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koujitsu

A focused Japanese kitchen in Kanazawa earning Gault&Millau recognition for precise technique and seasonal ingredients.

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Koujitsu: Award-Winning Japanese Cuisine in Kanazawa

Seasonal Japanese cooking

Koujitsu brings a disciplined approach to Japanese cuisine in Kanazawa. The kitchen follows the rhythm of local harvests and coastal catches to shape each course. This commitment to seasonal ingredients recently earned the restaurant fifteen points from Gault&Millau in their 2026 guide. Diners encounter meals built around exact timing and straightforward preparation.

Precision at the counter

The dining space centers on direct interaction between the chef and guests. Every plate arrives with measured attention to texture and temperature. The kitchen relies on traditional knife work and careful seasoning rather than heavy sauces. That steady craftsmanship keeps the menu grounded in honest flavors.

Refined pacing and finish

Meals move through deliberate stages without rushing the palate. Guests experience courses designed to highlight individual ingredients. The service maintains a quiet pace that lets each bite register fully. Koujitsu continues to refine its Japanese cooking style with every passing season.

Recognition

Awards & accolades

2026
Gault&Millau
15
15

Details

At a glance

Gault&Millau 2026 — 15
Cuisines Japanese

History

On the record

Established

Location

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11-15, 921-8033 Kanazawa City, Ishikawa
Kanazawa, Japan
+81762207076
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