Best Japanese sake bar in Japan

Japanese sake bar in Japan

1Sumibi Yaki Lily Shibuya Ten

Shibuya Sta. 356m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Sushi, Japanese sake bar

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Digital menu available
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2Sushi Panchi

Azabu Juban Sta. 319m / Sushi, Japanese sake bar, Seafood
  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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3Yakitori Ruike

Shinjuku Nishiguchi Sta. 273m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Japanese sake bar

We have same-day seating available starting from 5 PM. Please contact us by phone after 5 PM.

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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4Kappore

Shibuya Sta. 613m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Japanese sake bar

Open today at 5 PM! Reservations may be possible by phone even if online booking is unavailable!

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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5Sushi Koshikawa

Akasaka Sta. 133m / Sushi, Seafood, Japanese sake bar

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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6Nakizakana Shinjukutenhanare

Shinjuku Sta. 357m / Seafood, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Japanese sake bar

【3-minute walk from Shinjuku West Exit】Fresh fish delivered directly from contracted fishermen! Enjoy top-quality seafood prepared just the way you like it. For parties, choose from options like snow crab and premium fish, with a 2-hour all-you-can-drink plan starting at JPY 5000.

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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7Bangai Toribaka Ichidai Ginza

Ginza Itchome Sta. 152m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Japanese sake bar

Directly sourced from contracted poultry farms: We lock in the natural flavors of chicken using binchotan charcoal. Enjoy carefully selected local chicken and rare cuts available in small quantities.

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  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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8Daikanyama Sushi Takeuchi

Daikan yama Sta. 459m / Sushi, Seafood, Japanese sake bar

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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9Nakizakana Shinjuku Ten

Shinjuku Sta. 206m / Seafood, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Japanese sake bar

【1-minute walk from Shinjuku Southeast Exit】Fresh fish "caught this morning" delivered directly from contracted fishermen to your table! Enjoy the freshness straight from the source, prepared in your favorite style. A wide selection of Japanese sake that pairs perfectly with fish! <For parties> Starting from JPY 5000 for 2 hours of all-you-can-drink, featuring Kinmedai and Kue!

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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10Sumibi Yakitori Yamadori Akasaka Ten

Akasaka Sta. 198m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Japanese sake bar

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  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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11Sushi Ebisu Korin

Ebisu Sta. 297m / Sushi, Japanese Cuisine, Japanese sake bar

5-minute walk from Ebisu / Enjoy the "sophistication" beyond tradition with "Edomae Sushi prepared by the chef" / Savor seasonal Japanese sake in a refined setting.

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
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  • Wednesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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12Shinjuku Gyoen Tempura Kushi Yamamoto Ya

Shinjuku Gyoemmae Sta. 168m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Tempura, Japanese sake bar

A specialty shop for tempura skewers, featuring a selection of natural wines, Japanese sake, and craft shochu.

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Vegetarian options
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13Shibuya no Nihonshu Dining sakeba

Shibuya Sta. 504m / Japanese sake bar, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood

♢5-minute walk from Shibuya Station♢ A hidden gem for adults to enjoy the pairing of exquisite Japanese sake and carefully crafted washoku.

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Menu with photos
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14Yonpachi Gyojo Nishi Shinjuku Ten

Seibu Shinjuku Sta. 214m / Seafood, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Japanese sake bar

A hidden gem just a 5-minute walk from Shinjuku Station's West Exit! Enjoy carefully selected fresh seafood paired with Japanese sake!

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  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
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15Kakuuchi Kappou Sansai

Nakano Sta. 163m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Japanese sake bar, Seafood

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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16TORASUZU

Asakusa Sta. 94m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Japanese sake bar

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  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
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17Sumibiyaki Shinkai

Akasaka Mitsuke Sta. 124m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Sushi, Japanese sake bar

A cozy izakaya connecting people, just a 3-minute walk from Akasaka Mitsuke Station.

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Children welcome
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18Iwao

Shinsen Sta. 397m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Dining bar, Japanese sake bar

【4-minute walk from Shibuya Station】 A stylish hidden izakaya renovated from a 70-year-old traditional house. Private rooms with sunken kotatsu seating for up to 20 guests require reservations! We offer a selection of seasonal Japanese sake from various regions. Enjoy a relaxing time in our spacious interior.

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  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

19Akanezaka Onuma

Akasaka Sta. 251m / Japanese Cuisine, Japanese sake bar

  • JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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20Nishikawa Kawaramachi Gojō

Kiyomizu Gojo Sta. 207m / Japanese Cuisine, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Japanese sake bar

Just 4 minutes from Shimizu Gojo Station! Enjoy the perfect pairing of Japanese sake and seasonal dishes in a traditional setting. Early birds and night owls are welcome!

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