Soukaen serves traditional Japanese kaiseki with Tenjin hamo in Hofu, with sake, local sourcing, sustainable seafood and garden views.
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- Address
- 1 Chome-1-15 Kuwanoyama, Hofu, Yamaguchi 747-0808, Japan
- Phone
- +81835243000
- Website
- soukaen.biz

Tenjin Hamo Course and Hamo Shabu
Tenjin Hamo Course anchors a hamo-focused kaiseki lineup, with Hamo Shabu, Hamo Sashimi, Hamo Somen and Seared Hamo alongside a Puffer Fish Course. Soukaen serves lunch and dinner.
Garden views in a historic standalone building
Garden views pair with quiet noise levels, private dining and a historic standalone building. Formal service and leisurely pacing make this a fit for a conversation-led lunch or dinner.
- Tenjin Hamo Course
- Hamo Shabu
- Hamo Sashimi
- Hamo Somen
- Seared Hamo
- Puffer Fish Course
Comparison Snapshot
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soukaen | Traditional Japanese Kaiseki with Tenjin Hamo | $$$ | , | Kuwayama, Hofu |
| いか鮮本家 | Live Squid Seafood | $$ | , | near Hofu Station |
| Ishigaki Jima Kitauchi Bokujou | Ishigaki Wagyu Yakiniku | $$$ | , | Maezato |
| 太平寿し | Traditional Japanese Sushi with Steamed Specialties | $$$ | , | 太平寺 |
| 和食晴ル | Kyoto Kappo Izakaya | $$$ | , | Shinkyō-chō, Shimogyō-ku |
| 篝火 | Japanese Kaiseki & Chinese | $$$ | , | Yamanouchi-machi, Shimotakai-gun |
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- Elegant
- Romantic
- Classic
- Scenic
- Special Occasion
- Date Night
- Group Dining
- Celebration
- Private Dining
- Garden
- Historic Building
- Standalone
- Sake Program
- Local Sourcing
- Sustainable Seafood
- Garden
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–10 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–10 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–10 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–10 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–10 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–10 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Serene and refined atmosphere enhanced by a traditional Japanese garden; intimate setting in a pure Japanese house made of stucco and cypress.






