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Azay
KaisekiKaisekiFrench-JapaneseOmakaseLittle Tokyo
A Little Tokyo kaiseki counter offering Japanese seasonal cuisine with French culinary influences — an intimate dining room on 1st Street.
- Price
- ¥¥¥
- Area
- Little Tokyo
- Since
- 2019
Plate № 01
About
Azay opened in Little Tokyo in 2019, offering prix-fixe kaiseki menus that blend Japanese seasonal tradition with French technique. The restaurant operates in a quiet storefront on East 1st Street.
Neighborhood & visiting
Azay sits in Little Tokyo, one of Los Angeles's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. The house does not publish an online booking link; call ahead to secure a seat, especially on weekends. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional kaiseki restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- French-Japanese kaiseki in Little Tokyo's dining corridor
- Seasonal prix-fixe format; intimate room
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Frequently asked
About Azay
- Is Azay an authentic kaiseki restaurant in Los Angeles?
- Yes — Azay is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for kaiseki in Los Angeles: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused kaiseki format.
- Where is Azay located?
- Azay is located at 226 E 1st St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, Los Angeles, USA in the Little Tokyo neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Azay?
- Azay does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular kaiseki restaurants in Los Angeles we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at Azay?
- Azay sits in the ¥¥¥ price range — typical for kaiseki of this format in Los Angeles.
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