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Beyond Sushi & Ramen: A Beautiful Kaiseki Dinner in Japan

May 02 (TabiEats) - Beyond sushi and ramen, there is another side of Japanese cuisine that we think every visitor to Japan should experience at least once: kaiseki.

In this video, we visit Kitaohji Akasaka Saryo, a refined Japanese restaurant in Tokyo known for private-room kaiseki dining. Each dish was beautifully prepared and carefully presented, with delicate flavors that brought out the natural taste of the ingredients.

We tried the “Furano Wagyu Sirloin Steak and Asari Clam Rice” kaiseki course.

Course:

Furano Wagyu Sirloin Steak and Asari Clam Rice

16,500 yen per person

Tax included, service charge not included

7 dishes

*Menu items may vary depending on the season and availability of ingredients.

This meal felt like a wonderful way to experience the heart of Japanese cuisine. Of course, sushi and ramen are must-tries in Japan, but if you want to discover the elegance, seasonality, and quiet beauty of Japanese food, kaiseki is something truly special.

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