Best Creative, Innovative in Japan

Creative, Innovative in Japan

1Kushiyaki 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

336

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • 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

3cocon

Naka Meguro Sta. / French, European, Innovative

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

4Tokyo 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

5Kissa Alterna

Yotsubashi Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Creative

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

6Teppanyaki Shiroya Ginza Tei

Higashi Ginza Sta. / Teppanyaki, Creative, Steak

A hidden gem in a back alley of Ginza, savor the flavors of aged Kita Satsuma beef and Ise lobster with all your senses at this teppanyaki restaurant.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

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

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.

  • 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

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

8Yakiniku Oboshimeshi

Akasaka Mitsuke Sta. / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Innovative, Korean

Full-Service Yakiniku Restaurant

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

The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

Selected for Tabelog French WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog French WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

9NH

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

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

11Sumiyaki Isakaba IGOR COSY Shibuya Honten

Shinsen Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative, Meat dishes

A Cozy Tavern: Enjoy new ways to savor seasonal ingredients with charcoal-grilled dishes, clay pot rice, and shochu! Perfect for New Year gatherings!

3.47

375

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

12La BOMBANCE

Hiro o Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Creative, Innovative

A Hidden Gem in Nishiazabu: Delicious Japanese Cuisine that Blends Tradition with Innovation

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

13IL BUCO

Sanjo Sta. / Italian, Japanese Cuisine, Creative

3.34

145

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

14HIKARI

Ikebukuro Sta. / French, Innovative, Steak

Discover the elusive Wagyu beef, Ozaki-gyu. Experience elevated casual French cuisine.

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

15AJIKA Georgian Bistro and Wine Bar

Ushigome Kagurazaka Sta. / Bistro, Wine bar, Innovative

A Chef from Georgia Comes to Japan, Opening a Georgia Specialty Bistro & Wine Bar in Kagurazaka

3.31

75

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Wednesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Vegan options
Online reservationCheck availability

16Warayaki 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

438

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

17barrier

Hokutetsu Kanazawa Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Creative, Seafood

3.23

35

  • 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

18Ginza 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

268

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

19Ukiyo

Yoyogi Uehara Sta. / Innovative, Bar

3.16

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 French TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog French TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

20L'ARGENT

Toranomon Sta. / French, Innovative

Awarded Michelin for five consecutive years. Enjoy modern French cuisine that blends the essence of Paris and Northern Europe with seasonal Japanese flavors.

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • Thursday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability