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Hatsune
A refined Japanese restaurant on the Beethovenstraat — traditional kaiseki and kappo cooking on seasonal ingredients, with kaiseki courses and tempura.
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On the Beethovenstraat in Amsterdam's Oud-Zuid, Hatsune is a refined Japanese restaurant specialising in traditional kaiseki cuisine and kappo dishes. Each plate is treated as a small work of art, with delicate flavours that let the natural taste of seasonal ingredients come through.
It's a calm, elegant spot for authentic Japanese cooking away from the busier centre, with a focus on craft and seasonality.
The food
The seasonal kaiseki courses are the heart of the experience — a sequence of carefully composed dishes — alongside expertly prepared tempura and kappo-style à la carte plates. Expect precise, understated cooking that changes with the seasons rather than flashy fusion.
Good to know
It suits a quieter, more considered Japanese meal; booking ahead is sensible, especially for the kaiseki courses. It's in Oud-Zuid, an easy trip from the Museumkwartier.
Signature dishes
Seasonal kaiseki tasting courses
Expertly prepared tempura
Kappo-style à la carte dishes
Seasonal sashimi
Delicately plated seasonal small dishes
Where to find it
Beethovenstraat 180, 1077 JX, Amsterdam
Open in Google MapsFAQ
- What is Hatsune known for?
- Traditional Japanese kaiseki cuisine and kappo dishes, built around seasonal ingredients.
- Where is it?
- On the Beethovenstraat in Amsterdam's Oud-Zuid.
- What is kaiseki?
- A traditional multi-course Japanese meal of small, carefully composed seasonal dishes.
- Should I book?
- Yes — booking ahead is sensible, especially for the kaiseki courses.
- What's the atmosphere?
- Calm and elegant — a considered Japanese dining experience rather than a casual bite.