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Read guide →Japanese cuisine has deep roots in Seoul, shaped by geographic proximity and a long shared history. Seoul-style Japanese restaurants range from affordable sushi conveyor belts and ramen shops to high-end omakase counters. Quality fish is flown in daily, and Korean chefs often put their own spin on Japanese classics — thicker broths, spicier condiments, and seasonal Korean ingredients woven into traditional recipes.
Gangdong-gu in southeastern Seoul is a family-oriented district known for its community markets and traditional Korean restaurants. Cheonho Market offers one of Seoul's best selections of traditional banchan, grilled fish, and home-style Korean cooking away from the tourist circuit.
Taste 4, Price 4, Quantity 5, Friendliness 5 (Overall 5) This restaurant is famous for its sushi in Cheonho, but especially in winter, it's a great place to enjoy a generous portion of large yellowtail. Add 5,000 won for fish cake soup and fried food! (There's a shared bathroom inside the restaurant.) [Sashimi large yellowtail 69,000 won / + fish cake soup and assorted fried food 05,000 won]
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