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Essence
The concept is food as medicine. French cuisine that lets you savor the “life force” of ingredients with all five senses.
Essence is a French restaurant led by owner-chef Tsuyoshi Kato, who honed his skills at many acclaimed restaurants. Guided by the concept of food as medicine and a desire to create cuisine that supports the health of both mind and body, the menu brings out the full “life force” of each ingredient. With fresh local vegetables, mountain bounty, carefully selected seafood, and meats, the restaurant presents flavors deeply rooted in Akita’s natural environment.
The tableware and plating that enhance each dish, calm service, and extensive selection of wines and sake are also part of its appeal. A leisurely meal here is sure to become a wonderful memory of Akita.
Both lunch and dinner are by reservation only, with lunch courses starting at 6,000 yen and dinner courses starting at 11,000 yen. More than just a meal, the experience offers a moment to discover the essence of French cuisine, woven together by the philosophy of food as medicine and fine dining—an experience truly worthy of the restaurant’s name, “Essence.”
Highlights
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A French restaurant by owner-chef Tsuyoshi Kato, who trained at renowned restaurants.
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Based on the idea that food and medicine share the same source, the cuisine brings out the “life force” of each ingredient.
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Each high-quality dish showcases local ingredients and mountain bounty, offering a taste of Akita’s natural environment.
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Enjoy a refined, multisensory experience, with thoughtful tableware, space, service, and alcoholic beverages.
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Reservations are required. Lunch starts at 6,000 yen, and dinner starts at 11,000 yen.
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A menu featuring fresh locally grown vegetables
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Pursuing flavors rooted in Akita’s natural environment
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have vegetarian menu options?
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Vegetarian menus may be available upon request.
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Is takeout available?
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Takeout is generally not available, but may be accommodated upon request.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the restaurant?
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No, it is not available.
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Can I reserve a specific seat?
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Requests for specific seats may be accommodated when possible.
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Is there a smoking area?
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No, there is no smoking area.
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Are there sightseeing spots nearby?
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Senshu Park is located near the station.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- エッサンス
- Postal Code
- 010-0851
- Address
- Sentys Mansion 105, 704-1 Nishiyachi, Tegata, Akita City, Akita Prefecture
- Phone
- 018-874-8433
- Closed on
- Irregular holidays
- Hours
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm, 6:00 pm–9:00 pm (*No lunch service on Saturdays)
- Price Range
- Lunch from 6,000 yen, Dinner from 11,000 yen
- Access
- 4-minute walk from Akita Station on the JR Ou Main Line, Uetsu Main Line, Oga Line, and Akita Shinkansen
- Credit Cards
- Accepted (dinner only)
- Official website
- Official website (Japanese)
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