Miyake Akira

Dining at Akira Miyake’s table on October 2, 2025, was nothing short of an exquisite journey through land and sea, crafted with reverence for seasonality and artistry. Each course unfolded like a poem, beginning with the delicate richness of Fujisan Salmon “Ginjake” and the refined subtlety of Abalo...ne “Awabi,” immediately setting the tone for an evening of balance and precision. The progression through medium-fatty tuna “Cyutoro,” Spanish mackerel “Sawara,” and sea bream “Madai” revealed the chef’s deep understanding of texture and harmony, each bite carrying both finesse and depth. Barracuda “Kamasu” and matsutake mushroom added an earthy autumnal echo, grounding the menu in the season’s character. The centerpiece dishes shone with mastery — aged eel “Unagi” steeped in a 130-year-old tare sauce, Yonezawa Wagyu melting with incomparable tenderness, and the sweet, briny notes of crab and shrimp capturing the essence of the ocean in its purest form. The inclusion of truffle “Seiyoshoro” elevated the menu to an intoxicating height, while the second presentation of eel, perfectly grilled, closed the savory chapters with a smoky, soulful finish. For dessert, the simplicity of Muscat and grape was a refreshing ode to nature, a final whisper of sweetness before the comforting warmth of Black Beans Tea concluded the evening like a gentle farewell. Every element of this menu demonstrated not just technical brilliance, but also restraint, thoughtfulness, and gratitude — values reflected in Executive Chef Akira Miyake’s vision. This was not simply a meal; it was an immersive story of autumn, memory, and craft.

Visited October 2025

The best meal I had on this trip to Japan. I'm glad I was able to make a reservation and experience the seasonal ingredient omakase at Miyake Akira. It was a 14 item course that was incredibly delicious. There were no bad dishes. Our party of 4 was seated quickly when we arrived for the 5 pm sea...ting. They had one English speaking chef that provided the description and explanation of each dish. The head chef whose English is passable also chimed in when he wants to emphasize a dish. Service was impeccable throughout the meal as water was constantly filled, sake glasses were kept full, and dishes cleared quickly when finished. I specifically selected the restaurant because I heard the head chef was an expert in grilling eel. I was not disappointed. We were shown the eel that he would be preparing for us that day. I then got to see him expertly grill the eel on the charcoal grill to produce the most delicious eel with a crispy skin yet maintain the juicy and firm texture of the unagi. We had 3 different eel dishes and my favorite has to be the aged unagi. I would absolutely go back to have it again. Another highlight of the day has to be the lobster which was also grilled on the charcoal grill. It was cooked perfectly and the lobster tail was still tender. The chef is an expert at grilling! While not a cheap meal, I would not hesitate to go back again and experience other seasonal ingredients and the unagi.

Visited May 2025

We sat at the counter which had seating for six. It is a very authentic experience and the chef's tasting menu was superb. Supported by an interesting pairing of Sake, Champagne and Wine. The staff can just about manage to describe everything in English and tried very hard to ensure we had a good ti...me. The restaurant is hard to find and down an alley way however it is worth the effort as one of the best meals in Japan.

Visited March 2025

Excellent Nagoya style Unajyu…in a very tasteful surrounding with helpful staff! We will return to try the Dinner menu.

Visited November 2024

The food is freshly made, the ingredients are in season. The price paid for the quality is fair. The chef and staff were gracious, thoughtful and friendly. Each round was delicious, spectacular in presentation. I really liked frog made from cucumber. Highly recommend for anniversary or date night. ...Thank you for a wonderful experience. We love our time here. 全ての料理が美味しくて最高でした。 特にうなぎは今まで食べた鰻で1番おいしかったです。 お酒に種類も豊富でとても良かったです

Visited April 2024