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About this Restaurant
Nara Nikon is a renowned Japanese restaurant located a short walk from Kintetsu Nara Station, consistently recognized by the Tabelog Awards (Bronze from 2020-2026) and selected as a Japanese Cuisine Hyakumeiten. It operates strictly by reservation, accepted only by phone. The restaurant offers delicate yet profound dishes that maximize the flavor of carefully selected seasonal ingredients through a "beauty of subtraction" approach. With counter seating and two private rooms, it provides a calm and sophisticated atmosphere where guests can enjoy a special time with attentive service.

Chef
Shimizu Shojiro - A Craftsman Shouldering the Future of Japanese Cuisine

Food
"Authentic Kaiseki Cuisine that Combines a Commitment to Ingredients and the Tradition of Japanese Cooking with Originality"

Space
"A Tranquil Japanese Space Reminiscent of a Tea Room, Where Even the Waiting Time is of High Quality"
