Osteria la Forchetta, Takayama — Restaurant in Takayama

We were snowed in at Takayama and stumbled upon this charming gem near our hotel during a storm. The lovely couple who greeted us made our experience even more special. We selected the home-made ginger ale.

We opted for the Chef's selection of 4 courses, which was truly unforgettable. The homemade mortadella with freshly baked focaccia was a highlight, followed by seasonal vegetables tempura-style, deer, and a radish salad.

Primo - pasta course was delightful, accompanied by great conversation.

Secondo - The second course was a hearty beef stew with the creamiest, buttery mash and steamed chicory.

Dessert was a baked cheesecake with caramelized banana, finished with a smooth Arabica espresso.

If you're in Takayama, do yourself a favor and visit this quaint osteria—you...

Our last night in Takayama and really wanted a hearty meal other than Japanese food on a cold night. That’s exactly what we got!! Came across this little gem of an Italian restaurant tucked away from the main streets. It is a charming place, warm & cozy with a beautiful couple who greeted us and run the restaurant together. The food was exceptional, service was great and had amazing wine.

An amazing chef trained in Tuscany! 👌 We talked all things food, flavours & culture. We loved 💕every bit of our 4 course meal and could not fault it. 😋 Highly recommend. Thank you, Michelle & David...

One of the best Italian food by a Japanese in Japan. The atmosphere in the restaurant is calm and pleasant. The chef Doi and his lovely wife really love Italian food and are always looking forward to try something new and the results are often really good. Is one of the few places I have been where the cuisine is made like an Italian good chef. If you close your eyes and eat his food you cannot recognize any difference between the chef and an Italian cook. Great place, highly recommended. Luca, local guide of the Amico del Solevante Tours in Takayama Shirakawa and...