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Best Donburi (Rice bowl) in Japan

Donburi (Rice bowl) in Japan

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1IDATEN

Namba Sta. 98m / Donburi (Rice bowl)

3.25

49

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • Monday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome

2Gokoku Houjou no Ochaya Gohan Itsuki Chaya Arashiyama honten

Arashiyama Sta. 251m / Japanese Cuisine, Donburi (Rice bowl), Cafe featuring Japanese sweets

3.45

277

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Selected for Tabelog Ramen TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Ramen TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

3Men Mitsui

Tawaramachi Sta. 60m / Ramen, Donburi (Rice bowl)

3.84

Very good

1453

  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Monday, SundayDue to the nature of the site, the accuracy of restaurant information cannot be guaranteed.
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
The Tabelog Award 2026 Gold winner

The Tabelog Award 2026 Gold winner

Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2024

Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2024

4Shun

Unagi (Eel), Donburi (Rice bowl)

A modern interior that doesn't feel like a traditional eel restaurant! With counter seating available, you can enjoy authentic eel flavors whether you're dining solo or with family.

4.57

Excellent

397

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • Monday, Tuesday
  • Non smoking

5MARE

Gion Shijo Sta. 385m / Donburi (Rice bowl)

3.35

107

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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6Yaki Uo Ishikawa Ginza rinkarou

Higashi Ginza Sta. 171m / Seafood, Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Donburi (Rice bowl)

Ginza Rinkarou, where President Ishikawa grills, offers a unique "theater-style grilled meat" experience with all counter seating.

3.30

76

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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7Teppanyaki Hachinana

Shintomicho Sta. 316m / Teppanyaki, Donburi (Rice bowl)

3.12

17

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Saturday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Vegetarian options
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8Gion Duck Rice

Gion Shijo Sta. 433m / Donburi (Rice bowl)

3.11

30

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -Due to the nature of the site, the accuracy of restaurant information cannot be guaranteed.
  • Credit card accepted

9Arashiyama Kijuro

Arashiyama Sta. 180m / Japanese Cuisine, Donburi (Rice bowl), Steak

3.39

171

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available

10Karashibi Miso Ramen Kikanbo Kanda honten

Kanda Sta. 204m / Ramen, Donburi (Rice bowl)

3.72

Very good

2688

  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking

11Roast Beef Ohno Akihabara ten

Akihabara Sta. 284m / Donburi (Rice bowl), Yoshoku (Japanese style western cuisine), Cafeteria

3.49

864

  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome

12Unagi Sumiyaki Hitsumabushi Minokin Kanda honten

Suehirocho Sta. 78m / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine, Donburi (Rice bowl)

Unagi Hyakusen A traditional charcoal-grilled eel specialty shop that brings a touch of elegance to your everyday dining, perfect for both special occasions and casual meals!

3.47

613

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Digital menu available
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13Kyogoku Kaneyo

Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae Sta. 383m / Unagi (Eel), Donburi (Rice bowl), Dojo (Loach)

A beloved eel specialty restaurant in Kyogoku, cherished by a wide range of customers for over a century since the late Meiji era.

3.49

1409

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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14Samurai Restaurant Omakase Kyoto

Gojo Sta. 496m / Sushi, Donburi (Rice bowl)

[5-minute walk from Gojo Station] Experience the charm of Japan in a traditional setting. Enjoy expertly crafted dishes featuring selected ingredients, including eel, fresh seafood, and wagyu beef.

-

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
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15Ginza Soba Udon Shiraishi Ginza ten

Shimbashi Sta. 382m / Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Udon (Wheat noodles), Donburi (Rice bowl)

Just a 5-minute walk from Shimbashi Station, enjoy Shiraisi's soba and udon that you'll never get tired of, right in Ginza!

3.38

105

  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
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Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

16Oryori Tomiyama

Kamakura Sta. 196m / Japanese Cuisine, Donburi (Rice bowl), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

3.75

Very good

621

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • Tuesday, Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking

17Wagyu Volcano OAGARI Gion ten

Gion Shijo Sta. 472m / Donburi (Rice bowl)

3.50

Very good

143

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Gluten-Free options

18wagyu udokoro harapeko tei Shinjuku honten

Shinjuku Nishiguchi Sta. 152m / Donburi (Rice bowl), Beef dishes

3.41

200

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

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19Maguro Shirakawa

Umejima Sta. 241m / Sushi, Donburi (Rice bowl)

3.61

Very good

220

  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • - JPY 999
  • -
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome

20Maguro to Gohan Kuroda Han

Nishitetsu Fukuoka Sta. 486m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Donburi (Rice bowl)

Enjoy authentic Tsushima Bluefin Tuna, expertly prepared by a serious tuna wholesaler! Experience Japanese hospitality in a space that embodies traditional Japanese aesthetics.

3.30

52

  • -
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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