I visited this place for the first time. I had the counter all to myself with a group of women. The lunch became lively with great conversations among the women. I was relieved that I didn't have to worry about disturbing others since we had the place to ourselves. The food was perfect in terms of presentation and taste. Every dish was delicious. Japanese cuisine using seasonal ingredients is truly amazing. I will definitely visit again.

I visited this restaurant based on a recommendation from another shop, and I was not disappointed. The skill of the chefs was evident in every dish, and I could feel the depth of both Kyoto and Osaka cuisine. The dishes were not only delicious but also filled with creativity and attention to detail. The lunch course for 5000 yen felt like a steal considering the quality. I look forward to trying the next level course next time. Despite being in business for 9 years, the young owner still has a bright future ahead.

I visited the Japanese kaiseki restaurant "Riku" in the Osaka Utsubo Park area. I don't usually eat Japanese food, but the flavors were gentle and the ingredients were of high quality, making it a wonderful experience. Personally, I was impressed by the dessert at the end, which looked like a Japanese garden. The only downside was that they do not accept AMEX. I hope they consider accepting it in the future, as many high-end restaurants have AMEX users.

I made a lunch reservation at 13:00. The weather forecast had predicted rain all day, but it started to clear up so I decided to visit Kyomachibori. The meal included: Seasonal Appetizer - cute set with daikon, soybeans, tofu, carrot, demon-shaped dish, burdock, shrimp, mountain yam, and rapeseed flowers. Soup - clam and red turnip with udo and wood sorrel. Sashimi - flounder and squid with homemade soy sauce and salt. Fried dishes - smelt, fuki buds, and burdock. Assorted dishes - asparagus with sesame dressing, mountain greens with yuzu miso, snow crab, oysters with seaweed, kumquats with Nara pickles, cutlassfish with butterbur sprouts. Rice dish - young burdock rice porridge with pickles. Dessert - hojicha blancmange with Tanba black beans, tuile, dried persimmon soaked in brandy, and Tanba black beans. Green tea was served as well.

There are many delicious restaurants in the area around Utsubo Park. This time, I visited "Riku" and had a 9-course meal, including dessert. When I made a reservation, I was told that there was no difference in the number of dishes between two courses, but the ingredients would be different. This time, I chose the higher course. - Appetizer: The homemade vinegar seasoning was to my liking. It had shrimp and various other ingredients, but I forgot the details. - Soup: The sea bream and fragrant mushrooms had a simple taste without the mushroom scent being overpowering. - Sashimi: Tuna, red sea bream, and squid - a beautiful and delicious sashimi dish. - Grilled dish: Mackerel and Tanba black beans - both the mackerel and beans were delicious, although I felt the mackerel this year had less fat. - Side dish: Lotus root with smoked salmon, salmon roe, Tanba chestnut, mozuku seaweed, homemade salmon roe and mushrooms, chrysanthemum greens with white sesame dressing, etc. I forgot the specific details as I was eating. The fish was delicious, maybe mackerel? - Tempura: Lotus root stuffed with karasumi, shiitake mushrooms, shiso leaf rolls - all were delicious and went well with alcohol. - Grilled dish: Duck with shiitake mushrooms on eggplant puree - the small piece of meat was delicious and a pleasant surprise. - Rice dish: Rice porridge with ginkgo nuts - it was delicious with the perfect amount of saltiness, easy to eat after feeling quite full by this point. - Dessert: Sweet potato yokan and Tanba chestnut - simple flavors that highlighted the ingredients. They also had a variety of drinks, including several types of champagne, wine, and sake from different regions. I had a luxurious time on a weekday afternoon. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

It was a long-awaited lunch with a friend, but I was quite nervous due to the spread of infectious diseases. However, we were escorted to a private room, which allowed us to enjoy our lunch with peace of mind. The staff at the restaurant was a man who also served us. The food was all very delicious with gentle seasoning, making it easy to eat. There were plenty of dishes, each to our liking. For sashimi and tempura, in addition to soy sauce and tempura dipping sauce, salt and seaweed salt were also provided, which we enjoyed very much. It was interesting to see dishes like beets and pickled mackerel combined. The dishes were beautifully presented in lovely tableware. We asked for two types of sake on recommendation and both suited our taste, making the meal even more enjoyable. The service was polite, and it was a restaurant we would like to visit again. My friend also expressed gratitude for booking such a great restaurant.

I visited the kaiseki restaurant "Riku" in Higobashi on this day. It is featured in the Michelin Guide Kyoto, Osaka, and Tottori 2019. I chose this restaurant for dinner during my business trip in Osaka, as it is close to my hotel and offers a relaxing dining experience with good food and drinks while maintaining social distance. The order for the day was as follows: - Course Menu for 10,000 yen: - Appetizer: Grilled conger eel with Kyoto watercress, mushrooms, grated daikon - Soup: Red sea bream and turban shell - Sashimi: Mongou squid, saury, mahata swordfish - Grilled dish: Mackerel marinated in miso and grilled ginkgo nuts - Small dishes: Lotus root with sweet red bean paste, and others - Fried dish: Ayu fish with roe, Naruto sweet potato, bell pepper, fig tempura - Main dish: Grilled Miyazaki pork with eggplant and sweet potato - Rice: Tamba black bean clay pot rice, pickles, miso soup - Dessert: Shibukawa chestnut Drinks: - Asahi Super Dry beer - Toyo Bijin Junmai Daiginjo from Yamaguchi - Sake from Mie and Aichi The most impressive dish of the day was the soup with red sea bream and turban shell. Although the restaurant has a Michelin star, the dishes were quite ordinary and lacked excitement. It felt like they were just faithfully reproducing what they learned at school or their training place, making the dining experience a bit boring. The selection of sake was good, but the food did not live up to it. The course seemed overpriced at 10,000 yen, as it felt more like a 6,000 yen course. Overall, it was a bit disappointing.

My son and I thoroughly enjoyed the Osaka Museum of History together. We had a reservation at Korira from 6:00 pm. We had hoped for à la carte, but when we made the reservation over the phone, we were informed that only set courses were available. We opted for the cheapest course at 8000 yen. First, we toasted with a refreshing beer. The beer in the thin glass was delicious. - Appetizer: Sesame tofu with a gentle sauce of chrysanthemum and vegetables. The flavor of the sesame tofu could have been stronger, but it was still delicious. - Soup: Shrimp, mushrooms, and Tsurumurasaki with its flowers. The broth was delicious, and the mushrooms soaked up the flavor well. The shrimp was tender, and the Tsurumurasaki flowers were cute and had a nice texture. - Sashimi: Tuna, squid, and seared hairtail with soy sauce or seaweed salt. The tuna was fatty and tasty, the squid had a good texture, and the seared hairtail was unique and delicious. - Grilled dish: Mackerel, maitake mushrooms with white miso sauce, fried maitake, and chestnut in red wine. The maitake mushroom sauce was flavorful and would be great as a vegetable dip. - Hassun: A variety of flavors to end the meal. Grapes and blue cheese, white sesame tofu, saury with miso, meat miso, fried ginkgo nuts, and ayu fish. The blue cheese grapes with cheese sauce paired perfectly with the dry sake "Yoshimoto." - Tempura: Fig, shishito pepper, anglerfish tempura, and sesame-coated sweet potato. The fig tempura was soft and sweet, and the tempura dipping sauce was delicious. - Main dish: Grilled rice ball with autumn salmon, pickles with ginger, kelp, and watercress. A luxurious salmon rice dish with a gentle broth. - Dessert: Kabosu milk pudding and chrysanthemum sherbet. Refreshing and tasty. - Japanese tea and almond cookie. We enjoyed three types of sake: Hidakami, Yoshimoto, and Harada. The variety of sake was impressive. The total bill for two people was 22,500 yen, which we found reasonable considering we didn't drink much. We enjoyed the serene and clean atmosphere of the restaurant, as well as the delicious Japanese cuisine served by the handsome and friendly owner. Thank you for the wonderful meal!

My friend came to Osaka on a business trip from Tokyo. I wanted to try something different from the usual North Shinchi area, so I found this Japanese restaurant on Tabelog in the Honmachi area. 【Location】 Located around the intersection of Kyomachi 1-chome, towards the west. The entrance has a cozy atmosphere and a lovely ambiance. 【Interior】 In addition to the counter, there are also small private rooms available. We were seated in a private room for two on this day. The design allows you to see the counter and kitchen, creating a comfortable and open space. Given the location, I think many guests would appreciate this style, making it a convenient layout. We opted for the 8000 yen course for this day. There were also 10000 yen and 12000 yen courses available. The staff explained the dishes to us in detail, but I got caught up in conversation with my friend and didn't take detailed notes, so this review may be a bit shallow. 【Courses】 - Appetizer: Chrysanthemum and mushroom in dashi broth. - Soup: Soft and clear soup with a hint of vinegar, possibly using conger eel. - Sashimi: Tasty sashimi with a variety of flavors. - Grilled dish: Black Japanese sea bass with a unique sauce made from shiitake mushrooms. - Appetizer: A balanced combination of grape cream cheese, fish, and vegetables. - Tempura: Red bell pepper, fig, and Japanese sea bass tempura. - Meat dish: Grilled Miyazaki pork with green tea powder. - Rice dish: Sichuan pepper rice porridge. - Dessert: Yogurt mousse and perilla sorbet. The 8000 yen course was satisfying, including a variety of dishes and quality ingredients. Overall, it was a great value for the price.

I visited this restaurant for the first time based on a friend's recommendation. While Japanese restaurants can sometimes seem intimidating at first, the warm and welcoming service here made me feel at ease. The food was not only delicious, but also made with care, allowing me to truly appreciate the seasonal flavors. The overall atmosphere and service were top-notch. I have found another restaurant that I want to become a regular at. Thank you for the wonderful meal. I will definitely be back. Delicious!

It is a place where you can easily enjoy traditional cuisine. The main focus is on the counter, but they also offer courses and a la carte options. They stay open late, so it might be a good choice for a second stop. The clean white counter creates a nice atmosphere. During my visit, there seemed to be more younger customers. While it is a counter seating, the vibe is more quiet dining rather than engaging in conversation. This aspect may vary depending on personal preference. Personally, I prefer a more lively atmosphere. Comfort: ★★★★☆ Situation: Alone, as a couple Noticed: Photography is allowed if no sound is produced There is a wide variety of a la carte options. They also have private rooms available. Likelihood of revisiting: ★★☆☆☆ Today's dishes: - Sanma (Pacific saury) wrapped in perilla leaves: 1000 yen - Nanohana (rapeseed blossoms) and shiitake mushrooms with sesame dressing: 800 yen - Mushroom ohitashi (boiled and seasoned vegetables) - Tachiuo (largehead hairtail) prepared dish - Duck with sauce - Modori katsuo (rehydrated bonito) rice bowl - Asahi Super Dry beer - Genshu (undiluted sake) - Suminoe (brand of sake)

Click/tap on the photo to enlarge. A few times a year, my foodie friend T and I go out for a nice lunch. This time, we had a long-awaited lunch on a Wednesday afternoon. The scorching heat of summer was ending, and the hint of autumn was in the air. We decided to have lunch here. I had a sudden craving for delicious Japanese cuisine, so I requested this restaurant, which is apparently hard to get a reservation at. Surprisingly, it was not full, probably because it was a weekday lunch. We were the only ones at the counter, with other customers in private rooms. The appetizer was fig, and we leisurely enjoyed the sashimi and crab miso soup. It had been three years since I last visited Rikyu. The last time, we had a mini-course lunch in a private room with six people. This time, we opted for the higher-end 5,000 yen course for dinner. It was definitely a step up from the mini-course. The grilled dish was saury with green edamame, a delightful combination. Next, we had an eight-dish course, which is always a highlight in Japanese cuisine. It was like a French hors d'oeuvre, with six different dishes beautifully arranged in a cute bowl. Each dish was a joy to savor. The simmered dish or soup with blackthroat seaperch and tempura were exceptional. The tempura had a crispy texture that you can't achieve at home. The seasonal vegetable tempura was a delight. Just like the mini-course last time, we ended with rice porridge, which is truly comforting and delicious. The dessert at Rikyu is always outstanding, and this time it was a warabi mochi dipped in some kind of honey. It was incredibly delicious. While I love French, Spanish, Thai, Vietnamese, and other cuisines, I still believe that the ultimate delicious cuisine is Japanese. There are too many reasons to list why, but from start to finish, I was completely satisfied. It was a sublime moment on a weekday afternoon. Thank you for the feast.

I was invited to visit the Michelin-starred restaurant "Riku" in Kyomachi-bori on this day! It's a user-friendly restaurant with a main counter and a la carte menu. The dishes were beautifully presented and the atmosphere inside the restaurant was lovely! The course meal consisted of classic Japanese cuisine, which felt a bit too traditional and ordinary, but it was delicious! Thank you for the meal!

Today we had Japanese cuisine! I visited for lunch before and the cost performance was good, so I decided to go for dinner. They offer both a la carte and course meals in the evening, and I chose the course meal. In conclusion, it was just average. The dishes left a very ordinary impression. The staff also seemed a bit lackluster and not very energetic. I believe the atmosphere of the restaurant during the meal is important. Considering the number of dishes, the price is quite reasonable! I might visit again if I have the chance. Thank you for the meal!

This is a blog post reviewing the lunch at the restaurant "Kyomachi Bori Rikyu" in Osaka. The restaurant has one Michelin star and is highly rated on Tabelog. The atmosphere is described as bright, clean, and comfortable, with a Scandinavian design. The concept of the restaurant is "traditional Osaka cuisine" and they offer set courses for dinner. The lunch menu includes a 3,000 yen course. The reviewer tried the 10,000 yen course and was impressed by the quality and creativity of the dishes. The chef, who trained at multiple Japanese restaurants, uses high-quality ingredients and the dishes are a blend of Japanese and Western flavors. The service was warm and attentive, making it a great dining experience. Overall, the reviewer highly recommends trying the lunch at Kyomachi Bori Rikyu.

I visited a young chef's restaurant after hearing that it had received one Michelin star. I ordered the 7500 yen course, which featured seasonal dishes using fresh ayu and sakura. The course was wonderful, with each dish showing great attention to detail. The portion sizes were just right, and the dishes were so beautifully presented that it felt almost a shame to eat them. The price was reasonable, and the quality of the food was on par with other more expensive restaurants. I will definitely visit again.

At the end of March, we had a celebration and decided to visit this restaurant with our family. It was our third visit. We reserved a ¥10,000 course. This time, we had a private room for the first time because we wanted to enjoy our meal and conversation in a relaxed way. The atmosphere was calm. We started by ordering drinks. I had a Junmai Ginjo Nama Genshu sake called Yuho, while others ordered beer, plum wine, grape juice, etc. The first dish served was a starter with green asparagus, snap peas, and young corn with sesame sauce, which was fresh and aromatic. The vegetables were full of flavor for this season. Next was the assorted sashimi with cherry sea bream, saury, flathead fish, mirugai, and medium fatty tuna. The cherry sea bream was a special touch for the celebration. Although it was a bit small, it was colorful and made us feel festive. The other sashimi pieces were all delicious and fresh. We continued with a simmered dish with golden eye snapper, bracken fern, spring vegetables, and shimeji mushrooms in a yuzu-flavored soup. The golden eye snapper was incredibly tasty, and the broth was excellent. It truly represented the beauty of Japanese cuisine. The grilled dish was sweet bream with burdock miso, garnished with squid ink for a beautiful presentation. The slight bitterness of the burdock miso complemented the sweetness of the bream, creating a delicious dish. We all exchanged smiles. Next was the appetizer platter with firefly squid, young burdock, chicken, fuki, and scallion with scallops in sake lees dressing, which all reflected the essence of spring. We enjoyed each dish while sipping our drinks. Then came the bamboo shoot simmered dish with abalone, which was a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, showcasing the essence of each ingredient. We paired this course with Shinpo Junmai sake and eagerly awaited the next dish. The finale was a deer steak with shiitake mushrooms, tender and flavorful, with a hint of pepper adding a nice touch. It was the most delicious dish of the evening, and we wished there was more to savor. The rice dish was a clay pot-cooked rice with sea bream and bamboo shoots, accompanied by red clam miso soup and pickles. The rice was fragrant with the flavors of the sea bream and bamboo shoots, and the clam miso soup was rich and flavorful. Of course, the pickles were delightful as well. For dessert, we had a strawberry mousse with bracken rice cake and sweetened mashed edamame sauce, a perfect blend of refreshing strawberry and nutty edamame flavors. Even the kids loved it. Every dish brought surprise and delight, showcasing the essence of traditional Japanese cuisine. The cost performance was excellent, and the service from the chef and staff was attentive and pleasant. The restaurant was clean, with a sense of sophistication, yet the private room had a cozy atmosphere. Everyone in the family was satisfied. We look forward to visiting again and enjoying delicious food and sake.

Visited on 1/31 for dinner. Ordered the 10,000 yen course with 2 draft beers. Had been feeling unwell for the past 3 days but finally felt better so decided to dine at a Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant in Honmachi. Still not feeling great, so I quickly got full. The deer dish was memorable, but the rest was just okay. The biggest issue was that the staff's voice was too soft and it was hard to hear and understand the details of the dishes. Overall, it was just okay. Thank you for the meal.

I want to eat delicious Japanese food. Tonight's guest requested it, so we decided to visit Riku in Kyomachi Hori. The interior of the restaurant is made of wood, creating a gentle and elegant atmosphere. The tables are wonderful, the chairs are comfortable, and the overall vibe is relaxing. The food is amazing and you can choose from two courses, with the option to upgrade with a reservation. Each dish is meticulously prepared with attention to detail. I wish I had come sooner. I am excited to see what kind of dishes Riku will offer in the future.

I had been curious about this restaurant for a while, so I decided to visit. They have a counter and tables in the back. This time, I chose the 10,000 yen course. The flavors were subtle and elegant. Everything was incredibly delicious. They also have a good selection of a la carte menu items, so I would like to try that next time.