Shigekiyo — Restaurant in Nagoya

In Japan, there are two types of kaiseki: one is for banquets, and the other—served at Shigekiyo—is the kaiseki that originated from the tea ceremony. In true kaiseki, it is not only about using seasonal ingredients; the chef also expresses Japan’s seasonal culture through the choice of tableware, seasonal plants and room decorations. Shigekiyo has an outstanding collection of serving ware, so no matter what season you visit, you can enjoy not only the food but also the beauty of the season with your eyes. Japan has four distinct seasons, each with its own culture. For anyone wishing to experience that, this is the perfect restaurant. The atmosphere was calm yet casual. It was my first time experiencing fine Japanese cuisine and matcha, but the staff kindly guided me, so I was able to fully enjoy this world. It’s a restaurant I would love to visit again in a different season. And I should remark, It took around 3...

Shigekiyo is a quiet, comfy and beautiful restaurant that serves delicious food that is carefully prepared.

More than delicious food, it had a great atmosphere and a friendly chef who explained each dish to 2 dummy foreigners.

We ate the Omakase set specifically for spring and it was more than just delicious. There was a story to tell from appetizer all the way to dessert.

Thank you chef for entertaining us and speaking to us even though we didn't speak Japanese very well! It was a wonderful experience dining...

Easily the most exciting culinary adventure we've been to. The explosion of flavors and smells was amazing. The chef managed to achieve all of this while still accounting for our food preferences and allergies!

The service was spotless and personal while the atmosphere of the private dining room made us feel transported to an authentic world of tradition and craft.

Absolutely would recommend - the cost may be a bit steep but it's worth every penny for a...