot be accommodated in a private room.

WARAYAKI funsista Business Days

WARAYAKI funsista Address

Takigen Building 107, 1-24-4 Nishigotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, 141-0031

WARAYAKI funsista Access Info

• WARAYAKI funsista is accessible via a 5-minute walk from JR Gotanda Station's West Exit, or a 3-minute walk from Osakihirokoji Station on the Tokyu Ikegami Line.

WARAYAKI funsista Phone Number

WARAYAKI funsista Cancellation Policy

Cancel your reservation at least 48 hours before the dining start time to receive a full refund.