Update-date: Jul 16 2024
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On the official Instagram of Japan's popular gourmet site 'Hitosara', they introduce notable new restaurants, the latest food information, and must-visit famous restaurants. This time, they have picked out restaurants that can be booked online through Hitosara from the posts that have been frequently viewed recently.
1. Namba [Japanese Cuisine Juppo]
A hidden Japanese restaurant where guests can relax with seasonal kaiseki, a variety of hot pot dishes, and seasonal plates, offering hospitality based on the concept of 'Ichigo Ichie'.
Osaka Minami is a bustling area filled with renowned restaurants. Among them, hidden away in Nishishinsaibashi, is the long-loved [Japanese Cuisine Juppo]. The restaurant was founded in the mid-Heisei era by Shigeru Ozaki, who was awarded the Medal with Yellow Ribbon for his achievements as a Japanese cuisine chef. Since then, he has been welcoming guests from both Japan and abroad with seasonal Japanese dishes, while cherishing his motto, 'Ichigo Ichie' (Treasure every encounter).
Offering a variety of kaiseki cuisine, hot pot courses, and à la carte menus, the restaurant sources high-quality seasonal ingredients. With a wide range of menu options and budgets, it is highly attractive for its flexibility to meet various needs. The restaurant features both table seating and tatami rooms, catering to diverse private and business occasions. The friendly and enjoyable atmosphere is also pleasant, making it a rare gem where one can naturally savor the essence of Japanese cuisine.
Nihonryori Juppo
Open: [Weekday,Saturday,Holidays,Day Before Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm (last order 2:00 pm)Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (last order 9:00 pm)
Closed: Closed on the first Monday, second Sunday, third Monday, fourth Sunday, and fifth Monday.
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,500 JPY
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Closed: Closed on the first Monday, second Sunday, third Monday, fourth Sunday, and fifth Monday.
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,500 JPY
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2. Ginza[Okubo]
A hidden gem in Ginza where skilled chefs deliver 'the best moments'. A place to visit for those special occasions.
Located on the 6th floor of a building, about a 5-minute walk from Ginza Station, [Okubo] is a hidden gem for adults, offering a kaiseki-style course that includes tempura. The interior consists of counter seats and two private rooms, creating a relaxing space. The restaurant offers sukiyaki and shabu-shabu courses for private dining, along with a wide selection of exquisite Japanese sake. It is a place to visit for important occasions such as business meetings and dinners.
The owner is a seasoned chef who has been active both domestically and internationally. The chef offers guests the 'Daisha' tempura, sourced from trusted suppliers with whom he has built long-standing relationships, as well as meticulously prepared shark fin tempura. Through a dialogue with these carefully selected ingredients, he provides each guest with their 'perfect moment.'
Okubo
Open: [Monday-Friday] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) / Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 7:30 pm)
Closed: Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 45,000 JPY / [Lunch] 9,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Exit C3 on the Ginza Line. It's on the 6th floor of the KN Building, right next to the Ginza Nishi 6-chome intersection.
Address: 6F, KN Bldg., 6-4-12, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
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Closed: Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 45,000 JPY / [Lunch] 9,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Exit C3 on the Ginza Line. It's on the 6th floor of the KN Building, right next to the Ginza Nishi 6-chome intersection.
Address: 6F, KN Bldg., 6-4-12, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
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3. Kitahama [Goma Chuka Kikaiboshi]
Kikaijima Sesame × Chinese Cuisine. A Chinese restaurant in Kitahama that soothes with warm hospitality
With a calm yet bright atmosphere, [Goma Chinese Kikaiboshi] welcomes guests with a warm smile from the owner, inviting them into a new world of Chinese cuisine. The concept is a fusion of sesame from Kikaijima in Kagoshima Prefecture and Chinese cuisine. While valuing traditional techniques, new ideas are also incorporated. The restaurant features a homey space with counter seats, table seats, and semi-private rooms.
A course meal featuring ingredients from Kikaijima, including sesame, is popular. The dishes are crafted with care to highlight the aroma, taste, and appearance, showcasing the skillful cooking techniques. Additionally, the restaurant incorporates local ingredients such as island brown sugar in 'Almond Tofu' and Kikaijima's specialty broad beans in fried rice and dim sum, making the most of the island's produce.
Gomachuka Kikaiboshi
Open: [Sunday,Tuesday - Saturday,Holidays,Day Before Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (last order 2:30 pm)[Tuesday - Saturday,Holidays,Day Before Holidays] Dinner 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm (last order 9:30 pm)
Closed: Basically Mondays, announcements on other SNS, GW, Obon, year-end and New Year holidays, etc.
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,200 JPY
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Closed: Basically Mondays, announcements on other SNS, GW, Obon, year-end and New Year holidays, etc.
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,200 JPY
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4. Amagasaka[Ichigo Ichie]
The spirit of 'Kuikiri' in French cuisine. A hidden gem where one can fully enjoy the flavors of high-quality ingredients.
A hidden gem restaurant that captivates food enthusiasts not only from the local area but also from the Tokai region. This description perfectly fits [Kappo French Ichigo Ichie]. The restaurant features semi-private rooms that can seat up to six people, as well as counter seating, making it an ideal spot for women's group gatherings or special occasions. With plenty of two-person tables available, it is also recommended for couples.
The dishes created by owner-chef Katayama, who pursues the essence of 'Kappo'—making full use of ingredients without waste—are conceived without being confined to the boundaries of French or Japanese cuisine. They are tailored to the ingredients of the day and the guests. Especially regarding seafood, he avoids using excessive seasonings as much as possible, and his skill and sense in bringing out the minerals inherent in the ingredients are exceptional.
5. Omotesando[CBC]
A cafe offering authentic drip coffee and a restaurant where one can enjoy carefully selected Japanese Black Wagyu beef
Located about a 3-minute walk from Omotesando Station, tucked away in an alley off Kotto-dori, is [CBC]. At first glance, it appears to be a coffee shop, but if you open the secret door somewhere inside, you'll find a small hidden restaurant. With the concept of 'Specialty Coffee × Wagyu,' it offers authentic coffee with a rich aroma and juicy Wagyu beef as its main attractions.
Meat enthusiasts will be captivated by the expert selection of KINTAN, offering carefully chosen Japanese Black Wagyu and bistro cuisine. Diners can savor a variety of dishes that focus on the rich flavors of meat, including steaks that deliver the umami of the meat directly. The overwhelmingly popular specialty, the 'Japanese Black Wagyu Steak,' is a must-try.
Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.
