A5 YAMA
NAARDEN VESTING
A Japanese chef’s table with 8 seats, hidden within the historic walls of Naarden-Vesting (UNESCO).
Chef Yama is part of the first generation of Japanese chefs who helped shape Japanese fine dining in the Netherlands
Chef Yama
In 2023, his restaurant in Rotterdam was awarded a Michelin star.
After the closure of his Rotterdam restaurant, A5 YAMA in Naarden-Vesting became his new home, where his cuisine takes on a more personal character.
An intimate three-and-a-half-hour omakase experience, in which Chef Yama introduces you to the many facets of his Japanese cuisine, prepared around the fire.
二つの世界によって形づくられた、日本の家
8 seats around the fire
A 19-part omakase menu cooked by one Chef
Together, we create a world of our own.
Cancellation Policy
As a small restaurant with only eight seats, last-minute changes have a significant impact.
We kindly ask for your understanding regarding our cancellation policy:
Cancellations made up to 72 hours before the reservation will be fully refunded.
Cancellations within 72 hours will result in the retention of the €100 per person deposit.
Cancellations on the day of the reservation, or in case of no-show, will be charged for the full menu.
We greatly appreciate your understanding.
Dietary Requirements & Allergies
Chef Yama works alone and prepares a highly complex, carefully curated signature menu.
For this reason, he can only make very limited adjustments to dishes, and only if informed in advance.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or fish-free menus.
A meat-free menu available upon request.
Thank you for your understanding.
Party Size
Our restaurant offers eight seats and is designed for parties of up to four guests, in order to preserve the tranquility and intimacy of the Japanese omakase experience.
Reservations for one guest are available.
Private dining (8–10 guests) is available. Please contact us for availability and conditions.