Is Shunji Japanese Cuisine an authentic kaiseki restaurant in Los Angeles?

Yes — Shunji Japanese Cuisine 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 Shunji Japanese Cuisine located?

Shunji Japanese Cuisine is located at 3003 Ocean Park Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405, Los Angeles, USA in the Santa Monica neighborhood.

Do I need a reservation at Shunji Japanese Cuisine?

Shunji Japanese Cuisine accepts reservations online. For an authentic kaiseki experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.

What is the price range at Shunji Japanese Cuisine?

Shunji Japanese Cuisine sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for kaiseki of this format in Los Angeles.

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Los Angeles · Kaiseki · omakase

Shunji Japanese Cuisine

Name: Shunji Japanese Cuisine
Address: 3003 Ocean Park Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405, Los Angeles, USA
Telephone: +1 310-826-4737
Price range: ¥¥¥¥

KaisekiKaisekiOmakaseFine DiningKappoSanta Monica

Chef Shunji Nakao's intimate kaiseki counter in Santa Monica, offering seasonal Japanese cuisine with a California sensibility from one of LA's most respected chef-owners.

Price: ¥¥¥¥
Area: Santa Monica
Since: 2012
Chef: Shunji Nakao

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About

Shunji Japanese Cuisine opened in 2012 under chef-owner Shunji Nakao, younger brother of Asanebo's Tetsuya Nakao. The restaurant operates as a kaiseki-inspired omakase counter on Ocean Park Boulevard, with Nakao personally guiding a daily seasonal menu that reflects both traditional Japanese technique and California produce. The restaurant is one of Santa Monica's most accomplished Japanese dining rooms.

Neighborhood & visiting

Shunji Japanese Cuisine sits in Santa Monica, one of Los Angeles'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 Shunji Nakao — brother of Asanebo's Tetsuya Nakao
Seasonal kaiseki counter with California produce
Intimate format; chef-driven daily menu

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Frequently asked

About Shunji Japanese Cuisine

Is Shunji Japanese Cuisine an authentic kaiseki restaurant in Los Angeles?: Yes — Shunji Japanese Cuisine 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 Shunji Japanese Cuisine located?: Shunji Japanese Cuisine is located at 3003 Ocean Park Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405, Los Angeles, USA in the Santa Monica neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Shunji Japanese Cuisine?: Shunji Japanese Cuisine accepts reservations online. For an authentic kaiseki experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
What is the price range at Shunji Japanese Cuisine?: Shunji Japanese Cuisine sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for kaiseki of this format in Los Angeles.

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