I remember when I visited Hatsunezushi 2 years ago, I made a reservation 2-3 weeks in advance. But now? Probably a year in advance? It’s like one of those places Continue reading
Category Archives: Tabelog Top 50
Yanagiya (柳家), Gifu
Yanagiya, located in the mountains of Mizunami, has been the #1 restaurant for years on Tabelog (its ranking still shifts around among the top 3 restaurants in Japan together with Matsukawa and Quintessence ). Yanagiya used to be an introduction-only restaurant, but now it’s opened for reservation.
Sushi Saito (鮨さいとう), Tokyo
It’s not easy to secure a seat at Sushi Saito, one of the highly rated sushi shop in Tokyo. Dining at Sushi Saito is like watching a performance, Saito san just draws your attention whenever he is making sushi. Continue reading
Quintessence (レストラン カンテサンス)
Quintessence is a restaurant that is always topped Tokyo’s Tabelog top 3 ranking. I finaly made a visit to this renowned french restaurant. Continue reading
Matsukawa (松川), Tokyo
Matsukawa is one of the most sort-after kaiseki restaurant in Tokyo by both Japanese and foreigners. Continue reading
Restaurant ESqUISSE (レストラン エスキス), Tokyo
A lot of Japanese are a big fan for Esquisse (it’s rated as top 50 restaurant on tabelog). For some unknown reason, the French restaurants that Japanese like aren’t really my thing. Perhaps I am not a fan for very light flavors. Continue reading
Miyako Zushi (日本橋橘町 都寿司), Tokyo
Top 50 restaurant on Tabelog, yet without a Michelin star. Did Michelin missed out on something good?
As a matter of fact, I can’t say it’s a miss out on the Michelin guide, but it will definitely be a miss out for you if you love Japan and sushi, and didn’t visit this place. Continue reading
