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8-Course Unagi Kaiseki Prepared Two Ways: Traditional Shirayaki-style & Unagi Rice Bowl

11,000 yen / per person (service charge & tax incl.)

Enjoy an 8-course kaiseki centered around premium unagi (freshwater eel). This thoughtfully prepared course features two seasonal appetizers, fresh sashimi, traditional shirayaki (salt-grilled unagi), and the restaurant’s signature unagi rice bowl. Experience the rich, delicate flavor of freshwater eel through two distinct preparations that showcase its natural taste and texture.

A message from the Chef

After training in Kyoto, I opened my restaurant here in Hida Takayama over ten years ago. Since then, I have remained committed to bringing out the natural flavors of the finest seasonal ingredients.

I carefully combine fresh seafood sourced from Toyama and Ishikawa with locally grown Hida ingredients to create dishes that reflect the changing seasons. Every meal is prepared with care, and my goal is for each guest to leave truly satisfied.

I invite you to relax in our peaceful Japanese setting and enjoy a meal that celebrates the beauty of each season. I look forward to welcoming you.

About

Just a short walk from Takayama’s historic Old Town, Shunshoku Mitsuyoshi is an intimate Japanese restaurant run by a chef who trained in Kyoto and a proprietress who is a certified sake sommelier (Kikisake-shi).

Drawing on his Kyoto training, the chef prepares refined seasonal Japanese cuisine using fresh seafood delivered from Toyama and Ishikawa alongside locally sourced Hida vegetables. From delicately prepared soup dishes infused with aromatic dashi to carefully grilled specialties and beautifully arranged hassun appetizers, each course reflects a deep respect for seasonal ingredients.

Complementing the cuisine, the proprietress thoughtfully introduces guests to a selection of regional sake, carefully chosen to pair with each meal. Combined with the couple’s warm hospitality and the restaurant’s tranquil atmosphere, dining at Shunshoku Mitsuyoshi offers a memorable experience that celebrates the flavors of the season.

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Course Menu

Experience Traditional Kaiseki in Takayama with Fresh Seafood from Toyama & Ishikawa

Just a short walk from Takayama’s historic Old Town, Shunshoku Mitsuyoshi is an intimate Japanese restaurant run by a chef who trained in Kyoto and a proprietress who is a certified sake sommelier (Kikisake-shi).

Drawing on his Kyoto training, the chef prepares refined seasonal Japanese cuisine using fresh seafood delivered from Toyama and Ishikawa alongside locally sourced Hida vegetables. From delicately prepared soup dishes infused with aromatic dashi to carefully grilled specialties and beautifully arranged hassun appetizers, each course reflects a deep respect for seasonal ingredients.

Guests can also enjoy a curated selection of regional Japanese sake, carefully chosen to complement each meal. Combined with the chef’s warm hospitality and the restaurant’s tranquil atmosphere, dining at Shunshoku Mitsuyoshi offers a memorable experience that celebrates the flavors of the season.

Seating

Counter Seating
Table Seating
Japanese-style Tatami Seating
Private Rooms

Dining Details

Vegetarian/Vegan Menu×
Gluten-Free Menu×
Food AllergiesPlease inquire.
Additional À la carte MenuPlease inquire.
Children Under 13
Smoking×
Private Room×

Hours

6PM~10PM (Last Entry 8PM)

Closed: Wednesdays

Additional Information

・No Smoking Allowed
・Children Welcome. (No children’s kaiseki menu available. À la carte available)
・Guests within the same group must order the same course
・Please contact the restaurant directly if you expect to be late. If you arrive significantly past your reservation time, your reservation may be canceled, and a 100% cancellation fee will apply.

Restaurant Name

Mitsuyoshi

Location

Address

2 Chome-83 Babamachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0838

'Kaiseki' Menu