ristorante nakamoto (リストランテ ナカモト) Kizugawa

◆ Omakase Course JPY 22,000 ◆ Non-Alcoholic Tea Pairing JPY 0 (no additional charge) ◆ Alcoholic Wine Pairing (double portion) JPY 13,000 (JPY 4,500 + JPY 8,500) 【Total】JPY 58,300 (10% service charge included) Visit Date: Weekday at 12:00 PM (reservation) Number of Guests: 2 Duration: Approximately 2.5 hours We enjoyed a leisurely meal in a private room. Each dish was beautifully presented, making it a delight for the eyes as well. However, the pricing for the double portion of the wine pairing was a bit unclear on the menu. Less

A Hidden Italian Gem in Kizugawa City.The interior exudes a calming atmosphere with warm wooden accents. Soft natural light streams through large windows, allowing diners to enjoy their meals at comfortably spaced tables.I had the JPY 22,000 course.Non-alcoholic pairing: JPY 0.Here’s what I enjoyed:⚪︎ Beginning- Pancetta and Kujo green onion atop a madeleine.- A warm foam of Yamato tachibana on top of carbonated water mixed with Yamato tachibana juice and syrup, resembling a cute beer.⚪︎ Snacks- Grissini- Gougère Filled with fennel-infused finocchiona, kumquat compote, and lemon balm.- Sandwich-style tuile Stuffed with mortadella and goat cheese.- Prosciutto and mozzarella."Awa bancha, citrus, cardamom, elderflower."⚪︎ Seasonal Vegetable PlateA variety of 30 vegetables prepared by grilling, roasting, and boiling, served with a sweet and sour dressing sheet. Black olive powder is sprinkled to resemble soil."Genmaicha, matcha, cinnamon."【Bread: Croissant】⚪︎ Tenryu CatfishFried young sweetfish from the Tenryu River, served with asparagus sauce and dill oil. Combined with broad beans and grilled asparagus.Parmesan with balsamic."Oolong tea, cacao husk, cranberry, fig, black pepper, cinnamon."⚪︎ PiciPasta with an anchovy oil base, combined with spring cabbage, water celery, canola flower, Sardinian bottarga, and cheese."Japanese black tea, pineapple, apricot, dried apple."⚪︎ AgnolottiStuffed with homemade ricotta and sour cream, served with tear beans and mint sauce."Kabuse tea, vanilla beans."⚪︎ Young Lord from KasagiChicken breast and thigh cooked sous-vide and then grilled. Served with Italian parsley, micro herbs, and a paste of bell pepper and eggplant, topped with fond de veau sauce and Yamashiro green onion oil."Red wine reduction, cloves, star anise, black pepper, rooibos tea, cassis syrup."⚪︎ Yogurt and Olive OilYogurt mousse topped with sudachi sorbet, cacao nibs, and a drizzle of olive oil over semi-freddo.⚪︎ CafeChocolate raspberry ice cream and baked sweets.The vegetable plate featuring 30 varieties showcased the strength of the ingredients and was visually stunning. The main chicken dish was perfectly cooked and delicious. Even the small sweets were thoughtfully prepared, leaving me completely satisfied. I enjoyed a leisurely meal in a pleasant atmosphere. Less

I travel across the country in search of delicious food, focusing on Tabelog Award-winning restaurants, renowned establishments, and Michelin-starred places. I use this as a memo for the places I've visited, so my comments will be brief. I am grateful for my daily meals. It was a great meal.◆Awards◆Tabelog Bronze Award 2026Tabelog Italian WEST Top 100 Restaurants 2025◆Crowd Level◆I was able to make a reservation without any issues.◆Parking◆Available next to the restaurant.◆Duration of Stay◆Approximately 3 hours.◆Cuisine◆Lunch course.◆Comment◆This restaurant is located on the border of Kyoto and Nara.＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝- Scores are primarily based on the taste of the dishes within their respective genres.- Points may be added or deducted based on cost performance, service, and ambiance.- Facilities such as accommodations, roadside stations, and golf courses are rated on a 0.5 scale for the entire establishment. For detailed evaluation criteria, please refer to my profile.＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝Thank you for your "likes," "follows," and "saving the restaurant". I appreciate you taking the time to read this. I hope this helps you in choosing a restaurant. Less