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Isoyama
Japanese
A small sign glowing in a Pontocho back alley marks this intimate omakase spot where Showa-era pop plays and the vibe lands somewhere between izakaya and kappo. The chef trained in both traditions, so vinegared mackerel sushi and simmered octopus sit alongside char-grilled fish paired with shuto and konowata paste, each one chosen for how it sits against sake. Numerous small plates and bowls arrive in sequence, and nothing about the room is trying to impress you.
One honor, in evidence:
The record strongest first
- Michelin Guide Selected Restaurant
One number, weighted & current 69
How we scoreThe dishes from the writeups
- Sushi of vinegared mackerel Michelin Guide
- Simmered octopus Michelin Guide
- Roast duck Michelin Guide
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- Kanesho Japanese Eat · 74
- Gion Rohan Japanese Eat · 69
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