Best Creative, Innovative

1Tokyo 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!

3.55

Very good

1037

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

2HAUTE COUTURE CAFE OMOTESANDO

Omote Sando Sta. / Cafe, Cake, Creative

3.49

568

JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
-

Multilingual menu
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

3Ginza 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

277

JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
-
-

Credit card accepted
Non smoking

Online reservationCheck availability

4Hamayaki 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

The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog French WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

5NH

Kitashinchi Sta. / French, Innovative

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

4.33

Excellent

250

JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
Monday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking

Online reservationCheck availability

6Kushiyaki 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

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

7Metis 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.

4.14

Excellent

178

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

8Shokudo Pesca

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

3.60

Very good

317

JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
-
-

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome
Vegetarian options

Online reservationCheck availability

9Uotami Joetsu Myoko Nishiguchi Ekimae Ten

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

3.03

21

JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
-
-

Credit card accepted
Designated smoking area
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

10kaikaya 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

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

11LOOP TOKYO

Asakusa Sta. / Creative

3.76

Very good

74

JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
-
-

Credit card accepted
Non smoking

Online reservationCheck availability

12Nijo Kizuki

Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae Sta. / Sushi, Creative, Japanese Cuisine

3.52

Very good

122

JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Sunday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking

Online reservationCheck availability

13Creative Yoru no Tobari

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

3.52

Very good

81

JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
-
-

Multilingual menu
Credit card accepted
Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)

Online reservationCheck availability

14Ukiyo

Yoyogi Uehara Sta. / Innovative, Bar

3.21

50

JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
Monday, Sunday

Multilingual menu
Multilingual staff
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Vegetarian options

Online reservationCheck availability

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.

3.68

Very good

500

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

16Wine & fusion Cuisine Restaurant "meso" Shimokitazawa Tokyo

Shimo Kitazawa Sta. / Bistro, French, Innovative

French x Fermentation x Spices x Dashi A modern fusion experience for all five senses at the chef's counter with wine.

3.58

Very good

101

JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
Wednesday, Thursday

Multilingual menu
Multilingual staff
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome
Vegan options
Vegetarian options
Gluten-Free options

Online reservationCheck availability

17Warayaki Robata Seafood

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

[SNS Buzz] 100% Cost Price! Ocean Treasure Box for JPY 550! Fresh seafood delivered directly from local fishermen, featuring our specialty: Wara-yaki.

3.46

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