After finally wrapping up a big project, I decided to treat myself by making a reservation at this restaurant that had caught my interest for a long time."Akanezaka Onuma"Founded in 2020, Chef Onuma honed his skills at "Nihonryori Matsushita" before going independent. The restaurant specializes in kaiseki and kappo cuisine, focusing on fresh, natural ingredients sourced directly from Yamagata, where the chef is from. It operates on a reservation-only basis.■ AccessAbout a 3-minute walk from Akasaka Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line)About a 3-minute walk from Akasaka Mitsuke Station (Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line and Ginza Line)About a 5-minute walk from Tameike Sanno Station (Tokyo Metro Namboku Line and Ginza Line)■ Ordered Menu (Early June 2026)- Lunch Course "Hagi" JPY 18,700- Beverages: Sapporo Lager (medium bottle), Hiropiki Tokubetsu Junmai, Sharakusui Junmai Ginjo Nama, Imo Shochu Sato Kuro, etc.* An additional 10% service charge will be added to the total bill.The lunch course of the day consisted of 9 dishes, from appetizers to a sweet finish:- Appetizer: Yamagata-grown Fuki no Tō with fried tofu- Soup: Aomori crab meat dumpling with Yamagata fuki- Sashimi 1: Aichi grilled flat shell clam, asparagus, ponzu jelly, egg yolk vinegar- Sashimi 2: Okume Akashi meita-garei and sashimi of Sayama squid- Grilled Dish: Ehime white sweet sea bream- Hot Pot: Awaji Island conger eel with Yamagata root bamboo shoots (Gassan bamboo shoots)- Rice: Tsushima conger tempura with green onions, sudachi, and sansho in clay pot rice, served with red miso soup- Soba: Handmade soba by the chef, Suruga Bay sakura shrimp tempura- Sweet Finish: Passion fruit monaka■ ImpressionsI thoroughly enjoyed the dishes that showcased seasonal ingredients. The subtle bitterness, umami, and sweetness of the ingredients harmonized beautifully, creating a delicate yet powerful flavor that left me in awe.■ Atmosphere & Other DetailsIt’s easy to see why this restaurant is featured in the Michelin Guide. The friendly hospitality of the chef and the tranquil, adult-oriented hideaway ambiance are also appealing.I highly recommend this wonderful restaurant for a luxurious experience during anniversaries or special occasions, whether at the serene counter seats or in private rooms. Thank you very much for the delicious meal!