Best Creative, Innovative in Japan(page 2)

Creative, Innovative in Japan(page 2)

21Nishiazabu Shirukuya

Nogizaka Sta. / Teppanyaki, Hamburger steak, Creative

Experience the treasures of Awaji Island in Nishiazabu. Just a 3-minute taxi ride from Roppongi, with private rooms available. A sacred place for teppanyaki that adds flair to important meetings and anniversaries.

3.48

126

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog French WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog French WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

22Grand rocher

Higobashi Sta. / French, Innovative

★Featured in the Michelin Guide Kyoto-Osaka 2024-2025★

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

23Tempura Senmon Ichiban

Kanazawa Sta. / Tempura, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative

Just 3 minutes from Kanazawa Station! Enjoy Kaga vegetables tempura and local sake at this tempura specialty restaurant, with a wide variety of izakaya menu options!

3.32

53

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

24miyako

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

358

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

The Tabelog Award 2025 Bronze winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog French EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog French EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

25AKI NAGAO

Susukino Sta. / French, Innovative

Experience free and delicate French cuisine in the heart of Sapporo.

  • JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999
  • JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

26nakameguro Kunsei apartment

Naka Meguro Sta. / Dining bar, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative

Smoked Delicacies: A Hidden Gem in Nakameguro Experience the exquisite flavors of carefully crafted cold-smoked dishes, known as the "King of Smoking." Enjoy a cozy atmosphere in a quiet residential area, perfect for girls' nights out or romantic dates! Smoked dishes, drinks, and a secret hideaway await you!

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Menu with photos
Online reservationCheck availability

The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

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

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

27Bia

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

28TWO ROOMS

Omote Sando Sta. / Innovative

1-minute walk from Omotesando Station | A captivating space with a city view and artistic grilled dishes ☆ Enjoy the light during the day and be enveloped by music at night.

3.49

1054

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Vegetarian options
  • Gluten-Free options
Online reservationCheck availability

29maze

Shiseikan Shogakko Mae Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Japanese Cuisine, Creative

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

30Sakigake Honten

Mt Fuji Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative, Regional Cuisine

3.21

79

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

31Uotami Echigoyuzawahigashiguchiekimaeten

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

A Relaxing Atmosphere with a Touch of Japanese Elegance

3.01

13

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
  • 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

32NH

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

33Tempura to Kisetsu no Sara Kittan

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.

6

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

34Kazamidori Karasumen Rokkaku Ten

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

Perfect for year-end and New Year parties! We offer private rooms for up to 46 guests. Enjoy courses with a 2-hour all-you-can-drink option!

3.07

23

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

35MOMO Stand Tokyo 2nd

Nishi Shinjuku Sta. / Nepalese, Innovative, Dining bar

A Hidden Gem in Nishi-Shinjuku: Juicy and Spicy. Experience the blissful pairing of innovative Nepalese dumplings, Momo, and wine.

3.33

50

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Hindu options
Online reservationCheck availability

36HIKARI

Ikebukuro Sta. / French, Innovative, Steak

A Beautiful Fusion of Wagyu and French Cuisine: An Adult Gourmet Experience

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

37AJIKA Georgian Bistro and Wine Bar

Ushigome Kagurazaka Sta. / Bistro, Wine bar, Innovative

A chef from Georgia will be arriving soon!

3.31

68

  • 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

38Rokuhara

Akasaka Mitsuke Sta. / Kushi-age (Deep-fried skewers), Creative, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Established 43 years ago in Akasaka. Enjoy seasonal flavors that continue until the last bite, crafted with the techniques of the Kansai region for a blissful experience.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

39Kirazu

Hosui Susukino Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Innovative

A Hokkaido meat kaiseki that plays with seasonal ingredients and features a playful twist on tradition, showcasing Wagyu and more.

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

40Matsumoto Kakiire Doki

Matsumoto Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Oyster, Creative

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability