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Update-date: Dec 27 2024

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Categories: Kaiseki Teppanyaki Japanese Cuisine Unagi (eel) Yakiniku Nagoya Aichi

Delicious restaurants to visit after sightseeing at Nagoya Castle | Aichi

Nagoya Castle, which has supported the prosperity of Nagoya since the Edo period (1603-1868), remains a symbolic presence in Nagoya, attracting tourists from both Japan and abroad. After admiring the golden shachihoko, one should indulge in gourmet delights. Here are five recommended restaurants.

See full listings of Yakiniku, Kaiseki, Teppanyaki, Japanese Cuisine, and Unagi (eel) restaurants found in and around Nagoya and Aichi.

Grilled Eel [Charcoal Grilled Hitsumabushi Eel Munagi (Bunaki)]

The restaurant [炭焼ひつまぶし鰻　むなぎ（武奈伎）] welcomes guests with the finest eel and attentive service. The carefully selected eel is filleted on-site, and each piece is grilled by skilled artisans who discern the unique qualities of the eel. For those who want to enjoy both white grilled and kabayaki eel, the '食べくらべ紅白重（二段重）' is highly recommended. The luxurious '名物金箔まぶし重' adorned with gold leaf is also popular.

A variety of wines and sake from Fukui Prefecture are available, allowing guests to enjoy pairings with eel. The restaurant features a calm Japanese atmosphere, complete with private rooms, sofa seating, and counter seats. Additionally, the opulent private room adorned with golden wallpaper is perfect for special occasions. With the finest eel and heartfelt hospitality, it creates a splendid experience for special moments.

Sumiyaki Hitsumabushi Unagi Munagi

Open: 11:00 am - 10:30 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Yabacho Station on the Meijo Line / 9-minute walk from Sakae Station on the Meijo Line / 5-minute walk from Matsuzakaya Main Building
Address: B1F, Sakae D-1 Bldg., 4-17-21, Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi
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Yakiniku [Amiyaki-tei Sakae]

A yakiniku restaurant that originated as a meat wholesaler, carefully selecting high-quality and reasonably priced meat sourced from all over the country. Each order is cut with professional skill and served with a focus on freshness. The signature menu items include 'Beef Tongue with Salt' seasoned with herbs and spices, and 'Domestic Black Wagyu Special Kalbi,' which is a must-order for regular guests. If unsure, the 'Assorted Domestic Beef (Three Types)' is also recommended, allowing guests to try small portions of various cuts at a better value than ordering individually.

This restaurant offers a higher level of delicious yakiniku that can be enjoyed privately in box seats or semi-private rooms. The tatami seating in a sunken hearth style allows guests to relax by taking off their shoes, making it a great option for families with small children or elderly members. The availability of easy-to-eat meat options with soft processing and dedicated menus such as children's plates is also a delightful point.

Amiyakitei Sakae Branch

Open: [Monday-Thursday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm) / [Friday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm) / [Saturday] 11:30 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm) / [Sunday, National Holidays] Dinner 11:30 am - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: -
Access: 8-minute walk from Exit 16 of Sakae Station on Nagoya Municipal Subway Higashiyama Line, Meijo Line, or the airport bus
Address: 3-2-33, Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi
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3. Japanese Cuisine [Restaurant Kawabun]

At the restaurant Kawan, guests can experience refined Japanese cuisine using seasonal ingredients in a sophisticated space that boasts a 400-year history. The restaurant features dishes that maximize the flavors of seasonal ingredients using traditional Japanese techniques while incorporating new methods. The traditional 'Mirin-yaki' is an exquisite dish grilled with mirin and a small amount of soy sauce, without using sugar, and is one of the restaurant's proud offerings.

Although it is a registered tangible cultural property, the restaurant offers a relaxing space that is barrier-free. The interior consists entirely of private rooms, with seven different sizes of rooms available to suit various needs, including tatami rooms, sunken kotatsu tables, and table and chair setups. In a calm atmosphere, guests can enjoy high-quality cuisine and service, making for a heartwarming experience.

Ryotei Kawabun

Open: Lunch 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm (L.O. 1:00 pm) / Dinner 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm (L.O. 7:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 25,000 JPY
Access: The nearest exit is No. 2 or No. 4.
Address: 2-12-19, Marunouchi, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
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4. Local Cuisine [Ryori Yanagiya Nishiki]

The sister restaurant of "Yanagiya," which is whispered among food enthusiasts as a sacred place for local cuisine in Mizunami, Gifu, is "Goryori Yanagiya Nishiki," located in the heart of Nagoya's Nishiki district. Like the original, it offers dishes that focus on the finest natural ingredients from Gifu. Diners can enjoy seasonal delicacies such as mountain delicacies caught in Japan, sweetfish and eel in summer, matsutake mushrooms and various mushrooms in autumn, and game in winter.

This restaurant, available for two or more guests, features a spacious counter seating area as well as private rooms with sunken kotatsu tables, allowing for important meals with close friends while maintaining privacy. Additionally, it offers a rich selection of red wines that pair well with game dishes, as well as wines from France, Italy, and Japan, along with Japanese sake. It is a renowned establishment suitable for adults, where one can enjoy a quality time.

Oryori Yanagiya Nishiki

Open: Lunch (available only for a privately use for a large number of group.) / Dinner 6:00 pm - (Reservation is required and minimum of grpup is 2 or more.)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY
Access: 10 minutes walk from Sakae or Fujimi station on Nagoya Municipal Subway Line. 433 meters from Sakae Station.
Address: 1F, No.2 Washington Annex Bldg., 3-12-30, Nishiki, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
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5. Steak [Binchotan Steak Grill Sakai]

5. Steak [Binchotan Charcoal Steak Grill Sakai]

At the restaurant "Binchotan Steak Grill Sakai," located just a 3-minute walk from Osu Kannon Station, they offer exquisite ingredients such as specially selected A5 grade black wagyu beef, seasonal vegetables, and seafood, all grilled over binchotan charcoal. They prioritize quality over name recognition or branding when selecting ingredients, and skilled chefs carefully control the cooking process. This simple yet delicate method of charcoal grilling brings out the true appeal of the ingredients.

Delicious restaurants to visit after sightseeing at Nagoya Castle in Aichi

The interior features a calm atmosphere with a wood-based design, complete with counter seats and private rooms that are partitioned for each group. Guests can enjoy a luxurious dining experience in a private space. How about indulging in premium wagyu and seasonal ingredients at the restaurant [備長炭ステーキ炉sakai]?

Binchotan Steak Ro Sakai

Open: [Weekdays, Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 1:30 pm (L.O.1:00) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 20,000 JPY / [Lunch] 11,000 JPY
Access: 4-minute walk from Shirakawa Koen bus stop on City Center Loop Bus / 4-minute walk from Wakamiya bus stop on Meieki 17 Route
Address: 2-8-23, Osu, Naka-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi
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