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- Justin Hurst added a new meal Dinner at The Kayotei at かよう亭
Kyoto + Kanazawa + Kaga Onsen Autumn Trip
Yamanaka Onsen: Kayotei Ryokan @kayotei_ryokan
Breakfast at Kayotei. Named the Best in Japan, and I have little reason to argue. Their focus on local producers and artisans makes it extra special. Starts with tea and umeboshi under the kotstsu in your room, then off to the garden view for a huge... More
Kyoto + Kanazawa + Kaga Onsen Autumn Trip
Yamanaka Onsen: Kayotei Ryokan @kayotei_ryokan
Breakfast at Kayotei. Named the Best in Japan, and I have little reason to argue. Their focus on local producers and artisans makes it extra special. Starts with tea and umeboshi under the kotstsu in your room, then off to the garden view for a huge spread that just keeps coming. Extra thanks to the lovely staff that taught me a neat trick for deboning grilled fish. Less
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- Justin Hurst added a new meal Dinner at レストランエンヌRestaurant N at Restaurant N
Kyoto + Kanazawa + Kaga Onsen Autumn Trip
Posting a bunch of places all at once, since I’m way behind.
Kanazawa: Restaurant N @restaurant_n
An unexpected find, recommended by a friend. Good modern French food with an excellent selection of Japanese and natural wine.
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- Justin Hurst added a new meal Dinner at すし処めくみ at Sushidokoro Mekumi
Kyoto + Kanazawa + Kaga Onsen Autumn Trip
Posting a bunch of places all at once, since I’m way behind.
Kanazawa: Sushi Mekumi @sushidokoro.mekumi
Yamaguchi-san is not serving typical sushi. Our crab course started with five different types of crab in seven preparations, followed by some bycatch shrimp and whelk, then on to nigiri. Superb... More
Kyoto + Kanazawa + Kaga Onsen Autumn Trip
Posting a bunch of places all at once, since I’m way behind.
Kanazawa: Sushi Mekumi @sushidokoro.mekumi
Yamaguchi-san is not serving typical sushi. Our crab course started with five different types of crab in seven preparations, followed by some bycatch shrimp and whelk, then on to nigiri. Superb flavors, delicate shari, and great saké pairings. A must-go, 100% worth the trip. Less
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- Justin Hurst added a new meal Dinner at Vena at Vena
Kyoto + Kanazawa + Kaga Onsen Autumn Trip
Posting a bunch of places all at once, since I’m way behind.
Kyoto: Vena @vena.kyoto
Great lunch with nice wine pairings. Want to go back with a group and take advantage of their deep cellar.
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- Justin Hurst added a new meal Dinner at 鳥かど at Torikado
Second dinner. Epic Yakitori at Tori Kado. (鳥かど). Reservations are quite hard to get, but showing up around 9:45 and asking very nicely just might snag you a seat. 12 skewers, two sides, and a half rice bowl. “Short” course. Very, very refined.
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- Justin Hurst added a new meal Dinner at 鮨竹 at Sushi Take (鮨竹)
Early dinner at Sushi Take (鮨竹) in Ginza. In addition to delicious sushi with a pronounced red vinegar-style rice, it’s quite notable for having a female chef. She’s not only extremely talented, but also utterly delightful. Recommended.
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- Justin Hurst added a new meal Dinner at Takazawabar at Takazawa
Amazing how good a “bad vintage” can taste if it’s been stored well for decades.
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- Justin Hurst added a new meal Dinner at ねいろ屋 at setouchi noodle Neiroya (setouchi noodle ねいろ屋)
Ramen and kakigori? What a perfect combination. Pictured here - shoyu ramen and special lemon ramen. Sake lees and citrus, and Sakura/Apple kakigori. Delicious. With the always delightful @ronrage.
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- Justin Hurst added a new meal Breakfast at 焼鳥今井 at 新宿 今井屋本店
Highlights from another amazing meal at @yakitoriimai Lover and strawberry, young bamboo shoots, white asparagus, chicken oyster, and of course some Volnay 1er to wash it down.
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An exuberance of magnificently aromatic Alba truffles at @toshikiwatanabe’s In Bosco. Not pictured, the enormous truffle he chopped up and made “truffle chip” ice cream with. Just unreal.