NARA NIKON

Japanese · Nara · Michelin Two Stars · Chef Shimizu Shojiro

Two-Michelin-starred kaiseki restaurant whose name NIKON (而今) means 'this moment' in Zen philosophy — a reminder to be fully present in the dining experience. Chef Shimizu Shojiro, who opened here at 32, serves seasonal omakase kaiseki that changes monthly and draws fresh seafood daily from the market.

3 Nabeya-cho, Nara, 630-8374, Japan, Nara

• Michelin 2025
• Michelin 2024

Menu

Tasting Menu

• Omakase Kaiseki Course (25000) — Monthly-changing multi-course kaiseki by Chef Shojiro Shimizu. Seasonal progression: sakizuke, owan, tsukuri, yakimono, nimono, kamado rice, wagashi, matcha. Service charge included. Near Kintetsu-Nara Station.
• Dinner Omakase (25000)

Dishes

• Grilled conger eel with prune sauce
• Saikyo grilled pomfret with sesame dressing
• chestnut Monaka
• Seasonal starters expressing a sense of season
• Beautifully plated, daily-sourced seasonal seafood
• Matsuba crab steamed egg custard
• Cured mackerel nigiri
• Locally produced rice cooked in a traditional kamado
• Kotoka jelly

Phone: +81 742-26-7866

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