Kohaku
(虎白)The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner
Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025
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Specialities
Chef
Koji Koizumi - Pioneering a New Frontier in Japanese Cuisine
Food
Respecting traditional Japanese cuisine while showcasing creative flavors.
Drink
A Specialty of Japanese Sake Crafted with Pairing in Mind for Japanese Cuisine
Space
Luxurious yet Chic. An Extraordinary Culinary Space Hidden in the Back Alleys of Kagurazaka.
Review
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Restaurant information
Details
| Restaurant name |
Kohaku
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| Awards & Recognitions |
The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner
The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner
Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025
Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025 受賞・選出歴 閉じる
The Tabelog Award 受賞歴
2026年Bronze受賞店
The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze 受賞店
百名店 選出歴
日本料理 百名店 2025 選出店
食べログ 日本料理 TOKYO 百名店 2025 選出店 |
| Categories | Japanese Cuisine |
| Phone number (for reservation and inquiry) |
050-3138-5225 |
| Reservation availability |
Reservation only |
| Address |
東京都新宿区神楽坂3-5-5 |
| Transportation |
413 meters from Iidabashi. |
| Business hours |
Hours and closed days may change, so please check with the restaurant before visiting. |
| Average price（Based on reviews） |
JPY 60,000 - JPY 79,999JPY 60,000 - JPY 79,999
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| Payment methods |
Credit card accepted Electronic money not accepted QR code payments not accepted |
Seats/facilities
| Private rooms |
Available |
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| Private use |
Available |
| Non-smoking/smoking |
Non smoking |
| Parking |
Unavailable |
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| Website |
https://kagurazaka-kohaku.jp/ |
| The opening day |
2024.4.23 |
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ChefKoji Koizumi - Pioneering a New Frontier in Japanese Cuisine
Born in 1979 in Kanagawa Prefecture, I graduated from high school and then attended a culinary school. I started my career at a kaiseki restaurant called "Okazaki" in Yaesu, where I met my mentor, Hideki Ishikawa, who was the head chef at the time. In 2003, I followed Ishikawa when he opened "Kagurazaka Ishikawa" and became his right-hand man, supporting the restaurant from its inception. In 2008, I opened "Kohaku" in Kagurazaka and took on the role of head chef. In April 2024, we will relocate and renew our current location.
Food Respecting traditional Japanese cuisine while showcasing creative flavors.
Chateaubriand is lightly charred on the surface and finely chopped, seasoned simply with salt. Underneath, you'll find a smooth puree of turnip cooked in dashi, keeping the flavor rooted in Japanese tradition. Next to the meat, we add some sea asparagus for a delightful texture, and grated green onions provide a nice accent to the taste. Chef Koizumi's style emphasizes the natural flavors of the ingredients, finishing the dish without overusing seasonings.
DrinkA Specialty of Japanese Sake Crafted with Pairing in Mind for Japanese Cuisine
The sake brand "eks" is crafted by "JAPANCRAFTCOMPANY," led by Hidetoshi Nakata. This particular bottle is a collaboration between Koizumi from the restaurant and the renowned brewery "Kokuryu Sake Brewery" in Fukui Prefecture. It enhances the flavor of dashi.
SpaceLuxurious yet Chic. An Extraordinary Culinary Space Hidden in the Back Alleys of Kagurazaka.
Kagurazaka, once a vibrant geisha district, still holds traces of its past in its cobblestone back alleys. This hidden location invites you into a world of the extraordinary. As you step inside, greeted by a ceramic guardian tiger crafted by artist Kenichi Takanaka, you can't help but be captivated by the stunning tiger scroll on display. However, as you move to the counter seats overlooking the courtyard, the grand atmosphere transforms into a chic and relaxed space. The plaster walls and high ceilings create a sense of openness and comfort.
A tranquil space nestled in a back alley of Kagurazaka. Experience the evolution of Japanese cuisine while enjoying the seasonal greenery of the garden.
In 2024, "Tora Shiro" relocated to a quiet alley in Kagurazaka, transforming into a serene culinary space. Here, you can enjoy seasonal flavors filled with new tastes and surprises, all served in a ca...lm setting overlooking the greenery of the garden. Without stepping outside the realm of Japanese cuisine, Chef Koizumi Koji skillfully combines diverse local ingredients with Western delicacies like truffles and caviar, creating innovative and delicious dishes. His creativity and masterful presentation are part of what makes Koizumi's cuisine so appealing. Keep an eye on this ever-evolving story!