Best Creative in Japan(page 4)

Creative in Japan(page 4)

The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

61Nikawa

Iseshi Sta. 511m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Creative

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
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  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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62SAKE NERD

JR Namba Sta. 215m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative, Japanese sake bar

Enjoy creative dishes made with seasonal ingredients in a hidden gem just a 5-minute walk from Namba Station, perfect for sharing with good friends!

3.45

304

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Digital menu available
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63Sui sui

Oebashi Sta. 301m / French, Creative

【5-minute walk from Kitashinchi Station】Enjoy a variety of international dishes crafted by a chef who has traveled the world in a sophisticated and refined adult space.

3.44

14

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • -
  • Saturday, Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
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64Mekiki no Ginji Higobashi ekimae ten

Higobashi Sta. 47m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Creative

3.03

30

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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65Gion Ranburu

Gion Shijo Sta. 312m / Japanese Cuisine, Creative

A calm town house-style restaurant utilizing a corner of an active tea shop. Enjoy seasonal Kyoto flavors while gazing at the tsubo-niwa (small garden).

3.24

78

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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66Hitotsubu Hitotsubu

Shin Fukushima Sta. 184m / Japanese Cuisine, Creative

Just 3 minutes from Shin-Fukushima Station, enjoy a unique culinary experience that changes from morning to night. Indulge in a luxurious moment at our traditional farmhouse counter seats.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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67Cuisine SHINGO Nihonbashi

Mitsukoshimae Sta. 153m / Japanese Cuisine, Creative, Seafood

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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68naminami

Daikan yama Sta. 414m / Japanese Cuisine, Creative, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

3.41

87

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • -
  • Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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69Sennen no Utage Takayama ekimae ten

Takayama Sta. 101m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Creative

Cozy private rooms are our pride. Perfect for a relaxed drink or a lively party—suitable for various occasions!

3.01

17

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Menu with photos
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70PODUNK

Yoyogi Koen Sta. 122m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Creative

<Obanzai and Craft Beer> Enjoy the first hour of your visit with our Happy Hour for just JPY 390!

3.16

23

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Wednesday, Thursday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Children welcome
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71Sosaku Washoku Restaurant Wazen Yokohama bei tawaa

Bashamichi Sta. 258m / Japanese Cuisine, Creative, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Just a 3-minute walk from Bashamichi Station, enjoy creative Japanese cuisine made with seasonal ingredients. We offer a variety of courses, including plans with all-you-can-drink options.

3.08

11

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Menu with photos
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Selected for Tabelog Italian WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Italian WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

72Ludens

Marutamachi Sta. 300m / Italian, Innovative, Creative

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Vegetarian options
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73Sta. Kanda

Awajicho Sta. 329m / Dining bar, Creative, Cafe

Enjoy home-cooked meals with a twist in a transformed space under a brick archway.

  • 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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74Hamayaki Hokkaido Uoman Kamakura higashiguchi ekimae ten

Kamakura Sta. 110m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Creative

3.09

23

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • - JPY 999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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Selected for Tabelog Chinese WEST "Tabelog 100" 2026

Selected for Tabelog Chinese WEST "Tabelog 100" 2026

75Shaoxiao

Shichijo Sta. 381m / Chinese, Creative

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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76Makiyaki Ginza Onodera

Higashi Ginza Sta. 110m / French, Steak, Creative

A Michelin Guide Tokyo 2026 One-Star Restaurant ★ Experience wood-fired dishes inspired by French cuisine with all your senses.

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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77nishiyama takushi

Fushimi Sta. 136m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Stand-up bar, Creative

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
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78YAOYA Ba

Shinsen Sta. 220m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative

We have available seating on May 5th (Tuesday)! We look forward to your reservation!

3.40

130

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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79shirato

Roppongi Sta. 167m / Innovative, French, Creative

A 15-dish small plate course! Enjoy exquisite ingredients in small portions...

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • Monday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Vegetarian options
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The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

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

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

80Takanobashi Kiyotan

Takanobashi Sta. 233m / Creative, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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