Goza Japanese Restaurant, Xiamen

Just by association alone with the five-star Mandarin Hotel is a telltale sign of this restaurant's quality. The stylish decor recreates a Japanese setting without suffering from overkill. The menu screams with authenticity, featuring such Japanese favorites as baked eel Nagasaki style, octopus slices with lemon juice, mackerel fish shi shi, and stewed fish and vegetables. Seating is limited to only 38 making reservations imperative, especially for the tatami room.