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Get InspiredAsiaJapanTokyoMinato CityKikunoi

Kikunoi

JP
Kaiseki Restaurant·Refined, Intimate, Serene
Kikunoi
Photo by Juan G Angel (TvAgro) from Google Places
Kikunoi
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Kikunoi
Photo by Hsu Shao-Yuan from Google Places
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Kikunoi
Photo by Hsu Shao-Yuan from Google Places
Kikunoi
Photo by Juan G Angel (TvAgro) from Google Places
Kikunoi
Photo by 岩澤信吾 from Google Places
Kikunoi
Photo by Hsu Shao-Yuan from Google Places
Kikunoi
Photo by Ei Ueda from Google Places
Kikunoi
Photo by Hsu Shao-Yuan from Google Places

Kikunoi provides an exceptional kaiseki experience that celebrates the delicate balance of Japanese seasonal cuisine. Guests are treated to an 8-course meal where every dish is a testament to technical mastery, featuring ingredients like grilled snow crab and sweetfish. The dining room offers a rare sense of intimacy, with views of a private forest that enhance the tranquil atmosphere. The service is highly praised, with staff providing detailed explanations of each course in English, ensuring a welcoming experience for international visitors. It is widely considered one of the finest kaiseki destinations in Tokyo, perfect for those looking to immerse themselves in high-level culinary artistry.

Kikunoi provides an exceptional kaiseki experience that celebrates the delicate balance of Japanese seasonal cuisine. Guests are treated to an 8-course meal where every dish is a testament to technical mastery, featuring ingredients like grilled snow crab and sweetfish. The dining room offers a rare sense of intimacy, with views of a private forest that enhance the tranquil atmosphere. The service is highly praised, with staff providing detailed explanations of each course in English, ensuring a welcoming experience for international visitors. It is widely considered one of the finest kaiseki destinations in Tokyo, perfect for those looking to immerse themselves in high-level culinary artistry.

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Address
6-chōme-13-8 Akasaka,Minato City, Tokyo 107-0052, Japan
Websitekikunoi.jp
Phone03-3568-6055
Hours
Open now
Mon
Closed
Tue
12:00 - 2:00 PM5:00 - 10:00 PM
Wed
12:00 - 2:00 PM5:00 - 10:00 PM
Thu
12:00 - 2:00 PM5:00 - 10:00 PM
Fri
12:00 - 2:00 PM5:00 - 10:00 PM
Sat
12:00 - 2:00 PM5:00 - 10:00 PM
Sun
Closed

Highlights

  • Exquisite 8-course kaiseki menus

  • Views of a private forest

  • Knowledgeable staff fluent in English

  • Artful presentation of seasonal ingredients

  • Technical mastery of traditional Japanese techniques

Best For

Special occasions and authentic, high-end kaiseki dining.

Currency

JPY ¥

Dietary Options

seasonal-focused

Time of Day

Lunch, Dinner

Occasion Tags

Special Occasion, Date Night, Business

Reviews

4.5
Excellent475 reviews

Kikunoi is consistently described as an exceptional and luxurious kaiseki experience, with reviewers frequently highlighting the technical mastery and artistry of the 8-course menus. Guests are particularly impressed by the freshness of the ingredients, such as snow crab and sweetfish, and the visually stunning presentation of the hassun course. The atmosphere is noted for being intimate and serene, with many diners appreciating the view of the private forest. The staff receives high praise for being courteous, knowledgeable, and accommodating to English-speaking guests by explaining the history and preparation of each dish. While some describe the flavors as subtle, the consensus is that the experience is unique, special, and well-deserving of its prestigious reputation.

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Location

13, Minato City, Tokyo, Japan
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