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'Kaiseki' Menu'Exclusive Kaiseki Dining Experience'
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If you’re planning a trip to Takayama and looking for an authentic kaiseki dining experience, don’t miss these exclusive kaiseki dining experiences available only through MACHIYA LOCALS. Each multi-course kaiseki dinner is prepared by local chefs and highlights seasonal ingredients from Takayama’s surrounding farms as well as fresh seafood delivered directly from the Hokuriku region.
Enjoy dishes featuring Takayama-grown vegetables, Hida wagyu beef, and regional specialties that reflect the area’s mountain climate and rich culinary heritage. From freshly prepared seafood to locally sourced produce, each course offers a refined taste of the region. If you’re wondering where to eat in Takayama, these exclusive kaiseki menus offer some of the city’s most memorable and authentic dining—perfect for both first-time visitors and food enthusiasts.
Book an 'Exclusive Kaiseki Dining Experience' in Takayama, Japan
The following original kaiseki menus have been curated by local chefs exclusively for guests who make a reservation via MACHIYA LOCALS:
- A unique kaiseki dinner menu exclusively available for reservations made through MACHIYA LOCALS.
7-Course Kaiseki with Hida Beef Japanese-Style Steak A MACHIYA LOCALS Original Kaiseki Menu: This premium course menu is centered around a 200g Hida Beef steak, paired with seasonal Japanese side dishes, locally-sourced Hida vegetables, and more.
8-Course Japanese-French Hida Beef Kaiseki Dinner A MACHIYA LOCALS Original Kaiseki Menu: Enjoy an 8-course premium Japanese-French dinner featuring hida wagyu beef, seasonal vegetables, various appetizers, and more.
9-Course Kaiseki with Unagi Two Ways & Grilled Hida Beef Enjoy a 9-course kaiseki featuring premium unagi (freshwater eel) prepared two ways alongside locally raised Hida beef. The course includes shirayaki, a traditional preparation of salt-grilled unagi served without sauce to highlight its natural flavor and texture, followed by grilled Hida beef. Unagi don, grilled freshwater eel served over steamed rice.
Takayama Sushi Kaiseki with Hida Beef, Otoro & Seasonal Nigiri Enjoy a sushi experience prepared and served at the counter. Highlights include Hida beef nigiri, premium otoro (fatty tuna), and 8 pieces of nigiri featuring fresh seafood selected according to the season. The course also includes an appetizer, chawanmushi (savory steamed egg custard), and miso soup.
Hida Beef Shabu-Shabu – 7 Course Kaiseki with Premium Local Ingredients A MACHIYA LOCALS Original Kaiseki Menu: Enjoy a 7-course premium A5 Hida beef menu featuring grilled Hida beef, Hida Beef Shabu-Shabu hot pot (200g), seasonal appetizers, and more.
Takayama Kaiseki with A5 Hida Beef Sukiyaki, Unagi & Premium Sushi Experience a premium Takayama kaiseki featuring A5 Hida beef sukiyaki, unagi kabayaki, Hida beef nigiri, fresh sashimi, and an otoro, chutoro and akami tuna tasting.
8-Course Unagi Kaiseki Prepared Two Ways: Shirayaki-style & Unagi Rice Bowl 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.
10-Course Vegetarian 'Shojin Ryori' Cuisine, Omakase-style A satisfying 10-course ‘shojin ryori’ vegetarian kaiseki dinner enjoyed in a restaurant with over 200 years of history. This unique kaiseki dinner can only be enjoyed in Takayama City as it uses seasonal mountain vegetables & local ingredients to serve appetizers, a noodle dish, a fried dish, a rice dish, simmered dish, and more.
Seasonal Private Kaiseki Course in Takayama – A One-of-a-Kind Dining Experience A one-of-a-kind Kaiseki Dining Experience. Each reservation is fully private for just one group per day. Enjoy a chef’s omakase dinner featuring both counter-course dining and a traditional irori hearth experience. Depending on the season, you may also dine by the garden, inside a snow kamakura, or finish with drinks at the bar counter.
Takayama Kaiseki Course with Seasonal Sashimi, Tempura & Nigiri Sushi Enjoy a traditional Japanese kaiseki course in Takayama featuring three appetizers, fresh sashimi, 3 pieces of tempura, 8 pieces of nigiri sushi, chawanmushi, miso soup, and dessert.
Hida Beef Sukiyaki Course – 7 Course Kaiseki with Premium Local Ingredients A MACHIYA LOCALS Original Kaiseki Menu: This 7-course premium kaiseki menu is centered around sukiyaki (A traditional Japanese hot pot dish), paired with seasonal Japanese side dishes, locally-sourced Hida vegetables, and more.
8-Course Premium Teppanyaki Kaiseki - A5 Hida Wagyu Beef (200g) & Sukiyaki An 8-course Premium Teppanyaki kaiseki featuring Takayama’s famous Hida wagyu beef prepared two ways: grilled A5 wagyu (200g) and sukiyaki-style. The menu also includes appetizers, a seasonal seafood dish, grilled vegetables, garlic rice, and more.
8-Course Teppanyaki Kaiseki - A5 Hida Wagyu Beef & Sukiyaki An 8-course Teppanyaki kaiseki featuring Takayama’s famous Hida wagyu beef prepared two ways: grilled and sukiyaki-style. The menu also includes appetizers, a seasonal seafood dish, grilled vegetables, garlic rice, and more.
