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2026.09.02

What is a luxurious experience like, savoring the flavors of early autumn in a private room?

Hello. I’m the PR representative for Rakuzo—a restaurant with all-private-room seating—at the Shinjuku East Exit location.

It’s that time of year when the crisp, clear skies begin to carry the first hints of fall. Today, we’d like to introduce our signature dishes—which offer a taste of the bountiful fall season—as well as the appeal of our course menus, which showcase seasonal ingredients.

 

Classic Cooking Methods That Bring Out the Natural Flavors of Ingredients

At our restaurant, we pursue simple yet profound cooking techniques to bring out the full potential of our ingredients. In particular, the process of carefully cooking our meticulously selected ingredients is where our chefs’ craftsmanship truly shines. By assessing the freshness and quality of each ingredient and cooking it at the optimal temperature and for the perfect amount of time, we’ve achieved a rich flavor that unfolds with every bite. Our classic flavors, unaffected by passing trends, offer a sense of comfort that never grows old, no matter how often you visit. Here in Shinjuku, we invite you to take your time in a serene setting to savor a variety of dishes crafted with sincere dedication to the ingredients—an experience sure to satisfy even the most discerning food connoisseurs. Forget the hustle and bustle of daily life and take a moment to appreciate the chef’s meticulous attention to detail in every dish.

 

A menu that reflects the changing seasons

The banquet courses we offer are characterized by menus that highlight seasonal ingredients at their peak. For example, our “Four Seasons Kaiseki Course” (with a guaranteed private room) features an abundance of the season’s finest ingredients, and we take great care to create a sequence where each dish tells its own story. Additionally, our “Private Room Guaranteed” 【White Offal Hot Pot Course】 and “Private Room Guaranteed” 【Taiwanese Offal Hot Pot Course】—both centered around hot pot dishes—feature broths infused with the rich umami of the ingredients, warming you from the inside out and helping you stay healthy as the seasons change. Furthermore, we offer a diverse selection of options, such as the 《Guaranteed Private Room》【Sukiyaki Course】, which fully brings out the umami of the meat. When combined with an all-you-can-drink plan, guests can enjoy the pairing of seasonal flavors and fine wines to their heart’s content without worrying about their budget—a feature highly appreciated by event planners.

 

Deepening Conversations About Food in an Intimate Setting

It’s not just the food itself that enhances the dining experience—it’s also the atmosphere of the space surrounding it. Our restaurant is dedicated to providing a style where every seat is in a private room; we offer the ideal sunken-heated-floor private room tailored to your party size, from 2 to a maximum of 30 guests. The sunken-heated-floor seating allows you to stretch out and relax, making even long stays comfortable and creating the perfect setting for lively conversation. Spending time chatting with loved ones over seasonal dishes without worrying about prying eyes brings a special sense of tranquility—as if you were in a hidden retreat—even though you’re right in the heart of the city in Shinjuku. From business dinners to gatherings with close friends, our private spaces will help deepen your bonds in any setting.

Store Information

All private rooms RAKUZO Shinjuku Higashiguchi

address (e.g. of house)
〒160-0022
Shinjuku Daini Building 2F, 3-26-2 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Reception 2F
Access
1 minute walk from Central East Exit of JR Shinjuku Station
Seibu-Shinjuku Line Seibu-Shinjuku Station Main Exit (Exit A8) 7 min. walk
Phone number
050-2018-8895
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
nil
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
100 seats
Horigotatsu and sofa seating available
Banquet Max.
30 persons
chartering
not allowed
Non-Smoking/Smoking
Smoking allowed Smoking room available
(Smoking area is available separately from the seating area.)
parking lot
nil
Please use the nearby parking area when coming by car.
Wi-Fi
nil

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