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Nobuki Tours – Japanese Fine Dining, Michelin Recommended in the Loire Valley

Nobuki, a Japanese Table in Tours

On rue Buffon in the heart of Tours, Nobuki presents a vision of Japanese cuisine that is at once seasonal, traditional, and creative. The restaurant describes itself simply as a “table japonaise,” and the ambition is clear: a rigorous selection of ingredients, paired with living wines and sake.

The menu changes with the seasons. At lunch, the offering includes a bento and a chirashi, while Friday evenings are reserved for a tasting menu of seasonal dishes. Starters might include a duo of sashimi or seasonal tempura, followed by mains such as Japanese-style pork rillons or pan-seared maigre with yuzu juice and sansho pepper. Desserts range from a house-made green tea tiramisu to a trio of Japanese-inspired frozen flavours.

The atmosphere is intimate, with counter dining and table service available. Reservations are taken by phone only, reinforcing the personal, unhurried approach.

Nobuki’s recognition by the Michelin guide as a Recommended restaurant reflects the precision and care that define the cooking here. For those seeking a genuine Japanese dining experience in the Loire Valley, this is a address to know.