12 Course LUXURY JAPANESE Kaiseki Feast at 500-YEAR-OLD Hotel (Ryokan Review)

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Asaba Ryokan is located in Izu, Shuzenji, and has a 500 year history. I stayed 1 night, but this was definitely the highlight of my trip to Japan. This is one of the best Onsen in Japan
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[@AmericanBacon.]

It's been a lifelong dream to visit Japan, I hope someday I can visit and on multiple occasions throughout my life, I love everything about their culture, the language, the food, and of course the people!!

[@Mimito5]

I feel the same!

[@sonny9054]

Wow this ryokan is legit. I am a local, but this vid blew my mind. Shirako as a starter is probably decadent enough, but man, then Ku-e? This is a catch so rare that goes onto the market and you would be extremely lucky to find a restaurant that can source this in the first place. Not to mention it’s REALLY expensive. Then there is the female Snow Crab. This is what we call Kobako Gani, which loosely translates to “crab jewelry box”. Because of the effort, time and skill of the chef that is required to prepare this dish, we only use this technique for the very best crabs sourced from the Sea of Japan. And this is one of the finest examples. I actually would not recommend you to try this dish, simply because it is SUPER expensive. There are a lot of Kaiseki restaurants in Japan where they show you a fancy looking/sounding menu, but actually don’t use much of the expensive ingredients. It’s not just the tourists, but we locals often fall into that trap as well. And that’s why I am saying that this ryokan stands out for me. Thanks to Mikey for showing us the best of Japan.

[@jacijoyce2685]

thank you so much for giving us this added information on a spectacular food culture. Hugely appreciated~I'm half way through wondering when Mikey gets hungry again tho!!!!!

[@TheCraftinator]

Thank you for the insight. In regards to the Ryokan I think it is also on the pretty expensive side. I checked and the cheapest room was about $500 per night for two. With the more expensive ones going for over a thousand. I have never been to Japan (yet!) but I'd guess that this is already one of the more expensive options. What do you think?

[@sonny9054]

@@TheCraftinator san Yes, I would say this is definitely high end. Here in Japan, these ryokan’s are meant to be a once in a lifetime experience. I’ve personally never been to one of these places. Sure, I have had opportunities to stay at some moderate establishments, but most of them lacked substance. Having said that, some of the new onsen=hot spring ryokans offers great meals and super ambience. Research is key. Guide books tend to stick with places where they have a long history, but that doesn’t exactly translate to good value for money. Nevertheless, if you have cash to burn a hole in your pocket, Mikey’s choice is an absolute winner.

[@Feljo]

@@TheCraftinator i checked and some rooms are up to 2k usd, may depend a lot on the dates too. I spent a night on a Ryokan in Kioto in October and it was like 350 usd, amazing place and food, but not near as high end as this. Still was an amazing experience.

[@SL-fz3ex]

@@TheCraftinator I live in resort town of Mexico and 1 room will easily cost over$500 per night, without food and you have to pay extra for expensive mediocre food which ends up way more than ryokans. My husband (Mexican) fell in love with ryokan culture when first visited Japan and he said its well worth the money, compare to what he is used to in fancy resorts around the world.

[@promofe16]

Mike when tasting anything delicious: It has such a great umami flavor.

[@simplydaviddang]

The pine needle on the coaster is a perfect reprentation of japanese mindset. Minimal yet so efficient haha

[@brunolima7402]

Wouldn't mind to wake up to that pleasant waterfall and pond everyday. Food looked amazing. Some people idolatrize Japan for its futuristic cyberpunk style cities. I idolatrize Japan for this and how these places work in perfect communion with nature. Thanks for the video, Mike.

[@sonny9054]

Lesser known? From a foreign tourist perspective, may be yes. But for us Japanese nationals, Shuzenji is one of our top places we would want to go. And this ryokan is definitely high end!

[@peko7446]

I'm a tourist and I've heard of the place. It's true though that most tourists won't have heard of it unless they're interested in onsens. Would love to stay where Mike did, but it's above my price bracket. One day.

[@sharebear421]

Most of his viewers aren’t Japanese nationals

[@sonny9054]

@@peko7446 san Same here actually.

[@cee_el]

Thought the same!

[@akoo5053]

Thank you for commenting sonny

[@AlyssAdara]

The pine needle blow my mind, so much atention to the detail, i love japanese culture.

[@SkittzFola1]

literally refreshed your page just to know theres a video to watch and there is! thakns for always keeping me company when i eat alone after work Mike!

[@Ah-channel0v0]

I am Japanese. 🇯🇵😊I want people all over the world to know more about Japanese food and culture.👍🎍🍱

[@reddahlia35]

Oh, wow, that hotel is really beautiful! The pond, the waterfall, and the food is so breathtaking! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@UsernamesForDummies]

Squid sashimi might be my favourite sushi style dish. As a typical westerner, I was not keen on trying raw squid but once I did, I didn’t want the plate to end. Goes to show that sometimes trying something new can be extremely rewarding. Since then I have tried lot of things that I thought were disgusting. What’s the worst that could happen?!? It’s not going to kill me. I might have to chase it down with a sip of my drink, but at least I’ve tried it.

[@nowgaku]

Back to reality, That says everything. Ryokan always leads you to another world.

[@cherifoster1114]

Chickeny?LOL...😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@enjoycamping7507]

What wonderful food culture! Japanese food is Perfectly Elegantly . I would love to visit Japan & enjoy the food culture:)

[@enezduplessis1482]

Your videos have helped me introduce my family to foreign flavours!! We are from South Africa, obit even having KBBQ would be seen as different or strange😢 Your reviews on the different foods and ingredients has helped expand my family’s food culture

[@plynwow]

So, green ume is a Japanese green plum. Fairly sweet and refreshingly tart in it's fruit form, I imagine the juice is even more enjoyable!

[@FlavorofMind]

Love the taste of ume! It's unique in the best way...

[@sabresswords]

Absolutely amazing video man. I was in awe the whole time.

[@ChinaDollTravels]

3:25 that place is beautiful 😻 with a waterfall and koi pond

[@pesky-media]

Word of the day: ‘Snappy’….I love when you learn new words! Drink!

[@Taijifufu]

Absolutely stunning. And those shitakes looked amazing, I didn't even recognize them at first thinking they were some kind of bun because they looked too perfect.

[@vickihandel3620]

TY for your awesome review of the area and meals ! I can’t travel but thanks to you , I get to pretend I have enjoyed it with you

[@UsernamesForDummies]

Same. Can’t travel anymore either and am living vicariously through people like Mikey.

[@nix_l]

Your video makes me miss Japan so much!

[@CrimFerret]

I'd just be sitting down on the dock watching the koi most of the time I think. What a beautiful spot.

[@leigh459]

Beautiful scenery and the food looks amazing.

[@jayaniceday3602]

That dinner looked amazing but I really want that breakfast.

[@Hawaiian80882]

My mouth watering the whole time...Mahalo's for this awesome post bro!

[@AL-ws5yi]

Once again everything looks yummy😋

[@1NOTTOOOLD]

So nice to see a video where we get to see the sites with you. Beautiful location Miss those.

[@gisannramharack6332]

Great video Mikey. Watching from Trinidad and Tobago. Nice content

[@MrKmoconne]

I would like to see Mike try out the many Mom and Pop restaurants in Japan that have Chinese immigrant roots. There are many You Tube videos featuring these places. I think he would be fascinated how Chinese dishes have been adjusted to Japanese taste buds.

[@FlavorofMind]

I would love watching him check out those places. The intersection of food cultures is where so much tasty stuff goes down! 😅

[@nish221100]

Actually, Mikey has visited both Kobe and Yokohama.

[@nish221100]

@@FlavorofMind True. Much (Most?) of Japanese food is actually from that.

[@FlavorofMind]

@nish221100 that's gotta be the case... wish I was a little more well versed in Japanese food, but there's no doubt that a lot of East Asian food traditions have heavily influenced one another. This talk is making me hungry 🤣

[@Intranetusa]

That is really common. Foods like ramen, gyoza/jaozi, pork buns, chashu, etc are all foods of Chinese origin/immigrant influence and I'm pretty sure Mike have tried at least some of them while in Japan. One of his videos is about eating a giant gyoza dumpling in Tokyo.

[@neillepps1965]

Amazing!!! A Definate must do!! Thank You Mikey!

[@brokenredflag]

For the first time i think ever i wish i was a famous food critic. Lolo what an expirience. Love your chanel!! God bless

[@kdwhitty]

That food looks great

[@melaniewagner8689]

Pronunciation is neegata

[@eeo4949]

The best known onsen town is beppu! Hope you can visit my grandma’s hometown Beppu some day! Next time!!!! The whole town is steaming from natural onsen!

[@MasterGriff1]

Great stuff, Mike. One of my must go places!

[@amberford5658]

The Japanese food looked incredible. Thank you so much💗

[@tommanning7337]

This video is BADASS!!!!!! 👍🏻👍🏻🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@nish221100]

The typical thing is to put the radish on the fish and eat it. (so you don't get meat in the radish). Also most people put a bit of soy sauce on the fish.

[@sheilaathay2034]

Yummy video Mike!💖thanks!

[@mvccarlos]

You’re so lucky to have experienced that.

[@enniling3883]

Always looks like just woke up 😂 thank you for keeping up with us lol

[@MindofUhuru]

Great video Mike!

[@thrice87]

Mmm this fish is snappy. This eel is snappy. This chicken is snappy. This pudding is snappy.

[@varnlestoff]

I guess Bokksu isn't doing as well these days since Sakuraco and Tokyotreat took over.

[@sarahnuge0503]

this is gorgeous!!! what a dream

[@katrinavillanueva8091]

Yum. Seafood. The snacks look very good. It looks like you fed the koi really fancy people bread.

[@katrinavillanueva8091]

Yay! : )

[@MrGessi-px4sm]

Yummy A real restaurant that serves real food

[@SonicHedgehog1991]

Love how Mike shakes his head every time he takes a bite out of something.

[@shannonm6423]

Looks like your in food heaven! ❤️

[@selenazc]

this is my husband and I bucket list places to go !

[@thomasbernecky2078]

What a beautiful place.

[@FlavorofMind]

100%... now I wanna go!

[@hellochickennuggets5894]

Video starts at 2:06

[@penniesmith5078]

This is so beautiful

[@vishyav]

Going to try a kaiseki meal soon 😊

[@user-qi8bk7wq7c]

日本に来ていただきありがとうございます🍚thank you❤️

[@FlavorofMind]

Dang, one of my fav videos that you've done in awhile Mike... absolutely baller meal, and I would so love to be relaxing in that peaceful setting. Way to get after it my man!

[@hojackborseman7638]

Man I would love to see Mikey on Trash Taste

[@MaskedRiderChris]

Argh, Mike, yer killin' me, here! Someday I will return to Japan and if I can experience a proper ryokan, then I'll do it!

[@Emily-bd5rb]

OMG IM EARLY!! I love you Mike!!!

[@MargielaTheCat]

Never been this early 😂

[@AdmiralVolca]

one stay must be over 5man yen. so luxurious ryokan.

[@fredericasteller8939]

That is so cool and beautiful!

[@Pixlanta]

Happy Chinese new year 🎉❤

[@masodior8076]

amazing video amazing culture and food

[@neggy2926]

Glad mike overcome the "No raw food" thing he had!

[@gailsfoodandstuff]

wow, just starting the video, but you have made it! wow!

[@FireDemonessJaganshi]

Didn’t even watch the video yet but this is the first time I’ve seen Sakuraco promo! I’ve been a subscriber since their first month! ❤

[@evelynr3639]

Happy new year

[@cookiekirkland8689]

Mickey this is one of the best places you've visited. I could feel the Zen thru my cell. The food was exceptional and looked absolutely delicious. And it was nice to see u dressed in traditional style. Great job🤗♥️🙆‍♀️

[@fr33kill97]

Their chickens are more chickeny than other chickens

[@andre.westcoastbestcoast]

Looks good, I want to go !!

[@kiyoshitakeda452]

A winner vlog. today. Seriously enjoyed the ambience and food. For indepth exposure to local foods kaiseki is the best. Thank you enjoyed.

[@rosafitzgerald4163]

Hey!!!! I love your show 🤓🤓🤓🤓, I would like more information on the snacks from Japan 😊😊😊😊😊, I would like to try it

[@diefluse]

Perfect setting for a detective connan episode

[@rodw4057]

He says Persimmon in a weird way! Lol! As long as he liked it!

[@UltimateGamerCC]

beautiful place, with a feast to boot, what more can you desire? XD

[@msanguanini]

Great food trip

[@peacelizard]

That looks super cool. I don't think I'd like to always be kneeling on the floor but I'd like that more traditional experience at least once. I don't think my knees could handle more than that haha

[@tablescissors]

Always a pleasure to eat with you, sir ~

[@Elda_Reid]

as much as I love the video and would love to stay here someday I can't help. but continuously think "mikey is def still very hungry" lol

[@ThydaCookingTV]

Look delicious

[@nish221100]

Niigata is somewhat far from Tokyo. There are closer places like Hakone and Nikko which have onsen ryokan. Definitely worth it if you are visiting Japan.

[@pjpororo323]

Hey Mikey, would you share which room did you book particularly, and if the room comes with the kaiseiki? Its really fancy

[@ForeverChanged7]

This was a great video. I want to go to a Ryokan. Thank you Mike. The entire property you showed was just sooo Zen.❤️

[@jamescameron1861]

Honestly salivating watching this. Beautifully presented food, with all aspects considered (including the location)

[@WHITEYBHOY2]

James Bumlick

[@alistercheng]

I'm having white rice watching this, it works.

[@SandraNelson063]

The chef has had 500 years to perfect their recipes!

[@Waywren]

oh that's just so beautiful. Exquisite.

[@rodw4057]

Wow! They are so respectful! Bowing when he left at 18:46.

[@MilkByCow]

Wow. Didn’t realize I was zenning-out by proxy with Mike relaxing with the green tea, until the scene cut and the music changed to upbeat and I was like “whoa oh yeah, right. I exist in the modern world 😑”

[@solverxd]

New drinking game. Take a shot every time Mike says "umami"

[@easyt6113]

London calling keep up t he good work

[@AG-ll6bm]

Take a shot every time Bear Face says Umami, Jooooshi, or Super

[@mustwereallydothis]

Ok I'll do it. If you don't hear from me again, you'll know what happened.

[@fredericasteller8939]

Interesting snacks!

[@DAVE-J-B]

Looks like I got a good binge watch of " Strictly Dumpling and Mike Chen videos, as on the 16 January 2023 , The Higher Powers decided to give me a Heart Attack, of which I had to have 2 Stents fitted, so on the advice of cardiologist was to rest with a bit of walking exercise of between 5 to 15 minute walk but not too fast, the main thing I'm still here to watch future videos .Thanks to whoever it was watching down on me, I thank you for the 2nd chance . ( PRAISE THE LORD and AMEN ❤️❤️)

[@CB-qb8hj]

What’s a weekend at that place goin’ for? I need to budget for this trip.

[@shuri-ken1803]

Are you planning on going to Kawaguchiko? There are plenty of ryokan there too

[@meganfiero2534]

This made me super hungry

[@kennycarder2211]

That looks awesome mike , you think my white personal could go there, thanks in advance

[@u-arts]

Definitely,but you have to get used to the different textures and tastes cause, like traditional meals are not for everyone, haha.