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1Kushiyaki Manten - Shijo Karasuma

Karasuma Sta. 101m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative, Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

An open space that brightens up the night in Karasuma. A social spot for adults, surrounded by the aroma of grilled skewers and featuring the signature vegetable-wrapped skewers.

3.38

353

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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2HAUTE COUTURE CAFE OMOTESANDO

Omote Sando Sta. 262m / Cafe, Cake, Creative

3.45

595

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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3Bistro Restaurant nou Nakameguro

Naka Meguro Sta. 581m / Bistro, Japanese Cuisine, Creative

[French Bistro & Natural Wine] Nou HaNaRe (Annex) is now open from March 1!

3.58

Very good

360

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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4Nijo Kizuki

Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae Sta. 486m / Sushi, Creative, Japanese Cuisine

3.55

Very good

124

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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5Kissa Alterna

Yotsubashi Sta. 273m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Creative

3.53

Very good

237

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Wednesday
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Children welcome
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6Ginza Kiwagiwa

Ginza Sta. 373m / 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.

3.43

367

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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7ITOH DINING by NOBU

Gora Sta. 329m / Teppanyaki, Steak, Creative

Savor seasonal dishes amidst the nature of Hakone and Gora ◇ Enjoy teppanyaki in a hidden gem atmosphere.

3.56

Very good

234

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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8Teppan Izakaya Futaba

Kyoto Kawaramachi Sta. 183m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Okonomiyaki (Japanese savory pancake), Creative

3.10

38

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Monday, Day after public hol...
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
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9Sushi Kinari / Kanazawa

Hokutetsu Kanazawa Sta. 977m / Sushi, Japanese Cuisine, Creative

Celebrating Our 2nd Anniversary!! Enjoy free-spirited Japanese cuisine and aged sushi at our sushi kaiseki restaurant.

3.52

Very good

49

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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Selected for Tabelog Innovative/Creative Cuisine "Tabelog 100" 2025

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

10Metis Roppongi

Roppongi Itchome Sta. 433m / 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.

4.04

Excellent

197

  • 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
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11kaikaya by the sea

Shinsen Sta. 80m / Seafood, Creative, Japanese Cuisine

3.40

294

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Wednesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Gluten-Free options
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12Sekki (Six Senses Kyoto)

Shichijo Sta. 599m / Creative

3.55

Very good

55

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Gluten-Free options
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13barrier

Hokutetsu Kanazawa Sta. 1494m / Japanese Cuisine, Creative, Seafood

3.18

39

  • 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
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14Tensen

Hiroden Miyajima Guchi Sta. 2062m / Sushi, Seafood, Creative

3.67

Very good

145

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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15CENSU TOKYO

Kokuritsu Kyogijo Sta. 652m / Creative

3.54

Very good

138

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

16Yakitori YAMATO

Kitashinchi Sta. 209m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Creative

[4-minute walk from Kitashinchi] Enjoy chicken dishes that bring out the maximum flavor of the ingredients. Counter seating and private rooms available.

3.69

Very good

563

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
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  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
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17Tokyo Yakiniku Inoue Ginza Ten

Ginza Itchome Sta. 57m / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Tripe, Innovative

Experience a one-of-a-kind special moment at Yakiniku Inoue, the pinnacle of quality.

3.56

Very good

1105

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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18miyako

Gion Shijo Sta. 224m / 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!

3.40

371

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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19Creative Yoru no Tobari

Sanjo Sta. 305m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Creative

3.47

99

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
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The Tabelog Award 2026 Silver winner

The Tabelog Award 2026 Silver winner

Selected for Tabelog French EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog French EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

20Reminiscence

Kurumamichi Sta. 285m / French, Innovative

4.39

Excellent

417

  • JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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