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. A social spot for adults, surrounded by the aroma of grilled skewers and featuring the signature vegetable-wrapped skewers.

3.38

358

  • 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 those who know the real deal. Rare yakitori made from directly sourced "Miyazaki Jitokko" chicken. Enjoy an exquisite course paired with wine.

3.41

255

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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3Ginza Torishin

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

Enjoy exquisite yakitori grilled over Tosa Binchotan charcoal in a refined setting, with counter and private room options available. Counter seating starts at 4 PM.

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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4SUSHI OSAKA Organic

Fukushima Sta. 390m / Sushi, Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Only à la carte. Enjoy high-end dishes like Edomae sushi, charcoal-grilled chicken, and chicken sashimi at izakaya prices.

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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  • Wednesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

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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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Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

6Sumibi Yakitori Ikoka

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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7Kiyamachi Dojo Kyoto kawaramachi honten

Kyoto Kawaramachi Sta. 155m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Seafood

3.13

108

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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8Tokyo Kotetsu Shibuya ten

Shibuya Sta. 251m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Teppanyaki, Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

《Available seats today 5/12◎》 【1 minute walk from Shibuya Station】 Instagram-worthy Lemon Sour, Kyushu Vegetable Rolls, and Shumai◎

3.41

222

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

9Yakitori Shinohara

Nogizaka Sta. 514m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
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  • Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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10Kushiyaki Bistro Fukumimi Ginza koridō ten

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

3.24

201

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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11Sumibi Yakitori to Hitokuchi Gyoza TORA Tori YA Namba sennichimae ten

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

3.36

252

  • 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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12Sumi to Seafood to Kushiyaki to Sakana Tot-to Shijou kawaramachi ten

Kyoto Kawaramachi Sta. 197m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Motsu-nabe, Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

3.42

154

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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13Gensen Yakitori Isseki Sanchou Honten

Shiodome Sta. 265m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Japanese Cuisine, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Just a 130-second walk from Shimbashi Station! Perfect for dates, girls' nights, business dinners, and entertaining guests. Enjoy Japanese sake, shochu, wine, and whiskey!

3.48

805

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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14Yakitori to Nihonshu Jinbe Matsumoto ekimae ten

Matsumoto Sta. 333m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Seafood

Just a 3-minute walk from Matsumoto Station! Enjoy Japanese sake, seafood, yakitori, and shijimi clam stew. Private rooms for up to 45 guests available. Can be reserved for up to 150 guests.

3.46

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  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Menu with photos
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15Yakitori to Donabe Toriro Man

Kushida Shrine Sta. 166m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Just a step away from Hakata Canal City!! Enjoy private rooms! Yakitori x Donabe Rice ★ Committed to quality ingredients for a romantic experience.

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Children welcome
  • Vegetarian options
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16Sumibi Kushiyaki Torito

Jingu Marutamachi Sta. 55m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Nabe (Japanese hot pot), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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17Ore no Kappou Yakitori Ginza 9 chome

Shimbashi Sta. 210m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Japanese Cuisine, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Just a 5-minute walk from Shimbashi and Ginza stations! Enjoy authentic charcoal-grilled yakitori and premium ingredients at great value!

3.47

1513

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

18Yakitori 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
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  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
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19Shinjuku Imai-ya Honten

Shinjuku Sanchome Sta. 114m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

[3-minute walk from Shinjuku Station / Specializing in Akita Hinai Chicken] Private rooms available. Enjoy charcoal-grilled yakitori and fine sake from across the country.

3.49

1286

  • 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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20Jidori Senmonten Iroriya Uenoten Ueno ten

Keisei Ueno Sta. 164m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

【NEW OPEN】A private izakaya specializing in charcoal-grilled jidori chicken!

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

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