Best Creative, Innovative

1Kushiyaki Manten - Shijo Karasuma

Karasuma Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative, Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

A wide variety of skewers, starting with our signature vegetable-wrapped skewers. Enjoy the impressive scale of our four-story building with a total of 109 seats!

3.42

345

JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
-
-

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

2Tokyo Yakiniku Inoue Ginza Ten

Ginza Itchome Sta. / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Tripe, Innovative

Experience a one-of-a-kind special moment at Yakiniku Inoue, the pinnacle of quality.

3.54

Very good

1054

JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
-

Credit card accepted
Designated smoking area
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

3HAUTE COUTURE CAFE OMOTESANDO

Omote Sando Sta. / Cafe, Cake, Creative

3.49

578

JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
-

Multilingual menu
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

The Tabelog Award 2026 Silver winner

Selected for Tabelog Innovative/Creative Cuisine "Tabelog 100" 2025

4Bia

Nogizaka Sta. / Innovative, Japanese Cuisine, Thai

4.41

Excellent

459

JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
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-

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

5Kissa Alterna

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

3.51

Very good

223

JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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-

Multilingual staff
Credit card accepted
Designated smoking area
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

6Ginza Kiwagiwa

Ginza Sta. / 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.

3.45

309

JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
-

Credit card accepted
Non smoking

Online reservationCheck availability

7Uotami Echigoyuzawahigashiguchiekimaeten

Echigo Yuzawa Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Creative

A Relaxing Atmosphere with a Touch of Japanese Elegance

3.01

14

JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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-

Credit card accepted
Designated smoking area
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog Innovative/Creative Cuisine "Tabelog 100" 2025

8Metis Roppongi

Roppongi Itchome Sta. / Innovative, French, Steak

Featured in the Michelin Guide Tokyo 2026, this counter-style French restaurant has earned a one-star rating for three consecutive years, specializing in wood-fired dishes.

4.12

Excellent

183

JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
Sunday, Public Holiday

Multilingual menu
Multilingual staff
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available

Online reservationCheck availability

9kaikaya by the sea

Shinsen Sta. / Seafood, Creative, Japanese Cuisine

3.43

290

JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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Wednesday

Multilingual menu
Multilingual staff
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome
Gluten-Free options

Online reservationCheck availability

10A Kyoto

Gion Shijo Sta. / Teppanyaki, Creative

A Hidden Gem for Adults Overlooking Kamogawa River ◆ Enjoy Seasonal Kansai Ingredients with Japanese Cuisine and Teppanyaki, Paired with Domestic Sake

8

JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
Tuesday

Multilingual menu
Multilingual staff
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

11cocon

Naka Meguro Sta. / French, European, Innovative

3.57

Very good

76

JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
Wednesday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

12+1081

Tanukikoji Sta. / Tempura, Japanese Cuisine, Innovative

Experience a new sensation of tempura and seasonal dishes crafted from fresh Hokkaido ingredients and expert techniques. Enjoy a blissful moment in a refined setting.

3.15

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