Tabelog Bronze #403
Our verdict
Shinoda is a four-seat, reservation-only restaurant in Imabari serving Setouchi Japanese cuisine. Its omakase course uses seasonal ingredients, and it was named a Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner and selected for Tabelog Japanese Cuisine WEST 100 in 2025.
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Shinoda is a Setouchi Japanese restaurant in Imabari. The restaurant works with ingredients from the area, including fish and vegetables selected through relationships with local producers.
The restaurant has four seats and serves an omakase course by reservation. The menu offers an omakase course at ¥36,000 per person, expressed through around ten seasonal dishes.
Setouchi ingredients in a small-format meal
Shinoda’s cooking draws on the ingredients of Imabari and the Setouchi region. The menu uses rice, seafood, mountain vegetables, and seasonal produce, while its producer relationships include local fishing and farming partners.
The restaurant received Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze recognition and was selected for Tabelog Japanese Cuisine WEST 100 in 2025.
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Planning a visit
Lunch begins at 12:30 and dinner begins at 18:30; the restaurant has irregular holidays. Reservations are required. Guests should share allergies and dietary preferences in advance. The venue is fully non-smoking, follows a smart-casual dress code, and welcomes guests aged 15 and over.
Shinoda is at 2 Chome-2-4 Matsumotocho, Imabari, around ten minutes by car from Imabari Station. Our full Imabari experiences guide can help place a reservation within a broader visit.
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Frequently asked questions
Would Shinoda be comfortable with kids?
Shinoda welcomes guests aged 15 and over. The restaurant has four seats and serves a reservation-only course.
What should I expect at Shinoda?
Shinoda has four seats, serves a reservation-only course, and is fully non-smoking. It is at 2 Chome-2-4 Matsumotocho in Imabari.
Is Shinoda open every day?
Lunch begins at 12:30 and dinner begins at 18:30. The restaurant has irregular holidays, so confirm availability when booking.
Where is Shinoda?
Shinoda is at 2 Chome-2-4 Matsumotocho, Imabari, about ten minutes by car from Imabari Station.
What does Shinoda serve?
Shinoda serves an omakase course of Setouchi Japanese cuisine. Its official menu describes seasonal ingredients including rice, seafood, and mountain vegetables.
What if I have allergies at Shinoda?
Tell the restaurant about allergies and dietary preferences in advance. Reservations are required, and the restaurant asks guests to communicate these needs before their visit.
How It Stacks Up
Key details for Shinoda.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| ShinodaThis venue (the venue you are viewing) | Regional Japanese Fine Dining | $300–500 | Tabelog Bronze #403 |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Tabelog Bronze #403
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Full recognition history (3 entries)
Tabelog Bronze
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Tabelog 100 #15 · No. 15
Tabelog · Tabelog 100 - Japanese cuisine - WEST - 2025
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Details
- Intimate
- Elegant
- Quiet
- Sophisticated
- Special Occasion
- Sake Program
- Local Sourcing
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 6 PM–12 AM
- Tuesday
- 6 PM–12 AM
- Wednesday
- 6 PM–12 AM
- Thursday
- 6 PM–12 AM
- Friday
- 6 PM–12 AM
- Saturday
- 6 PM–12 AM
- Sunday
- 6 PM–12 AM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Hours as of .
Quiet and focused space away from the city with only 4 seats, emphasizing intimate dining and perfection in cooking.