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Best Restaurants in Kumamoto

Restaurants in Kumamoto

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1Kumamoto Sushi Ginza Fukuju

Hanabatacho Sta. / Sushi, Japanese Cuisine, Seafood

3.50

Very good

120

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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2Kumamoto Kyoto Sushi Matsumoto

Hanabatacho Sta. / Sushi, Seafood

A Michelin-recognized sushi restaurant in Kyoto, dedicated to the seasonal flavors of Kumamoto.

3.58

Very good

62

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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3Nishigin Botan

Karashimacho Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Regional Cuisine, Horse meat dishes

Kumamoto's local cuisine featuring Basashi and a variety of fresh seafood and mountain delicacies from the local Amakusa and Aso regions.

3.55

Very good

312

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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4Tsugumi

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

Now accepting reservations for May and June! Enjoy horse sashimi and fresh sashimi! Relax in a calm space while savoring grilled chicken, vegetable rolls, and straw-grilled dishes, paired with carefully selected wines. Experience the craftsmanship at our popular counter, private rooms, and tables.

3.56

Very good

221

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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5Ryoriya Hachi

Karashimacho Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Italian, Horse meat dishes

3.51

Very good

135

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Vegetarian options
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6Japanese cuisine Gokan

Suidocho Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Seafood

3.85

Very good

115

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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7Kabin Torishiro

Hanabatacho Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

Using premium "Kuro Satsuma Chicken," we pursue maximum flavor. Enjoy a unique yakitori course like no other!

3.63

Very good

27

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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8One Karubi PREMIUM Kumamoto Shin Shigai

Karashimacho Sta. / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Tripe, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Enjoy a premium all-you-can-eat yakiniku experience in a spacious and relaxed setting. Private semi-private rooms available!

3.02

2

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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9Uma Zakura Ginzadori Ten

Hanabatacho Sta. / Horse meat dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Shabu shabu (Japanese hotpot)

Expertly selected horse meat and skill. A specialty horse meat restaurant in Kumamoto for adults.

3.69

Very good

332

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

10Sushi Hakuto

Fujisakigumae Sta. / Sushi

3.61

Very good

36

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

11Hyogo Dori

Torichosuji Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

3.72

Very good

264

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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12New Kumamoto Tei

Hanabatacho Sta. / Steak, Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Seafood

Experience a private room Teppan-yaki and eat Steak at the "most delicious moment"♪ New Kumamoto-tei

3.54

Very good

58

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
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The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog Tempura "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Tempura "Tabelog 100" 2025

13Tsuru Hachi

Karashimacho Sta. / Tempura

3.84

Very good

113

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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14Oshokuji Dokoro Zenya

Japanese Cuisine

3.05

4

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Wednesday, Thursday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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15Sushi Aoi

Fujisakigumae Sta. / Sushi

Experience the blessings of Kumamoto in a serene Japanese setting for a truly special moment.

3.05

9

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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16Ten'yo no Hagoromo

Hanabatacho Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Tempura, Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

Open from 3 PM on weekdays for Happy Hour!! Enjoy freshly fried tempura, yakitori, and oden. Feel free to drop by!

3.41

73

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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17Akaushi Dining yoka-yoka Teppan & Grill

Hanabatacho Sta. / Steak, Hamburger steak

3.42

132

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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18Akaushi to Basashi Izakaya Guuguu Shimotori Ten

Karashimacho Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Horse meat dishes, Regional Cuisine

Enjoy a fantastic all-you-can-drink selection of 167 premium drinks, including Yebisu Draft, Kohaku Yebisu, Akane Kirishima, Akakirishima, Akatobiba, and Isami, all for just JPY 1,512 (tax included)! We also take pride in our specialty dishes like premium marbled horse sashimi and a five-variety horse sashimi platter, showcasing delicious local cuisine!

3.38

138

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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19Private rooms Kanbi Taishu Tori Sakaba Toriichizu Kumamoto Shitadori Ten

Torichosuji Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Mizutaki

A Great Value Chicken Specialty Izakaya! Freshly Squeezed Lemon Sour & Highball, Secret Chicken Skewers for Just 109 JPY!

3.05

5

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

20Tori Ryori Ichiwa

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

3.33

51

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