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Nagamoto

JapaneseKaisekiKappoOne Michelin StarSeasonalShun Cuisine

Chef-owner Teruhiko Nagamoto brings the quiet mastery of traditional Japanese kaiseki to a 12-seat hinoki counter in Central, earning one Michelin star for his singular focus on 'shun' — ingredients at their absolute seasonal peak. One omakase menu is offered each evening, changing as Japan's seasons turn.

Price
¥¥¥¥
Area
Central
Since
2022
Chef
Teruhiko Nagamoto
Nagamoto — authentic japanese restaurant in Hong Kong, Central
Plate № 06
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About
Nagamoto opened in 2022 at the 8th floor of 18 On Lan Street, Central, succeeding the long-running Kashiwaya Hong Kong that formerly occupied the same space. Chef Teruhiko Nagamoto (Japanese, originally trained in Kyoto's kaiseki tradition) is both owner and sole creative force, drawing on years of experience at Michelin-starred restaurants in Japan to craft omakase menus rooted in the concept of 'shun' — honouring ingredients at their precise moment of perfection. The intimate 12-seat counter invites every diner to watch Nagamoto-san work through kaiseki courses that shift with each passing season: matsuba crab in winter, young ayu from Gifu in summer, autumn mushrooms and fresh tofu in between. The restaurant earned one Michelin star in its debut year (2023 Michelin Guide) and has retained it since, cementing its place among Hong Kong's finest Japanese dining rooms. Reservations via SevenRooms or phone are essential.
Neighborhood & visiting

Nagamoto 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
  • Chef-owner Teruhiko Nagamoto's single-menu format guarantees an intensely personal, ever-changing expression of Japan's seasonal larder.
  • The 12-seat counter provides rare intimacy with a Michelin-starred Japanese chef, allowing guests to watch every technique unfold.
  • 'Shun' philosophy means each visit is entirely distinct — from Hokkaido hairy crab in winter to live ayu from Gifu in high summer.
  • One Michelin star earned in year one and sustained since confirms Nagamoto as one of Hong Kong's most consistent kaiseki experiences.

Reservations via SevenRooms (https://www.sevenrooms.com/reservations/nagamoto) or telephone. The Michelin Guide 2026 listing noted a temporary closure; confirmed as operational per 2025 diner reviews.

Links
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Frequently asked

About Nagamoto

Is Nagamoto an authentic japanese restaurant in Hong Kong?
Yes — Nagamoto 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 Nagamoto located?
Nagamoto is located at 8/F, 18 On Lan Street, Central, Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR in the Central neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Nagamoto?
Nagamoto accepts reservations online. For an authentic kaiseki experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
What is the price range at Nagamoto?
Nagamoto sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for japanese of this format in Hong Kong.
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