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2026.07.15

New Discoveries Through Unexpected Pairings! A Pairing Experience to Brighten Up Midsummer Nights

Hello. I’m the PR representative for Rakuzo—all-private-room restaurant—Nagoya Fushimi Branch.

With the intense heat continuing day after day, we’re really starting to feel the height of summer these days. Once the scorching daytime sun has passed and the evening breeze begins to feel just a little refreshing, why not come discover new flavor combinations at our restaurant? This time, we’d like to suggest some unexpected pairings that will add a little excitement to your usual meals.

 

A harmonious blend of rich umami and a clean finish

Our “Sukiyaki Course” is characterized by the rich, savory flavor of meat infused with a sweet-and-salty sukiyaki sauce. By deliberately pairing this robust flavor with a drink that has a clean, refreshing finish, your palate is refreshed, allowing you to experience the next bite with even greater clarity. The combination of meat dishes with a pronounced sweetness from their fat and smooth-sipping sake is a classic pairing that offers new discoveries with every bite. As you enjoy this eight-course meal, you’ll find the joy of discovering your own perfect balance—deciding just when to raise your glass. Whether for a business dinner or a special evening with someone dear to you, we invite you to experience this delightful contrast for yourself.

 

Depth Brought Out by Contrasting Textures

The plump, springy texture of the offal and the rich depth of the broth in our “White Offal Hot Pot Course” are unique to our restaurant. Pairing this springy texture with a drink that has a deliberately delicate aroma further brings out the sweet, fatty flavor of the dish. Gathering around a piping-hot pot while quenching your thirst with a cold drink—the contrast in temperature and texture brings a refreshing sensation that makes you forget the summer heat. By consciously pairing drinks not just to quench your thirst, but to bring out the full potential of the ingredients, your usual gathering transforms into a more sophisticated experience. It’s a highly satisfying combination that also sparks lively conversation among friends.

 

A Private Pairing Experience for Couples in a Private Room

All of our seating is in private rooms, and we offer spaces that can accommodate groups ranging from 4 to 28 guests. One of the unique advantages of a restaurant specializing in private rooms is that you can take your time savoring the perfect pairing of food and drink in your own private space, without worrying about those around you. For example, if you choose our premium all-you-can-drink plan, you can freely select the perfect drink from a selection of approximately 100 varieties to match your mood or the dishes of the day. Spending time in a quiet private room, sipping your drink and discussing which beverage pairs best with each dish is truly a sophisticated indulgence. From business meetings to private gatherings, please enjoy exploring food and drink pairings to your heart’s content in our serene setting.

Store Information

All private rooms RAKUZO Nagoya Fushimi

address (e.g. of house)
〒460-0008
Hirokoji Fushimi Bldg. 3F, 1-5-5 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture
Access
1 minute walk from Exit 6 of Fushimi Station on the Higashiyama Subway Line
1 minute walk from Exit 6 of Fushimi Station on the Subway Tsurumai Line
Phone number
050-2018-8978
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
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Average budget
4,000 yen (average of regular price) / 4,000 yen (average of banquet price)
settlement
▼ Credit Cards
VISA, Mastercard, JCB, AMERICAN EXPRESS, DinersClub, UnionPay, discoverCard
▼ QR payment
PayPay, d-pay, auPay, Rakuten Pay, Melpay, ALIPAY, WeChat Pay, Quick Pay
▼ Traffic IC
PASMO, suica, Kitaca, TOICA, manaca, ICOCA, SUGOCA, nimoca, Hayakaken
▼ Electronic Money
ID

The registration number of the invoice system is printed on receipts and receipts.
Registration number: T6010701005431
Total number of seats
158 seats
Zashiki seating and sunken kotatsu available
Sofa seats available, night view
Banquet Max.
42 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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