Ranking
An editorial ranking of restaurants, cafés and bars: grades from A+ to F, price range, and the Tabelog score where one exists.
Places ranked: 1,522
Hokkaido · Fine Dining
An acclaimed sushi bar in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, where the chef blends top local seafood with Edomae techniques. Expect a long sequence of inventive small plates (otsumami) followed by delicate nigiri and a memorable finish of handmade soba.
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Tokyo · Pub
A sibling-run counter in Sumida where refined kappo dishes meet flawless yakitori. Known for its high-quality chicken, outstanding value, and intimate 10-seat setting, it offers a dual experience of Japanese culinary arts.
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Tokyo · Fine Dining
A renowned unagi specialist in Tokyo's Katsushika ward, Unagi Uomasa is celebrated for its made-to-order approach. Each eel is prepared only after you arrive, resulting in an exceptionally fluffy texture and crisp, charcoal-grilled skin.
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Tokyo · Fine Dining
A high-end meat kaiseki restaurant in Nishiazabu, where beef is treated with the seasonality of fine produce. Guests come for the omakase course that showcases beef in many forms, from shabu-shabu to a signature Chateaubriand katsu-sando.
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Tokyo · Fine Dining
In Tokyo's Setagaya ward, Sushi Kimura is a world-renowned counter where Chef Koji Kimura pioneers the art of long-aged sushi. It's a destination for connoisseurs seeking a unique omakase built on profound textures and flavours.
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Hyōgo · Fine Dining
A highly regarded sushi counter in Kobe's Kitanocho district, known for its theatrical, Edo-style omakase. Chef Josuke pairs obsessively timed, red-vinegar shari with highly worked otsumami in a focused, eight-seat setting.
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Tokyo · Fine Dining
In Tokyo's Nakazato district, this tiny, house-like restaurant serves one of Japan's most sought-after eel experiences. A husband-and-wife team presents a meticulous omakase course for just one party per service.
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Tokyo · Fine Dining
Experience a unique two-stage omakase at this renowned sushi bar in Nishikamata. The meal begins with a theatrical rice preparation at the counter and concludes with dessert in a separate upstairs room.
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Nara · Fine Dining
A highly regarded kaiseki restaurant in Nara's Nabeyacho district, serving a precise omakase menu focused on seasonal ingredients and charcoal-grilling techniques. It's a destination for diners seeking Kyoto-level quality at a more accessible price.
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