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16 Best Pizza Places in Tokyo
Surprisingly, Tokyo is home to some of the best pizzas in the world. OMAKASE, an official partner of the Michelin Guide, highlights the top pizzerias in the city.
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What is Matsutake? Discover 8 Restaurants in Tokyo, Japan Where You Can Enjoy This Delica
Japan is known for its diverse array of seasonal ingredients, each offering a unique taste experience available only at certain times of the year. Among these, the Matsutake mushroom stands out as a quintessential autumn delicacy. In this article, the OMAKASE editorial team, an official partner of Michelin, highlights eight top restaurants in Tokyo where you can savor the rich flavors of Matsutake.
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How to Eat Crab in Japan: Recommended Crab Restaurants for Travelers in Tokyo, Osaka, Hyogo, and Hokkaido
The official partner of Michelin, OMAKASE editorial team, has carefully selected 11 restaurants nationwide to recommend to foreign tourists visiting Japan who want to eat crab.
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The Top 13 Dining Gems in Tennoji & Abeno
Tennoji and Abeno are two of Osaka’s most vibrant districts. In this guide, the OMAKASE editorial team, as a trusted Michelin partner, has handpicked 13 must-visit restaurants in the area.
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16 Best Value Michelin Star Restaurants in Tokyo
The OMAKASE editorial team, an official partner of the Michelin Guide, presents a selection of reasonably priced Michelin-listed restaurants in Tokyo. Enjoy a luxurious dining experience without the hefty price tag!
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12 Best Restaurants with a View in Tokyo
12 fine dining restaurants in Tokyo with spectacular views, selected by OMAKASE and our partners at the Michelin Guide.
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13 Best Restaurants in Umeda and Kitashinchi
The OMAKASE editorial team, a Michelin official partner, highlights 13 top restaurants in Umeda, Osaka. Experience the unique and diverse food culture that Osaka has to offer!
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12 Best Italian Restaurants in Tokyo
For foreign travelers visiting Tokyo, the OMAKASE editorial team—an official Michelin partner—recommends the 12 best Italian restaurants.
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Top 10 Best Restaurants in Namba and Dotonbori
Osaka, one of Japan's major cities, is a must-visit destination for travelers. It should definitely be on your travel itinerary. This time, the OMAKASE editorial team, an official Michelin partner, introduces restaurants in the gourmet district of Dotonbori and Namba in Osaka.
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13 Reservable Michelin Three-Star Restaurants in Japan
According to the 2024 Michelin Guide, Japan boasts 20 three-star restaurants, ranking second in the world after France. The OMAKASE (a Japanese term meaning "I'll leave it up to you") editorial team, an official Michelin partner, introduces 13 potentially reservable Michelin three-star restaurants in Japan.
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9 Fine Dining Restaurants to Enjoy Kyoto’s Autumn Foliage
The OMAKASE editorial team, an official Michelin partner, has curated a list of nine exceptional fine dining restaurants where foreign visitors to Kyoto can experience the beauty of the autumn leaves while enjoying a memorable meal.
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10 Romantic Restaurants in Tokyo Perfect for a Date
As an official partner of Michelin, the OMAKASE editorial team has curated a list of 10 romantic restaurants in Tokyo and its surrounding areas, perfect for foreign visitors seeking an unforgettable date spot.
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11 Top Tempura Restaurants in Kyoto
Kyoto, one of Japan’s oldest cities with a history of over 1200 years, boasts some outstanding Tempura spots. The OMAKASE editorial team, a Michelin partner, highlights 11 must-visit tempura restaurants in the city.
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15 Best Yakiniku Restaurants in Osaka: Premium, Budget-Friendly, and All-You-Can-Eat
Osaka is home to a range of enticing yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) restaurants. In this article, we'll explore the city’s options divided into three price categories: high-end (around 10,000 to 20,000 yen), mid-range (around 10,000 yen), and all-you-can-eat (under 5,000 yen).
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The 10 Best Restaurants in Setagaya
Setagaya is a residential area in Tokyo, featuring Michelin Guide-listed and Bib Gourmand-winning restaurants primarily around Shimokitazawa and Ikejiri-Ohashi, just a few train stops from Shibuya. The OMAKASE editorial team, an official Michelin partner, presents a selection of 10 top restaurants in Setagaya.
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Top 10 Restaurants in Sapporo
Sapporo, the capital of Hokkaido (Japan's northernmost island), is renowned for its delicious cuisine, popular among both Japanese and foreign visitors. Here, the OMAKASE editorial team, an official partner of Michelin, introduces 10 exceptional restaurants specializing in sushi, kaiseki (traditional multi-course Japanese dinner), French cuisine, and tempura.
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16 Recommended French Restaurants in Shibuya, Ebisu
French restaurants in Japan range from casual, friendly spots to high-end, luxurious venues. In this article, the OMAKASE editorial team, an official Michelin partner, will spotlight French restaurants in Shibuya, Ebisu, and Daikanyama.
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11 Best Yakitori Spots in Osaka
Yakitori (Japanese-style grilled chicken skewers) ranges from casual izakaya-style (Japanese pub) eateries to fine dining establishments where each skewer is a work of art. The OMAKASE editorial team, an official partner of Michelin, presents 11 selected yakitori restaurants in Osaka.
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13 Chinese restaurants of various genres in Tokyo: Shanghai, Hong Kong, Sichuan, Cantonese, Taiwan
Chinese cuisine, counted as one of the world's three great culinary traditions, boasts a history spanning over 4,000 years. The editorial team of OMAKASE, an official Michelin partner, introduces 13 Chinese restaurants of various styles in Tokyo.
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5 High-End Yakiniku and Teppanyaki Restaurants Worth Trying in Ginza
The rich taste of wagyu (Japanese beef) is a must-try when visiting Japan. This time, the editorial team of OMAKASE, an official Michelin partner, introduces upscale yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) and teppanyaki (iron griddle cooking) restaurants in Ginza that you should try.