Gôra Kadan
Hotel and restaurant in the mountains
Discover the wonders of an ancient Japanese hideway at Gôra Kadan, the former relaxing retreat of the Kanin-no-miya imperial family. This noble residence set in beautiful surroundings in the national park of Hakone, offers authentic Tatami-style rooms with cypress bath, open-air bath or whirlpool bath. After a visit to the nearby tradition museums, savour traditional «Kaiseki cuisine» and enjoy the spa treatment. ...Read more
Japan, Hakone

Horai
Hotel and restaurant on the seafront
The only sound that you will hear in this idyllic haven, bathed in the aromas of ancient Japan, is the wind murmuring in the cherry trees or the waves rolling onto the sands. The minimalist «sukiya» style apartments, decorated with fresh flowers, open out directly onto the ocean. Relax in the open-air hot springs, then enjoy Japanese seafood in your room or savour French cuisine at the «Nanki Bunko» restaurant. ...Read more
Japan, Shizuoka-ken

Hôtel de Mikuni
Restaurant ‘Relais Gourmand’ in town
Kiyomi Mikuni is one of Tokyo’s highest rated chefs. Drawing on Girardet, Troisgros and Chapel, he has created his own «cuisine spontanée», blending French and Japanese tradition with innovative flair. Savour his exquisite «Japanized» «salade de homard d’Alain Chapel» and «platinium et menthe fraîche Kiyomi Mikuni», and choose from an excellent selection of French wines. ...Read more
Japan, Tokyo

Asaba
Hotel and restaurant in a village
Asaba was built in 1675, amidst the oldest hotsprings on the Izu Peninsula. Its crowning feature is a bamboo forest bordering a magnificent pond. Buildings seem to float along this stretch of water. For 350 years ever since Asaba has been a haven of relaxation for countless satisfied guests. Please no children under 7 years of age. ...Read more
Japan, Shizuoka-Ken

Seiryuso
Hotel and restaurant in a park
Serenity reigns in this vast park bathed in Izu’s light. A flagstone walk flanked by 100-year-old willows and a lovely stone lantern leads to 6 pavilions arranged in Japanese style. On-site hot springs replenish swimming spa and onsens. Garden spa with splendid 7,000 m2 garden offers Fango-rassoul at hammam, log sauna with wood stove, thermarivm and natural oil treatments… to produce a premier category wellness site in Japan. ...Read more
Japan, Shizuoka-ken

Restaurant Hiramatsu
Restaurant ‘Relais Gourmand’ in town
In the cosmopolitan district of Hiroo in Tokyo, the chef Hiroyuki Hiramatsu welcomes you to a very elegant location, the walls devoted to the great masters of painting. Eyes and taste buds are wide awake. Exceptional wine list. Just try the: «foie gras de canard aux choux frisés, sauce aux truffes» or the «homard rôti aux pousses d’épinards, beurre aux fines herbes». ...Read more
Japan, Tokyo

Kanetanaka
Restaurant 'Relais Gourmand' in town
Located in Tokyo, in a quiet part of the famous Ginza district, this traditional Japanese ryotei consists of private rooms with minimalist, sukiya-style decor. The chef, Shingo Okazoe, conjures up highly sophisticated seasonal cuisine for his guests. On request and on reservation only, you can enhance your evening by discovering the art of singing and dance practiced by geishas accompanied by their shamisen. A marvellous, unique journey to ancestral, traditionalist Japan. ...Read more
Japan, Tokyo

Enoteca Pinchiorri
Restaurant ‘Relais Gourmand’ in town
In the district of Ginza, a warm, elegant restaurant in classic European style. Besides exquisite Italian and French wines, guests can savour the wonderful Italian cuisine of Annie Féolde and her chef Toshikazu-Tsuji: «consommé froid de hérissons de mer accompagné d’une mousse de carottes et cubes de céleri», «filet de bœuf en croûte de sel aux herbes, accompagné d’une tourte aux aubergines, courgettes et tomates». ...Read more
Japan, Tokyo

Restaurant Sant Pau
Restaurant 'Relais Gourmand' in town
Like an extension to her restaurant near Barcelona, Carme Ruscalleda has exported cuisine imbued with Catalan traditions to Tokyo’s Nihonbashi district where she has added her innovative talent. Wine bar, smokers’ lounge. Inviting settings in a Japanese restaurant. Several Spanish pieces of period furniture are happily paired with works by contemporary artists. The same spirit is reflected by the subtle, personal cuisine. ...Read more
Japan, Tokyo

Château Restaurant Joël Robuchon
Restaurant 'Relais Gourmand' in town
Built in harmony with the architectural traditions of the XVIIIth century, the Château Restaurant Joël Robuchon is the epitome of French elegance in Tokyo. Tastefully renovated in contemporary style by a Japanese interior designer, the setting successfully marries past and present. An exceptional, friendly and sophisticated setting to enjoy a truly unique culinary experience and taste the renowned «gelée de caviar à la crème de chou-fleur»… ...Read more
Japan, Tokyo