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Youji's #WashokuRenaissance
Boston, MA · Japanese · $$$
- Our Story - Over two decades ago, award-winning Chef Youji Iwakura introduced Boston to a renaissance of authentic Japanese cuisine. His vision—rooted in washoku and shaped by seasonality and restraint—became the foundation of a movement.
In 2018, that philosophy took form as Kamakura, the first modern kaiseki (会席 and 懐石) restaurant in the city. During the pandemic, he launched a curbside ghost kitchen serving his signature Sashimi Chirashi Sushi and jewel-like Poke Boxes (currently paused)...
***A Note for Our Guests
We’re happy to share that, with the recent cooler weather, the dining environment has become much more comfortable, with temperatures averaging about 10°F lower than during the recent heat. We also have two portable coolers in the guest seating area to help keep things comfortable.
September & October 2026
TUESDAY — Sushi Supper Experience
(夕暮れ鮨) $50/guest deposit
6:00 pm (1 hour) — 13 courses — $130
7:45 pm — 13 courses — $130
7:45 pm — 16 courses — $170
A focused sushi counter experience highlighting seasonality, conversation, and the natural flow of the counter.
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WEDNESDAY — Closed (dine-in service)
Washoku Dinner Set (和食) — $75–95 Pick-up/Eat-in may be opening in September.
Pick-up time will be announced.
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THURSDAY — Cha-Kaiseki Dinner
(茶懐石の夕べ) $50/guest deposit
7:00 pm — 13 courses — $180
A seasonal Cha-Kaiseki dinner featuring traditional Washoku dishes, oshizushi, and the progression into a seasonal Kaiseki dinner.
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FRIDAY — Chef's Sushi & Seasonal Washoku / Kaiseki Experience
(鮨と和食の夕べ) $100/guest deposit
7:00 pm — 19 courses — $240
An elevated sushi and kaiseki inspired seasonal Washoku experience showcasing the finest ingredients of the season through the rhythm of the counter.
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SATURDAY — Chef's Signature Sushi & Kaiseki Dinner (For regular guests and referrals in September)
(鮨と会席の夕べ) $100/guest deposit
7:00 pm — 20 courses — $275
Our flagship Sushi & Kaiseki dinner, representing the full expression of Washoku Renaissance.
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SUNDAY — Closed
Private dinners available.
Reservation Cut-Off Policy
Sushi Supper (Tue): Reservations must be made by 6:00 PM the day before.
WR Kaiseki Series (Thurs & Sat): Reservations must be made by 3:00 PM the day before.
**Reservation Notes Rescheduling = cancellation. Please review our policy before booking.
Dietary Restrictions
We only accommodate minor dietary restrictions. Please provide details with your booking.
Safety: Due to our small kitchen and the risk of cross-contamination, we cannot accommodate serious allergies.
Exclusions: We cannot cater to wheat, soy, or fin fish restrictions.
Special Occasions
We do not serve cakes, as they do not pair with our menu. Instead, we offer a special celebratory plating for our fruit course.
Beverages
Drinks are a separate service and transaction via the food hall bar. We are happy to provide pairing recommendations.
Follow Us our Instagram @youjijs · @washoku_renaissance
Parking Lot at 32 Cambridge St, Charlestown, MA 02129 (Please check the zip—another Cambridge St exists.) If full: use Rutherford Ave → Hood Park Dr → Spice St $6 lot & street parking on Spice St
Private Events
If you are interested in learning more about our offerings, please fill out the request form and we will contact you to discuss details.
Request informationHours and location
Parking: On-site, street parking
Reservations are unavailable.
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