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Kosaka
KaisekiKaisekiOmakaseFine DiningMichelinWest Village
Chef Yoshiharu Kosaka's West Village kaiseki counter — a Michelin-starred room with a deeply classical seasonal menu built on years of formal Japanese culinary training.
- Price
- ¥¥¥¥
- Area
- West Village
- Since
- 2015
- Chef
- Yoshiharu Kosaka
Plate № 80
About
Kosaka opened in 2015 on West 13th Street under chef-owner Yoshiharu Kosaka, who trained extensively in Japan before moving to New York. The restaurant earned a Michelin star and is widely regarded as one of the most authentic kaiseki experiences in the city, with a multi-course menu that follows traditional seasonal Japanese conventions. Kosaka is also recognized as a Japanese-owned enterprise aligned with formal culinary lineage.
Neighborhood & visiting
Kosaka sits in West Village, one of New York'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
- Michelin One Star for traditional kaiseki
- Chef Yoshiharu Kosaka's extensive Japanese culinary training
- Multi-course seasonal menu following classical kaiseki structure
- Intimate West Village room, reservations required
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Frequently asked
About Kosaka
- Is Kosaka an authentic kaiseki restaurant in New York?
- Yes — Kosaka is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for kaiseki in New York: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused kaiseki format.
- Where is Kosaka located?
- Kosaka is located at 220 W 13th St, New York, NY 10011, New York, USA in the West Village neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Kosaka?
- Kosaka accepts reservations online. For an authentic kaiseki experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Kosaka?
- Kosaka sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for kaiseki of this format in New York.
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