In Japanese, “Kaiseki” can be written in two ways: 懐石 and 会席. “Ryori” (料理) means cooking, cookery, or cuisine. While confusingly noted in two different ways yet pronounce… See more

You can expect an all-embracing element of seasonality, culinary artistry, and hospitalityat a kaiseki meal. Every dish is painstakingly prepared with the season’s freshest pr… See more

So, what’s in a kaiseki meal, and how many courses are served? This article will focus on the banquet dinner Kaiseki (会席). Cha-Kaiseki follows a similar course distribution but differs i… See more

Now, if you’ve made a reservation at a kaiseki restaurant and are excited to experience this unique dining, let’s learn the rules and etiquette beforehand. Here are some g… See more