Best Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers) in Japan

Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers) in Japan

1Yakitori 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.

3.40

264

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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2Ginza 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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3Kushiyaki Bistro Fukumimi Ginza koridō ten

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

3.25

210

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

4Yakitori 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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5Sumibi Yakitori to Hitokuchi Gyoza TORA Tori YA Namba sennichimae ten

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

  • 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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6Kushiyaki Manten - Shijo Karasuma

Karasuma Sta. 101m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative, Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

Enjoy skewers and a drink in an open-air space!

3.39

377

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

1556

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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8Kushiyaki Bistro Fukumimi Ginza 6

Higashi Ginza Sta. 167m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

3.07

32

  • 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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9Kokekokko

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.

3.48

681

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • 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

10Wabiya Koreki Do Gion hanamikoji honten

Gion Shijo Sta. 320m / 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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11Kushiyaki Can

Asahibashi Sta. 248m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Kushiyaki, Okinawa cuisine

3.34

112

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
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12Gensen 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

844

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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13SUSHI 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
  • -
  • 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
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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

14Tori Yamamoto

Kanayama Cho Sta. 93m / 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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15Robata Tomotsuni Homura Nanba ten

Namba Sta. 131m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Robatayaki, Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

Just a 1-minute walk from Namba Station! A Robatayaki and Yakitori restaurant focusing on seasonal ingredients.

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

16Yakitori 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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Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

17Yakitori 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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18Tori Ichi

Tanukikoji Sta. 300m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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19Yakitori Unaru

Oebashi Sta. 340m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

Just a 3-minute walk from Kitashinchi Station! Enjoy mouthwatering yakitori grilled over binchotan charcoal and a selection of carefully chosen drinks in a cozy hideaway.

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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20Manten

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

Enjoy vegetable-wrapped skewers and the night in a traditional machiya in Pontocho.

3.25

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