Waketokuyama
Overall Score
Six Dimensions
Introduction
This Michelin one-star Japanese kaiseki restaurant is located in Minami-Azabu, near Hiroo in Tokyo. It stands out for changing its menu every two weeks and for its delicate, season-driven cooking.
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Information
- Address
- 5-1-5 Minami-Azabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0047, Japan
- Phone
- +81 3-5789-3838
This restaurant is hardest-tier to book — consider an international hotel concierge as your first route. Direct platforms below may not have public availability.
How to book
This restaurant is among the hardest to book in its city. The realistic route for first-time visitors is through an international hotel concierge — Mandarin Oriental, Park Hyatt, Four Seasons, Aman, or the Ritz-Carlton can place the call with the appropriate introductions. Direct booking through public platforms is often unavailable; the few seats that do release publicly book out within minutes of opening (typically the first of the prior month).
English booking platforms covering this restaurant: Ikyu. If you are visiting Japan for the first time and this restaurant is on your shortlist, have your hotel confirm availability before committing to a date.
Frequently Asked
How do I book Waketokuyama?
Booking difficulty: Very Hard. English-language booking is available via Ikyu.
What is the price range at Waketokuyama?
Dinner runs ¥15,000–19,999. Prices are based on publicly disclosed bands; the actual bill depends on the seasonal menu, drinks, and any added courses.
Is Waketokuyama suitable for international visitors?
Yes — this restaurant has strong foreign-visitor accessibility. English menu or English-speaking staff is typically available, and foreign credit cards are accepted.
When is the best time to visit Waketokuyama?
Dinner is the main service. Avoid Japanese national holidays for the highest seat availability, and book at least six months in advance.