Using a minimalist but highly artistic approach to food, Chef Yoshihiro Narisawa offers a fusion of flavors that defies categorization as either Japanese or French but is rather a brilliant blend of both cuisines. Narisawa in Aoyama is ideal for those in search of fine dining that promises to appeal to your senses and leave you in awe. The deceptively simple décor here belies the scrumptious meals on offer. The chef’s attention to detail culminates in seasonal cuisine dishes that combine organic and sustainable ingredients. Sample the exotic menu, which changes seasonally, and relish some of the finest Japanese wines on offer at Japan’s premier fine dining restaurant, Narisawa.
L'Effervescence is a wonderful restaurant by chef Shinobu Namae. The chef takes diners through a delightful gastronomic journey with his skillful creations in the kitchen. The twist is not only a blend of Japanese ingredients with French techniques but also the dramatic presentation of every dish. This establishment has a feel of exclusivity is not only in its location, which is a bit difficult to find, but even in its publicity. It is just the word-of-mouth praise of its patrons that has created a stir on the culinary map of Tokyo. Truly a memorable dining experience that will remain etched in your mind for a long time.
The people who created this restaurant brought with them a very festive Carnival spirit straight from Brazil. The festive atmosphere here turns every meal into a party and the excitement helps diners to continue to feed on simple but filling Brazilian buffet fare. The all-you-can-eat Viking dinner menu offer includes Churrasco sets. The accompanying side dishes found here are delicious and should not be passed up.
The famous Japanese cooking show Iron Chef may be off the air in its home country, but it has gained a great deal of international fame over the years. As a result, many visitors from abroad will be sure to recognize the proprietor of Rokusantei, Iron Chef Japanese, Mr. Rokusaburo Michiba. World-renowned as one of the finest practitioners of Japanese cuisine alive, Mr. Michiba's culinary skills make this restaurant one of Ginza's most famous eateries. Specializing in kaiseki ryori (a traditional, multi-course Japanese meal) with Mr Michiba's iron touch, diners will find the cuisine here beautiful, intricate and undeniably delicious.
Aficionados of good French food in an elegant room together with candles, mirrors, upholstered chairs, waiters in tuxedos and covered serving dishes, will not be disappointed with the Azur. Located on the second floor of the Yokohama Grand-Intercontinental Hotel (the sail-shaped hotel at Minato Mirai), Azur has 16 tables of which 12 are round. Gray tablecloths and gray napkins combined with chandeliers and lavish fabric wallpapering puts you in the center of opulence. There is also a private room which seats 12.
Since its opening in 1998, the Compass has been a favorite of those who like buffets. Japanese items include traditional miso soup, rice, nori (seaweed) and pickles. The Western cuisine includes fried or scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, a wide selection of fruit, salads, juices, and tasty goodies from the hotel's bakery. The atmosphere is relaxed--rather like a boating club. With a capacity seating of 200 you can find a table near a palm tree or try one close to the rotisserie where you can enjoy the smell of roasting meat.