7 Excellent Reasons to Love the Stunning Takayouji Yokohama Lunch
KEN’S DINING GUIDE
Takayouji Minatomirai (Takayouji Yokohama)
Lunch · Checked- Spend per person
- ¥1,700–¥3,600
- Reservation difficulty
- Selected lunch sets only
- Access from main stations
- Yokohama East Exit: 8 min; Shin-Takashima: 1 min
- Rarity in the local market
- Common format
Rating guide, details & sources
These are four independent editorial planning scales, not Tabelog scores or scores from any other platform. Higher means more affordable, more flexible booking, easier access from the nearest practical railway station, or greater local rarity respectively. They are not averaged into an overall score. N/A means closed or insufficient evidence for that criterion; it is not zero.
- Affordability: Affordability uses the upper displayed regular meal price per person, excluding admission, drinks, lodging and extras: 5 = up to ¥2,000; 4 = up to ¥5,000; 3 = up to ¥10,000; 2 = up to ¥20,000; 1 = above ¥20,000. Estimated or historical menu prices remain estimates.
- Booking flexibility: Booking flexibility: 5 = public online booking; 4 = phone-only booking; 3 = selected menus or prior-day booking; 2 = fixed departure or attraction-ticket gate; 1 = no individual reservations. This describes the reviewed meal's documented booking conditions, not live availability or measured competition for tables. Unconfirmed dining eligibility is N/A.
- Station access: Station access is measured from the nearest practical railway station, not the entire journey from a main city station: 5 = walk up to 5 minutes; 4 = walk up to 10 minutes; 3 = walk up to 20 minutes; 2 = bus up to 20 minutes; 1 = bus over 20 minutes. Main-station routes and longer journey details remain in the assessment. Hanagoyomi's rating uses the approximately 5-minute walk from Miyanoshita.
- Local rarity: Local rarity: 1 = ubiquitous format; 2 = common format; 3 = less common; 4 = specialist format; 5 = documented exceptionally scarce format. Current evidence uses only 2–4; no restaurant-supply census establishes a 5. This is a qualitative comparison of local cuisine and dining formats, not taste, prestige or an overall quality score.
Restaurant evaluation
- Spend per person
- Current regular lunch sets, including tax and the non-alcoholic drink bar. Ichiju-nanasai is ¥2,500; the choose-your-mains version starts at ¥3,000. Desserts and supplements add to the total.
- Reservation difficulty
- Lunch reservations are accepted for designated sets/courses, including Ichiju-nanasai and Shokado. Seat-only lunch reservations are not accepted; ordinary gozen meals remain walk-in choices.
- Access from main stations
- Official hotel directions use Shin-Takashima exit 4. Enter the hotel on 2F and take its elevator to the 26F restaurant; allow extra time inside the building.
- Rarity in the local market
- Japanese gozen / teishoku is an established dining format. The 26F bay panorama is the distinguishing feature, rather than scarce cuisine or ingredients.
Market: Yokohama Japanese dining
Sources & assessment method
Prices describe the listed meal or closest current equivalent, not a guaranteed bill or a reconstruction of the historical visit. Tax, service, drinks, supplements and required admission are stated where verified. Official menus and booking rules are prioritized; major platforms provide cross-checks, and conflicting or historical prices are identified rather than averaged. Reservation labels reflect documented policy and access conditions; no live-date availability was measured. Rarity is an editorial comparison of cuisine and dining format in the stated local market, using documented alternatives rather than a market census. It is not taste, prestige, measured supply or a count of restaurants; price, views or booking conditions alone do not establish rarity.
Evidence limits: High on current menu and designated booking policy.
- Official lunch menu and policy — Regular gozen ¥1,700–¥3,600, all lunch menus with drink bar; Ichiju-nanasai ¥2,500 / selectable version ¥3,000; designated lunch reservations, no seat-only booking.
- Official restaurant — 26F hotel location, Japanese cuisine and Shin-Takashima 1-minute access.
- Official hotel directions — Yokohama East Exit 8 minutes; Shin-Takashima exit 4 one minute; restaurant shares the 2F hotel entrance.
- Tabelog lunch menu — May 10, 2026 menu confirms regular ¥1,700–¥3,600 gozen with drink bar; general lunch budget ¥2,000–¥2,999.
- OZmall — Independent dining-platform listing with bookable lunch plans and 26F setting; older platform exit-3 directions superseded by current official hotel route.
Looking for the best lunch in Yokohama with a view? Takayouji Yokohama (たかようじ) is a refined Japanese restaurant high above Yokohama Bay, serving traditional teishoku set meals with sweeping views of the Yokohama Bay Bridge, Minato Mirai, and Landmark Tower. Lunch starts at just ¥1,700 — special-occasion vibes at an everyday price.
Why Takayouji Yokohama Is the Best Bay-View Lunch Spot
It’s the place I send friends visiting Yokohama who want something more refined than ramen but more relaxed than a Michelin omakase. Solo diners can grab a counter seat and watch the harbor drift by.
The View: Yokohama Bay Bridge and Minato Mirai
The view is the single biggest reason to book Takayouji Yokohama. Wraparound windows on a high floor capture the full sweep of Yokohama harbor. The Yokohama Bay Bridge arcs across one side. Cargo ships and cranes drift past on the other. Look inland and the Landmark Tower rises through the skyline.
Time your reservation for noon and sunlight floods every table. Come late afternoon for soft golden light over the bay. Photographers: bring a wide lens for the harbor panorama. Specific seating requests are not accepted.
A wide harbor panorama is visible from the window-side tables.
Takayouji Lunch Menu and Prices
The menu below records the options covered in this review, sorted from most affordable to splurge-worthy. Seasonal dishes and prices may have changed; use the current evaluation above and the restaurant’s linked lunch menu when planning. These sets include rice, miso soup, pickles, and the free-flow drink bar.
Every lunch set also includes the non-alcoholic self-serve drink bar described below.
What the Food Tastes Like at Takayouji
Every dish at Takayouji arrives looking exactly as it should. The grilled fish has crisp, blistered skin and a wedge of lemon. Pickled vegetables in soft pinks and yellows balance the plate. A bowl of glossy white rice and piping-hot miso soup round out the tray. Portions are generous without being heavy — you’ll leave content, not sluggish.
Plating leans rustic-modern: hand-thrown ceramics, lacquerware, dark stoneware that makes the food pop. The kaiseki-style finish — small bowls of steamed egg, simmered greens, and a tiny dessert — earns serious return-customer loyalty.
Inside Takayouji: A Photo Tour
Swipe horizontally to step inside Takayouji — from the sky lobby and entrance to window-side seats and the sommelier’s bar.
Swipe or scroll sideways to explore the photographs. Select a photo to view it in full.
The Drink Bar at Takayouji: Free-Flow, Non-Alcoholic
Lunch at Takayouji is paired with a free-flow self-serve drink bar that’s entirely non-alcoholic — think apple juice, vinegar drinks (yuzu honey and the like), hot and iced coffee, flavored teas, hojicha, and Japanese green tea. The station itself is a quiet design highlight: rows of glass dispensers and ceramics tucked along a counter, with the Yokohama skyline glowing through the windows just beyond.
How to Get to Takayouji Yokohama
Takayouji Yokohama is on the 26th floor of Keikyu EX Hotel Minatomirai Yokohama — about a 1-minute walk from Shin-Takashima Station, and easy to reach from Minato Mirai or Bashamichi. It’s a short taxi from Yokohama Station or Sakuragicho. Lunch reservations are available for designated sets and courses, including Ichiju-nanasai and Shokado; seat-only lunch bookings are not accepted. Dinner can be reserved, but specific seating requests are not accepted. Check details on Tabelog or the location on Google Maps.
Quick reference for planning your visit:
- Cuisine: Refined Japanese teishoku and gozen set meals
- Lunch hours: 11:30–15:30 (last order 14:30)
- Lunch price range: ¥1,700–¥3,600
- Payment: Cashless only (credit cards and mobile pay)
- Best for: Couples, special occasions, business lunches, view photography
- Reservations: Designated lunch sets and courses can be booked; seat-only lunch bookings are not accepted. Dinner reservations are available through Tabelog or by phone. Specific seating requests are not accepted.
Takayouji at a Glance
Across platforms, the clearest strengths are the view, atmosphere, service, and easy access.
Ratings collected April 26, 2026. Food, atmosphere, service, and value use Ikkyu’s published scores; view and access are my own ratings.
Hungry for more? Browse my other Yokohama bay-side dining reviews and harbor cruise lunches on the blog for similar high-view, high-value picks across Tokyo, Kanagawa, and beyond.
Ken’s Verdict
Yes — absolutely. Takayouji nails the rare trifecta: stunning Yokohama Bay views, beautifully plated Japanese set meals, and lunch prices starting at ¥1,700. Whether you’re planning a date, a special occasion, or a long Yokohama afternoon, this is the address to save. Order the wagyu or saba kama set, and let the harbor do the rest. Specific seats cannot be reserved.
Takayouji FAQ
Is Takayouji good for a date in Yokohama?
Yes — floor-to-ceiling Bay Bridge views and soft lighting make it ideal for a date or anniversary. Book dinner ahead; specific seating requests are not accepted.
How much does lunch at Takayouji cost?
Regular lunch sets range from ¥1,700 to ¥3,600, including the non-alcoholic drink bar. Desserts, alcohol and menu supplements cost extra.
Does Takayouji accept cash?
No. Takayouji is fully cashless; bring a credit card or use Apple Pay, Suica, or PayPay.
What are teishoku and gozen?
Teishoku is a Japanese set meal with rice, miso soup, pickles, and sides. Gozen is a more refined lacquered-tray presentation.
Do I need a reservation?
Designated lunch sets and courses, including Ichiju-nanasai and Shokado, can be reserved. Seat-only lunch bookings are not accepted. Dinner reservations are available; specific seating requests are not accepted.
Restaurant Information
Minato Mirai · Japanese Dining · Bay View
Takayouji Minatomirai
Hours and reservation conditions can change; confirm the latest details before visiting.
Dinner + Stay
Make It a Yokohama Dinner-and-Stay Experience
Takayouji is located inside Keikyu EX Hotel Minatomirai Yokohama, making it easy to turn your meal into a relaxed overnight experience. Enjoy the panoramic views, take the elevator to your room afterward, and wake up above Minato Mirai.
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