Ryuzu is Chef Ryuta Iizuka’s haute French restaurant in Roppongi, Minato City, set one floor below street level in the Vort Roppongi Dual’s building on a quiet side street. Iizuka built his career in the Joël Robuchon kitchens, and Ryuzu applies classical French technique to Japanese produce. The restaurant held two Michelin stars in the Tokyo guide from 2015 to 2024 (source: Restaurant Ryuzu), and diners book it for refined, celebratory tasting menus.
The name means “crown,” the winding knob on a watch. The MICHELIN Guide describes a team of chefs, pâtissiers, servers and a sommelier who work together with clockwork precision. Ingredients from Iizuka’s native Niigata Prefecture and vegetables from the Noto region of Ishikawa shape the seasonal courses, which arrive carefully plated and paced. The calm, chic interior offers a main dining room, private rooms and a counter (source: Visit Minato City).
Visitor Highlights & Practical Info
Reserve weeks ahead, especially for weekend dinners and the December holiday season. Bookings are available through the official site or TABLEALL. Lunch is a gentler way to experience the kitchen. Request a private room for anniversaries, or ask for the counter if you want to watch the kitchen at work. Mention any dietary needs when booking, and plan for a smart dress code. Roppongi Station on the Hibiya and Oedo lines is a short walk away. Confirm current hours and Michelin status directly before you visit.
