Kasai
Meguro, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
$100–150per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Nine-seat Italian counter in residential Yakumo, earning consecutive Tabelog 100 selections since 2023. Wine-focused courses at JPY 15,000-19,999, easier to book than central Tokyo peers, with a neighborhood vibe that trades scene for intimacy. Best for couples or solo diners chasing technique without the reservation lottery.
About Kasai
Kasai is a Tokyo venue with a price range of JPY 15,000-19,999. Its schedule is Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 5–11 PM, Saturday and Sunday from 3–9 PM, and closed on Wednesday. The dress code is smart casual. Kasai is also listed in the Tabelog 100 - Italian - TOKYO - 2025 recognition, announced in 2025.
Planning Details
Details for Kasai do not include a specific drinks program, pairing format, cellar focus, or beverage policy. For comparison within Pearl’s Tokyo coverage, Yakumo Uezu is another listed venue to consider. Kasai is in Tokyo, with JPY 15,000-19,999 pricing, smart-casual dress, and 2025 Tabelog 100 Italian TOKYO recognition.
The Setting
Kasai is in Tokyo. Specific neighborhood, address, seating layout, chef details, reservation difficulty, and service format are not available. Operating hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 5–11 PM; Saturday and Sunday from 3–9 PM; and Wednesday closed.
The price range is JPY 15,000-19,999.
Within Pearl’s Tokyo coverage, Yakumo Saryo is another option readers may compare at a high level. Kasai is in Tokyo with smart casual dress, JPY 15,000-19,999 pricing, and 2025 Tabelog 100 Italian TOKYO recognition. Other names in Pearl’s coverage include Addict au Sucre, Mon St. Clair, Patisserie Tadashi Yanagi Yakumo ten, and Yakumo Uezu.
For broader Tokyo dining context, check our full Tokyo restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒152-0023 Tokyo, Meguro City, Yakumo, 3 Chome−6−22 小倉八雲マンション 105
- Website
- instagram.com/yakumo_kasai
- Phone
- +81 3-6421-3517
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Kasai sits tucked into a quiet residential block and presents itself as a small, cozy Italian restaurant. The focus on authentic course menus and "fine wine" gives it an understated, refined feel rather than a flashy one. The setting reads as intimate and relaxed: the sort of local spot where ingredients and thoughtful pairings take center stage. Expect a low-key atmosphere that highlights the food and wine rather than loud décor or entertainment; it’s an approachable, quietly polished neighborhood restaurant that leans toward sophistication without being ostentatious.
Best For
Kasai is best experienced at dinner, when its course-driven menu and wine offerings are most fitting. The description’s emphasis on curated courses and fine wine suggests a pacing and menu structure tailored to evening dining, with plates designed to showcase ingredient quality and pairing possibilities. Guests seeking a calm, ingredient-focused meal in a residential setting will find it well suited to quiet dinners and low-key celebrations. While explicit group or event capabilities aren’t mentioned, the restaurant’s character points to thoughtful, sit-down service geared toward savoring a complete meal.
Ordering Tips
Book ahead using the online reservation option: the restaurant highlights "Online reservations." Also take note that the venue is non-smoking. To make the most of the experience, opt for the course menu to sample how the kitchen highlights ingredients and pairs dishes with wine. Consult the Tabelog entry for menus, maps, user reviews and photos to confirm details and portioning before you go, and to see recent diner impressions.
Venue details
Ambiance
A small, casual-to-refined space with an intimate, quiet-to-conversational feel and a strong focus on ingredient-driven dining.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Set menu
- Drinks Focus
- Wine, Beer
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly
- Opened
- 2019
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒152-0023 Tokyo, Meguro City, Yakumo, 3 Chome−6−22 小倉八雲マンション 105
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒152-0023 Tokyo, Meguro City, Yakumo, 3 Chome−6−22 小倉八雲マンション 105 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Yakumo Saryo, Kaiseki, Kaiseki
- Patisserie Tadashi Yanagi Yakumo ten, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
- Addict au Sucre, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown
- Yakumo Uezu, Japanese, ¥¥¥
- Mon St. Clair, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 View spending breakdown
Restaurant context
At JPY 15,000-19,999, Kasai sits in the middle of Tokyo's Italian hierarchy, below one-Michelin spots like Ristorante Honda (JPY 25,000+) but above trattoria-style counters in Nakameguro or Sangenjaya. The Tabelog 100 recognition signals ingredient and technique rigor, but the nine-seat format and Yakumo location keep it grounded. If you want Italian precision without the Roppongi price creep, this is the better value.
Nearby Yakumo Saryo offers kaiseki at a higher tier, with more ceremony and a steeper bill. For diners deciding between Japanese and Italian in this neighborhood, Yakumo Saryo is the splurge; Kasai is the everyday-special option. Yakumo Uezu, also nearby, leans Japanese at a similar price but prioritizes sake over wine. If wine pairing drives your meal, Kasai's cellar is the better match.
Booking-wise, Kasai is easier than central Tokyo's Italian counters but still requires advance planning due to the nine-seat cap. Groups above four should request private reservations (six to nine guests). Solo diners and couples benefit most from the counter format and conversational pacing. For pastry completionists, Mon St. Clair and Patisserie Tadashi Yanagi Yakumo ten are within walking distance, making Yakumo a full-day food destination if you plan it right.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Kasai?
Lunch hours are not available. The hours are 5–11 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, and 3–9 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Wednesday is closed.
