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SEAT RESERVATION
TOKYO

Hinadoriyama

Be lulled into serenity by the sounds of flowing water at this Hachioji restaurant, where skewers are grilled traditional irori-style over charcoal and food is served by miniature boat.

Lunch: ¥4,000-6,000
Dinner: ¥4,000-6,000
(6)
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NARA

Sukiyaki Kappo Kitsune

Just a short walk from Kintetsu-Nara Station, this back-alley sukiyaki restaurant is reinventing Meiji-era cuisine with French-influenced starters and Nara-grown local ingredients.

Lunch: ¥7,000-18,000
Dinner: ¥7,000-18,000
(5)
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TOKYO

Shabu Shima

All-you-can-eat and drink plans let diners satisfy their cravings for kurobuta black pork here at this Sangenjaya hotpot restaurant.

Dinner: ¥5,000-6,000
(5)
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TOKYO

Shinjuku Gyoenmae Sushi Lab

Sushi Lab’s latest venue in Shinjuku taps into the unique Tsumoto technique, where the fish's blood is drained using water pressure. There is also that eager-to-experiment spirit and a focus on affordability.

Dinner: ¥7,000-9,000
(5)
New Restaurant
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OSAKA

Hozenji Sushidokoro Nakatani

With more than 10 years of experience working at prestigious sushi establishments in Tokyo and Osaka, Hiroyuki Nakatani brings an accessible approach to omakase at his eponymous restaurant.

Dinner: ¥39,000-40,000
(5)
Bestseller
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KYOTO

Noguchi Tsunagu

Notorious for being nearly impossible to book, the former two-Michelin-starred Kyotenjin Noguchi has since opened a sister store in Noguchi Tsunagu, offering the same critically-acclaimed cuisine and stellar quality.

Lunch: ¥12,000-15,000
Dinner: ¥20,000-30,000
(3)
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KYOTO

Gion Fukushi

Subtraction and simplicity – the husband-wife team behind this pristine Michelin-starred restaurant delivers regionally focused kaiseki in the purest imagination in Kyoto’s storied geisha district.

Dinner: ¥29,000-30,000
(2)
Award-winning
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TOKYO

Yamagata San-Dan-Delo

Run by a Japanese chef who trained in northern Italy, Yamagata San-Dan-Delo marries the dishes and techniques of Italian cuisine with the bountiful vegetables and seafood of Yamagata prefecture.

Lunch: ¥6,000-9,000
Dinner: ¥10,000-21,000
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TOKYO

Higashiyama Muku

The brainchild of a chef with a background in mechanical engineering, the Michelin-starred Higashiyama Muku places emphasis on a multi-sensory dining experience, as well as unadorned, natural flavors using traditional Japanese culinary techniques.

Dinner: ¥20,000-21,000
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TOKYO

Shinsen Kappo Sanoya

Traditional kappo with modern gastronomic riffs — Shinsen Kappo Sanoya’s English-speaking chef adds a casual riff to his new-era kappo concept, serving traditional courses with playful flourishes.

Dinner: ¥30,000-31,000
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KYOTO

Seiwasou

The beautiful Edo period architecture of Seiwasou draws many guests to its gardens, and the traditional Kyoto-style kaiseki cuisine keeps them at the table.

Lunch: ¥7,000-43,000
Dinner: ¥18,000-43,000
(4)
Bestseller
SEAT RESERVATION
TOKYO

Robatasho

An izakaya restaurant where guests can savor the theatrical style of Japanese robatayaki barbecue, and tuck into some of the freshest seafood and produce.

Dinner: ¥5,000-6,000
(4)
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TOKYO

Sushi Oumi (The Kitano Hotel Tokyo)

Dive into the world of exquisite Edomae sushi at Sushi Oumi. Renowned Chef Oumi crafts seasonal omakase sushi delicacies with mastery, inviting you to savor traditional flavors around a warm, inviting counter.

Lunch: ¥15,000-20,000
Dinner: ¥35,000-40,000
(3)
Bestseller
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TOKYO

Ginza CAVE

Unwind with wine and home-style fusion cooking here at this Ginza hideaway. Only 10 of the restaurant’s signature wagyu chateaubriand sandwich are made every day, with in-house baked bread so soft, it can be bitten through with only one’s lips.

Dinner: ¥15,000-16,000
(3)
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TOKYO

Yakitori Ruike

One of the newer belligerents in Nishi-Shinjuku’s “izakaya battleground”, Yakitori Ruike sets itself apart from other combatants with its sophisticated atmosphere and uncompromising dedication to quality ingredients.

Dinner: ¥10,000-11,000
(3)
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TOKYO

Sushi Academy Shinjuku Nishiguchi

Eat your fill of over 65 different menu items at this all-you-can-eat Shinjuku sushi restaurant. All sushi is made to order, and children receive significant discounts — those 3 and under dine free.

Lunch: ¥2,000-5,000
Dinner: ¥2,000-5,000
(3)
Bestseller
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KYOTO

Minokichi Shijo Kawaramachi

Kaiseki in its birthplace, a meal at one of the oldest establishments to serve it — the 300-year-old Minokichi brand returns to Kyoto, now serving ultra-seasonal kaiseki in Kawaramachi to showcase the city's culinary splendor.

Lunch: ¥13,000-22,000
Dinner: ¥13,000-22,000
(3)
New Restaurant
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TOKYO

Crony

Master chef and sommelier duo Michihiro Haruta and Kazutaka Ozawa invite their guests to become “cronies” at their Motoazabu restaurant, engaging in conversations about sustainability over Michelin-starred French cuisine.

Dinner: ¥33,000-34,000
Award-winning
SEAT RESERVATION
TOKYO

Sushi Matsumoto (Shinjuku)

Sushi Matsumoto offers Michelin-starred traditional Edomae sushi and Japanese a la carte dishes in Kabukicho. Don’t miss their signature dish — two types of Hokkaido and Aomori sea urchin atop a slice of bigfin reef squid, said to melt in the mouth.

Dinner: ¥15,000-50,000
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OSAKA

Kitashinchi Sushi Shiorian Yamashiro

Kanto meets Kansai. With three consecutive Michelin Stars under its belt, famed Ginza sushi restaurant Shiorian Yamashiro brings its Edomae-style sushi to Osaka, taking with it a dedication to excellence in sushi and customer satisfaction.

Dinner: ¥25,000-70,000
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OSAKA

Kitashinchi Kushi Katsu Bon

The deceptively simple craft of kushikatsu, Osaka’s beloved deep-fried soul food, is elevated to gourmet status in this Michelin-listed restaurant, secreted away in one of the city’s busiest shopping strips.

Dinner: ¥14,000-16,000
SEAT RESERVATION
TOKYO

nol

Step into the world of culinary innovation at nol, a Michelin award-winning French eatery that redefines gastronomy with each exquisitely crafted dish.

Dinner: ¥20,000-30,000
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KYOTO

Ganko Takasegawa Nijoen

Admire the Keicho-era grounds and intricate architecture of this historic Kyoto residence, before tucking into wagyu sukiyaki or kaiseki with seasonal ingredients.

Lunch: ¥15,000-55,000
Dinner: ¥15,000-55,000
(4)
Bestseller
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TOKYO

NOURA

Asakusa visitors will find that they won’t have to break the bank for Michelin-standard French food at this bistro. Served up by two France-trained chefs, NOURA’s cuisine is unpretentious, relaxed, and most importantly, absolutely delicious.

Lunch: ¥8,000-13,000
Dinner: ¥12,000-26,000
(3)
Award-winning
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ISHIKAWA

Kanazawa Gyokusentei

Sitting at the foot of a scenic hill within Kanazawa's historic Gyokusen-en Garden, Gyokusentei embodies the soul of Japanese kaiseki and Kanazawa’s deep-rooted heritage.

Lunch: ¥12,000-21,000
Dinner: ¥16,000-28,000
(3)
Heritage Location
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OSAKA

Sushi mahoroba

A cozy sushi bar that opens until 3 am along Osaka’s neon-lit shopping arcade. Come here for a masterclass in nigiri and a thesis on how sushi can be the appropriate late-night grub.

Lunch: ¥11,000-22,000
Dinner: ¥11,000-22,000
(3)
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HIROSHIMA

Nagomitei Tanakaya

Located just a short distance from the city center, this central Hiroshima restaurant is headed by a chef with over 35 years in the restaurant business, serving up local delicacies at reasonable prices.

Dinner: ¥15,000-17,000
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TOCHIGI

The Japanese Restaurant by the Ritz-Carlton Nikko

Easily one of Nikko's most popular restaurants, this aptly-named lakefront restaurant serves up the popular trinity of sushi, teppanyaki and kaiseki alike in the Ritz-Carlton Nikko.

Lunch: ¥9,000-16,000
Dinner: ¥27,000-28,000
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Frequently Asked Questions

How to reserve restaurants in Japan?

You can make a reservation at a restaurant in Japan by direct phone call to the restaurant, or in some cases via direct reservation on their website if available. There also are some online reservation platforms but they are often in Japanese, like the restaurant’s website. To avoid the issue of language barriers and time differences, you can place your reservation through a secure platform that helps foreigners to make online reservations, such as byFood. You can use byFood to add filters and narrow down restaurants in Japan, to match the location and food type you are looking for. All you have to do is head to your desired restaurant page and enter your reservation details. If your reservation is successful, you will receive an email confirmation and have your reservation made on your behalf. In the event that the reservation was not successful, you will receive a failed reservation email notification.

Is a reservation required for restaurants in Japan?

Not all restaurants in Japan require a reservation but there are many that do, so this depends on the restaurant. Popular or high-end restaurants generally require a reservation and tend to be totally booked a few months ahead. Some more casual restaurants, bars, and cafes do not require a booking, however if you are with a big group it can be a good idea. Some restaurants like ramen restaurants and izakaya gastropubs do not allow reservations ahead of time.

What is the average cost of a meal at restaurants in Japan?

This depends on the type of restaurant but on average a meal at restaurants in Japan will cost somewhere between 800 yen and 3000 yen for one dish or set meal. More high-class restaurants can start from anywhere between 4000 and 10,000 yen per meal, with more being charged for dinner.

Best Restaurants in Japan

From fresh sushi to crispy tempura, Japan’s diverse restaurant scene excites visitors and locals alike with hundreds of thousands of high-quality Japanese restaurants. Beckoning with drool-worthy plastic replicas in their windows, both contemporary and traditional restaurants offer unique flavors and atmospheres. Enter any restaurant in Japan and immediately be welcomed with a hearty “irasshaimase!”

Many Japanese restaurants focus on one signature dish, like Japanese curry restaurants, ramen shops, or speciality restaurants selling yakitori grilled chicken skewers. Restaurants steam with DIY shabu-shabu hotpots while grill-it-yourself teppanyaki hotplate restaurants sizzle! Find tiny family-owned ramen shops hidden in the backstreets of Kyoto, and yatai street food stalls bustling in alleys of Fukuoka. And let’s not forget, Tokyo alone boasts the most Michelin-starred restaurants in the world!

Throughout the country, fine dining restaurants serving exquisite kaiseki banquets contrast cheap “shokudo” cafeterias meals for salarymen on-the-go. You can order dinner directly from a tablet or even a vending machine, or choose your own sushi pieces trundling past on the belt of a sushi train. Nibble on small plates as you drink up during an izakaya dining experience, seated on tatami flooring and cheersing “kampai!” with the locals. There are so many exciting Japan restaurant options with different foods and local cuisines to try, so don’t waste a moment of your trip looking for a restaurant! Reserve ahead of time at some of the best restaurants in Japan with byFood and secure some of the country’s best cuisine for your taste buds. Don't forget to say, “gochisosama deshita” when you leave any Japan restaurant, meaning “thank you for the meal!”