Reservation/Contact Us tel.0766-53-5104
Restaurant ‘Ahora Aqui’ in Takaoka, Toyama Prefecture offers a course menu, sake, and wine for lunch and dinner.
Concept
Diplomatic Chefs
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Local Culture
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A New Culinary Experience
Diplomatic chefs have traveled the world, spreading the authentic flavors of Japanese cuisine.
Japan’s rich and diverse natural environment continues to provide an abundance of local specialties.
The meeting of these elements results in uniquely original dishes, creating a one-of-a-kind dining experience that touches the hearts of visitors.
History About the Sano Residence
Restaurant 〝Ahora Aqui〟is located in the nationally registered tangible cultural property, the Sano Residence Main House in Takaoka, Toyama.Built shortly after the Great Takaoka Fire of 1900, this two-story earthen storehouse-style building was designed with high fire-resistant walls to prevent future disasters. Among the remaining earthen buildings in Takaoka, this one is notable for incorporating Western-style design elements. The staircase railings and the interior of the Western-style room on the second floor are especially praised.
Within the premises,
you can enjoy the tranquil beauty of the traditional Japanese garden,
stone lanterns, and the tea house 〝Kan’untei〟,
all of which contribute to the charming atmosphere.
Ingredient
An Unparalleled Gastronomic Experience Crafted by Worldly Chefs
The Pillars of Our Cuisine: Toyama’s Natural Bounty
Toyama is a treasure trove of premium ingredients, including:
Himi’s winter yellowtail, Etchu Manyo beef, snow crab from Toyama Bay, freshly harvested seasonal vegetables...
At Restaurant〝Ahora Aqui〟, we bring out the essence of these ingredients by combining them with the chef’s experience, creativity, and playful touch to create a world of flavors on a single plate.
Drink
My roots are in Wajima City. I have also worked as a chef at Japanese embassies overseas.
As a Japanese chef, I value the most important thing: to make the most of the quality of seasonal ingredients without overdoing it.
Through my encounter with French chef Yokota, I hope to create a playful presentation and a new worldview that transcends the genre of cuisine.
Owner Chef Kimihiko Okado
Our sake selection primarily features local Toyama sake, carefully curated to complement each dish. We also offer wine pairings selected by our sommelier to enhance your dining experience.
Head Chef Keisuke Yokota
I learned the basics of French cuisine in Japan, studied in France, and obtained a Bib Gourmand award before returning to my hometown of Toyama.
I reinterpret classic dishes with a modern touch, sometimes incorporating Japanese elements.
I hope to surprise and delight you with innovative flavor combinations you have never experienced before.
Course
※All prices include tax,
and a 10% service charge will be added.
※All full course meals require prior reservation.
※Short course meals are available for
parties of two or more.
※The counter seats for
dinner service are exclusive to the Ahora Aqui Course.
Dinner
- Ahora Aqui Course
- ¥24,000
Our signature full-course meal,
packed with the essence of Ahora Aqui.
- Short Course
- ¥14,000
A smaller selection of dishes from
the Ahora Aqui Course.
Lunch
- Lunch Course
- ¥8,000
A casual way to enjoy our cuisine.
- Special Lunch Course
- ¥10,000
We have added a steak made from Ecchu Manyo beef raised in Takaoka to our lunch course.
Reservation/Contact Us
tel.0766-53-5104
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Cancellation policy
About Takaoka ＆ Toyama
Toyama Prefecture has a rich historical heritage, heavily influenced by the Kaga domain. Toyama City is known for its stunning landscapes, including the Tateyama Mountain Range and Kurobe Gorge, as well as traditional crafts like Japanese paper and metalwork.
Takaoka, a historically significant commercial city, is renowned for its casting and ceramic industries. The townscape, designated as an important tangible and intangible cultural property of Japan, tells the story of its vibrant history through its architecture, festivals, and traditions.
For Visitors
Toyama Glass Art Museum
Owara Kaze-no-Bon Festival
Zuiryu-ji Temple
Kanayamacho "Row of latticed houses"
Takaoka Daibutsu
Toyama Prefecture is home to numerous historical landmarks, abundant natural beauty, and diverse cultural experiences.
＜Some highlights include＞
・Toyama Glass Art Museum
– Showcasing a wide array of exquisite glass artworks.
・Owara Kaze-no-Bon Festival
– One of Toyama’s most celebrated events.
・Zuiryu-ji Temple
– The only national treasure building in Toyama.
・Takaoka Daibutsu
– A famous Great Buddha statue made of bronze.
・Amahara Beach
– A breathtaking coastal spot within Noto Peninsula National Park.
For those coming to "Ahora Aqui"
Access
From Toyama Station
to Takaoka Station
18 minutes by train.
