Best Creative, Innovative

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

400

JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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-

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

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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!

3.60

Very good

434

JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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-

Credit card accepted
Non smoking

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3Tensen

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

3.65

Very good

162

JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
Wednesday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available

Online reservationCheck availability

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4Nijo Kizuki

Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae Sta. 486m / Sushi, Creative, Japanese Cuisine

3.52

Very good

133

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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5Tokyo 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.

3.55

Very good

1303

JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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Credit card accepted
Designated smoking area
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

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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.

3.62

Very good

222

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

Online reservationCheck availability

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7J 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.

3.58

Very good

122

JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
Monday, Sunday

Multilingual staff
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

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8ITOH 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.

3.57

Very good

266

JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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Multilingual menu
Multilingual staff
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

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9Matsumoto Kakiire Doki

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

3.54

Very good

76

JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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Sunday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available

Online reservationCheck availability

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10Tempura 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
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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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11Sumibiyaki 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.

3.52

Very good

397

JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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Sunday

Multilingual menu
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

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12cocon

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

3.52

Very good

80

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

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome

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13Sakigake Honten

Mt Fuji Sta. 223m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative, Regional Cuisine

3.39

93

JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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Sunday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome
Vegetarian options

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14kaikaya 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

Online reservationCheck availability

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The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog Italian WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

15shiro

Karasuma Oike Sta. 236m / Innovative, Italian

4.30

Excellent

180

JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
Monday, Tuesday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome

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16CENSU TOKYO

Kokuritsu Kyogijo Sta. 652m / Creative

3.65

Very good

178

JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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Sunday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

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17Sushi 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.

3.54

Very good

58

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

Online reservationCheck availability

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

18Metis Roppongi

Roppongi Itchome Sta. 429m / 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.

3.99

Very good

267