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Gassan

JapaneseKaisekiOmakaseSushiH Queen'sCentral

Gassan (月山, 'Moon Mountain') draws its name from the sacred central peak of Yamagata's Dewa Sanzan and its culinary lineage from its Michelin-starred Tokyo sister restaurant, Hiyama. Kyoto-born chef Hoso, with 50 years of experience, leads the kitchen in a 3,000-square-foot art district setting on the 19th floor of H Queen's.

Price
¥¥¥¥
Area
Central
Since
2022
Chef
Hoso
Owner
Gassan HK (sister to Hiyama group, Tokyo)
Gassan — authentic japanese restaurant in Hong Kong, Central
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About
Opened in 2022 on the 19th floor of H Queen's — Central's dedicated art gallery building — Gassan is the Hong Kong sister of Tokyo's Michelin-starred Hiyama restaurant. The restaurant's name references Gassan, the central and most sacred peak of Yamagata Prefecture's Dewa Sanzan, conveying an ambition to stand at the summit of Japanese dining in Hong Kong. Kyoto-born chef Hoso, with over five decades of Japanese culinary experience, leads the kitchen and anchors the authenticity of its kaiseki and omakase sushi programmes. The interior evokes an ancient Japanese ferry through dark woods, boat-like sushi counter and bamboo detailing. Air-freighted seasonal ingredients from Japan — from Hokkaido sea urchin to Kagoshima octopus — anchor every menu, which includes set kaiseki courses and a premium omakase sushi experience priced at approximately HKD 1,288–2,000.
Neighborhood & visiting

Gassan sits in Central, one of Hong Kong's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused kaiseki counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional kaiseki restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • Gassan continues the direct culinary lineage of the Michelin-starred Hiyama Tokyo, bringing the same Japanese craftsmanship and seasonal ingredient philosophy to Central Hong Kong.
  • Kyoto-born chef Hoso brings over 50 years of Japanese culinary experience to a kitchen that offers one of the most authentically grounded kaiseki omakase experiences in the city.
  • Situated on the 19th floor of H Queen's, Hong Kong's premier contemporary art building, the restaurant offers an atmosphere that is as culturally distinctive as the food it serves.
  • The generous 3,000-square-foot space with a dramatic boat-counter interior and Central skyline views makes Gassan ideal for both private celebrations and serious culinary exploration.

Sister restaurant of Michelin-starred Hiyama Tokyo; chef Hoso is Kyoto-born with 50+ years experience; reservation via Inline booking platform.

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Frequently asked

About Gassan

Is Gassan an authentic japanese restaurant in Hong Kong?
Yes — Gassan is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese in Hong Kong: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused kaiseki format.
Where is Gassan located?
Gassan is located at 19/F, H Queen's, 80 Queen's Road Central, Central, Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR in the Central neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Gassan?
Gassan accepts reservations online. For an authentic kaiseki experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
What is the price range at Gassan?
Gassan sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for japanese of this format in Hong Kong.
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