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Bringing Fresh, Seasonal Seafood to Landlocked Yamanashi

Washoku Kaisen Gin

和食海鮮ぎん

Fresh Seafood and Expert Sushi Craftsmanship in Kofu

For fresh seafood in Yamanashi, "Washoku Kaisen Gin" serves reasonably priced seafood dishes prepared by a sushi chef. About a 5- to 6-minute walk from Zenkoji Station, the restaurant is easy to combine with sightseeing in the area.

Bringing Fresh, Seasonal Seafood to Landlocked Yamanashi

In landlocked Yamanashi Prefecture, "Washoku Kaisen Gin" makes fresh seafood easy to enjoy. The restaurant was founded on a simple wish: "We want local people to enjoy delicious seafood, too." Fresh seafood delivered that day and seasonal ingredients are carefully prepared using skills honed through experience as a sushi chef. Lunch features set meals and rice bowls, while dinner offers seasonal seafood dishes and alcoholic beverages. Sablefish marinated in sake lees, assorted sashimi, and nigiri sushi set meals are also popular. Lines often form before the restaurant opens for lunch, and it is not uncommon for reservations to fill the dining room. The restaurant is committed to serving fresh fish at reasonable prices, with recommended dishes reflecting what's available that day.

The "Gin Special Seafood Bowl," colorfully topped with seasonal seafood

Slightly sweet sushi rice and fresh tsuma garnish, prepared with equal care

A recommended small side dish to pair with the seafood bowl

"Gin's Special Seafood Bowl" Piled High with Seasonal Fish Shipped Directly from the Source

The signature "Gin Special Seafood Bowl" is piled high with seafood delivered directly from the source. It features fish chosen for their seasonal appeal, with the selection changing according to the day's supply, so each visit brings a different combination. Thick-cut seafood generously covers the rice, offering a variety of flavors and textures in every bite. The colorful presentation and generous portion add to its appeal. Slightly sweet vinegared rice and fresh shredded garnish complement the seafood and bring out its natural character. A good choice for anyone seeking authentic seafood in Yamanashi, it also suits a lunch stop while sightseeing in Kofu.

  • Fresh Seafood Sourced from Toyosu Market

    Seafood is sourced from Toyosu Market and other suppliers, using the day's fresh arrivals. Seasonal ingredients are prepared according to their freshness and condition, with methods chosen to bring out their individual qualities. Techniques developed through years as a sushi chef are reflected in the slicing and presentation of sashimi. Each ingredient is handled with attention to its character, expressing the flavors of the season in every dish.

  • Tuna Selected with a Discerning Eye

    The tuna is a particular focus for the owner, a former sushi chef who draws on years of experience to select the best available fish at the time. Each purchase is judged not only for freshness, but also for the quality of the flesh and fat content. Thick-cut tuna has a tender texture and rich umami. It stands out among the seafood served in the seafood bowl, allowing the tuna's natural flavor to come through fully.

Restaurant highlights

  • Seafood and à la carte dishes that pair well with drinks in the evening

    Seasonal Seafood and a Variety of À La Carte Dishes for Dinner

    At night, the menu expands to include sashimi and à la carte dishes made with seasonal seafood, offering a different selection from lunchtime. Japanese dishes that highlight the natural character of the ingredients pair well with sake and shochu. The restaurant suits after-work meals, family dinners, drinks with friends, and dining while traveling. Its calm atmosphere provides a relaxed setting for sharing food and conversation. It is a Kofu dinner spot for evenings when a slightly more indulgent seafood meal is in order.

  • A selection of sake, primarily from Yamanashi Prefecture

    An Evening of Seasonal Fish and Local Yamanashi Sake

    The sake selection focuses on labels from Yamanashi Prefecture, ranging from widely known brands to bottles chosen by the owner. Paired with seasonal sashimi and seafood dishes, the sake complements the delicate umami of the fish and brings out the character of both. The selection suits a meal centered on the food, an after-work drink, or an evening out while traveling in Yamanashi. Sake can be chosen to match the day's dishes or the occasion, with the calm interior providing a relaxed setting for food and conversation.

Interior

Seafood dishes in a traditional Japanese setting

A calm, relaxed setting for a leisurely meal

The calm, Japanese-style interior offers counter seating, tables, and private tatami rooms. The space accommodates a wide range of occasions, from solo lunches to meals with family or friends and anniversary celebrations. The private rooms provide added privacy, making them well suited to families with young children and groups looking to enjoy unhurried conversation. Counter seating is easy to use for solo diners, including after work or while traveling alone. It is a comfortable setting for taking time over dishes made with fresh seafood.

A message from the owner

If you're looking for seafood in landlocked Yamanashi, we'd love for you to visit our restaurant. We serve dishes with freshness and flavor that rival those found in coastal regions, offering seafood we believe will leave you satisfied. We opened the restaurant with the goal of becoming a place rooted in the local community, and we cherish our relationships not only with local residents but also with people visiting from outside the city and prefecture. We hope each new encounter will introduce someone to our restaurant and that these connections will lead even more people to discover us.

From the Tabiiro Editorial Team

The owner's warm, cheerful, and talkative personality makes it easy to see why the restaurant has so many repeat customers and fans. The owner enjoys conversations with everyone who visits and values the time each person spends at the restaurant. Seasonal seafood delivered directly from the source is cut into generous portions, making each piece especially satisfying. Skills developed over many years as a sushi chef are reflected in the restaurant's seafood dishes. The calm interior and Japanese-style scenery visible through the windows add to the relaxed atmosphere, making the restaurant appealing for both lunch and dinner.

Restaurant information / Access

Address
1-26-11 Zenkoji, Kofu City, Yamanashi
Map
Access
Train: 4-minute walk from Zenkoji Station on the JR Minobu Line; Car: 20 minutes from Chuo Expressway Kofu-Showa IC
TEL
+81-55-244-7371 Please let the staff know that you saw this on "Tabiiro."
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Opening hours
Lunch: 11:30 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. (LO 1:30 P.M.), Dinner: 5:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. (LO 9:30 P.M.)
Regular closing day
Sundays, 2nd and 4th Mondays
Average cost
Lunch: From 1,000 yen to 2,000 yen, Dinner: From 3,000 yen to 4,000 yen
Accepted payment methods

Cash accepted

Credit cards not accepted

E-wallet payments not accepted

QR code payments accepted
(PayPay)

Number of seats
30 seats
Parking
13 spaces
  • Private rooms available
  • Parking
  • Lunch
  • All seats are non-smoking
  • 5 min from station
  • QR code payments accepted
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Washoku Kaisen Gin

+81-55-244-7371 Please let the staff know that you saw this on "Tabiiro."
Address
1-26-11 Zenkoji, Kofu City, Yamanashi
Map
Opening hours
Lunch: 11:30 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. (LO 1:30 P.M.), Dinner: 5:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. (LO 9:30 P.M.)
Regular closing day
Sundays, 2nd and 4th Mondays