Takumi Hirano
Yanagase / Onamicho, Gifu
Restaurant in Gifu, Japan
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Price
JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Reservation-only Japanese omakase counter in Gifu, recognized on Tabelog's 2025 Japanese cuisine EAST 100 list. Fixed courses run JPY 15,000–19,999, spanning roughly two and a half hours with a focus on seasonal ingredients and sake pairing. Eight counter seats plus three private rooms for two to six guests.
About Takumi Hirano
Takumi Hirano is a Gifu evening dining option with a premium price range. It is listed at JPY 15,000–19,999, the dress code is smart casual, and hours run Monday through Saturday from 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM, with Sunday closed. It is also listed in Tabelog 100 - Japanese cuisine - EAST - 2025, a recognition that may be relevant for travelers planning a dinner around it.
Seat count, room types, menu format, reservation rules, payment methods, parking, station access, dietary accommodations, and specific dishes are not listed, so it is best to confirm those details in advance. Takumi Hirano is a premium Gifu dinner to verify directly before visiting, especially if you have accessibility needs, ingredient restrictions, or a preferred seating style.
What the Tabelog 100 Selection Signals
Takumi Hirano appears on the Tabelog 100 - Japanese cuisine - EAST - 2025 list. That makes the venue relevant for diners comparing higher-end dining options, but the recognition alone should not be stretched into claims about a specific menu format, chef profile, seating layout, beverage program, or exact rating. The grounded takeaway is simple: Takumi Hirano is a recognized Gifu restaurant in a premium price band.
Positioning Among Gifu's Dining Options
At JPY 15,000–19,999, Takumi Hirano sits in a higher-spend bracket than casual dining and is best considered when you want a planned evening meal rather than a spontaneous stop. If you are comparing named options, Akane Ya, Benten Do, Mizuki, Sakana, and Tsubameya Yanagase honten may also appear in broader research, but Takumi Hirano's profile is defined here by its Gifu location, evening hours, smart-casual dress code, price range, and Tabelog 100 - Japanese cuisine - EAST - 2025 listing.
Before booking, confirm the details that matter to your party: current availability, menu structure, seating, payment, cancellation terms, and any ingredient concerns. The hours are Monday through Saturday, 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM, with Sunday closed. No lunch service is listed, so plan around dinner only unless the restaurant directly states otherwise.
For travelers adding Gifu to a broader itinerary, Takumi Hirano can be considered as a premium evening meal rather than a casual drop-in. The safest planning approach is to use the confirmed price range and hours as your baseline, then contact the venue or booking source for any operational specifics. Explore more options in our full Gifu restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 10 Onamicho, Gifu, 500-8181, Japan
- Website
- takumi-hirano.com
- Phone
- +81 58-263-8644
Venue details
Ambiance
A refined, traditional Japanese atmosphere with a calm, intimate feel suited to a leisurely kaiseki meal.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Extended Experience
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- seasonal kaiseki course
- chef's omakase course
- soba
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 10 Onamicho, Gifu, 500-8181, Japan
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Mizuki, Notable alternative
- Akane Ya, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
- Tsubameya Yanagase honten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Benten Do, - JPY 999 View spending breakdown, - JPY 999 View spending breakdown
- Sakana, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
At JPY 15,000–19,999 for a multi-course omakase progression, Takumi Hirano sits at the upper end of Gifu's Japanese dining tier, delivering the kind of seasonal ingredient focus and technical discipline that warrants advance planning. Akane Ya operates at JPY 8,000–9,999 and offers a more accessible entry point for diners testing the waters of kaiseki-adjacent formats, but the course structure and ingredient sourcing at Takumi Hirano justify the price step. For travelers seeking value without the commitment of a two-and-a-half-hour fixed menu, Tsubameya Yanagase honten (JPY 1,000–1,999) and Benten Do (under JPY 999) provide casual, no-reservation-required options that won't anchor an entire evening.
Booking difficulty favors Takumi Hirano for diners who prefer certainty over spontaneity, reservations open well in advance, and the restaurant's recognition on Tabelog's 2025 Japanese cuisine EAST 100 list hasn't yet triggered the multi-week waits common at Tokyo omakase counters. Mizuki and Sakana round out Gifu's Japanese dining landscape, though neither carries the same formal course structure or award-driven validation. For groups of four to six, the private tatami rooms at Takumi Hirano solve the logistical challenge of securing adjacent counter seats, a feature absent from most single-counter formats.
If your priority is experiencing Gifu's ingredient traditions within a disciplined omakase framework, and you're comfortable with the JPY 15,000–19,999 spend, Takumi Hirano delivers the most complete package in the city. If budget or time constraints push you toward faster, lighter options, Akane Ya offers a middle path, while Tsubameya and Benten Do handle walk-in crowds without ceremony. The counter seats eight, the private rooms accommodate two to six, and the sake-focused beverage program aligns with the region's nihonshu reputation, factors that matter if pairing structure and group size shape your decision as much as the food itself.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Takumi Hirano?
Specific dishes or a menu format are not listed. Takumi Hirano is best researched as a premium Gifu evening dining venue in the JPY 15,000–19,999 range; confirm the current menu directly before visiting.
Is Takumi Hirano worth the price?
Takumi Hirano's price range is JPY 15,000–19,999. It is also listed in Tabelog 100 - Japanese cuisine - EAST - 2025, which may make it appealing to diners seeking a recognized Gifu restaurant. Whether it is worth it depends on your budget and the current menu details you confirm before booking.
How far ahead should I book Takumi Hirano?
Booking lead times or reservation rules are not listed. Use the confirmed hours as a planning baseline: Monday through Saturday, 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM, with Sunday closed, and check directly for availability.
Can Takumi Hirano accommodate groups?
Group capacity, private-room availability, and seating layout are not listed. If you are planning for more than a small party, confirm seating and booking terms directly with the restaurant before making plans.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Takumi Hirano?
A tasting-menu or omakase format is not listed. What is confirmed is the Gifu location, JPY 15,000–19,999 price range, smart-casual dress code, Monday-to-Saturday evening hours, and Tabelog 100 - Japanese cuisine - EAST - 2025 listing.
