Yoshizawa
Minato, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
$150–200per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Tabelog 100-listed kaiseki in Roppongi Hills serving fish-forward tasting menus at JPY 10,000-29,999. Book two to three weeks out for private rooms seating up to twelve. Easier to reserve than single-seating peers, with more flexible time slots and lower dinner pricing than nearby French fine-dining options.
About Yoshizawa
Yoshizawa is a Tokyo restaurant with lunch and dinner hours on most days of the week, a smart-casual dress code, and published price bands of JPY 20,000–29,999 and JPY 10,000–14,999. It is also listed in the Tabelog 100 – Japanese cuisine – TOKYO – 2025 recognition, so plan around those essentials when booking.
What the Tabelog 100 Badge Signals
Yoshizawa appears on the Tabelog 100 – Japanese cuisine – TOKYO – 2025 list. That places the restaurant within a Tokyo-focused Japanese-cuisine selection.
Key planning details include Tokyo as the location, smart casual as the dress expectation, and the published price bands above.
Lunch vs. Dinner, Price and Availability Trade-offs
Yoshizawa’s hours show lunch service from Wednesday through Sunday, 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, and dinner service Tuesday through Sunday, 6–10:30 PM. The restaurant is closed on Monday. Published pricing is JPY 10,000–14,999 for the lower band and JPY 20,000–29,999 for the higher band, making it a premium Tokyo option for diners comparing higher-priced restaurants.
Compared with L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon Tokyo or The Oak Door, Yoshizawa should be evaluated on its own essentials: Tokyo location, Japanese-cuisine recognition from Tabelog, stated price bands, and smart-casual dress code.
Dress expectations are smart casual. A neat, polished outfit is the safest choice.
For visitors exploring broader Tokyo restaurants, Yoshizawa is a premium Tokyo listing with Tabelog 100 – Japanese cuisine – TOKYO – 2025 recognition and published lunch and dinner hours.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 6–10:30 PM
- Location
- Japan, 〒106-6608 Tokyo, Minato City, Roppongi, 6 Chome−10−1 Roppongi Hills Mori Tower ウェストウォーク 5階
- Reservations
- Book on TableCheck
- Website
- yoshizawa-roppongi.com
- Phone
- +81 3-6812-9799
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Yoshizawa presents a refined, intimate experience anchored by seasonal kaiseki prepared by a Michelin-Starred chef. The description emphasizes private spaces and private rooms, so the atmosphere reads as composed and deliberate rather than bustling. The culinary focus on seasonality and the chef’s recognized pedigree signal a sophisticated, elegant dining environment where attention to detail and quiet service shape the visit. Practical touches such as a no-smoking policy reinforce a restrained, respectful tone. In short, Yoshizawa feels like a polished, intimate kaiseki destination in the heart of Roppongi.
Best For
Yoshizawa is best for occasions that call for a composed, high-touch dining experience: think business dinners, date nights, and special celebrations. The availability of private rooms suits small groups or parties that want discretion and privacy, while the seasonal kaiseki format and Michelin-starred chef make it appropriate for moments when the meal itself is the occasion. Its location a two-minute walk from Roppongi Station also makes it convenient for guests traveling into the neighborhood. Reservations are available online, which helps when planning a focused, reservation-driven evening.
Ordering Tips
Book ahead through the online reservation option, especially for the Michelin-starred kaiseki focus. If privacy matters, request a private room when you reserve: the venue explicitly advertises private spaces. Note the no-smoking policy when planning companions who smoke. Aim for the kaiseki, as the restaurant highlights seasonal kaiseki cuisine by a Michelin-Starred chef; that suggests a set-course tasting is the primary offering. Finally, use Roppongi Station for a short two-minute approach to the restaurant.
Venue details
Ambiance
Calm and understated with a traditional Japanese aesthetic inside a modern Roppongi Hills building, focusing on quiet, private-feeling spaces, carefully chosen tableware, and a serene, unhurried dining rhythm.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Seasonal
- Menu Format
- Tasting menu, Set menu
- Drinks Focus
- Sake, Wine
- Private Dining
- Available
Signature Dishes
- Straw-grilled seasonal seafood
- Seasonal kaiseki course menus
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒106-6608 Tokyo, Minato City, Roppongi, 6 Chome−10−1 Roppongi Hills Mori Tower ウェストウォーク 5階
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 6–10:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 6–10:30 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 6–10:30 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 6–10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 6–10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 6–10:30 PM
Location
Japan, 〒106-6608 Tokyo, Minato City, Roppongi, 6 Chome−10−1 Roppongi Hills Mori Tower ウェストウォーク 5階 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- The Oak Door, Notable alternative
- LA BOUTIQUE de Joel Rubchon Roppongi hiruzu ten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon Tokyo, French, French
- Oryori Mukyu, Notable alternative
- French Kitchen, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Yoshizawa charges JPY 20,000-29,999 for dinner, landing between LA BOUTIQUE de Joël Robuchon Roppongi Hills (JPY 1,000-1,999 for casual counter bites) and L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon Tokyo (tasting menus above JPY 30,000). Oryori Mukyu operates in a similar fish-focused kaiseki lane but offers fewer seats and stricter single-seating windows; Yoshizawa trades some intimacy for booking flexibility and private-room capacity. The Oak Door pivots to Western steakhouse format and attracts a different diner, grill over raw fish, louder room, wine-forward rather than sake-centric.
For groups of four or more, Yoshizawa is the most practical Tabelog 100 choice in Roppongi: four private rooms handle up to twelve guests, and half-hour reservation slots reduce scheduling friction. Solo diners and couples seeking omakase counter intimacy should prioritize Oryori Mukyu or smaller Ginza kaiseki rooms instead. French Kitchen offers buffet and à la carte Western options at hotel pricing; it competes on convenience and all-day service but lacks the kaiseki discipline and Tabelog credential that justify Yoshizawa's tasting-menu focus.
Book Yoshizawa when you want Tabelog-validated fish technique without the months-ahead lead time or Michelin-tier spend. Choose L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon for French precision and open-kitchen theater; choose LA BOUTIQUE for quick Robuchon bites under JPY 2,000; choose Oryori Mukyu for smaller-scale kaiseki with fewer diners per seating. Yoshizawa splits the difference on price, capacity, and booking ease, strong fish preparation, reasonable lead time, and private-room options that most single-counter kaiseki spots cannot match.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Yoshizawa?
Yoshizawa’s dress code is smart casual. A neat, polished outfit is the safest choice for both lunch and dinner.
What should I order at Yoshizawa?
Yoshizawa is recognized on the Tabelog 100 – Japanese cuisine – TOKYO – 2025 list.
How far ahead should I book Yoshizawa?
Specific booking windows and cancellation rules should be checked directly. Yoshizawa’s hours are Tuesday dinner, Wednesday through Sunday lunch and dinner, and closed Monday, so choose a target service and confirm availability through the restaurant or reservation platform.
Is Yoshizawa worth it?
Yoshizawa may be worth considering if you want a premium Tokyo restaurant with Tabelog 100 – Japanese cuisine – TOKYO – 2025 recognition. Published price bands are JPY 10,000–14,999 and JPY 20,000–29,999, so it is best suited to diners planning for a higher-end meal.
Is lunch or dinner better at Yoshizawa?
Hours are lunch Wednesday through Sunday, 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, and dinner Tuesday through Sunday, 6–10:30 PM. Published pricing includes a lower band of JPY 10,000–14,999 and a higher band of JPY 20,000–29,999.
