Waan Kuroishi

A long-established Japanese restaurant founded in 1966 in Ise, Mie Prefecture. Known for attracting gourmets from within and beyond the prefecture, it serves dishes featuring local ingredients such as Ise lobster, pufferfish, abalone, and Matsusaka beef, with a focus on the abundant seafood of Ise-Shima.

The restaurant is particularly notable for always offering molted Ise lobster, an extreme rarity in Japan. Within just a few hours of molting, the lobster is soft enough to eat shell and all, with a rich sweetness and pleasantly chewy texture. After more than 20 years of research, the restaurant established its own on-site laboratory to ensure a steady supply. This Ise lobster, available nowhere else, has earned widespread acclaim.

Another highlight is the relatively affordable pufferfish from Ise Bay, allowing guests to savor authentic seafood cuisine year-round.

The calm, warm wooden interior includes counter seating and private rooms, making it ideal for special-occasion meals or a stop while sightseeing. It is a place to experience the climate and culinary culture of Ise with all five senses.