Restaurant in Kobe, Japan
fuxing
370Pearl PointsRecognition-led

About fuxing
A recognition-led Kobe dinner pick for diners who value Tabelog validation over advance menu detail. fuxing makes sense as an anchor evening booking in Chuo Ward; choose it for a serious, rating-backed meal, look elsewhere if the group needs clear pricing, lunch availability, or a fully defined format before deciding.
For a return visitor to Kobe, the useful question is whether fuxing has enough confirmed information to justify making it a planned dinner. The verified details are concise: it is in Kobe, operates in the evening from 17:30 to 23:00 with last order at 22:00, asks for smart casual dress. Its confirmed recognition is a clear reference point, so it is best approached as a dinner choice rather than a casual daytime stop.
Choose it for recognition-led dining, not for a fully mapped menu decision
The strongest confirmed reason to consider it is external validation: Tabelog 100 #3 in 2026 with 3.8 points, plus Tabelog Bronze in 2025. That does not tell the whole story of the restaurant, but it does provide a practical signal for diners comparing options in Kobe.
The tradeoff is that many common decision inputs are not confirmed here. Cuisine type, chef, seat count, price, menu structure should not be assumed from the available verified information. Choose it when the priority is a recognized Kobe dinner and the limited public detail is acceptable. Skip it if the group needs a known budget band, a guaranteed format, or a casual lunch plan.
Where it fits in a Kobe food itinerary
In a Kobe itinerary, this works better as a planned evening meal than as a flexible add-on. The confirmed service window is 17:30 to 23:00, with last order at 22:00, every day of the week. For wider planning beyond one table, Pearl's Kobe restaurants guide is the better starting point.
The practical verdict: consider fuxing if the confirmed recognition is enough for the decision and the lack of confirmed menu detail is not a problem. If the group needs transparent pricing, a known format, or a lower-risk backup, compare other dining options before committing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book fuxing?
Reservation timing is not confirmed from the verified details. What is confirmed is the evening service window: 17:30 to 23:00, with last order at 22:00. For a Kobe dinner, treat it like a planned evening option rather than a daytime stop.
What should a first-timer know about fuxing?
Go in expecting a planned dinner in Kobe, not an all-day spot, since service runs every day from 17:30 to 23:00 with last order at 22:00. The main confirmed trust signal is recognition: Tabelog 100 #3 in 2026 with 3.8 points, Tabelog Bronze in 2025. Smart casual dress is the confirmed dress code.
Can fuxing accommodate groups?
Group suitability is not confirmed from the verified details, so check directly if party size or seating arrangements matter. If flexibility is important, compare fuxing with other options such as Yoshoku GURa or La Pierre Blanche Motomachi ten before committing.
Is lunch or dinner better at fuxing?
Dinner is the confirmed option here, so the decision is simple: plan for the evening slot. The verified schedule is 17:30 to 23:00, with last order at 22:00, every day.
Is fuxing good for a special occasion?
It may be worth considering for an occasion if confirmed recognition is a priority. The confirmed accolades are Tabelog 100 #3 in 2026 with 3.8 points, Tabelog Bronze in 2025. For specific needs such as private rooms, pricing, or menu format, confirm directly before booking.
What are alternatives to fuxing in Kobe?
If you want to compare other options, consider yokoyama, Shinshin, Fushin, Yoshoku GURa, or La Pierre Blanche Motomachi ten, depending on what kind of dinner you are planning. Use confirmed hours, dress code, reservation details to decide which fits best.
Can I eat at the bar at fuxing?
Bar seating is not confirmed from the verified details. The confirmed information is that fuxing is in Kobe, serves from 17:30 to 23:00 with last order at 22:00, has a smart casual dress code. If seating format matters, check directly before booking.
Location
Japan, 〒650-0011 Hyogo, Kobe, Chuo Ward, Shimoyamatedori, 4 Chome−12−8 フォルム下山手 1F
Kobe, Japan
Compare fuxing
| Venue | Location | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| fuxing | Kobe | Tabelog 100 #3 (2026): 3.8pts; Tabelog Bronze (2025) | , |
| yokoyama | Kobe | , | JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 |
| Yoshoku GURa | Kobe | , | JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 |
| Shinshin | Kobe | , | JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown |
| La Pierre Blanche Motomachi ten | Kobe | , | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 View spending breakdown |
| Fushin | Kobe | , | , |
How fuxing Kobe compares with similar nearby venues.
Where to book if this does not fit
Book yokoyama if the group wants a higher-spend Kobe meal with clearer pricing before arrival. Pick Shinshin if value and flexibility matter more than chasing awards.
For a lower-cost alternative, Yoshoku GURa and La Pierre Blanche Motomachi ten are safer choices for diners who need a defined spend and a simpler booking decision.
How it compares in Kobe
Against yokoyama, fuxing is the less price-transparent choice but has the stronger visible awards signal. yokoyama is easier to assess in advance because its spend is listed at JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 for dinner and JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 for lunch, so choose yokoyama if budget clarity matters. Choose fuxing if the draw is recognition and the plan is a focused dinner rather than a mapped-out price comparison.
Yoshoku GURa, Shinshin, La Pierre Blanche Motomachi ten are better fits when value and low-friction planning matter more than awards. Yoshoku GURa lists JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 at dinner and JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 at lunch; Shinshin lists JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 at dinner and JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 at lunch; La Pierre Blanche Motomachi ten lists JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 at lunch and JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 at dinner. Those are safer choices for mixed groups, tighter budgets, or diners who want a clearer spend before booking.
Fushin is the harder peer to evaluate from public price signals, so it works more as a backup name than a clean value comparison. For an easy booking with a serious rating signal, fuxing is the stronger recommendation; for predictable cost, the better move is Yoshoku GURa, Shinshin, or La Pierre Blanche Motomachi ten.
Hours
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 17:30 - 23:00 L.O. 22:00
Recognized By
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