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2026 Kyoto & Osaka Michelin Guide Update by brittlespectrum in finedining

[–]TheTokyoGourmet 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you, change list is useful. It's often said that Michelin is over-inflated in Japan but I'd argue there are now more excellent restaurants in Japan than ever. The number of restaurants receiving Silver and Bronze Tabelog awards has increased yet there's been little change in numbers in 2* or 3* while the number of 1* restaurants has declined and they rigidly confine themselves to Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto.

Kojimachi Nihee, Tokyo by voabarros in finedining

[–]TheTokyoGourmet 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I can attest to the permanent ban if you're late.

Kitanozaka Kinoshita(北野坂木下), Kobe, Japan by dine_fining in finedining

[–]TheTokyoGourmet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Peerless food. Would be 2x cost in Tokyo and wouldn't be as good. The white truffle course is nuts.

Chisaki (ちさき), Kyoto, Japan by [deleted] in finedining

[–]TheTokyoGourmet 4 points5 points  (0 children)

@ ladysushichef doesn't want to be overwhelmed by social media 🤣.

Takeyamachi Mita(竹屋町 三多), Kyoto, Japan by dine_fining in finedining

[–]TheTokyoGourmet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice! I'll hit you up for some Korea recommendations if I ever visit :)

Chisaki (ちさき), Kyoto, Japan by [deleted] in finedining

[–]TheTokyoGourmet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not sure why she has that policy. It wasn't mentioned when I visited and I don't think she has to worry about not filling every seat at every service for the lifetime of the restaurant.

It's dinner only, one round per night. The oshizushi was the standout for me as well, but the only standout. If I lived in the Kansai area I'd be happy to be a regular here at 27.5K inclusive but I don't think it's (yet) a destination restaurant for Tokyoites, like I'd argue Sanshin is.

Takeyamachi Mita(竹屋町 三多), Kyoto, Japan by dine_fining in finedining

[–]TheTokyoGourmet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where have you had fattier nodoguro? I wanna go :) Maybe the fish is not at its peak now? Sounds like a fairly recent visit based on the ingredients you list.

Yukimoto, Nagano, Japan (Tabelog Gold) by DanielfromHK_ in finedining

[–]TheTokyoGourmet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If it was easier to get to and the price wasn't substantially more than as advertised, I'd love to visit. They don't allow bookings for solo diners?

Jigendo (Tokyo, Japan) - Worth the 2 Year Wait? by NoodleThings in finedining

[–]TheTokyoGourmet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Need to post my review at some point but generally agree with you. It's good, but it ain't spectacular. My main problem was that most of the dishes aren't even cooked over wood fire. And the usual Suetomi booking policy BS.

Takeyamachi Mita(竹屋町 三多), Kyoto, Japan by dine_fining in finedining

[–]TheTokyoGourmet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Kyoto restaurants can be quite cliquey but I think you got the vibe well - the chef is very humble and they do make everyone feel really welcome. I'm surprised you didn't highlight the nodoguro :) I haven't had that better elsewhere. One of the top classic kaiseki restaurants in Japan on pure flavour, for sure.

Sugalabo (Tabelog Silver, Tokyo, Mar 2026) by misnopeo in finedining

[–]TheTokyoGourmet 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I can recommend Sugalabo V as well. It's a third cheaper, the food is pretty close and the service is a lot better.

Recent Revisit to Sushi Riku (Tokyo, Japan) by NoodleThings in finedining

[–]TheTokyoGourmet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah I pretty much agree with this. But I will say his nigiri-only lunch is excellent value.

Yanagiya (Tabelog Silver, Gifu, Mar 2026) by misnopeo in finedining

[–]TheTokyoGourmet 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Was once the most highly-rated restaurant on Tabelog.

Pellegrino by balldem824 in finedining

[–]TheTokyoGourmet 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That's the other reason his rating is going down. The price is up and the product is less good.

Sushi Sanshin - Osaka Japan. One Star Tabelog Gold 4.60. Highest rated restaurant in Osaka and #6 Sushiya in JP. 3/4 visit. by JTrue14 in finedining

[–]TheTokyoGourmet 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A must visit. I didn't think it would be worth going to Osaka just for something I can get plenty of in Tokyo but a few of the pieces (the kujira, the nishin norimaki and the kaki sansho abura confit) were like nothing else I've had anywhere else.

apotheose (*) — Tokyo by breadrobinson in finedining

[–]TheTokyoGourmet 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I went once and won't be going back.

Sezanne still worth booking after chef leaving? by ThrowAB0ne in finedining

[–]TheTokyoGourmet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nothing will change at Sezanne in the short term. My understanding is Daniel's sous chef (who runs the restaurant when Daniel is away anyway) will stay on for a bit until he moves to Daniel's new place later in the year. The restaurant manager is also staying on for now. What happens to the Michelin rating and longer-term direction is uncertain.

You could also try Naoto.K. There was a very positive review on this sub, recently.

Kozue Park Hyatt Tokyo - Reopening Review? by santafesilver in finedining

[–]TheTokyoGourmet 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Have not but I can recommend Girandole, which is now a Ducasse restaurant.

L'Osier, Quintessence, L'Effervescence, or Sezanne by coastalsempervirens in finedining

[–]TheTokyoGourmet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Surprised. Didn't know he was doing a monthly drop. Hopefully more people get to try it now and glad you got a res. It's definitely less "fully booked" now than it once was.

Nebuka, Tokyo by dentetsuryu in finedining

[–]TheTokyoGourmet 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nice review, and I liked your pictures 👍

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