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"Ginza Sushi Ishiyama It was a long-awaited lunch meeting with business colleagues. It's been 5 months since I last had sushi in Ginza! Ishiyama is a Tabelog Sushi 100 Top Restaurant. Their 14-piece lunch course is 13,200 yen. The chef is young, but his movements are beautiful and his service is meticulous. The waiter was quick to ask if I wanted a"

"The sauce is exquisite, and the food is impeccable. A Michelin-starred restaurant in Ginza run by a famous chef, it might seem intimidating, but the atmosphere isn't strict. It's not exactly warm and friendly either, but rather a bit offbeat. The sauce is simply delicious, truly embodying the essence of French cuisine. The classic pairing of "

"This restaurant is unlike any other famous establishment in Tokyo. The eight-course appetizer set is not flashy, but it's full of flavor and simply delicious. The atmosphere is also very calming."

"A renowned sushi restaurant, not only in Ginza but also in Tokyo. For several years, it was considered a strong contender for a third Michelin star alongside the Ginza restaurant Aozora. However, it effectively relinquished its stars in last year's Michelin Guide Tokyo. Despite this, its popularity hasn't waned, and reservations seem even harder to"

"I went for lunch with 3 local friends! (*´∇｀*) Esquisse, a favorite of beautiful, gourmet, and heavy-drinking friends! Lunch is more affordable and casual than dinner, so it's recommended! This was my first time visiting, so I left the reservation and course selection to them! Thank you╰(*´︶`*)╯♡ When I arrived at the reservation time, the"

"My long-awaited visit to the grand maison!🌹 From the moment the elevator doors opened, I was transported to a world beyond the ordinary, captivated within three seconds of entering. The classic cuisine was incredibly rich, a continuous stream of delights.🌹 The cepes (also known as porcini mushrooms) enveloped me with their aroma, a feast for all "

"The two-Michelin-starred Spanish restaurant is surprisingly affordable! Located a 3-minute walk from Ginza Station, I visited "Suriola," a Spanish cuisine establishment that has won the BRONZE AWARD in the "100 Best Spanish Restaurants." I made a reservation for Sunday at 12:00 PM. I ordered the lunch standard course for 12,000 yen. Every dish by C"

"I'm so glad to find such a wonderful French restaurant in an old building in Ginza! I had lunch there. Each dish was carefully prepared and the taste was good. The restaurant isn't very big, but it was very relaxing. The price of the glass of wine was reasonable, which is great for wine lovers. The chef saw us out, but he was so young that I was a "

"I made a reservation for 12:00 PM on a weekday and visited. There are two frying stations, and luckily, I was seated at the one manned by the owner, Mr. Kondo. The tempura included the head of a shrimp, two kuruma prawns, thick Australian asparagus, crunchy lotus root from Ibaraki Prefecture, bell peppers from a contracted farm that can be eaten wh"

"**Ginza Yamaka** 🥰 This is a high-end yakiniku restaurant in Ginza, Tokyo, with private rooms. 🥳✨ I had the **'Miyabi'** course for ¥19,000 (I think). 😘 I was taken there for a business dinner. 🥹 Thank you! The luxurious private rooms are chic and elegant, decorated in black. ✨ The menu changes slightly with the seasons. * **Yamaka Specialty:"

"This is a tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet) restaurant specializing in courses. Reservations are required. We chose a course that included seafood. The meat was a rare cut I had never tasted before, and everything was simply perfect. I can't even find the words to describe it. It's an amazing experience that will change everyone's perception of tonkat"

"When it comes to renowned yakiniku groups, "Ushitoro" is a name that needs no introduction. It's a super famous yakiniku restaurant that any Tokyo yakiniku lover has heard of at least once. I've been to many Ushitoro group restaurants before, but I had never been to the Ginza Namiki-dori branch. This time, I got to know another side of Ushitoro, an"

"Afternoon tea at the Armani Building in Ginza, on the 11th floor. The lounge floor is located on the 11th floor, accessible by stairs from the restaurant floor on the 10th floor. There is a bar counter, sofa seating, and even private rooms in the back. The afternoon tea menu changes with the seasons, and this time it was an autumn-themed menu"

"At over ¥60,000 per person, it's a very bold Ginza price, but the interior is rather plain for a Ginza establishment. The sushi is decent, but for that price, there are many other delicious restaurants out there. The chef is friendly and nice, but the proprietress's service is a bit confusing. As others have mentioned, she doesn't smile, so I thoug"

"I had lunch with a client at this restaurant. We had a reservation for four people and ordered the Guilin course and a few items à la carte. The restaurant is popular with tourists, including many foreigners, especially for lunch. The appetizers were delicious, and I really wanted to have some alcohol, but the ladies in my group didn't drink, so"

"【Check Point】 ■ The tradition has been passed down for half a century from the first generation, Master Fujimoto Hanzo, who was called the "Sushi God" and "Emperor", to the current fourth generation, Master Yoshizawa Norihiko. ■ They procure top-quality tuna from Ishikishi, a tuna wholesaler. Kiyo-da, a long-established sushi restaurant in Ginza w"

"The food was exquisite, but the dishes themselves were truly beautiful. I was amazed with each course that was brought out. The most memorable dish was the simmered Kinmedai (golden eye snapper). Generally, this type of simmered dish tends to be quite strong in flavor, or if it's a light broth with a delicious flavor, the fattiness of the fish ca"

"You can enjoy delicious dan dan noodles as a single dish! I visited "Jia Bao Tiao Long Men", a renowned Chinese restaurant, located on the 6th floor of GINZA SIX, a 4-minute walk from Ginza Station. I arrived 5 minutes before opening on a weekday and there was no wait. I was able to enter as soon as it opened. I ordered the dan dan noodles for ¥1,9"

"This is a small restaurant with only eight counter seats. The elevator opens directly into the restaurant. **1. Northern Sanriku Purple Sea Urchin, Caviar, and Preserved Duck Egg Tofu** The sea urchin was alive, and its spines were moving! I was surprised. **2. Sea Urchin on Eel Spring Rolls** Steamed sea urchin is generously piled on top. **"

"Through a fortunate connection, I was able to secure a super premium seat at a restaurant run by a master chef who is considered a Living National Treasure! I started with a beer, enjoyed sushi after about 30 minutes, and finished with melon. I think it cost around 50,000 to 60,000 yen, but my memory is a bit hazy! I realized I still have "