Kourakuan

The dishes feature ingredients that highlight the changing seasons. Each creation, while valuing the fundamentals, is crafted with a flexible mindset that breaks free from conventional boundaries, evoking a sense of respect for nature and vitality. A collection of jewel-like dishes that allow you to savor the essence of Japanese cuisine is available.

As you walk along the stone-paved approach, the Japanese space that unfolds is filled with tranquility and beauty that calms the heart. It is a special place where you can spend a luxurious time while gazing at the stunning view of Lake Biwa. Each visit brings new discoveries in this soothing space.

This restaurant offers dishes with a new perspective while cherishing traditional Japanese techniques, set against the beautiful scenery of Lake Biwa. It continues to provide a special experience for visitors. For many years, it has been a beloved presence in the community.

Hiroyuki Masuda is from Osaka Prefecture and honed his skills at a traditional restaurant in Kyoto, where he developed his talent at a long-established ryotei (Japanese restaurant). He currently serves as an instructor at a vocational school and is also active as a master of the Koshiki Shijo-ryu knife technique. With a sense of mission to pass on the depth of Japanese cuisine to the next generation, he manages Kourakuan. His dishes are known for offering plates that shine with traditional techniques and creativity, and he continues to take on new challenges. The passion embedded in Masuda's cooking continues to captivate many food enthusiasts.