Michelin Guide

"Sweetness, saltiness, sourness, bitterness and umami come together in the shiromiso zoni. It perfectly embodies the ‘harmony of five flavours’ spoken of by the current, sixth-generation owner-chef Motokazu Nakamura."

Andy Hayler

"Overall this was a very good kaiseki experience, certainly on a par with many of the other highly rated kaiseki restaurants in Kyoto."

Ashley Ng

"I was simply blown away."

Celia Hu

"There are few life-changing meals in my books, and Nakamura definitely counts as one. Our evening was a whirlwind of delicate, seasonal plates, so beautifully presented, that we can only compare them to art."

Jennifer Che

"All in all, it was definitely one of our most unusual, unique, and special meals in Kyoto. It was fascinating to get a glimpse of what a true kaiseki was all about, with all the bells and whistles. The food was incredible and the experience definitely memorable."

Ashley Ng

"One of the most delicious fish soups ever."

Celia Hu

"The broth was lightly savoury, and super umami."

Voyagin

"There are few life-changing meals in one's life, but Nakamura's will definitely count as one."

LT Tan

"Nakamura was the only one who really ticked all the boxes in terms of food, service, presentation and ambience. But to reduce this lunch to a set of criteria would be to diminish the complete cultural experience that it had been."

LT Tan

"Dashi broth reinforced the luxuriousness of this dish with a deep umami, while the generous garnishings provided an essential touch of freshness and balance."