Kawaki is an Echizen crab specialist in Sakai with Opinionated About Dining Japan rankings from 2024 to 2026.
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- Address
- 2 Chome-2-28 Mikunicho Chuo, Sakai, Fukui 913-0042, Japan
- Phone
- +81 776-82-1313
- Website
- kawaki.jp.net
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Echizen crab specialist
Echizen crab defines Kawaki’s seafood focus, with boiled Echizen crab and zubo gani as named signatures. This is a dinner choice for diners who want the meal centered on crab.
Opinionated About Dining Japan rankings
Opinionated About Dining placed Kawaki at No. 170 in Japan for 2024, No. 136 for 2025, and No. 146 for 2026. The sequence gives readers a concise external credential.
Garden views, courtyard and sake
Garden views, a courtyard, quiet noise level and leisurely pacing suit a conversation-led dinner. Formal service, smart casual dress and sake make the practical frame more structured.
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At a Glance
- Elegant
- Sophisticated
- Intimate
- Special Occasion
- Courtyard
- Sake Program
- Local Sourcing
- Garden
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Relaxing atmosphere with spacious seating and a seasonal courtyard view, creating an elegant dining experience.