Best Creative, Innovative in Japan

Creative, Innovative in Japan

1Bistro Restaurant nou Nakameguro

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

[French Bistro & Natural Wine] Nou HaNaRe (Annex) is now open from March 1!

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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2Kushiyaki 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. A social spot for adults, surrounded by the aroma of grilled skewers and featuring the signature vegetable-wrapped skewers.

3.38

358

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

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

3.41

600

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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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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Selected for Tabelog yakiniku EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

5Hokkaido Yakiniku Kita Ushi

Susukino Sta. 208m / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Innovative, Jingisukan (Grilled lamb)

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
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6Kobe Gyu Rogama Yaki Steak Setsugetsu Fuka Kitanosaka

Sannomiya Sta. 186m / Steak, Creative

Experience Kobe beef in hearty cuts. Enjoy our special "Robatayaki Steak" grilled over Kishu Binchotan charcoal.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

7Yakitori 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
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  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
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8Teppanyaki Shiroya Ginza Tei

Higashi Ginza Sta. 200m / 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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9kaikaya by the sea

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

3.41

294

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Wednesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Gluten-Free options
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10Nijo 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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Selected for Tabelog Innovative/Creative Cuisine "Tabelog 100" 2025

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

11Metis 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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12Kissa Alterna

Yotsubashi Sta. 273m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Creative

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Wednesday
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Children welcome
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13Teppan Izakaya Futaba

Kyoto Kawaramachi Sta. 183m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Okonomiyaki (Japanese savory pancake), Creative

3.11

40

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Monday, Day after public hol...
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
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14miyako

Gion Shijo Sta. 224m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Steak, Creative

Always ranked high in Kyoto access! Just a 2-minute walk from Gion Shijo Station, enjoy rare ingredients in a comfortable space!

3.36

375

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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Selected for Tabelog yakiniku TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

15Yakiniku Oboshimeshi

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

Full-Service Yakiniku Restaurant

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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16OndoriO

Kiyomizu Gojo Sta. 399m / Italian, French, Innovative

Higashiyama, Kyoto | A Course Completed with Cuisine and Cocktails

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • Monday, Tuesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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17cocon

Naka Meguro Sta. 91m / French, European, Innovative

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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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

18NH

Kitashinchi Sta. 73m / French, Innovative

A culinary space of French innovative cuisine, wrapped in the seasons.

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog Italian WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Italian WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

19cenci

Jingu Marutamachi Sta. 734m / Italian, Innovative

A New Wave of Kyoto Italian: Committed to Safe Ingredients, Tableware, Interior Design, and Hospitality

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • Monday, Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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Selected for Tabelog Dumplings "Tabelog 100" 2024

Selected for Tabelog Dumplings "Tabelog 100" 2024

20Kitashinchi Fuka

Oebashi Sta. 270m / Dumpling, Innovative
  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
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  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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