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Restaurants in Japan

Ramen, sushi, izakaya, street food, and more — your guide to eating in Japan

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Japan is a culinary paradise — home to more Michelin-starred restaurants than any other country, and equally famous for its ¥500 ramen shops and bustling street food stalls. From the sushi counters of Tsukiji to Osaka's takoyaki alleys, every prefecture has signature dishes waiting to be discovered. Our curated guide covers restaurants across all price ranges and cuisine types, with details on English menus, vegetarian options, and local specialties. Use our filters to find exactly what you're craving — whether it's a late-night izakaya, a refined kaiseki experience, or the best tonkatsu in town.

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Ryugin Tokyo - Kaiseki
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Ryugin Tokyo

Kaiseki

Two-Michelin-starred modern kaiseki by Seiji Yamamoto, reinterpreting Japanese cuisine with science.

KantoLuxury
Gion Sasaki - Kaiseki
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Gion Sasaki

Kaiseki

Innovative kaiseki by chef Sasaki in Gion, blending tradition with theatrical presentation.

KansaiLuxury
Ishikawa Kagurazaka - Kaiseki
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Ishikawa Kagurazaka

Kaiseki

Three-Michelin-starred kaiseki in a quiet Kagurazaka side street, celebrating seasonal ingredients.

KantoUpscale
Kikunoi Kyoto - Kaiseki
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Kikunoi Kyoto

Kaiseki

Three-Michelin-starred kaiseki in Higashiyama, led by third-generation chef Yoshihiro Murata.

KansaiLuxury
Hyotei Kyoto - Kaiseki
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Hyotei Kyoto

Kaiseki

Over 400 years of culinary tradition near Nanzen-ji Temple, famed for its morning porridge set.

KansaiLuxury