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: 2,446
Kyoto · Casual Dining
A tiny, family-run spot in Kyoto famed for its negi-yaki, a savory pancake slow-cooked for up to an hour. Come for the theatrical cooking and warm welcome from the owner-chef, and stay for the excellent value.
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Hiroshima · Casual Dining
A classic Hiroshima institution in the Kanayamacho area, serving fresh horumon (offal) and its signature koune (fatty beef shoulder) grilled to order on a large teppan counter right in front of you.
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Yamanashi · Bar
Suntory Hakushu Joryujo (サントリー白州蒸溜所) is Suntory's forest whisky distillery in Hakushu, Yamanashi, set at about 700 m in the Southern Alps. Visitors come for the tour, the tasting and rare pours.
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Kyoto · Café
A cozy European-style café in Kyoto serving expertly crafted buckwheat galettes and sweet crêpes. Known for its perfect textures and quality ingredients, it's a popular spot for a high-quality casual lunch or dessert.
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Kyoto · Wine Bar
A sophisticated wine bar in Kyoto's Kiyacho district, known for pouring rare champagnes like Krug by the glass. Visitors come for its expert pairings, extensive cheese selection, and signature custard-filled hot-cake.
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Hiroshima · Dessert Shop
On Innoshima island in Onomichi, this popular shop specializes in daifuku (mochi rice cakes) filled with local hassaku citrus. It's a famous stop for cyclists and drivers on the Shimanami Kaido, offering a memorable snack with a view.
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Nara · Casual Dining
A tiny, five-seat counter in Nara's Gakuendaiwacho district dedicated to freshly fried croquettes. Visitors come for the signature 'Natural Potato' croquette and the elegant lunch set, served on the owner's handmade pottery.
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Hiroshima · Casual Dining
A local favorite in Fukuyama's Kasumicho district, serving a vast and authentic Vietnamese menu of over 100 dishes. It's known for its home-style cooking, generous portions, and excellent value for money.
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Hiroshima · Fine Dining
A polished restaurant in Hiroshima's Mikawacho district, serving multi-course kaiseki and sushi focused on fresh Seto Inland Sea seafood. Ideal for special occasions and business dinners in private tatami rooms.
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Ueno, Tokyo · Dessert Shop
A beloved Ueno institution since the postwar era, Anmitsu Mihashi serves classic anmitsu and other traditional Japanese sweets. Visitors come for its well-balanced desserts in a nostalgic, friendly setting.
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Tokyo · Buffet
Experience a classic Brazilian churrascaria in Tokyo's Omotesando district. At Barbacoa Aoyama Honten, servers carve various cuts of grilled beef tableside, complemented by a vast, high-quality salad and dessert bar.
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Nara · Casual Dining
A tiny, six-seat counter in Ikaruga, Nara, dedicated to a single dish: kuppa, a rich beef-bone soup. It's a local favorite known for its deep flavor, generous portions, and excellent value, making it a popular stop for visitors to nearby Horyu-ji…
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Nara · Casual Dining
A renowned takeaway shop in Sakurai, Nara, specializing in kakinoha-zushi, a regional delicacy of pressed sushi wrapped in persimmon leaves. It's famous for its high-quality fish and a unique early-morning sign-up system for its limited daily…
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Tokyo · Casual Dining
A tiny, sought-after spot in Shinbashi run by a former sumo wrestler, serving exceptional motsunabe hot pot. Known for its large, high-quality offal and rich broth, it's a destination for authentic Fukuoka flavors.
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Nara · Fine Dining
A farm-to-table restaurant in Gose, Nara, serving French-Japanese courses with panoramic views of the Yamato basin. It's known for its creative use of local vegetables and is a popular choice for celebrations.
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