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2026.09.02

The Essence of Our Signature Dishes, Best Enjoyed on a Night When the Early Autumn Breeze Blows Through

Hello. I’m the PR representative for Rakuzo Utage, the Kannai Station Front branch, where every seat is in a private room.

It’s that time of year when the early autumn breeze is gradually transforming the cityscape. Today, we’d like to introduce a special dining experience where you can savor our signature dishes—the pride of our restaurant—while taking in the changing seasons.

 

The Appeal of Classic Dishes That Bring Out the Natural Flavor of the Ingredients

Our signature dishes—which we’ve cherished for many years—are crafted with a strong commitment to bringing out the very best in the ingredients themselves. In particular, our sashimi—a lavish assortment of fresh seafood—is a dish that allows you to directly savor the umami of seasonal fish and shellfish sourced that very day. Our skilled chefs carefully slice the fish to bring out its natural texture and sweetness, creating a flavor that practically melts in your mouth. Additionally, our grilled skewers—whose savory aroma whets the appetite—are one of our restaurant’s signature dishes. Carefully selected chicken is grilled to perfection, resulting in a crispy exterior and a juicy interior. Precisely because of their simplicity—which leaves no room for compromise—these dishes are packed with the skill of our chefs, who make no concessions whatsoever, from ingredient selection to the cooking process. These are our signature dishes, consistently beloved not only by first-time guests but also by our regulars.

 

The tranquility of a private room that offers comfort during the changing seasons

As the seasons change, it’s natural to want to spend some quiet time relaxing, both physically and mentally. All of our seating is in completely private rooms, offering a space where you can forget the hustle and bustle around you and enjoy time just for yourselves. Our private rooms with sunken kotatsu tables are especially ideal for long dinners or intimate conversations with loved ones, as they allow you to stretch out your legs and relax. Once you close the door, the space transforms into a hideaway, completely separated from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Surrounded by silence in a private room, the conversations you share over our signature dishes are sure to be deeper and more meaningful. Our private rooms, which can accommodate groups ranging from 4 to 40 guests, provide the perfect setting for any occasion—from quiet dinners with a small group to lively gatherings with a large party. We invite you to spend a special, relaxing time with us while enjoying the changing seasons.

 

A Harmony of Seasonal Flavors in Our Banquet Menu

Our banquet courses feature an abundance of seasonal ingredients, with each dish showcasing the colors of the season. For example, the “Carefully Selected Course” and “Four Seasons Kaiseki Course”—available starting August 25—feature ingredients carefully selected for their peak flavor during that season and consist of a variety of dishes crafted with great creativity by our chefs. With a generous selection of 8 to 9 courses, these menus are designed to let you fully savor the natural flavors of the ingredients, and each dish is carefully paired to complement your drinks. Additionally, our hot pot-focused “White Offal Hot Pot Course” and “Taiwanese Offal Hot Pot Course” are gaining popularity as warm, comforting dishes perfect for the coming season. You can choose between “Standard” and “Premium” all-you-can-drink plans, allowing you to freely pair your favorite drinks with the dishes. We offer flexible arrangements to suit your budget and event goals, so event planners can book with confidence. In the intimate setting of a private room, please savor the harmony of seasonal flavors and fine drinks to your heart’s content.

Store Information

Rakuzo Utage Kannai Ekimae Branch

address (e.g. of house)
〒231-0017
4-15-2 Minato-machi, Naka-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan Phil Park 2 & 3F Reception 2F
Access
2 minutes walk from North Exit of Kannai Station on JR Negishi Line
Yokohama Municipal Subway Kannai Station, Exit 2, 3 min. walk
Phone number
050-2018-8883
Business Hours
17:00-23:30
(L.O. 22:30 / Drink L.O. 23:00)

Banquets can be held before business hours! (Early and late discounts available)
regular closing day
without a holiday
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
192 seats
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 course price).
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