Ristorante SHIKAZAWA.

Tucked away a 15-minute walk from Morioka Station, Ristorante SHIKAZAWA reimagines Iwate’s local food culture through a refined Italian lens. Operating on a strict reservation-only basis with just six seats, this intimate house restaurant hosts a maximum of two groups per day. Chef-owner Shikazawa crafts a highly specialized tasting menu of about ten courses that spotlight seasonal ingredients from the Sanriku coast and surrounding region. Dining here begins with a signature "Sanriku Gastronomy" amuse-bouche, followed by artful, creative plates like a delicate soup made from fresh Kamaishi scallops. With an on-site sommelier to guide wine pairings, it is a focused, quiet culinary experience designed for travelers seeking a deep, localized connection to Iwate’s land and sea.