Kamisono
Higashi, Nagoya
Restaurant in Nagoya, Japan
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Price
JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
A 13-seat house-converted kaiseki restaurant in Nagoya's Izumi district, named to Tabelog 100 – Japanese cuisine EAST in 2023 and 2025. Counter seating offers the most direct view of meal assembly, while private rooms accommodate small groups. At JPY 8,000-9,999 per person with cash-only payment, this is one of Nagoya's more accessible nationally-recognized Japanese dining rooms. Book the counter two to three weeks ahead for Friday or Saturday; weekday evenings see lighter demand.
About Kamisono
Kamisono is a Nagoya venue with a dinner price range of JPY 8,000 to JPY 9,999 and evening hours on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. It is listed in Tabelog 100 – Japanese cuisine – EAST – 2025, and its dress code is smart casual. Public-facing specifics such as seat count, room layout, chef background, menu format, payment methods, and exact location details are not available. The safest way to plan is to treat Kamisono as an evening Nagoya visit and confirm any operational questions directly before visiting.
The Counter Experience and What It Adds
Specific seating arrangements at Kamisono are not available, so do not assume a counter, private room, or particular table configuration when planning. If the seating style matters for a date, business meal, solo visit, or small group, confirm it when booking. The key planning points are simpler: the venue is in Nagoya, the dress code is smart casual, and dinner service is listed from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM on its open days.
Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM. Wednesday and Sunday are closed. No lunch hours are listed, so plan around dinner rather than a midday visit. Because payment methods, phone details, parking, smoking policy, and transit directions are not available, confirm those practical details before arrival if they affect your plans.
What the Award and Price Signal Together
Kamisono’s Tabelog 100 – Japanese cuisine – EAST – 2025 listing gives it a clear point of recognition, while the JPY 8,000 to JPY 9,999 price range helps set expectations before booking. That combination makes it relevant for diners comparing recognized dining options without assuming a higher, special-occasion-only price tier. The award applies to the 2025 listing, not additional years, exact scores, rankings, or review metrics.
Other specific details often used to judge a restaurant, beverage program, course count, signature dishes, chef history, room design, and booking lead time, are not available for Kamisono. Treat those as open questions rather than assumptions. For a smoother visit, confirm the current menu approach, seating, payment, and reservation requirements directly before committing, especially if you are planning around a tight Nagoya itinerary.
For comparison, permitted peer names include Chuka Kappou Hisada, Japanese cuisine Takamitsu, Onkui Sekio, Taylor Tail, and le Lotus, though their formats, prices, or locations are not detailed. Kamisono’s strongest features are its Nagoya setting, JPY 8,000 to JPY 9,999 price range, smart-casual dress code, evening schedule, and Tabelog 100 – Japanese cuisine – EAST – 2025 recognition. Explore our full Nagoya restaurants guide for the city’s broader dining landscape.
Planning details
- Location
- 3 Chome-22-4 Izumi, Higashi Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 461-0001, Japan
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/aichi/A2301/A230104/23078193
- Phone
- +81 52-932-6200
Venue details
Ambiance
A small, relaxing house restaurant with counter seating and a quiet, understated atmosphere suited to a focused kaiseki-style meal.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Omakase Bar
- Meal Pacing
- Extended Experience
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
chef's omakase course
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 3 Chome-22-4 Izumi, Higashi Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 461-0001, Japan
Planning details
Location
3 Chome-22-4 Izumi, Higashi Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 461-0001, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Chuka Kappou Hisada, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
- le Lotus, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
- Japanese cuisine Takamitsu, Japanese Cuisine, Seafood, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
- Onkui Sekio, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
- Taylor Tail, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
Restaurant context
At JPY 8,000-9,999, Kamisono sits at the lower end of Nagoya's nationally-listed Japanese dining tier, making it the most accessible option for travelers prioritizing credential over budget. Chuka Kappou Hisada operates at JPY 10,000-14,999 (lunch) and JPY 15,000-19,999 (dinner), delivering Chinese-influenced kaiseki in a slightly more polished room with card payment accepted, worth the premium if flexibility and fusion appeal. le Lotus matches Kamisono's dinner price (JPY 8,000-9,999) but skews French technique over traditional kaiseki, a better fit for diners seeking Western culinary grammar with Japanese ingredients. Japanese cuisine Takamitsu occupies the splurge tier at JPY 20,000-29,999, justified by deeper ingredient sourcing and a longer tasting progression, book here if the meal is the trip's anchor event and budget is secondary.
Kamisono's house-restaurant setting trades architectural drama for intimacy and focus, a trade-off that favors solo diners and couples over larger groups. Onkui Sekio (JPY 15,000-19,999) offers a more theatrical room and easier card payment, but the price jump is steep for what amounts to a comparable Tabelog credential. For the best value-to-recognition ratio, Kamisono wins. For flexible payment and a more polished room, Chuka Kappou Hisada edges ahead. For the lowest possible entry point into nationally-listed Japanese cuisine in Nagoya, this is the clear first stop.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Kamisono?
A specific menu format and signature dishes are not available. Kamisono is associated with the Tabelog 100 – Japanese cuisine – EAST – 2025 list, but the exact current ordering structure should be confirmed directly before visiting.
Does Kamisono handle dietary restrictions?
Can I eat at the bar at Kamisono?
Specific seating details, including whether bar or counter seating is available, are not available. If seating style matters, confirm it directly when arranging your visit.
What are alternatives to Kamisono?
Permitted peer names for comparison include Chuka Kappou Hisada, Japanese cuisine Takamitsu, Onkui Sekio, Taylor Tail, and le Lotus, along with other dining options generally. Their specific formats, prices, or locations are not detailed.
Is Kamisono worth the price?
Kamisono’s price range is JPY 8,000-9,999. It may be worth considering if you want a Nagoya dinner venue with Tabelog 100 – Japanese cuisine – EAST – 2025 recognition, but details such as menu structure, chef background, seat count, and beverage options are not available.
Is lunch or dinner better at Kamisono?
Plan for dinner. Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 5:30-9 PM, with Wednesday and Sunday closed. No lunch hours are listed.
What should I wear to Kamisono?
The dress code is smart casual. Choose neat, polished clothing appropriate for an evening restaurant visit in Nagoya.
