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The Best Restaurants in Japan 2025 Edition
This introduces the restaurants selected as TOP 10 in the "SAVOR JAPAN Best Restaurant Award 2024-2025," which have received numerous reservations and support from foreign visitors to Japan. These are all must-visit renowned restaurants when traveling to Japan. All restaurants can be reserved from the link below. Since each restaurant is popular, early reservations are recommended.
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5 Selected Restaurants in Osaka to Enjoy Specialty Hot Pot Dishes Together
This time, it will be introduced restaurants in Osaka where guests can enjoy carefully crafted hot pots. From the familiar oden hot pot to black wagyu sukiyaki and ostrich shabu-shabu, they have a wide variety of options. No matter which hot pot is chosen, all the restaurants guarantee a high level of satisfaction.
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A charming restaurant in Kumamoto, perfect for a special meal.
This time, five restaurants in the Kumamoto area are introduced, where guests can enjoy a higher-level dinner in a relaxed atmosphere. These restaurants are perfect for spending a special night with a loved one.
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5 Restaurants in Fukuoka and Hakata to Enjoy the Flavors of Kyushu
Kyushu is known as a gourmet paradise with a variety of unique local dishes. This time, we will introduce restaurants around the popular tourist destination of Fukuoka and Hakata, where visitors can fully enjoy the flavors of Kyushu. The local cuisine made with a diverse range of ingredients is a must-try!
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Recommended restaurants in Hiroshima that enhance special days such as birthdays and anniversaries.
This time, we will introduce restaurants in Hiroshima that are perfect for special occasions such as birthdays, wedding anniversaries, and small celebrations. Not only is the food delicious, but all the restaurants also offer anniversary and birthday perks, such as dessert plates with personalized messages. Why not consult with the restaurant in advance and surprise your loved ones?
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Restaurants that serves delicious meat dishes, which one would like to visit while sightseeing in Kobe.
This time, we have carefully selected renowned restaurants in Kobe where one can indulge in exquisite meat dishes. In addition to the luxurious Kobe beef steaks and yakiniku, we have also picked up authentic hamburgers. To enjoy a special moment, we recommend making a reservation in advance!
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5 Recommended Bars in Hokkaido Offering Specialty Beers, Whiskeys, and Wines
The nights in Hokkaido should be concluded at a carefully selected bar. This time, a selection of bars boasting unique alcoholic beverages that allow one to fully enjoy the nights in Hokkaido has been made. Of course, the local craft beers from Hokkaido, known as the holy land of craft beer, as well as whiskey and wine, are sure to help find a drink that suits one's taste.
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8 Recommended Restaurants in Toyama, a Town to Visit in 2025
The New York Times featured Toyama as a travel destination to visit in 2025. With excellent access from Tokyo, Toyama is a treasure trove of food, including fresh seafood from Toyama Bay. If you are visiting Toyama, you would certainly want to enjoy the gourmet offerings. Here are eight uniquely charming restaurants, including those in Toyama City.
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5 Latest Trendy Bars in Tokyo
From authentic bars to unique evolution bars, five trendy and stylish bars located in Tokyo's Omotesando, Ebisu, and Akihabara will be introduced. Let's enjoy a drink tonight in a wonderful space, featuring popular Japanese whiskey, new sensation cocktails, low-alcohol cocktails, and mocktails.
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8 Popular Yakitori Restaurants in Kanagawa Favored by Locals
Yaktori (Grilled chicken skewers), characterized by its savory aroma and juicy flavor, is one of the Japanese dishes that should definitely be experienced. This time, eight recommended grilled chicken restaurants in Kanagawa Prefecture will be introduced. The taste varies greatly depending on the brand of chicken used and the seasoning, so it might be a good idea to visit multiple restaurants and compare the flavors.
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Tokyo Area
Japan's largest city, Tokyo, is the center of culinary culture in Japan. Countless Tokyo restaurants serve every kind of food imaginable and the Toyosu fish market keeps restaurants stocked with the nation's finest fish.
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Near Tokyo
Coastal areas, mountains and valleys surrounding Tokyo are bursting with tourist destinations, such as hot springs and ski slopes, where many unique foods are only available locally.
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Kyoto and Osaka Area
The cities of Kyoto and Osaka, together with their surrounding areas, have greatly influenced Japan's culinary culture since the 7th Century. The region is renowned for its entertainment, Kobe beef, and wide-ranging traditional dishes.
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Hokkaido Area
The island of Hokkaido is home to wide-ranging produce of the finest quality, such as rice, meat, vegetables, fish and fruit. Popular dishes from Hokkaido include robatayaki (food slowly roasted on skewers) and Sapporo miso ramen.
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Northern Honshu (Tohoku)
The northern end of Japan's main island, Honshu, is renowned for its seasonal fruit and vegetables, nation-leading harvest of fish (especially tuna from Ohma), and delicious beef from Yonezawa, Sendai and Yamagata.
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Central Honshu (Chubu)
Chubu is in the center of Japan's main island, Honshu, and its culinary culture reflects its position between Japan's western and eastern halves. Delicious Hida beef, world-famous Mount Fuji and many acclaimed sake breweries are in Chubu.
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Western Honshu (Chugoku)
Chugoku, on the southwest of Japan's main island, is rich with diverse produce. Many of its products are praised as Japan's best, including Matsuba crabs from Tottori and oysters from Hiroshima. Its pears and muscats are also top grade.
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Shikoku
The mild climate of Shikoku is ideal for growing citrus fruit such as sudachi. Shikoku is also famous for Sanuki udon noodles, huge yields of tiger prawn from Ehime Prefecture and the best torafugu (tiger globefish) in the country.
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Kyushu
Western culture was first introduced to Japan through Kyushu, Japan's third largest island, where the influence of Portuguese and other western cuisine influenced the creation of a colorful culinary tradition.
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Okinawa and Southeast Islands
Okinawa, Japan’s southernmost prefecture, is a treasure trove of distinctive dishes and drinks that have become popular throughout Japan, including Okinawa soba, unique sushi toppings and Awamori distilled liquor.