
Surrounded by the sea and blessed with fresh seafood, Japan has created a wide variety of seafood gourmet dishes. When traveling across the country, be sure to visit the local spots and indulge in the regional delicacies that can only be found there. Here, we introduce the popular seafood gourmet ranking across Japan, as selected by "Tabiiro" readers.
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鎌倉海鮮 碧海-umi-鎌倉小町
Kanagawa
Kanagawa
鎌倉海鮮 碧海-umi-鎌倉小町
This restaurant, conveniently located just a three-minute walk from JR Kamakura Station, offers wild bluefin tuna. You can savor seafood dishes prepared with wild bluefin tuna and "Misaki tuna" directly sourced from Misaki Port in Kanagawa Prefecture while enjoying the view of the second torii gate of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, making it a popular spot for tourists visiting Kamakura. The "Superb Lean Meat" menu features a comparison of world-class quality wild bluefin tuna from Ireland and high-quality "Misaki tuna," kept fresh through advanced freezing technology immediately after being caught. Along with tuna, they also recommend the "Shirasu Donburi," limited to 10 servings per day, made with "Shonan Shirasu" from Hira Toshimaru, a whitebait fishing net maker at Sajima Port on the west coast of Yokosuka.
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小樽茶屋 里
Hokkaido
Hokkaido
小樽茶屋 里
This restaurant serves live seafood from Hokkaido. Outside, grilled items are served in a casual, stall-style setting, while inside, the menu features regional dishes such as "Oyster Soba" and "Oyster Chazuke." The oysters, known for their large size and satisfying texture, are served raw in summer and freshly grilled in winter. The broth that collects in the shell is also part of the experience, with lemon or Tabasco added for extra flavor. Oysters from various regions—including Akkeshi, Senposhi in Kushiro, Shiriuchi, and Lake Saroma—are offered seasonally, allowing a comparison of different origins. Another highlight of the grill is scallops, served as large pieces with concentrated umami.
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展望レストラン 和牛と牡蠣 宴 Wagyu & Oyster
Osaka
Osaka
展望レストラン 和牛と牡蠣 宴 Wagyu & Oyster
The restaurant's large windows overlook the Okawa River and Tenmabashi Bridge.At night, you can enjoy "Oiseushi," a brand of beef from Mie Prefecture, and fresh oysters while gazing at the glittering night view of the blue-lit Okawa River and the lights of the city.
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日本料理 越前がに 緒ばた
Fukui
Fukui
日本料理 越前がに 緒ばた
Conveniently located approximately a 12-minute walk from JR Fukui Station and approximately a 5-minute walk from Fukui Railway Fukui Castle Site Daimyocho Station. This Japanese restaurant is located in the Hamacho area, which once flourished as a high-end restaurant district, along the Asuwa-gawa River, famous for its cherry blossoms. Opened in March 2024 by the owner who served as head chef at the Japanese cuisine and teppanyaki restaurant "Mikuni" on the outskirts of Fukui City, the restaurant offers a traditional kaiseki course meal that makes use of seasonal ingredients from mainly the Hokuriku region, including Echizen crab sourced from Echizen Fishing Port and Mikuni Port. The highlight of the course is the tempura, which adds a touch of Japanese cuisine. Enjoy the true essence of Japanese cuisine along with the owner's performance behind the counter
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料亭 濱長
Kouchi
Kouchi
料亭 濱長
At Ryotei Hamacho, you can enjoy Japanese cuisine made with ingredients produced in the land of Tosa, which is rich in food, seasoned with dashi, seasonings, and condiments, and presented in a seasonal style. You can enjoy delicious food that stimulates all five senses, such as the beautiful appearance, the exciting aroma, the texture that predicts the taste, and the sound you can hear from the crunch. One of the attractions is the ozashiki play, an essential part of the Tosa drinking party, where you can mingle with geishas, locals, and waitresses. We have prepared games that will make you laugh, from bekuhai and chopstick fisting to the Shibaten Dance performed in harmony with song. Indulge in exquisite cuisine and playful moments with geisha, and let yourself forget the passage of time in the enchanting "Tosa Time."
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ウニツウmasa
Hokkaido
Hokkaido
ウニツウmasa
A restaurant directly operated by Maruga Ogawa Foods, a sea urchin processing factory in Ishikari City, Hokkaido, where the finest seasonal sea urchin can be enjoyed year-round. The menu also features a rich selection of fresh seafood, focusing on seasonal delicacies from Hokkaido alongside premium selections from across Japan.
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料亭 大宮 一の家
Saitama
Saitama
料亭 大宮 一の家
Founded in 1885, "Ichinoya, Ryotei Omiya" preserves the traditional flavors that have been handed down through generations. In a serene, sukiya-style setting, guests can savor kaiseki cuisine prepared with carefully selected seasonal ingredients, including premium items such as Japanese Black beef, soft-shelled turtle, pufferfish, and abalone. All dining rooms are completely private, featuring tatami rooms, sunken kotatsu tables, and Western-style seating—ideal for every occasion, from weddings and celebratory gatherings to large year-end parties and casual dining. Surrounded by lush greenery, the restaurant offers heartfelt hospitality and an elegant dining experience steeped in history.
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料亭 玉家
Saitama
Saitama
料亭 玉家
Enjoy a kaiseki meal while overlooking a beautiful garden centred around a 100-year-old cherry tree, featuring traditional culinary techniques. Spend a special time in a high-quality Japanese space that is also used as a filming location for movies and dramas.
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魚料理 びびんや
Miyazaki
Miyazaki
魚料理 びびんや
"Bibi" is a word for fish in the Nichinan region. "Bibin - ya" is located in front of the fishermen's cooperative in Aburatsu Port, and offers 100 types of original dishes made with fresh local "bibi". The owner's special dish, which uses yellowfin or bigeye tuna depending on the dish, is hearty and reasonably priced. The most recommended course is the tuna course, which includes sashimi and steak, as well as unusual dishes such as tuna tempura with mustard soy sauce and simmered tuna tripe called gonguri. Ise lobsters, which are in season from September, are large in size and delicious with a soft texture. Let's enjoy extremely fresh spiny lobsters made with the blessings of the Kuroshio Current at a reasonable price.
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かに喰亭 ますよね
Fukui
Fukui
かに喰亭 ますよね
This restaurant is located in Nihonkai Sakana - machi, one of the largest markets on the Sea of Japan side in Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture, and is run by Masuyone, a popular online crab store. In the spacious space with 120 seats, you can enjoy seafood bowls full of seasonal seafood and plump, steamy crab dishes. "Masuyone" handles over 200 tons of crabs a year, and during the season when Echizen crabs and Echizen Seiko crabs are landed, they purchase them directly at auctions and serve them freshly boiled. They also partner with a Canadian factory to ensure a stable supply of high - quality crabs throughout the year. In addition to crabs, they also sell seafood at the facility.
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岩佐寿し
Tokyo
Tokyo
岩佐寿し
A long - established sushi restaurant that continues from Tsukiji Market, located on the 3rd floor of Toyosu Market's Fisheries Intermediate Wholesale Building. With the motto of "Freshness First," the proprietress serves carefully selected seasonal seafood that remains fresh. The restaurant is so popular that even after its relocation, regular customers continue to visit it.
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函館海鮮料理 海光房
Hokkaido
Hokkaido
函館海鮮料理 海光房
A seafood restaurant that focuses on freshly caught, boiled, and freshly prepared seafood. Seafood freshly caught that day swims in a huge fish tank inside the store, and you can have it processed and cooked on the spot. Enjoy the freshness that can only be found at a crab and live fish wholesaler's directly managed store.
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二条市場 でめきん
Hokkaido
Hokkaido
二条市場 でめきん
Demekin, located in Sapporo's Nijo Market, opens at 6 a.m. daily. Named for its "eye-poppingly delicious seafood," the restaurant serves fish freshly sourced each morning from markets in Otaru and Nemuro. Specialties include house-dried salmon harasu and homemade soy-marinated salmon roe. Hokke from Shiretoko’s Rausu region is notable for its large size and rich fat content, offered at reasonable prices. Pair the fresh seafood with the restaurant's signature dipping soy sauce, enhancing the natural flavors. Reservations are available, making it a convenient choice for tourists planning their visits.
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日本料理 松江 和らく
Shimane
Shimane
日本料理 松江 和らく
A celebrated Japanese restaurant in Matsue City, renowned for showcasing seasonal ingredients sourced from across the San'in region. A large on-site tank holds a rotating selection of fresh seafood landed locally throughout the year, prepared à la minute for an exceptional dining experience. The rare opportunity to savor live crab year-round—ranging from lively snow crab to wintertime Matsuba crab—sets this establishment apart. Another highlight is the popular "Shinjiko Shitchin Seiromeshi", a signature steamed rice dish featuring all seven famed delicacies of Lake Shinji. Conveniently located near JR Matsue Station, the restaurant maintains an approachable ambiance despite its refined setting, attracting both locals and travelers seeking an authentic taste of Matsue.
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伊勢志摩みやげセンター王将 鳥羽本店
Mie
Mie
伊勢志摩みやげセンター王将 鳥羽本店
There is a wide selection of products, from classic souvenirs that are synonymous with Ise - Shima to niche rare items. There are 4 stores in total, and the Toba Flagship Store also has a restaurant where you can enjoy the blessings of Ise - Shima, and a spacious parking lot is also a great feature. If you come to Ise - Shima, this is a place you definitely want to stop by.
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料亭 暢神荘
Gunma
Gunma
料亭 暢神荘
"Ryotei Chojinso" was built in 1900 in Tsubaki Town, central Takasaki, as a businessman’s villa. It became a ryotei in 1955, named after the character "Chojin" from a calligraphy gifted by a visiting imperial family member during the Meiji era (1868–1912). The 1,000 m² garden is home to two free-roaming peacocks. The kaiseki course offers eight to eleven dishes using "Joshu beef" and local vegetables, updated every two months with occasional Western touches. All nine rooms are private and vary in size, making it ideal for celebrations, engagements, and family gatherings. Catering and lunch boxes are also available.
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ひょうたん寿司
Shizuoka
Shizuoka
ひょうたん寿司
This sushi and seafood restaurant is located in Izunagaoka Onsen Town, Shizuoka. The sushi rice is made with red vinegar, giving it a sweet taste and making it a favorite among locals. For lunch, you can enjoy the popular "Kaisendon" (seafood bowl), and there are plenty of other fish dishes available besides sushi. All are fresh and delicious, making them perfect as snacks.
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ふく処 快
Yamaguchi
Yamaguchi
ふく処 快
Located in Tokuyama, the birthplace of longline fishing, "Fukudokoro Kai" offers an authentic fugu (pufferfish) dining experience. This modern-style fugu restaurant is nestled near the port, slightly away from the city center. The dining space provides a comfortable, semi-private atmosphere where guests can enjoy fresh, high-quality ingredients served in robust Imashiro ware bowls under soft lighting. The restaurant also boasts a wide selection of Japanese sake, including "Kai," crafted specifically for fugu hire-zake (grilled pufferfish fin-infused sake), as well as shochu and plum wine—allowing diners to fully immerse themselves in a "Ko-fuku (happiness-filled)" experience. Signature dishes include "Fugu no Sumibi Yaki" marinated in a special sauce, and hearty fugu dishes are available year-round.
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猿々楽々 えびす通り店
Hiroshima
Hiroshima
猿々楽々 えびす通り店
"Enengakugaku Ebisu" is located in the Ebisu Street shopping arcade. It is in the Nagarekawa area of Naka Ward, Hiroshima City, known as the Chugoku region's most bustling downtown area. Based on a unique menu of Hiroshima specialty cuisine, the restaurant offers high-quality meals that are reasonably priced yet defy the common sense of all-you-can-eat and drink. Enjoy unlimited amounts of gourmet dishes that capture the soul of Hiroshima, such as "Kaki Cancan-yaki", oysters steamed in a can over an open flame, a traditional fisherman's dish, "Hiroshima specialty Gansu", a fried fish cake, and "Kokusan-gyu Corne Aburi (lightly seared domestic beef corne)", which has been popular since the restaurant opened. The restaurant also caters to large groups, offering private rooms for banquets, girls’ nights, and other gatherings.
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甘味とお食事処 みつのもり
Ehime
Ehime
甘味とお食事処 みつのもり
This cafe is located near the "Matsuyama Castle Ropeway Station" in Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture. The signature shaved ice, made with homemade syrup, is a hugely popular menu item, selling around 5,000 bowls in a summer. In addition to meals like lunch and sea bream rice, they also serve sweets and drinks, making it a relaxing spot.
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