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1Ginza Kiwagiwa

Ginza Sta. / 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.

3.46

324

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

2Kushiyaki Manten - Shijo Karasuma

Karasuma Sta. / 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.

3.42

345

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

3barrier

Hokutetsu Kanazawa Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Creative, Seafood

3.22

36

  • 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
Online reservationCheck availability

4HAUTE COUTURE CAFE OMOTESANDO

Omote Sando Sta. / Cafe, Cake, Creative

3.49

581

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

5A Kyoto

Gion Shijo Sta. / Teppanyaki, Creative

A Hidden Gem for Adults Overlooking Kamogawa River ◆ Enjoy Seasonal Kansai Ingredients with Japanese Cuisine and Teppanyaki, Paired with Domestic Sake

3.03

10

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • Tuesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

6Shaoxiao

Shichijo Sta. / Chinese, Creative

3.60

Very good

223

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

7CENSU TOKYO

Kokuritsu Kyogijo Sta. / Creative

3.58

Very good

137

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

8kaikaya by the sea

Shinsen Sta. / Seafood, Creative, Japanese Cuisine

3.43

291

  • 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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9Sumiyaki Isakaba IGOR COSY Shibuya Honten

Shinsen Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative, Meat dishes

A Cozy Tavern: Enjoy a new way to savor seasonal ingredients with charcoal-grilled dishes, clay pot rice, and shochu! Perfect for welcome and farewell parties.

3.47

395

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

10Niku Gatou Roppongi Hiruzu Ten

Roppongi Sta. / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Creative, Tripe

For customers who wish to use the members-only "Secret Room" at Nikugato Roppongi Hills, please check the details below.

3.66

Very good

511

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • Monday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

11Teppanyaki Shiroya Ginza Tei

Higashi Ginza Sta. / 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.

3.53

Very good

303

  • 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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12unaginonedoko Shinsaibashi Honten

Nippombashi Sta. / Unagi (Eel), Seafood, Creative

Kansai's First Grilled Eel Skewers! Delicious domestic eel ★ Not just the classic unaju, but a variety of creative eel dishes are our pride ☆ We also offer seafood skewers and sashimi ♪ Indulge in our luxurious eel course with three options starting from JPY 5000 ☆ Add all-you-can-drink for an extra JPY 1500.

3.55

Very good

365

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

13Yakitori YAMATO

Kitashinchi Sta. / 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.

3.70

Very good

550

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • -
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
Online reservationCheck availability

14ITOH DINING by NOBU

Gora Sta. / Teppanyaki, Steak, Creative

Savor seasonal dishes amidst the nature of Hakone and Gora ◇ Enjoy teppanyaki in a hidden gem atmosphere.

3.56

Very good

228

  • 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
Online reservationCheck availability

15Hamayaki Hokkaido Uoman Furano Ten

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

3.03

24

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

16Kissa Alterna

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

3.51

Very good

227

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

17Nijo Kizuki

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

3.51

Very good

124

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

18Kobe Gyu Rogama Yaki Steak Setsugetsu Fuka Kitanosaka

Sannomiya Sta. / Steak, Creative

Charcoal Grill x Oven-Baked. Enjoy the rich flavors of "Kobe Beef in Chunky Cuts".

3.54

Very good

261

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

19Zenseki Private rooms Jibun Doki Shinjuku Higashiguchi Ekimae Ten

Shinjuku Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Tempura, Creative

3.21

222

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

20Harebare

Shichijo Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Creative

3.15

30

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Tuesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Vegetarian options
Online reservationCheck availability