One blissful skewer at a time in Takadanobaba! 5 insanely good yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) spots with unbeatable value

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Yakitori Tori Ryori Saitado is a hideaway-style restaurant tucked away in a back alley.

Inside, there are counter, table, and terrace-style seats. The casual atmosphere makes it a relaxing place to enjoy a meal.

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You can enjoy yakitori made with Daisendori, a branded chicken from Tottori Prefecture. Daisendori is known for its tender and juicy meat.

Each skewer is prepared and put on the stick one by one in the restaurant, so the freshness is said to be excellent. The yakitori is grilled over binchotan (high grade charcoal), according to reviews.

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One highlight here is the homemade kogane tsukune (golden chicken meatball), made by mixing ingredients such as chicken and shaping them into balls. It is said to be especially good when dipped in Bihoran (Ehime brand eggs).

The coarsely ground meat is soft and juicy, and people say the crunchy texture of cartilage adds to how good it tastes.

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At Kiwami near Takadanobaba Station, you can enjoy yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) along with Japanese sake, wine, and more.

Inside the calm and relaxed space, you can choose from counter seats and Sunken kotatsu seating where you can stretch out and relax.

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Among the sumibiyaki (charcoal grilled) yakitori, many people say the Heart and liver are especially good.

The cooking is spot on, and the liver has no strong distinctive flavor. They also highly recommend the assortment of vegetable rolls made by wrapping Special vegetables in pork belly.

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The photo shows the "Kyo-gamo assortment (Kyoto duck assortment)," a set where you can enjoy breast loin, gizzard, tenderloin, Heart, and liver.

Kyo-gamo has very few off notes, and it is said to be thick and tasty. They recommend eating it with a light sprinkle of kuro-shichimi (black seven-spice blend).

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Chikara Takadanobaba Ten is well suited for lively group meals, thanks to its spacious single-floor layout with table seating only.

This cozy izakaya (Japanese pub) has touches of Japanese style throughout the interior.

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The yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) is said to be grilled over charcoal until fragrant and juicy.

The “momo-kushi (chicken thigh skewer)” fills your mouth with juices and savory flavor in one bite, while the “bonjiri-kushi (chicken tail skewer)” is said to be tasty for its springy texture and the sweet richness of its fat.

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The kushiyaki (grilled skewers) menu features not only yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), but also pork skewers and seafood skewers.

The seafood skewer toro shio saba (fatty salted mackerel) is said to have rich fat and a nicely flaky finish. The tako skewer (octopus skewer) has a pleasant bite, and its good octopus flavor spreads with every chew, according to reviews.

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Kushiya Matsukichi Takadanobaba Ten is a place where you can take your time enjoying yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) and drinks, whether on your own or with friends.

The interior has a friendly, down to earth atmosphere, with counter and table seating.

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The yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) are carefully grilled by skilled chefs who know just the right heat.

The surface of the yakitori is crisp and fragrant, while the meat inside is tender and juicy. These are authentic charcoal grilled yakitori made with Domestic chicken.

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Among the yakitori menu, the specialties are reba (liver) and sasami (chicken tenderloin). They are said to have a tender texture and a moist finish.

In addition to yakitori, the restaurant also serves a la carte dishes that pair well with drinks. The drink selection is wide, ranging from beer and Japanese sake to shochu.

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Taishu Yakitori Sakaba Irodori is a restaurant in a great location, just a 1-minute walk from the Waseda Exit of JR Takadanobaba Station.

Their yakitori made with Takumi no Daisendori, a branded chicken carefully skewered by hand every day, is popular.

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The photo shows charcoal grilled chicken breast. Shiso (Japanese perilla) is tucked between the skin and the breast, adding a nice accent.

In addition to standard yakitori items like thigh and tsukune (chicken meatball), the lineup is extensive and includes rare cuts such as akasoriresu (oyster cut) and Aorta.

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In addition to yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), they also offer a full lineup of dishes that go well with drinks, such as the "Special Salt Kara-age" and "Chicken-Scented Nira-tama (garlic chive omelet)".

The Kara-age is served in a style where you dip it into the accompanying tentsuyu (tempura dipping sauce). They also have a selection of seasonal daily specials that change with the time of year.