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Best Bistro in Japan

Bistro in Japan

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1Tenki

Shinsen Sta. / Tempura, Bistro, Wine bar

3.55

Very good

423

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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2Hoshizora Sunshine TOKYO Ikebukuro Ten

Ikebukuro Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Bistro, Dining bar

3.42

463

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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3THE UPPER

Otemachi Sta. / French, Bistro, Steak

Selected as a Michelin Guide Tokyo 2026 restaurant for three consecutive years! A brasserie in Marunouchi.

3.49

1362

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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4North 40-40

Misawa Sta. / Bistro, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yoshoku (Japanese style western cuisine)

3.20

36

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Monday, Tuesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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Selected for Tabelog Yoshoku (Japanese style western cuisine) EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Yoshoku (Japanese style western cuisine) EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

5scica

Kannai Sta. / Yoshoku (Japanese style western cuisine), Bistro, Hamburger steak

Experience a memorable moment at this "hidden gem for adults" that carries on the legacy of two-star excellence.

3.57

Very good

283

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
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6AJIKA 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

3.34

99

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Vegan options
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7FORTUNE GARDEN KYOTO

Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae Sta. / Bistro, Cafe, French

Just a 2-minute walk from Kyoto City Hall Station, enjoy bistro cuisine while taking in the view of a retro-modern Western-style building and a lush garden.

3.49

638

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Vegetarian options
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8TiTi

Ebisu Sta. / Bistro, Wine bar, French

[8-minute walk from Ebisu Station] Perfect for pre-drinks or a second stop! Ideal table seating for dates and gatherings in a cozy bistro.

3.54

Very good

117

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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9BENOIT Kyoto Alain Ducasse

Gion Shijo Sta. / Bistro, French

Experience bistro cuisine that blends the traditions of Paris with the seasons of Kyoto.

3.56

Very good

222

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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10Tokyo Butchers with OKACHI Beer Lab

Okachimachi Sta. / Baru (Spanish style bar), Bistro, Beer bar

★Authentic BBQ with home-brewed beer and wine made from chunks of meat at a butcher shop under the elevated railway (warehouse)❗️★

3.49

548

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • - JPY 999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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11La Maison Claire 1853

Prefectural Office Sta. / French, Bistro

3.32

43

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Vegetarian options
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12Stand Shanshoku -Tokyo Akasaka Mitsuke- Champagne & GYOZA BAR

Akasaka Sta. / Dumpling, Bistro, Wine bar

3.32

136

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
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13Le Coq Roti

Ikebukuro Sta. / Italian, Bistro, Cafe

【1-Minute Walk from Ikebukuro Station】Enjoy bistro dishes and juicy rotisserie chicken crafted by Chef Fukuichi, who has honed his skills for five years at a Michelin-starred restaurant, paired with craft beer! A wine bistro where you can casually savor carefully selected wines!

3.48

1058

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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14FULLMOoN Shinbashi Toranomon Ten

Toranomon Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Bistro, Italian

3.09

72

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Children welcome
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15LAPIS BLEU TOKYO Yurakucho Ten

Yurakucho Sta. / Bistro, Italian, Cafe

New◎【1-minute walk from Yurakucho Station】A blue space with night views, featuring wine and a casual bistro centered around Italian cuisine.

3.31

79

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
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16VINDUSTRY

Yoyogi Koen Sta. / Bistro, Italian, Wine bar

3.36

83

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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17o/sio FUKUOKA

Tenjin Sta. / Bistro, Italian, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

3.47

273

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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18Trattoria Serena

Yokohama Sta. / Italian, Baru (Spanish style bar), Bistro

A hidden gem Italian bistro just 2 minutes from Yokohama Station, located on the 1st floor of The Yokohama Front.

3.37

309

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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19eric'S by EricTrochon

Tokyo Sta. / Bistro, French, Wine bar

A French bistro where you can enjoy wine from noon!

3.47

397

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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20Tokino Sugiyuku Mamani

Shibuya Sta. / Creative, French, Bistro

◉ Monthly changing 9 dishes, 7 plates course ◉ Semi-private room for 10-15 people ◉ Free message plate ◉ Unlimited time lunch ◉

3.44

214

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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