Best Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers) in Japan

Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers) 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

397

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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2Yakitori Tsukada Shibuya

Shibuya Sta. 248m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Wine bar

A hidden gem for discerning adults. Rare yakitori made from directly sourced "Miyazaki Jitokko" chicken. An exquisite course to enjoy with wine.

3.39

281

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

3Sumibi Yakitori Ikoka Honten

Sakaisuji Hommachi Sta. 547m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Japanese Cuisine

New Store Open‼︎ If you're looking for delicious yakitori, this is the place to be! We specialize in Nagano's local chicken, which is rare in Kansai. With only 9 counter seats, we carefully grill each skewer while keeping an eye on our customers' pace!

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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4Kushiyaki Bistro Fukumimi Ginza koridō ten

Ginza Sta. 338m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

3.24

225

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Menu with photos
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

5Yakitori Hirano

Higashi Ginza Sta. 420m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

The moisture content of the chicken cannot be increased; just keep it still.

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
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  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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6Kokekokko

Kyoto Sta. 127m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Steak, Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

A masterpiece created by the quality of ingredients and the craftsmanship, slowly grilled over Binchotan charcoal.

3.49

737

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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7Kushiyaki Bistro Fukumimi Ginza 6

Higashi Ginza Sta. 166m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

3.05

33

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Menu with photos
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8Sumibi Yakitori to Hitokuchi Gyoza TORA Tori YA Namba sennichimae ten

Namba Sta. 143m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Dumpling

3.45

332

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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9bird's nest

Namba Sta. 220m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

[Just a short walk from Namba Grand Kagetsu] Authentic Yakitori Omakase Course for JPY 8,250 (tax included) ◇ A la carte available after 8 PM

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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10Yakitori Ruike

Shinjuku Nishiguchi Sta. 273m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Japanese sake bar

We have seats available starting from 5 PM on the day. Please contact us by phone for inquiries.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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11Manten

Sanjo Sta. 179m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Japanese Cuisine, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

In front of Pontocho Kaburenjo. Enjoy hot vegetable-wrapped skewers and exquisite charcoal-grilled skewers in a traditional townhouse, along with special Japanese sake.

3.33

159

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

12Ginza Torishin

Uchisaiwaicho Sta. 401m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Kushiyaki

Enjoy authentic yakitori grilled over Tosa Binchotan charcoal in a refined setting in Ginza.

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • 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

13Wabiya Koreki Do Gion hanamikoji honten

Gion Shijo Sta. 314m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Oyako-don (Chicken and egg bowl)

Gion Hanamikoji, a vibrant area in Kyoto. Indulge in flavorful local chicken paired with carefully selected fine sake.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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14Yakitori Kurogane

Shinjuku Nishiguchi Sta. 109m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

A top-rated restaurant selected as one of Tabelog's 100 Best has moved from Kyobashi to Shinjuku. Enjoy a weekend-only lunch course!

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

15Torie Ueno hirokoji ten

Ueno Hirokoji Sta. 68m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Enjoy yakitori with a chef's special course. Savor carefully selected yakitori and seasonal flavors paired with wine.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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16Sumibi Yakitori to Hitokuchi Gyoza TORA Tori YA Shijo kawaramachi ten

Kyoto Kawaramachi Sta. 195m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Dumpling

3.38

172

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Children welcome
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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

17Tori Yamamoto

Kanayama Cho Sta. 91m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
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  • Thursday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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18Tori To Maguro Kame

Takayama Sta. 574m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Seafood

Relax with a drink in hand. Enjoy fresh tuna and local chicken at this creative izakaya with private rooms available!

3.16

18

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Digital menu available
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

19Yakitori Matsuri

Kitashinchi Sta. 185m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • Sunday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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20Kushiyaki Bistro Fukumimi Shinjuku ten

Shinjuku Sanchome Sta. 174m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

3.26

294

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

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