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Ryotei Yamagishi
Duck hot pot served with a secret broth passed down for over 140 years.
Ryotei Yamagishi is a traditional Japanese restaurant in Daishoji, Kaga City, Ishikawa Prefecture. Founded in 1877, it has a history of more than 140 years. It is also known for serving “Sakaami duck,” caught using a traditional hunting method. Many visitors come for this rare duck, with only Approx. 200 caught each year.
Duck hunting season runs from November 15 to February 15. Duck dishes are served from around November 20 to the end of February. The restaurant’s signature is the “Sakaami Duck Full Course.” The main dishes in the course are “Kamo Jibu Suki” and “Jibuni,” both made with wild duck. It is especially popular for letting diners enjoy the deep flavor of “Sakaami duck.” The restaurant also offers seasonal kaiseki meals that make the most of ingredients from Kaga’s villages, sea, and mountains. Lunch dishes such as the “Seafood Bowl” are popular as well.
The first floor is a kappo dining space, while the second and third floors are reserved for ryotei dining, with 120 seats in total. The first floor also has counter seating, making it easy to enjoy even in a small group. Meanwhile, the second and third floors offer a more formal atmosphere. They are ideal for enjoying an authentic course meal for business entertainment or special gatherings. This is a great place to experience flavors unique to Kaga.
Highlights
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A long-established ryotei in Kaga, founded in 1877 and in business for over 140 years.
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You can enjoy rare wild duck known as “Sakaami duck.”
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The popular “Sakaami Duck Full Course” is available only during the duck hunting season.
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Serves seasonal kaiseki cuisine featuring Kaga’s ingredients throughout the year.
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Equipped with kappo dining, private rooms, and large banquet halls for parties and wedding receptions.
Photos
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The “Sakaami Duck Full Course,” featuring wild “Sakaami duck” served with a secret broth
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A wide variety of duck dishes, including “Kushiyaki” and “Roast Duck Simmered”
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Seasonal kaiseki cuisine that lets you feel the changing seasons through its presentation
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The first floor has counter seating
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The second floor has private rooms available for groups of four or more
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The entrance of Ryotei Yamagishi, with the appearance of a traditional Japanese house
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Can I make a reservation?
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Yes. Reservations for the ryotei are required at least two days in advance.
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Are there any sightseeing spots nearby?
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Within a 10-minute walk, you will find the Ishikawa Prefecture Kutaniyaki Art Museum and the Daishoji Yamanoshita Temple District.
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What is “Sakaami hunting”?
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For more details, please see here.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 料亭 山ぎし
- Postal Code
- 922-0816
- Address
- 2-24 Higashimachi, Daishoji, Kaga City, Ishikawa
- Phone
- 0761-73-1177 (Reception hours: 11:00am–2:00pm, 5:00pm–9:00pm)
- Hours
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[Kappo] Lunch 11:30am–2:00pm Last food order at 1:15pm, Dinner 5:30pm–9:30pm Last food order at 8:30pm
[Ryotei] Lunch 11:00am–2:30pm, Dinner 5:30pm–10:00pm - Closed on
- Mondays, the third Tuesday of each month, December 28–January 5, irregular holidays
- Price Range
- JPY 3,000 and up
- Access
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1) Approx. 10 minutes by car from Kaga IC on the Hokuriku Expressway
2) Approx. 25 minutes by car from Komatsu Airport - Credit Cards
- Accepted
- Official website
- Official website (Japanese)
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