Furumachi GOJO
古町五常
Kaiseki in Niigata, near Niigata Station
Our analysis
- #3of 11 kaiseki restaurants in Niigata
- 29%of high-end restaurants in Niigata have a higher dinner budget
- Englishonline booking from abroad
Dinner ¥15,000–19,999Closed SundaysBook online: OMAKASE
All 9 photos, by dishes, the room and the entrance
Dishes 3
Inside 6
In our ranking, Furumachi GOJO is 3rd of the 11 kaiseki restaurants in Niigata and 6th of 19 in Niigata. Its dinner budget on Tabelog (¥15,000–19,999) is lower than that of 29% of the high-end restaurants in Niigata in this guide, and lower than that of 22% of its kaiseki restaurants. From abroad it can be booked online in English on OMAKASE; 4 of the 19 kaiseki restaurants in Niigata can be. Good for a seat at the counter (8 of its 12 seats), a private room (for 2 or 4), and a meal with children (its Tabelog listing says they are welcome).
How it compares
Kaiseki restaurants in Niigata with a dinner budget close to its own, nearest to it in our ranking.
| Restaurant | Rank in Niigata | Dinner from | Lunch from | Booking | Awards | Walk | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nabejaya Korin | #4 | budget ¥20,000–29,999 | budget ¥20,000–29,999 | Phone only | Tabelog 100 2025 | — | Mon |
| Japanese cuisine Araragi | #5 | budget ¥20,000–29,999 | budget ¥10,000–14,999 | Online in English (Pocket Concierge) | — | 24 min, Kamitokoro | Sun |
| Furumachi GOJO | #6 | budget ¥15,000–19,999 | — | Online in English (OMAKASE) | — | — | Sun |
| Ikinariya | #8 | budget ¥20,000–29,999 | budget ¥10,000–14,999 | Phone only | — | — | Sun |
| Niigata Urashima Kohei | — | ¥14,300 | — | Online, Japanese only | — | 6 min, Niigata | — |
| Komon | — | ¥11,000 | — | Online, Japanese only | — | — | Sun |
For international visitors
Some support for visitors
Either takes bookings online in English or has a menu or staff in English, not both.
| Menu | Not listed |
|---|---|
| Staff | Not listed |
| Payment | |
| Seating and facilities | Counter seats, Private rooms |
How to book Furumachi GOJO
- Book online in English on OMAKASE, the booking service the restaurant uses.
- Call 025-364-0288 (+81-25-364-0288 from outside Japan). Staff may speak only Japanese, so a hotel concierge can call for you.
- Reservations: required. Walk-ins are not accepted.
The food
Photos the restaurant posted on Tabelog.
On Instagram
Prices
| Dinner | ¥15,000–19,999 per person |
|---|---|
| Diners report spending | ¥15,000–19,999 at dinner |
| Credit cards | |
| Electronic money | Not accepted |
Opening hours
| Monday | 12:00–14:00, 18:00–22:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00–14:00, 18:00–22:00 |
| Wednesday | 12:00–14:00, 18:00–22:00 |
| Thursday | 12:00–14:00, 18:00–22:00 |
| Friday | 12:00–14:00, 18:00–22:00 |
| Saturday | 12:00–14:00, 18:00–22:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Public holidays | Closed |
Seats and rooms
Inside
The dining room, in the restaurant's own photos.
| Seats | 12, including 8 at the counter |
|---|---|
| Private rooms | Yes, for 2 or 4 people |
| Private hire | Possible |
| Largest group | 12 people |
| Smoking | Non smoking |
| Children | Children are welcome |
| Dress code | Please refrain from using strong-smelling perfumes or fabric softeners. Please note that restaurant may refuse entry on the day at its discretion. In that case, you will be required to pay the course fee. |
| Setting | Hideout, Stylish space, Relaxing space, Counter seating |
| Drinks | Sake (Nihonshu), Shochu (Japanese spirits), Wine, Particular about Sake (Nihonshu), Particular about Shochu (Japanese spirits), Particular about wine |
| Opened | September 2023 |
Getting there
Show this to a taxi driver
古町五常新潟県新潟市中央区古町通9-1461-1 坂上ビル 1F
The address in Japanese, as drivers enter it
Location
| Address | 9-1461-1 Furumachidori 8 Bancho Chuo-ku Niigata, Niigata 951-8063 |
|---|---|
| Nearest station | Niigata |
| Directions | Niigata Station: Approx. 10 minutes by taxi. |
Questions visitors ask
How much does Furumachi GOJO cost?
The restaurant puts dinner at ¥15,000–19,999 per person. Drinks may be extra; credit cards are accepted.
When is Furumachi GOJO closed?
It is closed on Sundays.
Can I bring children to Furumachi GOJO?
Children are welcome.
What is the nearest station to Furumachi GOJO?
Niigata Station.
Does Furumachi GOJO have a dress code?
Please refrain from using strong-smelling perfumes or fabric softeners. Please note that restaurant may refuse entry on the day at its discretion. In that case, you will be required to pay the course fee.
Sources
Facts on this page come from Tabelog (checked in November 2026) and the restaurant's website. Report a correction.