Daikanyama Issai Kassai
代官山 いっさい喝采
Nakameguro & Daikanyama · restaurant
Japanese kaiseki spot in Daikanyama with four consecutive Michelin mentions. Basement counter setup; a-la-carte options rather than fixed course. Specialties include fried Brussels sprouts, soft-shell crab cream croquette, and clay-pot wagyu rice.
⚠️ Note: Prices quoted from caption (¥980–¥4,800 per dish); verify current menu on visit. Japanese-only menu likely; confirm English availability if needed.
As seen on Instagram
Original post by @gurume.kuro
How to visit
- Address
- 〒150-0033 Tokyo, Shibuya, Sarugakuchō, 2−5−２−５ Shibuya-ku 佐藤エステートビル3号館B1 (Satou estate building 3 B1
- Hours
- Tue–Fri 5pm–11pm; Sat–Sun 4pm–10:30pm; closed Mon
- Price
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.6 ★ (116 reviews on Google Maps)
- English (?)
- Yes
- Reservations
- Not required
What makes it special
Hidden basement location midway between Daikanyama and Shibuya stations. Listed in Michelin (Bib Gourmand 2023; Selected Restaurant 2024–2026). Unlike typical kaiseki, the a-la-carte format lets you mix and match. The post highlights Brussels sprout tempura, softshell crab croquette (¥1,800), soft-shell turtle hotpot (¥3,800), and black wagyu clay-pot rice with egg yolk (¥4,800). Counter seating emphasizes omakase-style interaction.
How to visit
9 min walk from Daikanyama Station, 10 min from Shibuya. Closed Mondays. No English menu noted; a-la-carte ordering. Reservations not explicitly required but recommend checking the website at https://issai-kassai.com/ before visit.
FAQ
FAQ
What's the Michelin history?
Bib Gourmand in 2023; Selected Restaurant from 2024–2026.
Can I order single dishes, or is it course-only?
A-la-carte available—you can order individual items rather than committing to a full omakase or fixed menu.
What should I order?
Per the post, Brussels sprout tempura (¥980), crab cream croquette (¥1,800), soft-shell turtle hotpot (¥3,800), and black wagyu clay-pot rice (¥4,800) are highlights. Budget around ¥10,000 per person for a satisfying meal.