Best Creative, Innovative in Japan

Creative, Innovative in Japan

1HAUTE COUTURE CAFE OMOTESANDO

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

3.41

627

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • 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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3Nijo 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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4Tokyo Yakiniku Inoue Ginza ten

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

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

  • 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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5Kushiyaki Manten - Shijo Karasuma

Karasuma Sta. 101m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative, Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

Enjoy skewers and a drink in an open-air space!

3.39

370

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • 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

6Bia

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

  • JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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7Hamayaki Hokkaido Uoman Furano ten

Furano Sta. 299m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Creative

3.05

28

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Selected for Tabelog Innovative/Creative Cuisine "Tabelog 100" 2025

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

8Metis Roppongi

Roppongi Itchome Sta. 433m / 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.

  • 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
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9Ginza Kiwagiwa

Ginza Sta. 373m / 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.

3.44

485

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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10Sennen no Utage Takayama ekimae ten

Takayama Sta. 101m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Creative

Cozy private rooms are our pride. Perfect for a relaxed drink or a lively party—suitable for various occasions!

3.01

17

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Menu with photos
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11kaikaya by the sea

Shinsen Sta. 80m / Seafood, Creative, Japanese Cuisine

3.40

295

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Gluten-Free options
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12barrier

Hokutetsu Kanazawa Sta. 1494m / Japanese Cuisine, Creative, Seafood

3.19

39

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
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The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog French WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog French WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

13Installation Table ENSO L'asymetrie du calme

Nomachi Sta. 855m / French, Innovative

Installation Table

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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14YANAGI TePPaN UNBORN GASTRONOMY

Shiseikan Shogakko Mae Sta. 132m / Steak, Teppanyaki, Innovative

Teppan-yaki, Beyond the Grill - Communicating Hokkaido's Terroir through Fire. A New Era of Teppan-yaki.

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • Wednesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
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15J Roppongi

Roppongi Sta. 564m / Innovative, Steak, Japanese Cuisine

Experience the unique flavor of Wagyu, exclusively here, with our 100-day aged Arita Beef T-bone Steak, grilled over charcoal.

3.17

68

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • -
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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16onde

Tsubogawa Sta. 116m / French, Innovative

Enjoy comforting and warm dishes made by a female chef from Okinawa, paired with wine!

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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17Warayaki Robata Seafood

Hakata Sta. 320m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Creative

[SNS Buzz] 100% Cost Price! Ocean Treasure Box for JPY 550! Fresh seafood delivered directly from local fishermen, featuring our specialty: Wara-yaki.

3.46

503

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Vegetarian options
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Selected for Tabelog French TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog French TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

18Jfree

Iidabashi Sta. 304m / French, Innovative

A fusion of traditional Japanese cuisine and French culinary techniques crafted by the chef from a Michelin & Gault & Millau 2026 listed restaurant.

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • -
  • Monday, Sunday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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19Waryu Ryori Sarii

Miebashi Sta. 312m / Okinawa cuisine, Creative

A restaurant featuring innovative dishes that highlight the ocean and mountain treasures of Okinawa, enjoy the "New Flavors of Okinawa"!

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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20Tempura Senmon Ichiban

Kanazawa Sta. 302m / 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!

3.35

68

  • 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
Online reservationCheck availability

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