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Seasonal Private Kaiseki Course in Takayama – A One-of-a-Kind Dining Experience
45,000 yen / per person (service charge & tax incl.)
A message from the Chef
Takayama’s seasons are full of character. In spring, we gather mountain herbs; in summer, it’s river fish from clear streams. Autumn brings wild mushrooms, and in winter, we enjoy hearty game meat. These ingredients inspire the dishes I prepare each day.
At Sakana, I welcome just one group a day so I can give my full attention to each guest. Your experience begins at the counter with a seasonal course, then moves to Rakumian — a separate old-style house on the property with a traditional irori hearth. It’s like stepping into another time. On sunny days, we might grill over charcoal in the garden. In winter, you could be enjoying hotpot inside a snow kamakura.
I like to add a bit of playfulness to the experience, but always with care and respect for the season. If you’re looking for a truly local, memorable meal to share with someone special, I’d be honored to cook for you.
About
Tucked away in a quiet corner of Takayama, is an exclusive, reservation-only Japanese-style restaurant offering a fully private dining experience for just one group per day. From fresh mountain herbs and root vegetables to river fish and local sake, every ingredient is sourced from Takayama and the surrounding Hida region. The chef of restaurant Sakana personally crafts each dish based on what is freshest and most flavorful on the day of your visit.
But here, the setting is just as important as the food. Your experience begins with a counter-course meal before moving to Rakumian — a separate, traditional-style house on the property. Sit around the irori hearth as seasonal ingredients are grilled over charcoal. Depending on the time of year, you might find yourself dining by an outdoor stone garden, enjoying a hot pot inside a snow kamakura, or sipping dessert drinks back at the counter during a quiet bar-style finish.
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*All images shown are examples and may slightly differ from the menu served.
Menu
Locally-Sourced Ingredients
Every course is crafted from ingredients that are only available for that day and season. Whether it’s river fish grilled over open flames, hotpot in a snow kamakura, or a fireside feast under the stars, each element becomes a sensory experience.
With only one group served per day, each meal is a deeply personal encounter with the flavors and culture of Hida. Let your senses travel through the sights, scents, and tastes of this unforgettable journey.
More than a meal, this kaiseki experience is an immersive journey through Takayama’s seasons, traditions, and culinary spirit. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime food experience that can only be found here.
Seating
| Counter Seating | ◎ |
| Table Seating | ◎ |
| Japanese-style Tatami Seating | ◎ |
| Private Rooms | ◎ |
Hours
Hours: 5:30PM~9:30PM (Last Order 6:30PM)
Closed: Irregular Holidays
Additional Information
・No Smoking Allowed
・Guests must be 18 years of age or older
・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
Sakana (肴)
Location
Address
1126-1 Echigomachi Takayama, Gifu 506-0033