A Complete Guide to Manners for Entertaining at a Ryotei Restaurant (1) - Reservations, Choosing a Restaurant, and Gifts

1】Reasons for choosing ryotei for business entertainment

Dining with important business partners is an important time for smooth business operations. A ryotei restaurant is a special place where you can convey sincerity and respect to your clients in a quiet private room and with attentive hospitality. The seasonal kaiseki cuisine and relaxed atmosphere make it a safe place to invite even the most prestigious guests.

A ryotei is also a great place to arrange for transportation, souvenirs, and other services that are not available at regular restaurants.

2] Key Points for Reservations

The basic rule is to clarify the purpose of the reception and the number of guests, and make reservations as early as possible. Ryotei restaurants may have the image of not accepting first-timers, but nowadays such restaurants are few and far between, and many of them allow online reservations, so please check their websites.

It is smart to confirm in advance their food preferences, allergies, religious restrictions, etc. Don't forget to check the inventory in advance and ask for any beverages that your guests like and absolutely need to be prepared. If you are using a restaurant for the first time, it is a good idea to do a preliminary inspection to get an idea of where to wait for customers, where the seating is located and where the restrooms are located, and to consult with the restaurant about the day's proceedings so that the day goes smoothly. Many stores offer preview reservations.

Let us know your seating preference at the time of reservation so that we can seat your guests at the top of the table. If you tell them, "0 guests, 0 hosts," they will set it up that way.

3] Tips for choosing a store

For business entertainment, not only the quality of food, but also "atmosphere," "accessibility," and "service" are important. A private room at a ryotei restaurant is ideal for important business meetings, as you can enjoy a leisurely conversation without worrying about your surroundings. The scenery and cultural background that leads to the topic of conversation may also make the conversation more enjoyable. Depending on the age and position of your guests, you can choose either a modern Japanese-style space or a traditional pure Japanese style to make a better impression.

It would be wonderful if we could convey the idea that we chose this restaurant for our customers to enjoy.

4] Prepare souvenirs

A thoughtful souvenir can further enhance the impression of business entertainment. Generally, a gift of 2,000 to 5,000 yen, such as a seasonal Japanese confectionery or an excellent product from a long-established shop, is appropriate. The best time to give a gift is at the end of the dinner. If you have trouble choosing the right product, consult the store's sales staff or the secretary's office, which may be able to tell you about popular products and recommendations.

Summary

Entertaining at a ryotei restaurant is a uniquely Japanese form of hospitality that combines formality and warmth. A quiet private room, attentive wait staff, and kaiseki cuisine that reflects the seasons naturally convey the dignity of the company. We take care of every detail, such as transportation and souvenirs, to ensure a moment of deepened trust.

What is Tsukiji Jisaku, a long-established ryotei (Japanese-style restaurant) in the back room of Ginza?

Tsukiji Jisaku, a long-established luxury ryotei restaurant in Tsukiji, established in 1931, is a world away from the hustle and bustle of the city, with a large pond garden with a waterfall and 150 Nishikigoi swimming gracefully in its vast grounds of 800 tsubo. The seasonal changes of spring, summer, fall, and winter can be viewed from every room. The luxurious building with its various settings offers you an exceptional experience.
The restaurant continues to be loved by many distinguished guests, including those from the political and business worlds, and is especially highly regarded for its specialty “mizutaki,” which has been passed down from generation to generation by a dedicated "mizutaki-ban" craftsman.

Inside the building, timeless beauty and prestige come alive in the pottery earthenware jar over 2 meters tall, which the founder, Jisaku Honda, had a master craftsman fire, and in the building associated with the Iwasaki family, founders of the Mitsubishi Zaibatsu conglomerate. The cuisine served in a private room and the “ryotei hospitality” that conveys one's heart without words. We will provide you with a quality time suitable for special entertainment, anniversaries, and dinners with your loved ones.