Wadokoro Yoshino — Restaurant in Nara

2018 June 29 - Firstly, expectation is raised since it is the only hotel restaurant (out of 3) that did not have a reservation required based on halal gourmet Japan. Second, it says all day and it day dining - sadly it's not. Please read details. We came at 4pm - hotel reception point us the way but did not tell us it's close or need reservation. So we came to know in front of the restaurant. I read details and I understand that the details of whole day dining did not specifically say spilt shift. We came back at 8pm after nara park. As we approach the restaurant, a guy standing at the door of restaurant was eyeing us - when we stand in front of him, I ask to have a halal muslim meal and he immediately say need reservation. I ask why? Can we wait to go in? He just say no food?! Not wanting to make a ruckus, I am feeling angry and disappointed so i am writing this here so that those who have read halal gourmet Japan - please do read reviews in Google reviews. I am unable to post in that review site or talk to yoshino so here I am sharing my experience. To warn the public community so...

We decided to treat ourselves to a kaiseki lunch, a multi-course meal considered the highest form of Japanese cuisine, at Wadokoro Yoshino in Nara.

Kaiseki is known for its emphasis on seasonal ingredients, artistic presentation, and a balance of flavors and textures.

A typical meal consists of several courses: appetizers, sashimi, a grilled dish, a rice course, a simmered dish, and dessert.

The meal was quite interesting and beautifully presented. The restaurant, elegant and...

The maitre d’ was kind enough to find room for is at lunch. We both choose a large Kaiseki with no regrets. It is a shame that more Westerners don’t know enough about this cuisine. Every time we have it, it sends on a taste adventure. Never...