Shanghai · Yakitori · omakase
Miyahato 宮鳩
YakitoriYakitoriOmakasePigeon YakitoriFine DiningJing'anCounter DiningRare Concept
Japanese chef Seiichiro Miyata offers an extraordinary pigeon yakitori omakase with over 25 courses in Shanghai — a counter experience in a class of its own.
- Price
- ¥¥¥¥
- Area
- Jing'an
- Since
- 2022
- Chef
- Seiichiro Miyata
Plate № 25
About
Miyahato (宮鳩, 'palace pigeon') was founded in 2021 as YAKIHATO 宮田 and relaunched under its current name in 2022. Chef and owner Seiichiro Miyata honed his craft over many years at celebrated Japanese yakitori restaurants before developing a concept in Shanghai that is virtually unique in the world: a pure pigeon omakase in which free-range pigeons from Chongming Island, raised for 180 days, are presented in 25 or more preparations — from sandwich and wind-dried leg to grilled skewers. The cooking showcases Japanese precision and an unwavering respect for the ingredient at its finest.
Neighborhood & visiting
Miyahato 宮鳩 sits in Jing'an, one of Shanghai'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 yakitori restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Unique pigeon yakitori omakase — a concept rare anywhere in the world
- Chef Seiichiro Miyata — years of training in Japan's yakitori elite
- 25+ courses from free-range Chongming Island pigeons — a complete nose-to-tail experience
- Consistently fully booked despite prices above 1,000 RMB — cult status in Shanghai
Formerly known as YAKIHATO 宮田 (2021), renamed 宮鳩 Miyahato in 2022.
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Frequently asked
About Miyahato 宮鳩
- Is Miyahato 宮鳩 an authentic yakitori restaurant in Shanghai?
- Yes — Miyahato 宮鳩 is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for yakitori in Shanghai: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused yakitori format.
- Where is Miyahato 宮鳩 located?
- Miyahato 宮鳩 is located at 6F, 1358 Huashan Road, Jing'an, Shanghai, Shanghai, China in the Jing'an neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Miyahato 宮鳩?
- Miyahato 宮鳩 does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular yakitori restaurants in Shanghai we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at Miyahato 宮鳩?
- Miyahato 宮鳩 sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for yakitori of this format in Shanghai.
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