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Update-date: Mar 10 2025

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8 Recommended Restaurants in Toyama, a Town to Visit in 2025

The New York Times featured Toyama as a travel destination to visit in 2025. With excellent access from Tokyo, Toyama is a treasure trove of food, including fresh seafood from Toyama Bay. If one is visiting Toyama, they would certainly want to enjoy the gourmet offerings. Here are eight uniquely charming restaurants, including those in Toyama City.

See full listings of Sake, Cafe, Kaiseki, and Sushi restaurants found in and around Toyama.

Shiroku Hachi Cha Private Room Annex

Located just a 5-minute walk from Toyama Station, Shiroku Hachiya Private Annex is a sushi kaiseki restaurant where one can enjoy sushi and course meals made with fresh seafood that changes with the seasons. The head chef personally visits the fish market to carefully select the ingredients. The 'nigiri sushi' is served with less rice so that guests can also enjoy other dishes. A recommended item is the 'tender octopus stew,' which features fresh octopus that can also be eaten as sashimi, steamed for 3 hours before being simmered.

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Inside the restaurant, a sophisticated Japanese space unfolds. The counter seats, where patrons can observe the craftsmanship up close, offer a unique experience that is characteristic of sushi restaurants. Private rooms are also available, which can be adjusted in size to accommodate groups of 3 to 4 or up to about 10 people, allowing guests to enjoy seasonal flavors in a calm atmosphere. With a rich selection of sake, primarily featuring local sake from Toyama, it is recommended to pair the drinks with the dishes.

shirohacha koshitsu annex

Open: [Tuesday - Sunday, National Holidays, Day before National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from JR Toyama station
Address: 5-2, Shinsakura-machi, Toyama-shi, Toyama
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Cave Unoki

Cave Yunoki, located a 5-minute walk from Keirinjo-mae Station, is a restaurant that has been renovated from a 100-year-old storehouse. The ingredients, such as fish, vegetables, and rice, are sourced locally from Toyama. Guests can enjoy dishes that highlight seasonal ingredients, such as a dish featuring squid quickly grilled in a stone oven and rare-cooked winter yellowtail. They can experience a luxurious time while feeling the blessings of each season.

This is a hidden gem of a restaurant located at the end of a narrow alley. It offers a luxurious space where guests can enjoy their meals accompanied by the sounds of jazz and harpsichord. The tableware, crafted by artisans active in Toyama, is original and designed with the compatibility with the dishes in mind, providing a visual delight as well. Guests can also enjoy pairings of Toyama's sake and wine with each dish. Both lunch and dinner are by reservation only, so early booking is recommended.

Cave Yunoki

Open: [Wednesday - Sunday] Lunch 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm (L.O. 1:00 pm) Dinner 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 16,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,800 JPY
Access: 5 minutes walk from Keirinjomae Station
Address: No.2, Morike Dozogun, 102, Higashi Iwasemachi, Toyama-shi, Toyama

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Kitamae Soba Takadaya - Suehiro Branch

At Kitamae Soba Takadaya, Suehiro Branch in Takaoka City, visitors can enjoy dishes made with carefully selected seasonal ingredients and fragrant soba. Fresh fish delivered directly from Toyama Bay, along with seasonal ingredients sourced from all over Japan, are featured. The soba is freshly made in-house every day, served freshly kneaded and boiled. During lunch hours, sets with sushi and rice bowls are available, and in the evening, delicious soba can be enjoyed at any time as a perfect finish to a meal.

Five Recommended Restaurants in Toyama, a Town to Visit in 2025

The restaurant features a calm atmosphere with jazz music playing in the background. The soft and warm lighting creates a comfortable ambiance. In addition to spacious counter and table seats, there are also cozy sunken seating areas where guests can relax. Private rooms are available for those who wish to enjoy their time without worrying about their surroundings, making it convenient for group use. With a wide variety of sake available, why not try pairing it with the dishes?

Kitamae Soba Takadaya (Suehiro)

Open: [Tuesday - Saturday, National Holidays, Day before National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) / Dinner: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm) [Sunday] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) / Dinner: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY / [Lunch] 750 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from Takaoka Station. Located on the first floor of the Wing Wing Takaoka Building to the left of the Takaoka Station Main Entrance.
Address: 1F Wing Wing Takaoka, 1-8 Suehiro-cho, Takaoka, Toyama
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Kakuemon

The ryotei restaurant Kakueimon in Tonami City primarily offers course meals, featuring 'kaiseki cuisine' and 'nabe dishes.' It boasts a wide selection of fresh seafood caught in Toyama, allowing guests to enjoy seasonal delicacies such as firefly squid and white shrimp in spring, rock oysters in summer, red snow crab in autumn, and Himi winter yellowtail in winter. The visually stunning 'omakase course' of kaiseki cuisine provides a refined taste unique to a long-established ryotei.

The restaurant is a charming traditional house that exudes a sense of history. All four private rooms are designed in a purely Japanese style, featuring beautiful keyaki wood in the tokonoma. The impressive Japanese room showcases the vibrant ultramarine walls that Hokuriku is proud of. Inside the restaurant, traditional Japanese music such as shamisen plays, and scrolls and antiques passed down since its establishment are displayed, creating an atmosphere full of character. It is also recommended for those who want to experience the ambiance of a traditional Japanese house.

Ryoutei Kakuemon

Open: 17:00-22:00 (last order 21:30)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY
Access: 5 minute walk from the front entrance of Tonami station. Turn right, then at the 7-eleven, turn left. Turn right at the corner after the Chuo-cho intersection. It will be on your right.
Address: 7-7 Chuo-machi, Tonami, Toyama
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Charcoal & Dining Sharaku Himi

Charcoal & Dining Sharaku Himi, located in Himi City, is a restaurant where one can enjoy yakitori and creative Japanese cuisine. It offers a wide variety of dishes that pair well with alcohol. The carefully skewered and slowly grilled 'Awaodori (salt)' made from the specially selected local chicken, Awaodori, is exceptional. The fluffy 'Chicken Soboro Kamameshi' and the popular 'Himi Udon' with its homemade dipping sauce are also favorites.

The restaurant has a calm atmosphere with a black color scheme and a sense of cleanliness. For those who want to enjoy drinks slowly, the counter seats are ideal, while the box-type table seats are convenient for a lively experience. There are also tatami seating options where guests can stretch out and relax, and a private room that can accommodate up to 8 people, which is popular among families with children. Guests can enjoy their food and drinks while listening to pleasant music such as jazz and fusion.

Charcoal & Dining Sharaku Himi-ten

Open: [Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday, National Holidays] 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm) [Saturday] 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
Access: Near the summit of the Ebisaka Pass on Japan National Route 160
Address: 4-5 Odake, Himi, Toyama
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SAYS FARM

Located in Himi City, SAYS FARM is a restaurant situated on a hill adjacent to a winery. While it is based on Italian cuisine, its charm lies in its free style that is not bound by genre or ingredients. The fish is sourced from the nearby fishing port, herbs and vegetables are naturally grown on the premises, and the eggs are freshly laid by the chickens raised on-site. There is no fixed menu, allowing guests to enjoy dishes that make use of seasonal ingredients available that day.

The restaurant features a fireplace and a warm, calming atmosphere, with soft sunlight streaming in. It feels as if one has visited a vacation home. From the outdoor tables, guests can enjoy views of the rich natural scenery, available only during lunch and tea time. Additionally, they can purchase wines from the adjacent winery and homemade jams.

SAYS FARM

Open: Gallery Shop 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Lunch 11:00 am - 2:30 pm (reservation required) Tea Time 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm (L.O. 4:30 pm) Dinner 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm (reservation required by 3 days in advance)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,000 JPY
Access: 20 minutes by car from JR Himi Station on JR Himi Line / 70 minutes from JR Toyama Station on JR Lines
Address: 238, Kitayama, Aza, Yokawa, Himi-shi, Toyama
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Ikkyu 19HITOYASUMI Takaoka Todo Store

Ikkyu 19HITOYASUMI Takaoka Tode is a locally-focused restaurant that has been serving sushi and Japanese cuisine for 45 years and has had a café for 15 years. It offers authentic nigiri sushi, Japanese dishes, and desserts made with plenty of local ingredients. The 'Seasonal Delicacies Kaiseki Course' allows guests to enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine that highlights seasonal ingredients. It is a luxurious course featuring nigiri sushi crafted by skilled artisans and a variety of colorful side dishes.

The restaurant features a wall made entirely of glass, with high ceilings that create an open and spacious atmosphere. A sophisticated and stylish space unfolds within. In addition to the comfortable table seating, there are private rooms suitable for small groups and tatami seating in a Japanese-style room that can accommodate larger parties. It is available for lunch, café, and dinner, making it a convenient stop during sightseeing.

IKKYU 19HITOYASUMI Takaoka Toide branch

Open: [Tuesday - Sunday, National Holidays, Day before National Holidays] Lunch 11:00 am - 2:30 pm / Tea Time 10:00 am - 8:30 pm / Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY / [Lunch] 1,200 JPY
Access: 15 minutes walk from [Toide Station] on JR Johana Line. Along National Route 156, across from the AOKI Takaoka Toide branch
Address: 2415 Toide Iseryo, Takaoka city, Toyama

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19HITOYASUMI Nanto Amiyu Store

19HITOYASUMI Nanto Amiyu store, located in Nanto City, is a popular cafe known for its handmade sweets made from local ingredients such as flour, eggs, and milk from Toyama Prefecture. The 'Homemade Bagel Pot Chowder and Waffle Dessert Lunch Set' is the signature dish, featuring a hollowed-out homemade bagel filled with soup. Customers can choose from four types of soup. The dessert also includes chewy waffles, making it a satisfying plate.

The restaurant features a chic and modern atmosphere, with counter seats, plush sofa table seats, and tatami seating that can accommodate groups of six or more. A children's menu is also available, making it convenient for families. It caters to various occasions, from café use to light meals and dining, allowing anyone to relax and enjoy their time.

19HITOYASUMI Nanto A-MIEUX branch

Open: 10:00 am - 6:30 pm (L.O. 5:30 pm) *Dinner reservations are available upon request.
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,200 JPY
Access: 10-15 minutes walk or 4 minutes by car from [Fukuno Station] on Johana Line / 3 minutes by car from Nanto Smart I.C. of Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway
Address: 1F, S.C. A-MIEUX, 366 Jikearayashiki, Nanto city, Toyama
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