List of High Quality Restaurants in Japan

Japan is a beautiful tourist target country to visit because the people are friendly, the environment is clean and the place is beautiful. However, food is what most people talk about after traveling to Japan. Japanese cuisine is actually extraordinary, because they know how to present luxurious and elegant dishes. Try ordering food at a Michelin-starred restaurant throughout your visit us. Here are the top 6 Michelin starred restaurants for taste, conditions and service:

1. Sukiyabashi Jiro (3 stars)

If you search for the best restaurants in Japan, the majority of results will point to Jiro Sukiyabashi. Sukiyabashi Jiro was made by sushi chef Jiro Ono, the first sushi restaurant in the world to receive three stars from the Michelin Guide. The sushi here is fresh, innovative and prepared with care. Since the restaurant is limited to 10 people, the head chef takes care of the preparation of each dish with care.

The popularity of this restaurant skyrocketed after Jiro Ono participated in the documentary Jiro Dreams of Sushi. Celebrities and influencers have eaten here for years, as well as former United States President Barack Obama.

Additionally, Sukiyabashi Jiro lost its Michelin star rating in 2019 (after earning three stars every year since 2007). Sukiyabashi Jiro has stopped accepting reservations from the general public. Reservations will only be accepted for exclusive hotels and luxury hotels. According to the Michelin Guide, this means the restaurant is not accessible and therefore not rated.

However, this is actually a 3-Michelin star restaurant that will maintain its rating. If you have time, please make a reservation here. Maybe one of the best restaurants in Japan, but also one of the best in the world.

2. Ginza Kojyu (3 stars)

Ginza Kojyu has been awarded three stars in the Michelin Guide since 2008. Chef Toru Okuda is passionate about adding unique and innovative touches to traditional Japanese dishes. The menu explores four seasons and uses the finest ingredients from around the world. The restaurant offers a lunch and dinner menu, with the option of upgrading to a version with more upscale ingredients.

In Ginza Kojyu, while food is what attracts people, it is often the experience that attracts visitors too. Every facet of the restaurant has been given care and attention to detail. Dining at Ginza Kojyu is more than just a food, it’s also a cultural experience. The tables are made from 270 year old Japanese cypress trees and the private rooms overlook the Japanese garden. This cutlery is inspired by the work of artist Klate Kojyu Nishioka.

3. Hajime (3 Star)

Hajime in Osaka accessed in May 2008 by Chef Hajime Yoneda. Hajime’s cooking is an experience that explores both food and nature. Chef Hajime Yoneda’s signature dish is chikyu, which means earth. All the food provided is delicious, but what makes it interesting is the presentation. Hajime’s kitchen used technology with millimeter accuracy and one tenth of a degree Celsius.