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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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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魚夏
Kagawa
Kagawa
魚夏
Located about a 5-minute walk from JR Yashima Station, "Uonatsu" is a Japanese and seafood restaurant with roots dating back to 1917 as a fishmonger. Utilizing the expertise and techniques honed over its long history, the owner personally selects fresh seafood from the Seto Inland Sea every morning. The restaurant offers high-quality Japanese cuisine in a calm atmosphere. Private and semi-private rooms with sunken kotatsu seating provide an ideal setting for important gatherings. The counter seating is perfect for solo diners to enjoy food and sake casually. A spacious hall with a stage and karaoke is also available, making it suitable for year-end and New Year parties, welcome and farewell gatherings, and meals during sightseeing tours.
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海の上食堂 浮橋
Kochi
Kochi
海の上食堂 浮橋
A seaside restaurant about a 15-minute drive from the Susaki East IC on the Kochi Expressway. Loved by locals for over 50 years, it was temporarily closed in 2020 but reopened in 2022 under new ownership. Patrons can savor fresh, locally sourced shellfish paired with secret sauces in a serene setting overlooking the sea. Signature dishes include the "Kai Meshi" (clam rice) and "Ukihashi Teishoku" (set meal), attracting visitors from across Japan.
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鮨 たけうち
Osaka
Osaka
鮨 たけうち
An Edomae sushi restaurant that opened in Namba, Osaka in July 2022. The restaurant is particular about not only the quality of its sushi, but also its private space with the warmth of wood that makes you forget the hustle and bustle of the city as soon as you step inside.
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魚喰いの大間んぞく
Aomori
Aomori
魚喰いの大間んぞく
A restaurant located in Omasaki, the northernmost tip of Honshu. Speaking of Oma, tuna fishing has a history of over 100 years. The owner of this shop, known only to those in the know among tuna fishermen, is the No. 38 Miyoshi Maru fisherman who, in 2001 and 2013, set the highest bid price ever for a father and son. The owner, who is also a fisherman, works as a team to keep the restaurant lively, with his wife doing the Dish. Our specialty is tuna, which is handled in - house from landing to processing. In addition to tuna dishes such as the "3 - color tuna bowl" and "3 - color tuna sashimi set meal" with large fatty tuna, medium fatty tuna, and red meat, you can also enjoy set meals and a la carte dishes of atka mackerel.
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福寿司 本店 福よ来い
Yamanashi
Yamanashi
福寿司 本店 福よ来い
Fukuzushi Main Branch, located about a 15-minute walk from JR Kofu Station, has been serving customers since 1970. Operated by a second-generation owner trained in a prestigious Ginza restaurant, this traditional sushi establishment brings the art of sushi-making to Yamanashi Prefecture, a landlocked region. The menu features expertly prepared seasonal fish, including "Seto Inland Abalone," "Seared Monkfish Liver," "Marinated Sushi," and "Fresh Sea Eel Sushi." The "Seasonal Delicacies Course," which combines sushi with creative seasonal dishes, is a must-try. Visitors can also enjoy a unique sushi-making experience, complete with a traditional headband, making it a memorable part of their trip.
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明石昼網鮮魚と地元料理のうまい店 味兵衛
Hyogo
Hyogo
明石昼網鮮魚と地元料理のうまい店 味兵衛
A beloved izakaya located just a 2-minute walk from JR Sannomiya Station has been serving customers for over 40 years. The menu features specialties from Hyogo Prefecture, such as fresh fish caught during the daytime haul, locally brewed sake, and premium "Kobe Beef." The restaurant values connections with producers, using locally sourced vegetables to complement its dishes. Guests can enjoy Hyogo's culinary delights while supporting the revitalization of the local community. In addition to fresh seafood and Kobe beef, courses featuring black wagyu shabu-shabu are also popular. With its casual and welcoming atmosphere, it's an ideal spot for friends or colleagues to gather.
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日本料理 鷹の羽
Shizuoka
Shizuoka
日本料理 鷹の羽
A Japanese restaurant located about a 5-minute walk from Shizuoka Railway Shin-Shizuoka Station.The menu features three courses: "Omakase Course 9,900 yen", "Omakase Course 13,200 yen", and "Omakase Course 16,500 yen". The dishes are primarily made with locally sourced ingredients from Shizuoka Prefecture, complemented by carefully selected seasonal ingredients from across Japan.The restaurant offers a curated selection of Japanese sake, including options from Shizuoka Prefecture and other regions, to pair perfectly with the dishes. Additionally, they serve a variety of beverages, including Japanese and international wines, beer, shochu, whiskey, and soft drinks.With only counter seating, the restaurant provides a tranquil atmosphere where guests can enjoy freshly prepared food while watching the chefs at work.
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料亭 濱長
Kochi
Kochi
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 tatami 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 shibaten dance, which dances to songs. Let's enjoy "Tosa time" and forget about time with the finest food and playing with geisha.
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瀬戸内料理 広起
Hiroshima
Hiroshima
瀬戸内料理 広起
A Japanese restaurant where you can enjoy seafood from the Seto Inland Sea with sake. In addition to fish dishes such as sashimi and grilled fish, there is also a wide selection of meat dishes, and if you make a reservation at least one day in advance, you can also have menus such as fried chicken and fried shrimp available. If you want to enjoy Hiroshima's Japanese cuisine, we recommend the "Hiroki Course," and if you want to fully enjoy Hiroshima, we recommend the "Setouchi Course." Also, the unique general manager is one of the attractions of this store. Even if you sit at the counter, you can enjoy your time alone while enjoying the story of the chef. There are also monthly event dishes, so there's something new to discover no matter how many times you visit. They are celebrating their 30th anniversary in 2020 and are currently distributing special coupons.
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海鮮レストラン なぎさ
Miyagi
Miyagi
海鮮レストラン なぎさ
Cottu, a tourism and product exchange facility located in Whale Town Oshika, a tourist facility on the Oshika Peninsula, opened in October 2019 in Ayukawahama, Ishinomaki City, Miyagi Prefecture. "Seafood Restaurant Nagisa" inside is a restaurant operated by "Shimashu no Yado Sakai", an inn located on the peninsula. Ayukawa is famous for its whale dishes and seafood dishes. The minke whale sashimi set meal, which can only be served fresh, and the set meal using seafood caught off the coast of Mt. Kinka in Sanriku, one of the world's best fishing grounds, are recommended. You can use the lobby inside Cottu as well as inside the store. You can enjoy your meal while looking out at the sea from the terrace seats.
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