Osaka Ajikitcho Horieten - Michelin 2-stars

Learn from a Michelin Chef
The secret of taste

Make a reservation in advance for this popular traditional Japanese restaurant in Osaka, which is difficult to reserve, and visit at a convenient time. In addition to the meal, the owner chef, who has maintained a Michelin star for over 10 years, will personally explain the concept of umami (savory taste) related to the dashi culture (Japanese broth) of the Kansai region, making it even more special. After the explanation, you can also enjoy kaiseki cuisine prepared by the chef himself, so if you want an upgraded meal, this is the place to go.

Restaurant Highlights

✨ Special experience
There is an experience prepared to make dashi (broth) using ingredients such as shiitake mushrooms, sea bream bones, and shellfish.

✨ Cooking explanations directly from the Michelin chef
You can hear secret recipes and the secrets of savory flavors that you don't usually hear from the chef!

✨ It is also close to the 2025 Osaka Expo, making it a great location to visit on your way there and back.
It's the perfect culinary experience before or after visiting the Expo.

✨ English or Chinese interpretation provided
You can participate comfortably without worrying about language barriers.

✨ Special benefits provided
Special benefits include handmade matcha salt (small package), Ajikitcho special noodle tsuyu & chasoba set, Ajikitcho original blanket towel, etc.

Nakatani Ryuusuke, store owner

Ajikicho is a restaurant where you can enjoy the true nature of seasonal delicacies. From the cuisine to the atmosphere and even the service, we do our best to ensure that our guests can enjoy the delights of Japan's seasons with their five senses. We do our best to create a happy time for you to spend with your loved ones while enjoying the depth and delicacy of 'Naniwa' Kaiseki cuisine (a type of traditional Japanese cuisine).

The original taste of seasonal ingredients

Kaiseki cuisine is served with fresh seasonal ingredients and the original flavors of the ingredients are preserved. The utmost care is put into each dish, so we recommend that you enjoy it both visually and gustatorily.