Best Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Kushiyaki, Chicken dishes in Japan

Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Kushiyaki, Chicken dishes in Japan

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. Enjoy the signature vegetable-wrapped skewers and the aroma of charcoal at this adult izakaya.

3.45

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  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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2Sumiro Man

Karasuma Sta. 306m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Robatayaki, Kushiyaki

Enjoy a variety of charcoal-grilled dishes in a traditional Kyoto townhouse near Karasuma and Nishiki Market.

3.43

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  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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3Yakitori Tsukada Shibuya

Shibuya Sta. 248m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Wine bar

A hidden gem for discerning adults. Rare yakitori made from directly sourced "Miyazaki Jitokko" chicken. An exquisite course to enjoy with wine.

3.39

281

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

4Sumibi Yakitori Ikoka Honten

Sakaisuji Hommachi Sta. 547m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Japanese Cuisine

New Store Open‼︎ If you're looking for delicious yakitori, this is the place to be! We specialize in Nagano's local chicken, which is rare in Kansai. With only 9 counter seats, we carefully grill each skewer while keeping an eye on our customers' pace!

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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5Kushiyaki Bistro Fukumimi Ginza koridō ten

Ginza Sta. 338m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

3.24

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  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Menu with photos
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6Kokekokko

Kyoto Sta. 127m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Steak, Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

A masterpiece created by the quality of ingredients and the craftsmanship, slowly grilled over Binchotan charcoal.

3.49

737

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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7Kushiyaki Bistro Fukumimi Ginza 6

Higashi Ginza Sta. 166m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

3.05

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  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Menu with photos
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

8Yakitori Hirano

Higashi Ginza Sta. 420m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

The moisture content of the chicken cannot be increased; just keep it still.

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
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  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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9bird's nest

Namba Sta. 220m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

[Just a short walk from Namba Grand Kagetsu] Authentic Yakitori Omakase Course for JPY 8,250 (tax included) ◇ A la carte available after 8 PM

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Non smoking
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10Manten

Sanjo Sta. 179m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Japanese Cuisine, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

In front of Pontocho Kaburenjo. Enjoy hot vegetable-wrapped skewers and exquisite charcoal-grilled skewers in a traditional townhouse, along with special Japanese sake.

3.33

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  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome

11Sumibi Yakitori to Hitokuchi Gyoza TORA Tori YA Namba sennichimae ten

Namba Sta. 143m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Dumpling

3.45

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  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

12Torie Ueno hirokoji ten

Ueno Hirokoji Sta. 68m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Enjoy yakitori with a chef's special course. Savor carefully selected yakitori and seasonal flavors paired with wine.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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13Yakitori Ruike

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

We have seats available starting from 5 PM on the day. Please contact us by phone for inquiries.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

14Wabiya Koreki Do Gion hanamikoji honten

Gion Shijo Sta. 314m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Oyako-don (Chicken and egg bowl)

Gion Hanamikoji, a vibrant area in Kyoto. Indulge in flavorful local chicken paired with carefully selected fine sake.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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15Yakitori Kurogane

Shinjuku Nishiguchi Sta. 109m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

A top-rated restaurant selected as one of Tabelog's 100 Best has moved from Kyobashi to Shinjuku. Enjoy a weekend-only lunch course!

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • Non smoking
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16Yakiniku Makiryori Karasuma Rock Kyoto ten

Gojo Sta. 207m / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Chicken dishes

Just a 2-minute walk from Gojo Station! We prepare carefully selected ingredients using gentle direct fire and the aroma of wood smoke.

3.09

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  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • 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
  • Vegetarian options
  • Gluten-Free options
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17Sumibi Yakitori to Hitokuchi Gyoza TORA Tori YA Shijo kawaramachi ten

Kyoto Kawaramachi Sta. 195m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Dumpling

3.38

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  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Children welcome
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18Ginza Torishin

Uchisaiwaicho Sta. 401m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Kushiyaki

Enjoy authentic yakitori grilled over Tosa Binchotan charcoal in a refined setting in Ginza.

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • Non smoking
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19Sumibi Yakitori Ikoka Kitahama

Kitahama Sta. 152m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Chicken dishes

A new branch of Torishou, awarded the Michelin Bib Gourmand, opens on June 9, 2026!

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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20Izumo Ikebukuro

Ikebukuro Sta. 107m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Unagi (Eel), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

Now accepting reservations for Year-End Parties! All-you-can-drink courses available ◇ Private reservations possible! Smoking allowed! Enjoy with grilled eel skewers!

3.46

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  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Menu with photos
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