A seasonal dish showcasing local ingredients
It features inventive Japanese cuisine made with fresh local ingredients from Kanazawa. In spring there are appetizers using butterbur sprouts, in summer a pureed snap pea soup, and in autumn dishes made with fresh turnips and shiitake mushrooms. In particular, many dishes draw out the umami of aged ingredients; each plate is artistic and richly flavorful. The original dishes that evoke the four seasons are visually beautiful and whet the appetite.
A serene space imbued with the beauty of Japanese tradition
The interior is a Japanese-style space that combines a calm atmosphere with a sense of elegance. Passing through a low crawl-through entrance reveals a tranquil area with a view of the courtyard, featuring arrangements that bring in natural light. The restaurant’s interior, with careful attention to details such as the texture of the wood and the lighting, makes the meal even more enjoyable. In this relaxed setting, you can slowly savor the delicious cuisine unique to Kanazawa.
A renowned Japanese restaurant where you can savor the atmosphere of Kanazawa
A Japanese restaurant tucked away in the depths of Kanazawa Higashi Chaya District, offering dishes that make use of local ingredients. Using seasonal ingredients, it presents inventive cuisine. Since opening in 2016, it has valued the region’s food culture and has continued to serve delicate, beautiful dishes. In a calm interior, guests can enjoy the charms of the season and spend a special time in this hidden gem of Kanazawa.
Tomokazu Imai
Mr. Imai is the owner of Higashiyama Wakon in the Higashi Chaya District of Kanazawa; he became independent and opened it in 2018. He is one of Kanazawa's notable young chefs. His cooking introduces unexpected choices and combinations of ingredients and features delicate presentation. Each dish is carefully constructed to be delicious, and with every bite the sense of wonder grows. His work shows techniques that bring out the ingredients' natural flavors to the fullest and a deep passion for cooking.
Restaurant Information
InfoBusiness Hours
12:00~14:30(L.O.14:00),18:00~22:00(L.O.21:30)
Closed
18:00~22:00(L.O.21:30)
12:00~14:30(L.O.14:00),18:00~22:00(L.O.21:30)
12:00~14:30(L.O.14:00),18:00~22:00(L.O.21:30)
12:00~14:30(L.O.14:00),18:00~22:00(L.O.21:30)
12:00~14:30(L.O.14:00),18:00~22:00(L.O.21:30)
12:00~14:30(L.O.14:00),18:00~22:00(L.O.21:30)
Payment Methods
Card accepted, electronic money accepted, QR code payment not accepted
Reservation Notes
For same-day reservations and reservations for parties of six or more, please contact the store directly by phone.
