Bungomae Musui
豊後前 霧翠
Kaiseki in Beppu, Oita, near Kamegawa Station
Our analysis
- 54%of high-end restaurants in Oita have a lower dinner budget
- Japaneseonline booking only
Dinner ¥20,000–29,999Book by phone
All 12 photos, by dishes, the room and the entrance
Dishes 10
Inside 1
Entrance 1
Its dinner budget on Tabelog (¥20,000–29,999) is higher than that of 54% of the high-end restaurants in Oita in this guide, and higher than that of 50% of its kaiseki restaurants. It takes bookings online only in Japanese, on Ikyu Restaurant; 2 of the 14 kaiseki restaurants in Oita can be booked online in English. Good for a seat at the counter, a private room (for 6), a less expensive lunch (from ¥8,000, 68% below its least expensive dinner course), and an anniversary (it prepares a celebration if asked when booking).
How it compares
Kaiseki restaurants in Beppu with a dinner budget close to its own, nearest to it in our ranking.
| Restaurant | Rank in Oita | Dinner from | Lunch from | Booking | Awards | Walk | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japanese cuisine Beppu Hirokado | #1 | budget ¥30,000–39,999 | budget ¥30,000–39,999 | Online in English (TableCheck) | Silver 2026 · Tabelog 100 2025 | — | — |
| Oryori Hatano | #6 | budget ¥20,000–29,999 | budget ¥15,000–19,999 | Online, Japanese only | — | — | — |
| Tsumami | #7 | budget ¥15,000–19,999 | — | Phone only | — | 8 min, Beppu | — |
| Bungomae Musui | — | ¥25,000 | ¥8,000 | Online, Japanese only | — | — | — |
| Kiku Saiko | — | budget ¥15,000–19,999 | — | Online, Japanese only | — | 11 min, Beppu | Wed |
| Japanese cuisine Tengu Do | — | budget ¥15,000–19,999 | — | No public phone or online | — | 19 min, Beppu Daigaku | — |
For international visitors
Some support for visitors
Either takes bookings online in English or has a menu or staff in English, not both.
| Menu | English |
|---|---|
| Staff | Not listed |
| Website | In English |
| Payment | |
| Seating and facilities | Counter seats, Private rooms, Sommelier, Wheelchair accessible, Free Wi-Fi |
How to book Bungomae Musui
- The restaurant also takes online bookings in Japanese through Ikyu Restaurant.
- Call 050-5596-9544 (+81-50-5596-9544 from outside Japan). Staff may speak only Japanese, so a hotel concierge can call for you.
- Reservations: required. Walk-ins are not accepted.
- Cancellations: the restaurant charges a cancellation fee. Check the terms when you book.
- Anniversaries and birthdays: the restaurant prepares a celebration if you ask when you book (a dessert plate with your message, a cake or a surprise). More in Oita.
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Courses and prices
As the restaurant lists them on Tabelog. Prices are per person.
Omakase Lunch Course Sushi Kaiseki ◆ Handcrafted with Care.
Lunch · 2 hr at the table · 1–4 guests
- Nigiri sushi
- Kaiseki
What is served (5)
- Appetizers
- Steamed Dishes
- Sushi (6 Nigiri, 1 Roll)
- Main Dish
- Sweets
¥8,000
per person, tax incl., ≈$50
Cheapest
Omakase Lunch Course: Sushi Kaiseki + Non-Alcoholic & Tea Pairing ◆ Perfect for a Rewarding Lunch.
Lunch · 2 hr at the table · 1–4 guests
- Nigiri sushi
- Kaiseki
Drinks pairing included
What is served (5)
- Appetizers
- Steamed Dishes
- Sushi (6 Nigiri, 1 Roll)
- Main Course
- Sweets
¥11,500
per person, tax incl., ≈$80
¥3,500 more than the one above
Omakase Dinner Course: Sushi Kaiseki ◆ A Luxurious Moment.
Dinner · 2 hr at the table · 1–4 guests
- Nigiri sushi
- Kaiseki
- Sashimi
What is served (7)
- Appetizers
- Soup
- Sashimi
- Main Dish
- Sushi
- Rice Soup
- Dessert, Sweets
¥25,000
per person, tax incl., ≈$170
¥13,500 more than the one above
Omakase Dinner Course: Sushi Kaiseki + Non-Alcoholic & Tea Pairing ◆ Recommended for Anniversaries.
Dinner · 2 hr at the table · 1–4 guests
- Nigiri sushi
- Kaiseki
- Sashimi
Drinks pairing included
What is served (7)
- Appetizers
- Soup
- Sashimi
- Main Dish
- Sushi
- Rice Soup
- Dessert, Sweets
¥30,000
per person, tax incl., ≈$200
¥5,000 more than the one above
Omakase Dinner Course: Sushi Kaiseki + Alcohol Pairing ◆ A Wonderful Evening.
Dinner · 1–4 guests
- Nigiri sushi
- Kaiseki
¥37,000
per person, tax incl., ≈$250
¥7,000 more than the one above
The food
Photos the restaurant posted on Tabelog.
On Instagram
Prices
| Dinner | ¥20,000–29,999 per person |
|---|---|
| Lunch | ¥8,000–9,999 per person |
| Diners report spending | ¥30,000–39,999 at dinner |
| Service charge | Service charge 15% |
| Credit cards | |
| Electronic money | Not accepted, QR code payments accepted |
Opening hours
| Monday | 12:00–14:00, 17:00–21:30 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00–14:00, 17:00–21:30 |
| Wednesday | 12:00–14:00, 17:00–21:30 |
| Thursday | 12:00–14:00, 17:00–21:30 |
| Friday | 12:00–14:00, 17:00–21:30 |
| Saturday | 12:00–14:00, 17:00–21:30 |
| Sunday | 12:00–14:00, 17:00–21:30 |
| Public holidays | Open |
Seats and rooms
Inside
The dining room, in the restaurant's own photos.
| Seats | 14 |
|---|---|
| Private rooms | Yes, for 6 people |
| Private hire | Not possible |
| Smoking | Non smoking |
| Children | Ask the restaurant before bringing children |
| Dress code | Extreme clothing that exposes the skin, such as sandals, shorts, tank tops, and camisoles, is not permitted. We kindly ask that you refrain from using strongly scented products such as perfumes, fragrances, fabric softeners, and hair styling products when visiting our establishment. If the scent is too strong, it may disturb other customers, and we may occasionally ask you to change seats or, depending on the situation, deny entry. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. |
| Setting | Hotel restaurant, Hideout, Stylish space, Relaxing space, Counter seating, Free Wi-Fi available, Wheelchair accessible |
| Drinks | Sake (Nihonshu), Shochu (Japanese spirits), Wine, Cocktails available, Particular about Sake (Nihonshu), Particular about Shochu (Japanese spirits), Particular about wine |
| Services | Celebrations and surprises (Birthday plate), Sommelier available, English menu |
| Opened | June 2025 |
Getting there
Show this to a taxi driver
豊後前 霧翠大分県別府市大字鉄輪499-18
The address in Japanese, as drivers enter it
Location
| Address | 499-18 Beppu, Oita 874-0000 |
|---|---|
| Nearest station | Kamegawa |
| Directions | For those arriving by car, it takes about 40 minutes from Oita Airport to Beppu IC on the Higashi-Kyushu Expressway, enjoying the scenic mountain views along the way. From Beppu IC, it takes about 10 minutes to reach the hotel by driving along Prefectural Road 11 and Route 500. |
Questions visitors ask
How much does Bungomae Musui cost?
The restaurant puts dinner at ¥20,000–29,999 per person and lunch at ¥8,000–9,999. Drinks and a service charge (Service charge 15%) may be extra; credit cards are accepted.
Does Bungomae Musui have an English menu?
Yes. The restaurant lists a menu in English.
Can I bring children to Bungomae Musui?
Ask the restaurant before bringing children.
What is the nearest station to Bungomae Musui?
Kamegawa Station.
Does Bungomae Musui have a dress code?
Extreme clothing that exposes the skin, such as sandals, shorts, tank tops, and camisoles, is not permitted. We kindly ask that you refrain from using strongly scented products such as perfumes, fragrances, fabric softeners, and hair styling products when visiting our establishment. If the scent is too strong, it may disturb other customers, and we may occasionally ask you to change seats or, depending on the situation, deny entry. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
Sources
Facts on this page come from Tabelog (checked in November 2026), Ikyu, and the restaurant's website. Report a correction.