Takayama offers one of Japan’s most authentic kaiseki dining experiences, immersing travelers in the world of Japanese cuisine that celebrates both seasonality and local ingredients. A typical Takayama kaiseki meal features regional specialties such as Hida wagyu beef, mountain vegetables, fresh sashimi, tempura, and delicacies that showcase the rich food culture of the Hida region.
Each dish is designed to express the spirit of the current season and bring out the natural flavors of the region, with menus changing to reflect the freshest local produce, river fish, and even seafood delivered daily from Toyama and Tokyo markets.
Take a look at the video above to learn more about this traditional Japanese restaurant and be sure to book a table the next time you are in Takayama!
Hanahouchou Oshita in Hida Takayama, Japan, is a kaiseki (multi-course Japanese cuisine) restaurant where chef Hiroki Oshita crafts seasonal dishes using fresh, local ingredients, inspired by his father and traditional techniques. The restaurant is known for specialties like Hida stone-grilled beef and carefully prepared courses that highlight the essence of each season. Located conveniently near Takayama Jinya and the morning market, this is the perfect place for a taste of Takayama.
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