Restaurant in Shizuoka, Japan
Simples
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About Simples
Chef Yasuhiko Inoue's 19-seat farm-to-table counter in the Mariko hills earned a 2026 Tabelog Bronze Award within three seasons of opening. Seafood-driven tasting menus run JPY 15,000–19,999 at dinner, with a sommelier-guided wine list and private-room options. Book 2–3 weeks ahead for weekend service; parking and mountain views are built into the experience.
Simples in Shizuoka is listed as an Innovative restaurant with a verified price band of JPY 15,000–19,999. The confirmed schedule includes dinner on Monday and Wednesday through Sunday, plus lunch service on Saturday and Sunday. Dress is smart casual for diners planning a meal in Shizuoka.
Verified Details for Simples
Specific details about the room layout, beverage program, seating count, views, parking, private rooms, or staff roles are not verified here. What can be stated confidently is that Simples is an Innovative restaurant in Shizuoka with smart-casual dress guidance and evening hours most nights except Tuesday.
Format, Sourcing, and What to Expect on the Plate
The verified cuisine category is Innovative. Specific menu format, signature ingredients, chef details, opening date, sourcing claims, and dietary-accommodation policies are not confirmed in the available verified data, so diners should check the venue’s official channels for current menu and booking details before planning around a particular style of meal.
When to Book and What It Costs
Confirmed hours are Monday 5:30–10:30 PM; Tuesday closed; Wednesday 5:30–10:30 PM; Thursday 5:30–10:30 PM; Friday 5:30–10:30 PM; Saturday 12:00–2:30 PM and 5:30–10:30 PM; and Sunday 12:00–2:30 PM and 5:30–10:30 PM. The verified price band is JPY 15,000–19,999. For current availability, booking method, and any menu-specific policies, confirm directly with the restaurant.
For more dining options in the area, see our full Shizuoka restaurants guide. Other ambitious restaurants in Japan that may interest diners include AO, Chiune, Hasegawa Minoru, Kabi, and Terroir Aitoibukuro, though they should not be treated as interchangeable local options unless their location and current details match your itinerary.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Simples?
Booking lead time is not verified here. Simples is in Shizuoka, and its confirmed hours are dinner on Monday and Wednesday through Sunday, with lunch also listed on Saturday and Sunday. Check the restaurant’s official channels for current availability and reservation procedures.
Is the menu worth it at Simples?
Simples is verified as an Innovative restaurant with a price band of JPY 15,000–19,999. Specific menu format, dishes, ingredients, and beverage details are not confirmed in the verified data, so value will depend on the restaurant’s current offering and your expectations for Innovative dining in Shizuoka.
Is lunch or dinner better at Simples?
Lunch is verified on Saturday and Sunday from 12:00–2:30 PM. Dinner is verified Monday and Wednesday through Sunday from 5:30–10:30 PM. Choose based on your schedule, and confirm directly with the restaurant for current availability and menu details.
Is Simples worth the price?
The verified price band is JPY 15,000–19,999. Specific courses, beverage options, and service format are not verified here. Review the restaurant’s latest information before booking.
Does Simples handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary-restriction and allergy policies are not verified here. check the venue's official channels before booking if allergies, restrictions, or ingredient preferences are important to your visit.
Location
3262-1 Mariko, Suruga Ward, Shizuoka, 421-0103, Japan
Shizuoka, Japan
Also Consider
- Terroir Aitoibukuro, INNOVATIVE, INNOVATIVE
- Kabi, Innovative, ¥¥¥
- AO, Innovative, Innovative
- Hasegawa Minoru, Innovative, Innovative
- Chiune, Innovative, Innovative
Among Shizuoka's award-tracked innovative dining rooms, this venue balances ambition and accessibility better than most. Terroir Aitoibukuro shares the Tabelog 100 recognition and the farm-to-table ethos but leans harder into natural wine culture and a more rustic setting; choose it if you prefer wine-bar energy over formal tasting-menu pacing. Kabi operates in the same JPY 15,000–19,999 price band and offers a similar counter-driven format, though its sourcing tilts toward mountain vegetables rather than coastal seafood. AO and Hasegawa Minoru round out the prefecture's innovative tier, each with distinct chef perspectives but comparable booking difficulty and meal pacing.
For diners prioritizing wine pairing over cuisine accolades, this venue's sommelier program and counter seating offer more interaction than larger dining rooms. If you're comparing strictly on value, Chiune delivers similar technique at a slightly lower entry price, though it sacrifices the mountain-view setting. Book here if you want the full package, view, wine, seafood focus, and award pedigree, without the Tokyo markup. For a quicker meal or more casual atmosphere, drop down to Aozora or Blue Label for well-executed plates without the tasting-menu commitment.
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