blog post

2026.08.19

A pairing experience featuring seasonal delicacies and fine wines, set against the backdrop of a late-summer evening

Hello. I’m the PR representative for Rakuzo Utage Akasaka-Mitsuke, a restaurant featuring all-private-room seating.

The sound of cicadas has faded, and a hint of coolness has begun to mingle with the evening breeze. Today, we’d like to share the art of pairing seasonal ingredients—which are especially worth savoring at this time of year—with our restaurant’s signature drinks. Please enjoy exploring these culinary delights to your heart’s content in the privacy of our private dining rooms.

 

The Deep, Rich Flavors of Sake Brought Out by Seasonal Ingredients

Ingredients that reflect the changing seasons radiate a special brilliance that can only be savored during that particular time of year. At our restaurant, we offer a wide variety of creative Japanese dishes that make the most of the bounty of each season, and pairing them with the perfect sake transforms your dining experience into something even more enriching. For example, pairing a crisp, clean-tasting sake with rich, fatty ingredients will leave your palate feeling refreshed, allowing you to appreciate the next bite with even greater clarity. It’s also a delight to explore the art of pairing—such as selecting a subtle sake that won’t overpower the delicate flavors of a dish. The tranquil atmosphere of our private rooms allows you to take your time appreciating the temperature and aroma of each dish as you discover your own perfect pairings. Taking the time to slowly savor the vibrant vitality of seasonal ingredients alongside your drink is a luxurious experience that will help you forget the hustle and bustle of the city.

 

Create Your Own Perfect Pairings with the All-You-Can-Drink Plan

Our “Standard” and “Premium” all-you-can-drink plans go beyond simply serving drinks; they also provide a space for guests to freely experiment with pairing drinks with their meals. With a wide selection ranging from about 60 to 100 varieties, you can flexibly switch drinks to suit your mood or the dishes you’ve ordered. For example, pairing a light drink with the early courses of a set meal and a full-bodied drink with the main meat dishes or hot pot dishes—creating pairings that follow the flow of the meal—significantly enhances the overall satisfaction of the gathering. Especially at large gatherings, conversation really flows when each guest discovers their own favorite combinations and shares their impressions. An all-you-can-drink plan that lets you try a wide variety of combinations without worrying about your budget will be a powerful ally in satisfying your culinary curiosity.

 

A blissful evening of drinking, face-to-face in a quiet private room

To fully enjoy the experience of food and wine pairing, the surrounding environment is also a key factor. Our restaurant is designed entirely with private rooms, featuring sunken-heated-table rooms that can accommodate groups ranging from 4 to 40 guests. This private space allows you to focus on the interplay between food and drink without worrying about the gaze of other guests. In particular, the sunken hearth seating minimizes strain on your legs even during long meals, allowing you to dine in a relaxed posture—which should help you appreciate the flavors of the drinks even more deeply. Whether for a business dinner, a special anniversary with a loved one, or a gathering with close friends, this tranquil space elevates the dining experience to a whole new level. Our location in Akasaka-Mitsuke, where you can enjoy a special, private moment just for yourselves, is one of the main reasons our restaurant continues to be a favorite choice. Please enjoy the harmonious pairing of seasonal flavors and fine wines to your heart’s content.

Store Information

Rakuzo Utage Akasaka-mitsuke

address (e.g. of house)
〒107-0052
Akasaka ISO Bldg. 3F, 3-1-10 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Access
1 minute walk from Akasaka-mitsuke Station (Exit 10) on Subway Marunouchi Line
Phone number
050-2018-8910
Business Hours
17:00-23:30
(L.O. 22:30 / Drink L.O. 23:00)

*Banquets are available even before regular business hours! (Early-bird discounts available)
regular closing day
Sunday & Holidays
Average budget
4,000 yen (regular average)/4,300 yen (banquet average)
settlement
▼ Credit Cards
VISA, Mastercard, JCB, American Express, Diners Club, UnionPay, Discover
▼ QR payment
PayPay, d-Pay, au PAY, Rakuten Pay, Merpay, Alipay, WeChat Pay
▼ Traffic IC
PASMO, Suica, Kitaca, TOICA, manaca, ICOCA, SUGOCA, nimoca, Hayakaken
▼ Electronic Money
iD, QUICPay

The registration number of the invoice system is printed on receipts and receipts.
Registration number: T6010701005431
Total number of seats
81 seats
Horigotatsu seating available (with kotatsu)
Banquet Max.
40 persons
chartering
not allowed
Non-Smoking/Smoking
Smoking allowed Smoking room available
(Smoking area is available separately from the seating area.)
parking lot
Wi-Fi
nil

There is an appetizer as a seat charge (included in the price for a course)
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