During the cherry blossom viewing season, the restaurant was quite crowded, but the dishes were all delicious in a traditional way! Each dish was carefully made and it felt like true Japanese cuisine. Despite the limited number of good restaurants, the service was quick. The price is also reasonable at 2,000 yen including tempura. Even without tempura, you should be satisfied.

I reserved a semi-private room overlooking the Japanese garden for a lunch reception. There were also foreigners present, but the service was very polite, and I had a comfortable and wonderful time. The food was delicious and of quality beyond the price. I would like to use this place again in the future.

We had a luxurious lunch because a big shot from the head office came. Through a narrow corridor, we reached a lovely inner garden. We turned around and went inside the restaurant. The food served on trays was a variety of small portions - simmered dishes, sashimi, tempura, and mackerel sushi. You could also get seconds of rice. It was relaxing with a good variety and volume of food. However, the conversation was all about work, which was boring. Let's enjoy the delicious food instead of talking about work during break time. Thank you for the meal. I look forward to the next meal.

Next to Da Noya, enter from the side entrance of Ilpiatto. Go through the alley garden to the backyard, and enter from the side entrance on the left side of the backyard. It's confusing and easy to get lost. Why go out to the backyard when there is an entrance in the alley garden? Perhaps to create a hidden and cozy atmosphere. We both wanted the "Beef Fillet Set" (¥2800) after looking at the menu in front of the restaurant, but there was only one left (´×ω×`) Oh no! Without arguing, my friend settled for the ¥2600 set menu (lol). The meat was tender and delicious. Thank you for the meal.

Fillet lunch with tempura for 3200 yen (tax included). A hidden gem with luxurious lunch. Good taste, delicious tempura, various small dishes. The fillet is surprisingly tough, preferences may vary. Attentive service, even dessert is carefully prepared.

The room was spacious, clean, and gave off a refined atmosphere. The food was not only visually appealing but also delicious. I think this restaurant is perfect for entertaining guests. I would like to bring my parents or other important people here next time.

Once or twice a year, a lunch party is held. Of course, it's non-alcoholic since we're working. Today, we were treated to lunch at this restaurant that we normally wouldn't be able to afford. And of course, the bill was taken care of... Let's enjoy without holding back. We entered from the side entrance of the restaurant Odenoya and walked through a narrow path to the back. Along the way, we passed through a courtyard and arrived at our table. There were also spacious tatami mat rooms next to us. We started with a non-alcoholic beer toast. While chatting about recent events, the conversation naturally turned to topics like earthquakes and heavy rain. The dishes were beautifully presented. It's not something we see every day. We were served a sashimi platter, tempura platter, rice, and miso soup. Everything was delicious. The tempura was light and crispy, and the sashimi was fresh and tasty. The white rice and miso soup were comforting and delicious. But we felt a bit out of place eating here, maybe it's still too early for this kind of restaurant... Some of the other dishes didn't leave a lasting impression. The atmosphere was very nice. Not chic, but a different kind of charm. I would like to visit again, so please invite me if anyone is interested. Thank you for the meal.

I made a reservation for a study group lunch (^ ^) and we gathered at the location. One of our companions got a little lost. The location of the restaurant is easy to find, but the entrance is a bit tricky to locate (^_^;) You enter from the corner entrance and walk along a beautiful path to reach the entrance. We were able to reserve a private room! There is a beautiful garden at the back of the room. The room is decorated with fresh flowers, giving it a luxurious feel. We had informed the restaurant in advance about our food preferences (due to sourcing reasons) and had communicated this a week before the reservation date. So, we all had the "sashimi set meal." We entered the private room (sat on the tatami mats), admired the garden, drank tea, and waited for the food. While chatting and waiting for the food to arrive, we thought, "It's taking a while to come." Suddenly, someone asked, "Shall we serve the food now? Can we bring it out?" Oh, yes, please. We were waiting for it (laughs). It would have been nice if they could have said a word when guiding us to our seats or serving tea. Is it normal to ask for the food at a restaurant like this? (I don't usually go to such places, so I don't know) Feeling a bit uneasy, the food finally arrived. The waitress brought each dish from the kitchen one by one. She placed one dish, then went back to get another, and repeated this process until all the dishes were served. So, we had to wait a bit until everyone's order was complete (laughs). Now that everyone's order was complete, let's dig in! Enjoy your meal (*^o^*) The sashimi was thickly sliced and delicious. I was happy to have sashimi after a long time. There was also a minced firefly squid dish. It had a nice spring feeling. It was delicious (o^^o) The best part for me was the miso soup. The warm deliciousness made me feel relieved (´▽｀) We drank tea, had lively conversations, and enjoyed the meal. Thank you for the feast~♪ When we closed the sliding doors at the entrance of the room while eating, we were gently reminded, "Usually, we keep the sliding doors open..." Sorry, I didn't know. (sweat) But if the sliding doors are open, it's like having a regular table or being visible to other customers, losing the privacy of the private room (^_^;) Even so, they kept the doors closed until we finished our meal. Thank you very much.

I had a leisurely lunch at Aotake-an. I ordered the Aotake Zen for 2500 yen. The meal included sashimi, vinegared dish, simmered dish, soup, rice, and more. My favorite was the eel wrapped in egg. It was delicious. The dessert included warabi mochi. The atmosphere at Aotake-an is casual and comfortable. It's a great place for solo diners as well. I recommend trying the Hires Steak Ju for 1800 yen next time. Thank you for the meal.

From the entrance of the restaurant to the inside, there was a bit of distance, so I was wondering where it was. But once inside, the atmosphere was very calming and nice. I chose dishes like fresh spring rolls, fried meitagarei, and sashimi. They were all visually appealing and, of course, very delicious. I also felt that the prices were reasonable. They had an omakase course as well, so I thought about coming back with my parents. They would definitely love it. It was a day where I truly appreciated eating really delicious Japanese food in such a nice atmosphere.

I think that restaurants where you can easily experience Japanese cuisine and its atmosphere are treasures in Japan. There is talk of registering Japanese cuisine as a World Heritage Site. If an ordinary citizen like me were to visit Japan as a foreigner, where would be a good place to enjoy Japanese cuisine? This place has a very good balance of atmosphere, food, and price. First of all, the approach to the entrance is nice. There are both chairs and tatami seats. This is my second visit. Last time, I had the Hanakago Bento in a tatami room. This time, I had the Sairi Gozen. The basic deliciousness and the beautiful presentation have not changed. I have never encountered a crowded situation, but it would be safe to make a reservation.

I wanted to go to a proper Japanese restaurant in Minami, but I didn't have the energy to deal with the crowds, so I remembered this place. I called ahead and reserved a seat at the counter. They had multiple chefs working and the service was great. The menu was more reasonably priced than I expected. The guests at the restaurant were mostly groups of coworkers. We had a seasonal appetizer platter, a sashimi platter, lotus root manju, tempura assortment, grilled duck on magnolia leaf, dried firefly squid, and fruit platter. The dishes were all delicious, and the service was attentive. It's a good place for small gatherings or meetings. The service was friendly and the atmosphere was relaxing. However, since it seemed to cater more towards male businessmen, the counter seats might be a bit high for petite women.

"Aotakean" is a Japanese restaurant located next to the long-established traditional Japanese restaurant "Onoya," which was founded in 1951. Compared to the traditional atmosphere of Onoya, Aotakean has a slightly more casual feel. It is a space where you can enjoy Japanese cuisine in a more relaxed setting. Onoya itself offers authentic kaiseki cuisine and is a well-known traditional restaurant used for various events. Aotakean's entrance may seem upscale, but inside, besides a few private rooms for a small group, there are also counter and table seats available without reservations. However, being produced by a traditional restaurant, the establishment exudes a sense of elegance with well-maintained rooms and a view of a meticulously cared for garden from the private tatami rooms. We visited during lunchtime and had the opportunity to use a private room with a sunken hearth, allowing us to relax comfortably. We visited in June, and the hydrangeas in the garden were beautiful. Lunch menu options include seafood bowl, sirloin steak, sashimi set, Aotake set, nigiri set, and flower basket bento. For dinner, there are course menus such as the Flower course for 5,800 yen, the Moon course for 8,400 yen, and the Snow course for 10,500 yen (reservation required). It is also possible to enjoy the dinner courses during lunchtime with prior reservation. We opted for the Flower course for 5,800 yen during lunchtime and enjoyed a variety of dishes meticulously prepared and beautifully presented. The culinary skills, seasonal decorations, and artistic presentation in Japanese cuisine are truly impressive. Unfortunately, we forgot our digital camera, so we only have a few photos taken with a mobile phone. For more detailed information about the dishes, please visit Aotakean's website. Onoya, located next door, seems to offer only private tatami rooms, making it a bit difficult for solo diners to casually visit. However, according to reviews on Tabelog, they also offer curry lunch (1,000 yen) and bento boxes (Rokka-zen for 1,200 yen, Miiro-zen for 1,800 yen) without reservations. While the evening kaiseki courses require reservations for a group of 15 or more, the lunchtime offerings at the main restaurant seem more accessible.

I was taken to this fancy restaurant for a luxurious lunch by a wealthy friend. The place looked like a traditional Japanese inn, which made me feel a bit intimidated as a commoner... But the wealthy friend confidently walked in. Maybe that's the power of being rich... We decided to go for the 5,000 yen tempura kaiseki course for lunch. We were served a homemade tofu with pickled myoga as the appetizer, and it was really delicious. Then came the sashimi, which was also very tasty. The tempura was fried right in front of us. It was the epitome of luxury. By the time we finished eating, I felt like my stomach was going to burst. The atmosphere was great, the food was delicious, and I left completely satisfied.

A traditional Japanese restaurant with a refined atmosphere. We walked on the cobblestone path and entered a spacious tatami room with three of us. The restaurant was fully booked and seemed to be turning away customers without reservations. However, we were told that there was more seating available in another spacious tatami room. Luxurious. We ended up sharing a table with others. This place had a sunken hearth and a beautifully maintained garden, offering an elegant view. Today, we were taken to lunch by a friend's company president. When asked whether we preferred Japanese or Western cuisine, we chose Japanese without hesitation. We were taken to Oono-ya Aotakean, which seemed to be fully booked. How did that happen? The staff, dressed in traditional Japanese attire, served us smoothly. It felt like being in a different world, with a hostess-like atmosphere. We enjoyed the delicious dishes, made with high-quality ingredients and delicate flavors. Although we didn't know the prices, Oono-ya Aotakean seemed like a nice place. It turned out that the bento box we had, priced at 3,500 yen, was a good value for money. It was a delightful experience with S-chan. Thank you. We should visit again, as it's somewhat close to our home. A great day.

I had some business to attend to near Temmabashi, so I visited Onoya-san for lunch. I arrived right before the lunch order cut-off time at 1:20. There was no one else in the restaurant, so it felt like a private dining experience. The interior of the restaurant was elegant, and the garden was well-maintained. While I was tempted by the seafood bowl, I opted for the lunch set. When it arrived, it looked beautiful and luxurious. The taste was refined and truly represented Japanese cuisine. The set even came with a refreshing sorbet at the end, which left me satisfied. As someone who is currently on a diet, I appreciate that Japanese food is light on calories and doesn't feel greasy.