Tensai — Restaurant in Tokyo

If you’re looking for an unforgettable dining experience, this restaurant is a must-visit. The Japanese wagyu and crab shabu shabu were simply exceptional—each bite was rich, tender, and full of depth. The ingredients were incredibly fresh, and the presentation was elegant and thoughtful.

But what truly elevated the entire experience was the service. From start to finish, we were treated with genuine warmth and professionalism. A special shoutout to our server, James, who went above and beyond. Not only was he friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu, but he’s also multilingual—an absolutely invaluable asset for visitors who don’t speak Japanese. He made the entire experience seamless and enjoyable, bridging any language gaps with ease and grace.

If you’re craving top-tier Japanese cuisine paired with outstanding service, this place is a gem. Highly recommended, especially for...

Location: 1st Floor, Shinjuku Washington Hotel (Main Building) 9800Yen wagyu&seafood shabushabu buffet

Wagyu Shabu-shabu & Sukiyaki: Features premium Wagyu beef sourced from various regions across Japan. Diners can enjoy both shabu-shabu and sukiyaki styles. The beef is tender, rich, and flavorful.

Seafood : Offers fresh, high-quality seafood including snow crab from Hokkaido, abalone, prawns, and more.

International Buffet: dishes spanning Japanese, Western, and Chinese cuisines. Great variety to satisfy all palates.

Desserts & Drinks: Includes a wide range of desserts and over 100 drink options, such as draft beer, sake, soft drinks, and more—all unlimited.

Dining Space: Spacious and bright with around 100 seats. Relaxed atmosphere suitable for families, friends, or business gatherings.

Service & Facilities: Some staff can communicate in english and Chinese. Accepts credit cards and...

The service here is superb. They have an English speaking waiter & a very enthusiastic Japanese waiter who consistently check in on our table. Don’t expect too much on the food variation but the quality is okay.

One very disappointing point was that the non-local “boss” or “head chef” was really rude to the us. One of the waiters was hyping us up with some drinks and he walked out to shout at us saying we were inconsiderate to other customers in the restaurant. We overheard him discriminating & giving bad comments on other non-local customers (specifically mentioned a few nationalities) too when he himself is not a local resident. This is a very very bad hospitality and it reflects badly on the restaurant image.

Advice for anyone planning to visit this place, if you have other options, please consider going to other...