Best Creative, Innovative in Japan(page 2)

Creative, Innovative in Japan(page 2)

21Ginza 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

597

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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22Rooots Nakanoshima

Nakanoshima Sta. 290m / Innovative, French, Italian

Supervised by the renowned restaurant NAKADO in Hiroshima. Enjoy innovative and boundary-less dishes in a sophisticated setting.

  • JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Vegetarian options
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23Yasaka

Gion Shijo Sta. 953m / Teppanyaki, French, Innovative

3.23

47

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Vegetarian options
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24Shibuya 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
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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Selected for Tabelog Grill TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2026

Selected for Tabelog Grill TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2026

25Yakiniku 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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The Tabelog Award 2026 Silver winner

The Tabelog Award 2026 Silver winner

Selected for Tabelog French EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog French EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

26AKI NAGAO

Susukino Sta. 108m / French, Innovative

Experience free and delicate French cuisine in the heart of Sapporo.

  • JPY 50,000 - JPY 59,999
  • JPY 50,000 - JPY 59,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
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27Matsumoto 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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Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

28Yakitori 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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29Cha no Oto

Naka Meguro Sta. 413m / Japanese Cuisine, Beef dishes, Creative

Cha no Ne | Wagyu x Matcha Omakase in Nakameguro

3.08

15

  • JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Menu with photos
  • Gluten-Free options
  • Halal options
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30Kobe Gyu Rogama Yaki Steak Setsugetsu Fuka Kitanosaka

Sannomiya Sta. 186m / Steak, Creative

One of the few places in the country that grills Kobe beef in a traditional clay oven.

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • 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

31Hicho 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
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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32omotesandou ixen

Meiji Jingumae Sta. 305m / French, Innovative

Casual Korean-French Dining

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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33barrier

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

Experience the art of making your own matcha and savoring carefully crafted dashi at this interactive Japanese restaurant, perfect for girls' nights out, business meetings, or Kanazawa sightseeing.

3.31

43

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
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34Ningen Restaurant NNGN

Seibu Shinjuku Sta. 307m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative, Kissa (Japanese coffee shop)

3.20

42

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Monday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Vegetarian options
Online reservationCheck availability

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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

35cenci

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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36kaikaya 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 Innovative/Creative Cuisine "Tabelog 100" 2025

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

37Denkushifurori

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 Innovative/Creative Cuisine "Tabelog 100" 2025

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

38LOOP TOKYO

Asakusa Sta. 173m / Creative
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • -
  • -
  • 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

39shiro

Karasuma Oike Sta. 236m / Innovative, Italian

  • 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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40Soshoku Dining Anri

Nishigawa Ryokudo Koen Sta. 95m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative

3.45

73

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Monday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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