Bashamichi Okawa
Naka, Yokohama
Restaurant in Yokohama, Japan
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Price
JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Bashamichi Okawa is worth shortlisting for a composed Yokohama meal with Tabelog 100 recognition and a relatively manageable booking profile. Choose it over cheaper Bashamichi options when the evening needs more polish, but do not book solely for a wine program or counter experience unless those details are confirmed when reserving.
About Bashamichi Okawa
Bashamichi Okawa is a Yokohama restaurant with Tabelog 100 #36 (2025) recognition and a 3.8-point listing. Price bands are JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 for dinner and JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 for lunch, making it a restaurant to plan around when those ranges fit the occasion.
Choose it if the priority is a Yokohama meal with recognition, price bands, dress code, service hours. If the meal needs a specific cuisine brief, seating format, tasting-menu structure, or drinks program, confirm directly with the restaurant.
Who should choose it over another Yokohama meal
Bashamichi Okawa's appeal lies in its combination of published price ranges, smart casual dress code, Tabelog 100 #36 (2025) recognition. Diners comparing it with SUIRINKAKU, Cucina Takemura, Tonkatsu Aoki Yokohama bashamichi ten, Tachinomi Shokudo Ultra Suzuki, or なか條 should make the choice based on current availability, budget, the kind of meal they want, rather than assuming details about format or cuisine.
Do not choose it solely for a cellar, pairing, sake, shochu, or wine expectation, as details on the drinks program are not specified. Treat any beverage decisions as something to confirm directly before you go or on arrival.
Plan around the hours
Bashamichi Okawa serves dinner Monday through Saturday from 6–10:30 PM. Lunch is served Tuesday through Saturday from 11:30 AM–3 PM. Sunday is closed, so it should not be part of a Sunday dining plan.
For solo diners, the decision comes down to comfort with the price range and the available seating at the time. A bar or counter setup is not specified, so solo guests should not assume the format will feel like a dedicated solo-dining room. For two people or small plans, the price bands and smart casual dress code make it easier to decide whether the restaurant fits the occasion.
Use our full Yokohama restaurants guide if the goal is to build a wider eating plan around the city. If Bashamichi Okawa is already fixed, plan the rest of the trip separately by category rather than assuming every stop should fit the same meal brief.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒231-0011 Kanagawa, Yokohama, Naka Ward, Otamachi, 4 Chome−48 川島ビル 101
- Website
- bashamichi-okawa.com
- Phone
- +81 45-323-9393
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Bashamichi Okawa centers on refined kaiseki traditions, emphasizing flavorful dashi and attentive hospitality. The language in the listing points to careful, artful preparation and a measured, respectful service style. Private rooms are available, which reinforces a sense of privacy and intimacy that complements a pared-back, classic Japanese aesthetic. The overall impression is of a place that prizes technique and seasonal detail over flashy presentation—quiet, composed and tailored for diners who appreciate the subtleties of traditional multi-course dining.
Best For
This venue suits diners seeking a formal, traditional Japanese kaiseki experience—ideal for intimate celebrations, special-occasion dinners or thoughtful date nights. The emphasis on meticulously crafted courses and exceptional hospitality makes it a fit for guests who want a composed, service-driven evening rather than a casual meal. Private rooms provide additional discretion and comfort for small groups or family gatherings. Note that the listing calls out a no-smoking policy, which helps maintain a refined, undistracted dining environment.
Ordering Tips
Expect a kaiseki-focused menu built around delicate dashi and seasonality; specific courses and pricing are not listed in the description, so consult the Tabelog page for menus, photos and user reviews before you go. Reservations are advisable—private rooms are available and likely in demand for special occasions. The listing highlights 'exceptional hospitality,' so consider informing the restaurant of dietary restrictions or celebration details ahead of time. Also note the no-smoking policy, which is helpful to know for planning companions who smoke.
Venue details
Ambiance
Elegant and intimate, with a traditional Japanese feel centered on counter seating and private rooms for a calm, refined dining experience.
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Vibe
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Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- dashi-focused kaiseki
- earthen pot rice
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒231-0011 Kanagawa, Yokohama, Naka Ward, Otamachi, 4 Chome−48 川島ビル 101 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to Look If You Cannot Get In
For a cheaper nearby choice, go to Tonkatsu Aoki Yokohama bashamichi ten. For a more casual night with a lower spend, Tachinomi Shokudo Ultra Suzuki is the easier pivot.
If the brief is a higher-spend dinner rather than a backup meal, check SUIRINKAKU first.
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Bashamichi Okawa is the more deliberate Yokohama booking compared with Tachinomi Shokudo Ultra Suzuki, which sits in a much lower price band and makes more sense for a casual, drinks-friendly meal. If budget and ease matter more than ceremony, Ultra Suzuki is the better fallback. If the meal needs a stronger sense of occasion, Bashamichi Okawa is the sharper choice.
SUIRINKAKU prices higher, so it is the cross-shop for diners willing to spend more for a more ambitious evening. Tonkatsu Aoki Yokohama bashamichi ten is the opposite decision: quick, focused, inexpensive, better for lunch or a low-commitment dinner than a special occasion.
なか條 and Cucina Takemura are the alternatives to check when availability or cuisine preference drives the choice. Bashamichi Okawa is easiest to justify when the brief is a recognized Yokohama dinner with moderate planning, not the cheapest meal or the biggest splurge.
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Compare Bashamichi Okawa
| Venue | Location | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bashamichi Okawa | Yokohama | Tabelog 100 - Japanese cuisine - EAST - 2025 · #36 | JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 |
| Tachinomi Shokudo Ultra Suzuki | Yokohama | Tabelog 100 - Tachinomi - 2025 · #15 | JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 |
| なか條 | Yokohama | No published awards | ; |
| SUIRINKAKU | Yokohama | Tabelog 100 - Chinese cuisine - EAST - 2026 · #67 | JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 |
| Cucina Takemura | Yokohama Shi | No published awards | ; |
| Tonkatsu Aoki Yokohama bashamichi ten | Yokohama | Tabelog 100 - Tonkatsu - 2026 · #26 | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bashamichi Okawa good for a special occasion?
It can be, if you want a Yokohama meal with outside recognition and a published dinner price band of JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999. The Tabelog 100 #36 (2025) listing with 3.8 points is a clear reason to plan ahead. The dress code is smart casual.
Can I eat at the bar at Bashamichi Okawa?
Do not assume bar seating is available or central to the experience. Information about a bar or counter format is not available. Confirm seating directly with the restaurant.
Is Bashamichi Okawa good for solo dining?
It may work for solo dining if the price range fits your plans, but the seating format is not specified. Solo diners should confirm the setup directly with the restaurant rather than assuming a counter-led experience.
What are alternatives to Bashamichi Okawa in Yokohama?
Other restaurants to compare include SUIRINKAKU, Cucina Takemura, Tachinomi Shokudo Ultra Suzuki, Tonkatsu Aoki Yokohama bashamichi ten, なか條. Choose based on current availability, budget, available details rather than assuming the same format or style as Bashamichi Okawa.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Bashamichi Okawa?
A tasting-menu format is not specified as part of the experience. Details include the dinner price band of JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999, the lunch price band of JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999, the Tabelog 100 #36 (2025) listing with 3.8 points.
