Chōchin-za 提灯座 — Local services in Myoko

Highly recommended! A wonderful restaurant addition to the Myoko Akakura area that must be visited. A small and cozy 16 seat restaurant that serves amazing fish, game and vegetables using locally sourced ingredients. They also have a great selection of local Myoko sake as well as wine. The chef finishes each dish in front of you with artistic and creative culinary skill. I discovered this restaurant by chance and loved it so much I came back 4 more times during my stay here. The team have created something very special here at Chochin-za that must be experienced. Great food, great service and great ambiance. This is now one of my favourite restaurants in Japan and cant...

It’s an experience. He takes the time to craft each dish right in front of you, using fresh, local ingredients and traditional methods. With a little persuasion and a lot of skill, he brings out the best in every bite. The vibe is welcoming, the flavors are bold and exciting, and every meal feels like something special. Whether you’re a regular or a first-timer, you’ll leave full, satisfied, and already thinking about...

It was a great experience. Food, presentation, music, service... everything was 5 stars.

You can tell the chef puts a lot of love into the food, and the customers truly appreciate it.

It’s wonderful to see a talented young local like Chef Naoki opening such a high-quality restaurant in Akakura. I already...