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Japanese cuisine

People 6 min.

Two Chefs, Two Stars: Chefs Ensui and Hakuun on their Shared Success

After training together at RyuGin, chefs Ryusuke Ito of Ensui and Shingo Sakamoto of Hakuun reflect on their parallel journey from One to Two MICHELIN Stars.

Features 1 min.

Paris’ Chizuko Kimura: The First Female Sushi Chef to Earn a MICHELIN Star

At Sushi Shunei, a minimalist dinner-only Montmartre sushi bar seating just nine guests, Chef Kimura makes history. Carrying on her late husband’s dream, she embodies resilience and passion in every edomae-style dish.

Features 3 min.

A New Culinary Voice Bridging Taiwan and Japan — Inspectors Reveal All about Two-MICHELIN-Star Eika

A hidden gem in Dadaocheng, Eika offers a refined yet daring take on Japanese cuisine in Taiwan. MICHELIN inspectors share their impressions of a restaurant where precision meets freedom — and every dish speaks volumes.

Dining Out 3 min.

The Best Affordable Sushi in New York City

Sushi isn't known for being price sensitive, but these six spots promise quality without sticker shock.

Features 3 min.

Inspectors Reveal All: Discover Godenya’s Masterful Sake Pairing Journey and Culinary Excellence in a Hidden Gem

Tucked away in a bustling Central alley, Godenya provides an experience that revolves around sake, inviting guests to savour the subtle art of pairing it with exquisitely crafted dishes. We had the opportunity to speak to our MICHELIN Guide Inspectors, who shared their experience at Godenya, why the restaurant has captivated them, and the dishes that left a lasting impression.

Travel 3 min.

The Inspectors Reveal All on Daigo, One MICHELIN Star Restaurant Specializing in Shojin Ryori

From the journal of a MICHELIN Guide Inspector . Experience Japanese culture through Shojin ryori vegetarian cuisine.

Travel 3 min.

Must-Try Dishes in Tokyo, According to MICHELIN Guide Inspectors

All year round, our MICHELIN Guide inspectors incessantly sample dishes from the best chefs and restaurants in Japan. Here are their most memorable ones.

Travel 1 min.

Tsuru to Kame, a Japanese Kappo-Style Restaurant Run by an All-Female Staff

From Ancient History Books and Traditional Poetry to the Tea Ceremony: Transmitting Culinary Culture to the World

People 3 min.

The Road to Three MICHELIN Stars: Hideaki Sato of Ta Vie

After a rollercoaster eight-year journey, Ta Vie has finally achieved the highest distinction of three MICHELIN stars in the MICHELIN Guide Hong Kong & Macau 2023.

News & Views 4 min.

422 restaurants, including 2 new Two Starred establishments, spotlighted in the MICHELIN Guide Tokyo 2023

Myojaku and SÉZANNE receive Two MICHELIN Stars, and 16 new restaurants are distinguished One MICHELIN Star, while the Bib Gourmand celebrates 38 new restaurants which have been rated as best value-for-money by MICHELIN inspectors.

Features 2 min.

Michelin-starred Restaurants Share Their Secrets of Making Perfect Shari

Vinegar rice (Shari) is the key to success of Edomae Nigiri sushi. Chefs at Michelin-starred restaurants in Hong Kong share how they create the perfect Shari with their sensitivity to details.

Features 1 min.

Some Tasty and Interesting Facts about Japanese Soba

Learn more about the beloved Edo style of long and thin buckwheat noodles.

Features 1 min.

Japanese Cuisine and the Five Festivals

We examine the meaning of the festivals and how they relate to Japanese cuisine

Features 1 min.

The History of Tempura

We take a look through the ages at this most popular Japanese dish

Dining In 1 min.

Recipe: Halloween Bento

Shirley Wong, the food artist better known on Instagram as Little Miss Bento, makes a Halloween creation so boo-tiful you won’t bear to eat it.

Features 3 min.

Experiencing The Beauty Of Kaiseki In Kyoto

Nowhere is Japan’s elegant culinary philosophy and prowess better expressed than in colourful and complex kaiseki cuisine.

Dining Out 1 min.

Video: Ramen Etiquette

Michelin-recommended Tsuta’s chef-owner Yuki Onishi demonstrates how to eat ramen the right way.

Features 1 min.

On The Menu: What Inspired Chef Hidemichi Seki's Dish At The 2018 MICHELIN guide Hong Kong Macau Gala Dinner

The chef de cuisine from two Michelin-starred Tenku Ryugin goes back to childhood flavours to recreate this beautifully-plated dish.