Originally Posted by EuropeanPete

Just back from a quick stop in Tokyo. Had my first proper legit kaiseki meal at Ginza Okuda (1*, sister restaurant of a 3* from the same owner). One of those places which takes food sourcing so seriously they have a whole set of reference books to show you what you’re eating and experience so seriously that no perfume is allowed and even the toilets look like Balinese spas. The experience had the “wow” factor you expect with fine food and service, but was also super friendly, and they were well equipped to deal with English/ French speakers.

The first entirely new experience in fine dining I’ve had in years. Despite some tastes and textures being a bit odd to my western palette, I thought the whole thing was exceptional. They have a restaurant in Paris, so I might need to drop by soon.