Japanese Kaiseki Fine Dining

Kaiseki Mugen

4.9(860)
·Wed – Mon, 17:00 – 22:00·4-12-15 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0061

Course Dining

Chef's Curated Courses

Multi-course experiences crafted by our chef. Each course follows the kaiseki tradition of harmony and seasonality.

Grand Kaiseki
Signature

10-Course Seasonal Journey

Grand Kaiseki

The ultimate kaiseki experience. Ten meticulously composed courses that follow the traditional progression from sakizuke to mizumono, showcasing the finest seasonal ingredients.

1SakizukeSeasonal amuse-bouche
2HassunMountain and sea platter
3MukozukeOtoro sashimi selection
4TakiawaseSimmered vegetables with dashi

+6 more courses

¥28,0003 hours·Counter seating only
Omakase
Popular

Chef's Selection — 7 Courses

Omakase

Trust the chef's intuition. Seven courses that respond to the day's best ingredients from Tsukiji, local farms, and mountain foragers.

1OpeningSeasonal appetiser
2SashimiDay's finest selection
3GrilledCharcoal-grilled seasonal fish
4SimmeredDashi-braised vegetables

+3 more courses

¥18,0002 hours·Counter or table
Shojin Ryori
New

Vegetarian Temple Cuisine — 6 Courses

Shojin Ryori

A plant-based kaiseki inspired by Buddhist temple cuisine. No animal products — only seasonal vegetables, tofu, and mountain herbs prepared with reverence.

1OpeningGoma-dofu sesame tofu
2SoupClear dashi with yuba
3SimmeredSeasonal root vegetables
4GrilledMiso-glazed eggplant

+2 more courses

¥15,0001.5 hours·Table or counter
Sushi Omakase

12 Pieces — Nigiri Journey

Sushi Omakase

Twelve pieces of the finest nigiri, hand-pressed by our sushi master. Each piece showcases a different fish at its seasonal peak.

1ShiromiWhite fish selection
2HikariSilver-skinned fish
3AkamiLean tuna
4ChutoroMedium-fatty tuna

+5 more courses

¥22,0001.5 hours·Counter seating only

À la Carte

Order What You Love

Browse our full menu and pick your favourites. Every dish is prepared to order with the finest seasonal ingredients.

Gallery

A Feast for the Eyes

Every plate is a canvas. We believe dining is a multi-sensory experience that begins long before the first bite.

Kaiseki plating
Fresh sashimi
Japanese ceramics
Matcha preparation
Sushi counter
Japanese garden

Philosophy

The Way of Kaiseki

Kaiseki is the art of balance — a dialogue between chef and season, vessel and ingredient, simplicity and depth. Rooted in the tea ceremony tradition, each course is composed with intention: to honour nature's rhythm and awaken the senses.

At Kaiseki Mugen, we source daily from Tsukiji Market, Kyoto's mountain foragers, and Hokkaido's pristine waters. Nothing is forced. Every ingredient appears at the precise moment of its peak — what we call shun.

15+

Years of craft

47

Seasonal ingredients

2

Michelin Stars

Kaiseki preparation

The Chef

Behind Every Dish

Chef Takeshi Yamamoto

Head Chef & Washoku Master

Trained for fifteen years under legendary masters in Kyoto before opening Kaiseki Mugen. Chef Yamamoto's philosophy centers on shun — the precise moment when an ingredient reaches its peak. Every dish reflects decades of discipline, an unwavering respect for nature, and the quiet pursuit of perfection.

"Kaiseki is not about the chef. It is about letting each ingredient speak at the moment it has the most to say."

Achievements

2 Michelin StarsGault & Millau Grand ChefWashoku Heritage GuardianJFA Culinary Excellence
Japanese chef at work
Fresh Japanese ingredients

Sourcing

Our Ingredients

We source directly from Japan's finest producers. Every ingredient is chosen at its peak — nothing is compromised, nothing is rushed.

01

Tsukiji, Tokyo

Bluefin Tuna & Seasonal Fish

Daily auction selection from the world's most renowned fish market

02

Hokkaido

Sea Urchin & Scallops

Cold-water shellfish prized for sweetness and creamy texture

03

Kyoto Mountains

Matsutake & Wild Herbs

Foraged from ancient pine forests by generational gatherers

04

Miyazaki Prefecture

A5 Wagyu Beef

Hand-selected cattle raised on natural spring water and grain

05

Niigata

Koshihikari Rice & Sake

Snow-melt water and mineral-rich soil create unmatched purity

06

Kochi Prefecture

Yuzu & Sudachi Citrus

Sun-ripened citrus harvested at the peak of fragrance

This Season

Winter Highlights

Our menu evolves with the seasons. Here are the ingredients and dishes defining our kitchen right now.

Hokkaido Uni

Sweet, creamy sea urchin harvested from the icy waters of northern Japan. At its richest during winter months.

Matsutake Mushroom

The king of Japanese mushrooms, foraged from Kyoto's pine forests. Earthy aroma that defines autumn and early winter.

Fugu (Blowfish)

Licensed preparation of tiger blowfish — delicate, translucent sashimi with a clean, refined flavour unlike anything else.

Yuzu Citrus

Peak-season yuzu from Kochi prefecture. Its fragrant zest and tart juice brighten winter dishes and desserts.

Find Us

Visit Our Restaurant

Address

4-12-15 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0061

Hours

Wed – Mon, 17:00 – 22:00

Phone

+81 3-6228-4838

Seats

12 seats available

Experience

Ways to Dine

Every visit to Kaiseki Mugen can be tailored. Choose the experience that suits the occasion.

Counter Omakase

Sit at our hinoki cypress counter and watch Chef Yamamoto compose each course before you. An intimate, immersive experience reserved for up to eight guests.

8 seats · Reservation required

Private Koshitsu Room

Traditional tatami rooms with shoji screens for special gatherings. Enjoy a dedicated chef and server for your party in complete privacy.

2–8 guests · From ¥35,000 per person

Sake Pairing Journey

Our certified sake sommelier curates a flight of five premium sakes to accompany your kaiseki courses. From crisp junmai to aged koshu.

Available with any course menu · +¥8,000

Seasonal Events

Join our monthly kaiseki workshops, sake tastings, and seasonal celebrations. From cherry blossom dinners in spring to hot-pot gatherings in winter.

Next event: February Setsubun Special