Update-date: Dec 16 2024
If one wants to enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine but is unsure about what to order, the 'OMAKASE' course is a convenient option. The chef coordinates popular dishes and seasonal recommendations from the restaurant, and one can also discuss their budget and preferences. This time, five recommended restaurants in Osaka where one can enjoy 'OMAKASE' will be introduced.
Aged Sushi Ritha
Discover the charm of aged sushi, a refined evolution of sushi that enhances its umami through aging.
Just a 5-minute walk from Fukushima Station, Jukusei Sushi Rika is a restaurant where one can experience the allure of aged sushi, which has recently become popular among Japanese food enthusiasts. The sushi, aged to maximize its umami, highlights the natural deliciousness of the ingredients in each carefully crafted piece. The recommended dish is the 'Omakase Course with Aged Sushi and Wagyu,' allowing guests to fully enjoy high-quality Japanese ingredients.
Located on the second floor of a building, this fully reservation-only restaurant is truly an adult's hideaway. Behind the locked door awaits a sophisticated space with nine counter seats for guests. Wouldn't it be wonderful to spend a special moment enjoying the exquisite collaboration of a wide variety of Japanese sake and wine with sushi, all while surrounded by a stylish atmosphere and blissful flavors?
Jukusei Sushi Rita
Open: [Monday, Tuesday, Thursday-Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 6:00 pm)
Closed: Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 20,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from JR Fukushima Station
Address: 2F, 2-7-17, Fukushima, Fukushima-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
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Closed: Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 20,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from JR Fukushima Station
Address: 2F, 2-7-17, Fukushima, Fukushima-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
Ryooubou
Enjoy yakitori finished with charcoal and wood, accompanied by a rich aroma, through OMAKASE.
Just a 2-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station, Ryoubou is a restaurant where guests can enjoy yakitori grilled with charcoal and wood in the 'OMAKASE course.' The Kumano jidori chicken used for the yakitori is known for its strong flavor and juicy taste. Seasonal vegetables are carefully selected and cooked to enhance their natural flavors. At the end of the course, 'soboro rice' finished with burning wood will be served, and guests will be amazed by its aroma and deliciousness.
The restaurant has a calm atmosphere with only nine counter seats, allowing guests to enjoy the chef's impressive skills right in front of them. The interior incorporates traditional Japanese elements while being modern and stylish. There is a noticeable attention to detail in the tableware that enhances the dishes, and the extensive selection of alcoholic beverages is also appealing. It is a special space for adults to enjoy gourmet food, inviting them to spend a memorable and delicious time.
Ryoubou
Open: [Monday - Friday] Dinner : 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm (Part 1 starts at 5:30 pm / Part 2 starts at 8:15 pm), [Saturday] 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm (Part 1 starts at 12:00 pm / Part 2 starts at 5:30 pm / Part 3 starts at 8:15 pm), [Sunday, National Holidays] 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm (Part 1 starts at 12:00 pm / Part 2 starts at 4:00 pm / Part 3 starts at 7:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 14,000 JPY
Access: 2-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station on Midosuji Line
Address: 1F, Shinsaibashi Lodge Bldg., 1-10-17, Nishi-Shinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 14,000 JPY
Access: 2-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station on Midosuji Line
Address: 1F, Shinsaibashi Lodge Bldg., 1-10-17, Nishi-Shinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
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Sushi Fukushima (formerly: Sushi Tensho)
With the fulfilling 'OMAKASE' course, sushi crafted by skilled artisans becomes much more accessible.
Just a 2-minute walk from Shin-Fukushima Station, Sushi Fukushima (formerly known as Sushi Tensho) is a sushi restaurant where one can enjoy fresh seasonal ingredients delivered from all over the country at reasonable prices. The 'OMAKASE' course features nigiri sushi as the main dish, along with items such as 'Scallops with Cream Truffle' and 'Shark Fin Soup'. Of course, a course featuring only nigiri sushi is also available. It is easy to consult with the staff, making it a comfortable experience for beginners.
The interior features a warm atmosphere that makes extensive use of natural Japanese materials such as cypress and bamboo. While maintaining the elegance of a sushi restaurant, it also provides a comfortable environment where guests can relax and enjoy their meal. Diners can casually savor authentic sushi prepared right in front of them, and there is a wide selection of local sake and shochu available. If asked, the staff will also suggest pairings that complement the day's special dishes.
Sushi Fukushima
Open: Lunch 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) / Dinner 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 7,000 JPY
Access: 2-minute walk from Exit 2 of JR Shin-Fukushima Station on the JR Kansai Line / 5-minute walk from Exit 3 of JR Fukushima Station on the JR Loop Line
Address: 1F, meet Me, 1-2-17, Fukushima, Fukushima-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 7,000 JPY
Access: 2-minute walk from Exit 2 of JR Shin-Fukushima Station on the JR Kansai Line / 5-minute walk from Exit 3 of JR Fukushima Station on the JR Loop Line
Address: 1F, meet Me, 1-2-17, Fukushima, Fukushima-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
Sushi Hasegawa Shinsaibashi Main Store
Enjoy carefully crafted sushi made with self-produced rice through OMAKASE.
Just a 5-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station, Sushi Hasegawa Shinsaibashi Main Store is a popular restaurant among foreign visitors, where they can enjoy sushi and Kyoto cuisine in a modern Japanese-style interior. While the delicate and beautiful Kyoto cuisine is appealing, the recommendation is the 'OMAKASE Sushi Course,' available exclusively at the counter seats. Guests can savor about 15 types of the restaurant's signature sushi, including fatty tuna, sea urchin, and nodoguro.
The restaurant has a capacity of 84 and features a sophisticated design with a Japanese touch. In addition to the spacious 18-seat counter, there are table seats and private rooms. The 'OMAKASE sushi' at the counter allows guests to enjoy the craftsmanship of the chefs, and the rice is carefully selected, being organically cultivated in their own fields. The sushi rice made from this rice is glossy and allows guests to savor the natural aroma of the rice.
Sushi Hasegawa Shinsaibashi Main Branch
Open: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Exit No.6 of Shinsaibashi station on Osaka Metro Midosuji Line
Address: 4F, Stagea Bldg., 1-16-20, Higashishinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Exit No.6 of Shinsaibashi station on Osaka Metro Midosuji Line
Address: 4F, Stagea Bldg., 1-16-20, Higashishinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
Meat Kappo ASATSUYU
Wagyu and game meat, about 10 types of meat, a dramatic charcoal grill that cooks Wagyu and game meat, about 10 types of meat, over an irori.
Just a 3-minute walk from Yotsubashi Station, the meat kaiseki restaurant ASATSUYU offers a lively experience of charcoal grilling over an irori, where guests can enjoy not only wagyu, pork, and chicken, but also game meat such as boar and deer. The menu consists solely of the 'omakase course.' Guests can savor around 11 dishes, including charcoal-grilled items, using approximately 10 different types of meat. Reservations are required, so be sure to book in advance.
The restaurant is located on the second floor of a building, and the approach invites diners on a narrow staircase decorated with green on both walls, leading them into a culinary adventure. Inside, there are only six counter seats. A beautiful wooden texture creates a calm, modern Japanese space, featuring a sunken hearth. Various types of meat are grilled to perfection, juicy and flavorful, thanks to the infrared effect of the charcoal. The ambiance of enjoying food while gazing at the fire is truly exceptional.
Niku Kappo ASATSUYU
Open: [Monday, Tuesday, Thursday - Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:30 pm *Reservation required with two-part system / Part One 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm, Part Two 9:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Closed: Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 18,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Yotsubashi Station on Osaka Metro Yotsubashi Line, 8-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station on Osaka Metro Midosuji Line
Address: 2E, CRANE COURT II, 1-14-6, Kita-horie, Nishi-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
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Closed: Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 18,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Yotsubashi Station on Osaka Metro Yotsubashi Line, 8-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station on Osaka Metro Midosuji Line
Address: 2E, CRANE COURT II, 1-14-6, Kita-horie, Nishi-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
This article was written by AI Translation.
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