Best Creative, Innovative in Japan

Creative, Innovative 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

397

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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2Bistro Restaurant nou Nakameguro

Naka Meguro Sta. 581m / Bistro, Japanese Cuisine, Creative

A hidden bistro to enjoy seasonal ingredients and natural wine!

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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3HAUTE COUTURE CAFE OMOTESANDO

Omote Sando Sta. 262m / Cafe, Cake, Creative

3.44

681

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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4Sushi Kinari / Kanazawa

Hokutetsu Kanazawa Sta. 977m / Sushi, Japanese Cuisine, Creative

Celebrating Our 2nd Anniversary!! Enjoy free-spirited Japanese cuisine and aged sushi at our sushi kaiseki restaurant.

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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5Nijo Kizuki

Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae Sta. 486m / Sushi, Creative, Japanese Cuisine
  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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6J Roppongi

Roppongi Sta. 562m / Innovative, Steak, Japanese Cuisine

Only 10 seats available. Experience the unique taste of Wagyu with all your senses, right here in the world.

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • Monday, Sunday
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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7Tensen

Hiroden Miyajima Guchi Sta. 2062m / Sushi, Seafood, Creative

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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8Tempura Senmon Ichiban

Kanazawa Sta. 300m / Tempura, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative

Just 3 minutes from Kanazawa Station! Enjoy Kaga vegetables tempura and local sake at this tempura specialty restaurant, with a wide variety of izakaya menu options!

3.45

77

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
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9Ginza Kiwagiwa

Ginza Sta. 365m / 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

593

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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Selected for Tabelog Grill TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2026

Selected for Tabelog Grill TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2026

10Yakiniku Oboshimeshi

Akasaka Mitsuke Sta. 134m / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Innovative, Korean

Enjoy the rare "Musuitan" and "Musuiharam" from Kabasawa Shoten, grilled to perfection!

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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11ITOH DINING by NOBU

Gora Sta. 328m / Teppanyaki, Steak, Creative

Savor seasonal dishes amidst the nature of Hakone and Gora ◇ Enjoy teppanyaki in a hidden gem atmosphere.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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12kaikaya by the sea

Shinsen Sta. 76m / Seafood, Creative, Japanese Cuisine

[2-minute walk from Shinsen Station on the Inokashira Line] Established in 1985, "A restaurant that feels just like being by the sea"

3.40

305

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Wednesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Gluten-Free options
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

13Yakitori YAMATO

Kitashinchi Sta. 209m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Creative

[4-minute walk from Kitashinchi] Enjoy chicken dishes that bring out the maximum flavor of the ingredients. Counter seating and private rooms available.

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • -
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
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14Sumigushi Manten - Kyōto Station

Kyoto Sta. 437m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative, Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

Enjoy a colorful dinner in front of Kyoto Station. Savor healthy charcoal-grilled vegetable skewers in a traditional machiya-style space, paired with special Japanese sake.

3.36

170

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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15Tokyo Yakiniku Inoue Ginza ten

Ginza Itchome Sta. 57m / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Tripe, Innovative

The pinnacle of Yakiniku Inoue. Experience a new sensation with a course crafted by chefs with 20 years of Yakiniku history.

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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The Tabelog Award 2026 Silver winner

The Tabelog Award 2026 Silver winner

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

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

16Bia

Nogizaka Sta. 205m / Innovative, Japanese Cuisine, Thai

  • JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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Selected for Tabelog Innovative/Creative Cuisine "Tabelog 100" 2025

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

17Denkushifurori

Omote Sando Sta. 352m / Creative
  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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Selected for Tabelog French TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog French TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

18L'ARGENT

Toranomon Sta. 291m / French, Innovative

Awarded Michelin for five consecutive years. Enjoy modern French cuisine that blends the essence of Paris and Northern Europe with seasonal Japanese flavors.

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • Thursday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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19Teppanyaki Shiroya Ginza Tei

Higashi Ginza Sta. 199m / Teppanyaki, Creative, Steak

A hidden gem in a back alley of Ginza, savor the flavors of aged Kita Satsuma beef and Ise lobster with all your senses at this teppanyaki restaurant.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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20Tsuruya

Higashi Umeda Sta. 245m / Okonomiyaki (Japanese savory pancake), Creative, Stir-fried noodles

Experience the flavors of Osaka, just a 5-minute walk from JR Osaka Station!

3.43

211

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Monday, Tuesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

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