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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

357

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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2Bistro Restaurant nou Nakameguro

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

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

3.56

Very good

362

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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3HAUTE COUTURE CAFE OMOTESANDO

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

3.41

600

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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4Nijo Kizuki

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

3.54

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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5kaikaya by the sea

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

3.41

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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Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

6Yakitori 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

568

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • -
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
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7miyako

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!

3.36

375

  • 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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8Teppan Izakaya Futaba

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

3.11

40

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Monday, Day after public hol...
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
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9Teppanyaki Shiroya Ginza Tei

Higashi Ginza Sta. 200m / 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.

3.51

Very good

320

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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10Sushi 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.

3.51

Very good

48

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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11Ginza 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

400

  • 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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12Kobe Gyu Rogama Yaki Steak Setsugetsu Fuka Kitanosaka

Sannomiya Sta. 186m / Steak, Creative

Experience Kobe beef in hearty cuts. Enjoy our special "Robatayaki Steak" grilled over Kishu Binchotan charcoal.

3.60

Very good

269

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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13Sakigake Honten

Mt Fuji Sta. 223m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative, Regional Cuisine

3.21

82

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Vegetarian options
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14Kissa Alterna

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

3.51

Very good

245

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Wednesday
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Children welcome
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15Matsumoto Kakiire Doki

Matsumoto Sta. 250m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Oyster, Creative

3.54

Very good

64

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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16Sekki (Six Senses Kyoto)

Shichijo Sta. 599m / Creative

3.55

Very good

59

  • 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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17Tensen

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

3.66

Very good

148

  • 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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Selected for Tabelog yakiniku TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

18Niku Gatou Roppongi hiruzu ten

Roppongi Sta. 390m / 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.

3.65

Very good

540

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • Monday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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19Mimasuya Okudohan

Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae Sta. 290m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative, Japanese Cuisine

3.47

457

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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20Sumi Kappo hirac

Tanimachi 6 Chome Sta. 162m / Japanese Cuisine, Creative

A hidden charcoal kaiseki restaurant in Tanimachi Rokuchome. Enjoy seasonal ingredients prepared with charcoal grilling and dashi, perfect for adults.

3.64

Very good

199

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Children welcome
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