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Gensai

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Gensai

玄斎

4.4Est. 120Kobe, Kansai

Overview

Refined kaiseki dining specializing in seasonal ingredients and Kobe beef in a private room setting.

Refined kaiseki restaurant in Kobe that elevates seasonal Japanese cuisine to an art form, with multi-course meals that shift with the calendar to showcase the finest ingredients each month brings. Kobe beef makes regular appearances, prepared with a restrained hand that lets the marbling and flavor speak for itself, alongside delicate sashimi, grilled seasonal fish, and meticulously arranged vegetable dishes. Meals are served in private tatami rooms, creating an intimate setting where the chef can tailor the experience. Reservations are essential, as the restaurant seats only a small number of guests each evening, and the omakase format means you simply arrive and trust the kitchen.

Practical info

Japanese name
玄斎
Nearest station
Kencho-mae Station (5 min walk)
Payment
Cards accepted
Reservations
Reserve by phone (Japanese) at least 1-2 weeks ahead. Hotel concierge recommended for foreign visitors.
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
Service
Dine-in
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