Kaikatei
開花亭
A traditional ryōtei founded in Fukui in 1890. Its sukiya-style main building is a Registered Tangible Cultural Property, and winter Echizen crab kaiseki is its best-known offering.
Founded in 1890 (Meiji 23), this ryōtei's sukiya-style main building is a nationally Registered Tangible Cultural Property, and all six guest rooms are private. Next door is the kappō restaurant Kaikatei Sou-an, designed by Kengo Kuma, which is more affordable. Seasonal kaiseki in the main building starts at JPY 10,000–20,000, with a seating fee and service charge added. At Sou-an, lunch starts at about JPY 5,000 and dinner at about JPY 10,000. Echizen crab kaiseki is served from November to March, with sets including female crab starting at JPY 16,500. Reservations are required. It is located in Fukui Chūō 3-chōme and has 10 parking spaces.
Opening hours
11:30–14:00, 17:30–22:00; closed Sundays and public holidays
Nearby sights
- Asuwa River Cherry Blossoms
- Fukui Castle Ruins
- Fukui Station Dinosaur Plaza
- Yōkōkan Garden
- Ichijōdani Asakura Family Historic Ruins
- Maruoka Castle
- Eihei-ji Temple
- Echizen Washi Village