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French Omakase With Suruga Bay Seafood
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Yaizu, Japan

Chiso Nishikenichi

CuisineFrench
Executive ChefKenichi Nishi
Price≈$120
Dress CodeSmart Casual
ServiceFormal
NoiseQuiet
CapacityIntimate
The Japan Times Destination Restaurants
Opinionated About Dining
Tabelog

Chiso Nishikenichi serves French omakase with Suruga Bay seafood, backed by a sake focus and Tabelog Gold recognition in 2025.

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Address
Japan, 〒425-0036 Shizuoka, Yaizu, Nishikogawa, 4 Chome−8−9
Phone
+81 50-5589-3582
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Chiso Nishikenichi restaurant in Yaizu, Japan
About

Suruga Bay seafood in French omakase

French omakase with Suruga Bay seafood defines the kitchen, and the restaurant is independent. Tabelog placed it at Gold in 2025 and Gold #6 with 4.6pts in 2026.

Fish pie, mackerel, swimming aji

Fish pie, seared mackerel, swimming aji, and fish in puff pastry keep the focus on fish. Local sourcing and sustainable seafood make Chiso Nishikenichi a useful pick for diners prioritizing provenance.

Yaizu, Nishikogawa, lunch and dinner

Yaizu gives the restaurant its practical anchor at Nishikogawa, 4 Chome−8−9, with lunch and dinner in play. Quiet, formal, leisurely service supports a planned sit-down meal.

Signature Dishes
Fish pieSeared mackerelSwimming ajiFish in Puff Pastry
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Recognition history

Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.

  1. Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked #112

    Opinionated About Dining

  2. Tabelog Gold #6

    Tabelog

  3. Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked #190

    Opinionated About Dining

  4. Tabelog Gold

    Tabelog

  5. Tabelog 100 #37 · No. 37

    Tabelog · Tabelog 100 - French - EAST - 2025

  6. Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked #247

    Opinionated About Dining

  7. The Japan Times Destination Restaurants Destination Restaurants Selection #4

    The Japan Times Destination Restaurants

At a Glance
Vibe
  • Intimate
  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
  • Low Profile Address
Best For
  • Special Occasion
  • Date Night
Experience
  • Chefs Counter
  • Open Kitchen
Drink Program
  • Sake Program
Sourcing
  • Local Sourcing
  • Sustainable Seafood
Dress CodeSmart Casual
Noise LevelQuiet
CapacityIntimate
Service StyleFormal
Meal PacingLeisurely
Visit details

Current opening hours

Monday
12–4:30 PM, 6–8:30 PM
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
12–4:30 PM, 6–8:30 PM
Thursday
12–4:30 PM, 6–8:30 PM
Friday
12–4:30 PM, 6–8:30 PM
Saturday
12–4:30 PM, 6–8:30 PM
Sunday
Closed

Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .

Deep turquoise palette evoking an underwater feel in a traditional house with soft evening lighting creating a warm, inviting atmosphere around the open kitchen.