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Delicious, approachable cuisine loosely inspired by washoku by a chef trained in the Osaka style of counter dining called Naniwa Kappo. Exposure to some of the world’s most exquisite wines encouraged Koketsu to develop a style incorporating many elements. The chic, cheerful atmosphere and superb col ... (read more)
Born out of love for his home of Awajishima, Chef Kota Ono’s dynamic kaiseki cuisine is made using luscious ingredients from the island off Japan’s Seto Inland Sea. From striped beakfish sashimi to straw-grilled wagyu steak, he sources almost all his ingredients from growers in the region that he ha ... (read more)
While most restaurants specialize in one genre of Japanese cuisine, Temmabashi Fujikawa brings together the best of traditional dishes and top-quality tempura. Rather than trying something different, Chef Shinji Fujikawa’s approach is to cook the best possible version of each dish. Their signature t ... (read more)
With just one bite this seemingly simple cuisine delights the palate with unpredictably deep and savory flavor. Uosada is a seafood specialist starting with exquisite produce, developing flavor further with pioneering aging skills, and completing the preparation with Japanese seasonings (barring bon ... (read more)
Beautiful cuisine with elements of surprise enjoyed in a striking space with fastidious touches at every turn. You’ll want to take snapshots for your travel journal of this unforgettable evening in Osaka. In the small laneways of the Fukushima neighborhood of Osaka, Rakushin’s hospitality is ste ... (read more)
A flavor of Kyoto in the heart of Osaka. Found in the historic district of Nishitenman, Oimatsu Kitagawa brings together seasonal delicacies from across Japan in a breathtaking traditional kaiseki menu. Prepared by Chef Toru Kitagawa, who had to give up cooking for a while due to chronic wrist pain, ... (read more)
It was exciting news for Osaka gourmands when they heard that the owner of Torisho Ishii was working on a new project. Bringing together a team of promising young chefs, Yoshitomo Ishii, who runs one of Osaka’s most popular yakitori eateries, has opened a new charcoal grilling restaurant. From scorc ... (read more)
Honkogetsu embodies the Japanese aesthetic, infusing its goodness into cuisine, tableware and setting, showcasing ingredients you may have never heard of before thanks to the creative mastery of Chef Anami. Despite being just six years away from his 75th birthday, which he suggests could be the goal ... (read more)
With a promise to preserve Japanese culture, Kashiwaya offers authentic kaiseki cuisine and heavenly hospitality. Reflecting its deep appreciation for tea ceremony and traditional art, the three-star restaurant offers a true experience of Wabisabi—an ancient aesthetics that finds beauty in imperfect ... (read more)
Wrapped in a warm atmosphere, Taian serves three-star Japanese Kaiseki—but without the formality. Replacing old rules with openness, Chef Takahata marries the best of traditional and modern, creating an inviting and beautiful experience for everyone. Taian sits on a quiet street in Nagahoribash ... (read more)