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

399

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • -
  • 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

689

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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4Nijo Kizuki

Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae Sta. 486m / Sushi, Creative, Japanese Cuisine
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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5Tensen

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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6Sushi Tiger OSAKA

Kitashinchi Sta. 205m / Sushi, Creative, Japanese Cuisine

[First in Japan] Originating from Vietnam | Modern sushi incorporating global techniques × Authentic Edomae sushi. Courses from JPY 4500.

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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7Tokyo 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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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

78

  • 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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9J 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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10Sumibiyaki Torisei

Nagahoribashi Sta. 173m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Kushiyaki, Creative

A hidden gem near Shinsaibashi Station, enjoy exquisite seasonal Japanese cuisine and charcoal-grilled yakitori in a delightful course.

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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11Sushi 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
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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12cocon

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 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

13Bia

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

  • JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999
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  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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14Matsumoto Kakiire Doki

Matsumoto Sta. 245m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Oyster, Creative

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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15ITOH 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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16CENSU TOKYO

Kokuritsu Kyogijo Sta. 652m / Creative

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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17Shibuya Sanshin

Shibuya Sta. 470m / Japanese Cuisine, Creative, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Creative Japanese Cuisine to Enjoy Seasonal Flavors A hidden gem for adults in Sakuragaoka, away from the hustle and bustle of Shibuya. Proudly serving courses made with carefully selected ingredients.

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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18Sushi Matsumoto Honten

Ginza Sta. 383m / Sushi, Creative, Dining bar

The Michelin-starred gem, Sushi Matsumoto, has relocated to Ginza. Experience traditional techniques passed down through generations in the heart of Ginza.

3.09

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  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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Selected for Tabelog toriryori "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog toriryori "Tabelog 100" 2025

19Hicho Kurata

Kanda Sta. 182m / Chicken dishes, Innovative, Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

Indulge in our carefully selected local chicken from our own poultry farm with a course meal! And guess what? All you can drink is now available too!

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
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  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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20Teppanyaki 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
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

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