Best Creative, Innovative in Japan

Creative, Innovative in Japan

1HAUTE COUTURE CAFE OMOTESANDO

Omote Sando Sta. / Cafe, Cake, Creative

3.49

565

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

2Kushiyaki Manten - Shijo Karasuma

Karasuma Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative, Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

Reopening on October 9! Enjoy our signature vegetable-wrapped skewers in a spacious four-story building with a total of 109 seats!

3.42

340

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

3Tokyo Yakiniku Inoue Ginza Ten

Ginza Itchome Sta. / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Tripe, Innovative

Experience a unique and special time at Inoue, the pinnacle of Yakiniku, reopening on August 1st!

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog French WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog French WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

4NH

Kitashinchi Sta. / French, Innovative

A culinary space of French innovative cuisine, wrapped in the seasons.

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

5Hamayaki Hokkaido Uoman Furano Ten

Furano Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Creative

3.03

23

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

6kaikaya by the sea

Shinsen Sta. / Seafood, Creative, Japanese Cuisine

3.43

290

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Wednesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Gluten-Free options
Online reservationCheck availability

7Ginza Kiwagiwa

Ginza Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Creative, Restaurants

More than an Izakaya, less than a Kappo. Mastering the "edge" of ingredients and techniques—A renowned Japanese restaurant nestled in the back streets of Ginza.

3.44

280

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog Innovative/Creative Cuisine "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Innovative/Creative Cuisine "Tabelog 100" 2025

8Metis Roppongi

Roppongi Itchome Sta. / Innovative, French, Steak

Featured in the Michelin Guide Tokyo 2026, this counter-style French restaurant has earned a one-star rating for three consecutive years, specializing in wood-fired dishes.

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability

9Shokudo Pesca

Namba Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Italian, Creative

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Vegetarian options
Online reservationCheck availability

The Tabelog Award 2026 Silver winner

The Tabelog Award 2026 Silver winner

Selected for Tabelog Innovative/Creative Cuisine "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Innovative/Creative Cuisine "Tabelog 100" 2025

10Bia

Nogizaka Sta. / Innovative, Japanese Cuisine, Thai

  • JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

11Kittan

Tanukikoji Sta. / Tempura, Japanese Cuisine, Innovative

Experience a new sensation of tempura and seasonal dishes crafted from fresh Hokkaido ingredients and expert techniques. Enjoy a blissful moment in a refined setting.

3.06

15

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

12Niku Ryori Kanae

Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae Sta. / Beef dishes, Creative
  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability

13Nijo Kizuki

Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae Sta. / Sushi, Creative, Japanese Cuisine
  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

14miyako

Gion Shijo Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Steak, Creative

Always ranked high in Kyoto access! Just a 2-minute walk from Gion Shijo Station, enjoy rare ingredients in a comfortable space!

3.44

359

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

15Niku Gatou Roppongi Hiruzu Ten

Roppongi Sta. / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Creative, Tripe

For customers who wish to use the members-only "Secret Room" at Nikugato Roppongi Hills, please check the details below.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • Monday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

16Bistro Restaurant nou Nakameguro

Naka Meguro Sta. / Bistro, Japanese Cuisine, Creative

Creative French Bistro & Natural Wine

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog Italian TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Italian TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

17RAMA Shirokane

Shirokanedai Sta. / Italian, Bistro, Innovative

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

18barrier

Hokutetsu Kanazawa Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Creative, Seafood

3.23

36

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
Online reservationCheck availability

19Gomi Gokan

Oebashi Sta. / Innovative

[5-minute walk from Kitashinchi Station] Experience a new world of Japanese cuisine that stimulates your senses with seasonal ingredients. Enjoy the lively atmosphere at our 7-seat counter!

2

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • -
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

20Kufuku ±

Suehirocho Sta. / French, Innovative

The winter course has started! The theme is "Fukutoku Mankitsu".

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • Monday, Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability