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    Restaurant in Nagoya, Japan

    Itsuki

    130Pearl Points

    Measured Dining

    Itsuki, Restaurant in Nagoya

    About Itsuki

    A 20-seat Italian counter in Naka Ward serving seasonal Japanese ingredients through structured tasting menus at JPY 20,000–29,999. Tabelog 100 – Italian EAST recognition in 2023 and 2025 signals technical precision, though the format leaves little room for à la carte flexibility. Book two weeks out for weekdays, earlier for weekends.

    Itsuki in Nagoya is listed with a verified price range of JPY 20,000–29,999. Verified opening hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 6–11 PM; Wednesday is closed. Itsuki also appears on the Tabelog 100 - Italian - EAST - 2025 list.

    Beyond those verified basics, details such as seating layout, menu format, chef information, beverage program, service charges, reservation timing and specific location within the city are not confirmed here. Treat Itsuki as a Nagoya evening booking where the most reliable public-facing facts are the evening hours, the price band and the 2025 Tabelog recognition.

    Format and Execution

    The verified information does not confirm whether Itsuki operates à la carte, a set menu or another format. It also does not confirm a seat count, counter setup, wine pairing, last order time or substitution policy. What can be stated confidently is that the posted hours are evening-only: 6–11 PM on operating days, with Wednesday closed.

    If you are comparing Itsuki with other named venues such as Japan no Italian Ryori Ten sai, LA VAGABONDE, Masaka, ラ・ヴァガボンド or 日本のイタリア料理店 sai, keep the comparison broad unless you have current booking details from the restaurants themselves. Itsuki’s verified profile is defined by Nagoya, the JPY 20,000–29,999 price range and its 2025 Tabelog 100 Italian EAST listing.

    Who Should Book

    Itsuki is best approached by diners comfortable with a higher-price evening reservation in Nagoya. Because details such as seating style, dress code, payment methods, group capacity and dietary accommodations are not verified here, confirm practical needs directly before booking.

    The only verified location detail is Nagoya. Specific neighborhood, station access, parking information and walking directions are not confirmed, so plan travel using current booking or map information from a source you trust.

    For more dining options across the city, see our full Nagoya restaurants guide.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does Itsuki handle dietary restrictions?

    Dietary restriction policies are not verified here. If you have allergies or dietary needs, confirm directly with Itsuki before booking.

    Is Itsuki good for solo dining?

    Solo-dining suitability is not verified here because seating layout and service format are not confirmed. The verified facts are that Itsuki is in Nagoya, operates 6–11 PM on open days and is priced at JPY 20,000–29,999.

    What should I order at Itsuki?

    The menu format and specific dishes are not verified here. Check the restaurant’s current information when booking. The verified price range is JPY 20,000–29,999.

    Is the tasting menu worth it at Itsuki?

    A tasting-menu format is not verified here, so it should not be assumed. Itsuki may be worth considering if you are looking for a Nagoya evening booking in the JPY 20,000–29,999 range with 2025 Tabelog 100 Italian EAST recognition.

    Is lunch or dinner better at Itsuki?

    Only evening hours are verified: 6–11 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, with Wednesday closed. No lunch service is verified here.

    Is Itsuki worth the price?

    Itsuki’s verified price range is JPY 20,000–29,999. Value will depend on your expectations, but the confirmed reference points are its Nagoya location, evening operating hours and 2025 Tabelog 100 Italian EAST listing.

    Location

    2 Chome-10-2-3 Chiyoda, Naka Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 460-0012, Japan

    Nagoya, Japan

    Compare Itsuki

    Price vs. Value: Itsuki
    VenuePriceBooking Difficulty
    ItsukiJPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999Easy
    MasakaJPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 View spending breakdownUnknown
    Japan no Italian Ryori Ten saiJPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999Unknown
    ラ・ヴァガボンドUnknown
    LA VAGABONDEUnknown
    日本のイタリア料理店 saiUnknown

    Side-by-side comparison to help you decide where to book.

    Also Consider

    • Masaka, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 View spending breakdown
    • Japan no Italian Ryori Ten sai, Italian, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
    • ラ・ヴァガボンド, Notable alternative
    • LA VAGABONDE, Notable alternative
    • 日本のイタリア料理店 sai, Notable alternative

    At JPY 20,000–29,999, Itsuki sits in Nagoya's upper tier for Italian dining, competing directly with Japan no Italian Ryori Ten sai, which shares the same Tabelog 100 credential and operates a similar dinner price band but adds a lunch service at JPY 10,000–14,999. If you want a lower-stakes introduction to the format, Ten sai's lunch offers better value; if you prefer the intimacy of a 20-seat counter with dinner-only focus, this spot delivers slightly tighter execution. Both require advance booking, though neither approaches the weeks-long lead time of Tokyo omakase counters.

    Masaka operates at JPY 6,000–7,999 and skews more casual, with à la carte ordering and a neighborhood trattoria vibe. It's the better pick for spontaneous bookings or diners who want menu flexibility, but it lacks the technical polish and ingredient sourcing that justify the higher price here. For diners splitting hairs between Itsuki and Ten sai, the decision hinges on timing and format: Itsuki's dinner-only structure suits those who want a single, cohesive tasting menu without distraction, while Ten sai's lunch-and-dinner model offers more scheduling flexibility.

    Booking difficulty tilts easier than Tokyo peers, two weeks ahead typically secures a weekday table, though weekends fill faster. Walk-ins are not realistic given the 20-seat capacity and steady demand from the Tabelog recognition. If this spot is full, ラ・ヴァガボンド and 日本のイタリア料理店 sai offer alternative Italian formats in Nagoya, though neither carries the same award pedigree.

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