5 Award-Winning Restaurants from Michelin Guide Tokyo 2026

Michelin Guide Tokyo 2026

On September 25, 2025, the Michelin Guide Tokyo 2026 was announced, with 18 Tokyo restaurants newly receiving coveted Michelin Guide stars. This brings the city's total of Michelin-starred establishments to 160.

Discover some of the newest Michelin-starred restaurants featured below.

Tables at these newly recognized venues can be booked on OMAKASE JapanEatinerary—don't miss your chance to be one of the first to savor their exceptional, award-winning cuisine!

• Table of Contents
• Sushi Tanaka: Exquisite Sushi with Seafood from Kumamoto
• Hyakuyaku by Tokuyamazushi: A Modern Take on Ancient Flavors
• Sushi Miura: Edomae-Style Sushi in Akasaka
• Restaurant MANOIR: Sophisticated French Cuisine in Hiroo
• Piao Xiang Hiroo: Service Award for Excellent Hospitality

1. Sushi Tanaka: Exquisite Sushi with Seafood from Kumamoto

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Opened in 2024, Sushi Tanaka is a remarkable sushi restaurant in Tokyo's Minami-Azabu area, having been awarded one star in the Michelin Guide 2026.

The cuisine, led by young chef Ryu Tanaka, is defined by an overwhelming passion to bring out the unique flavors of each ingredient.

Chef Tanaka leverages his hometown connections to source a variety of abundant, high-quality seafood from Amakusa, Kumamoto, a region known as a "treasure house of ingredients."

The restaurant employs a unique method of preparing the shari (sushi rice) by cooking two different types of rice separately before combining them.

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Guests are invited to experience the deep flavors of the sushi in a dignified space filled with the chef's enthusiasm.

2. Hyakuyaku by Tokuyamazushi: A Modern Take on Ancient Flavors

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Hyakuyaku by Tokuyamazushi, awarded one star in the Michelin Guide Tokyo 2026, specializes in healthy and delicious Japanese cuisine made with fermented ingredients.

Overseen by Chef Hiroaki Tokuyama, the menu focuses on specialties like the famous aged sushi made with crucian carp from Lake Biwa, known as Funazushi, modern takes on traditional fermented dishes, seasonal game, and wild plants.

The restaurant enhances the culinary journey with expert pairings of sake, wine, and tea, all served in a calm and refined atmosphere designed with Japanese beauty.

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Guests can choose between intimate private rooms or engaging counter seating to watch Head Chef Hitoshi Sato prepare dishes crafted from carefully sourced ingredients.

The restaurant is located in Ginza and offers beautiful views of central Tokyo.

3. Sushi Miura: Edomae-Style Sushi in Akasaka

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Sushi Miura, awarded one star in the Michelin Guide Tokyo 2026, is located in the vibrant Akasaka district of central Tokyo, near the international hub of Roppongi.

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Guests appreciate this restaurant's unique blend of high-quality, traditional Edomae sushi and flavorful seasonal Japanese dishes. The restaurant’s omakase courses are highly praised, as well as its warm hospitality.

The chefs enhance the experience by personally explaining the unique characteristics of each dish and the Japanese culinary traditions that inspire it.

4. Restaurant MANOIR: Sophisticated French Cuisine in Hiroo

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Restaurant MANOIR offers a unique French dining experience focused on carefully selected ingredients sourced from both deeply connected producers in Hokkaido and other regions across Japan.

The proprietor, who is a certified hunter, ensures the highest quality by running a game meat processing facility in Mori Town, Hokkaido, providing guests with game meat in the finest possible condition.

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The proprietor is also a sommelier who personally imports exclusive Champagne and Burgundy wines, offering perfect pairings and recommendations to enhance every dish.

Restaurant MANOIR is located in Tokyo's Hiroo district, near Ebisu, an area with many renowned dining establishments and stylish atmosphere.

5. Piao Xiang Hiroo: Service Award for Excellent Hospitality

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After earning one Michelin Star for two consecutive years (2024 and 2025), Piao Xiang Hiroo achieved further recognition from the Michelin Guide Tokyo 2026 for its exceptional hospitality.

Piao Xiang introduces authentic Sichuan cuisine to Japan, using no artificial flavorings, only carefully selected authentic spices, and homemade fermented seasonings.

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Piao Xiang's unique approach also incorporates the expertise of Chef Yoshiki Igeta, who blends traditional Sichuan techniques with knowledge of medicinal cuisine and a focus on Japanese ingredients.

This fusion allows them to create "Sichuan cuisine that can only be found here," perfectly adapted to the Japanese climate and culture while retaining its authentic charm.

Taste Michelin-Starred Cuisine in Tokyo

Every featured restaurant promises a memorable dining experience that will enhance your visit to Japan and deepen your knowledge of Japanese cuisine.

We highly recommend you browse other award-winning restaurants on OMAKASE JapanEatineraryand book your table now to guarantee your reservation at these highly-rated Tokyo establishments.

For a complete list of newly awarded Michelin Guide restaurants in Tokyo, please refer to our dedicated article on OMAKASE JapanEatinerary.

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