Best Izakaya (Japanese style tavern) in Nara

Izakaya (Japanese style tavern) in Nara

Selected for Tabelog Hot Pot "Tabelog 100" 2026

Selected for Tabelog Hot Pot "Tabelog 100" 2026

1Sukiyaki to Gyumabushi Momoshiki

Kintetsu Nara Sta. 139m / Sukiyaki (Japanese sweet soy hotpot), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Nabe (Japanese hot pot)

Selected as one of the top 100 restaurants in 2026, this delicious sukiyaki specialty shop in Nara is attracting reservations from all over the country.

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
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2Furyu Mikaku Ryozanpaku

Kintetsu Nara Sta. 555m / Japanese Cuisine, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Enjoy seasonal dishes paired with fine sake in a calm atmosphere, perfect for business meetings or celebrations. Private rooms available.

3.49

193

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Menu with photos
  • Vegetarian options
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3Izakaya Tsunofuri

Kintetsu Nara Sta. 181m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ)

Just a 1-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station. Enjoy the seasonal flavors of Nara in a spacious, private Japanese-style setting with a flowing river.

3.44

154

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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4Stand 96

Kintetsu Nara Sta. 380m / Stand-up bar

Just 5 minutes from Kintetsu Nara Station! Enjoy a variety of shochu and Japanese sake selected by a certified sake sommelier, paired with delicious dishes! Perfect for after work or for locals!

3.47

63

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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5Edogawa - Naramachi

Kintetsu Nara Sta. 651m / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

3.48

192

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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6Kikinomori

Nara Sta. 214m / Italian, Cafe, Dining bar

Just a 4-minute walk from JR Nara Station! Our seasonal menu is a hit, featuring our delicious chestnut cheesecake!

3.41

122

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Thursday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
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7CAFE ETRANGER NARAD

Kintetsu Nara Sta. 274m / Cafe, Italian, Baru (Spanish style bar)

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Vegetarian options
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8Jidori Sumibiyaki Toriatsukai Setsumeisho Gakuenmae ten

Gakuemmae Sta. 93m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

Just 2 minutes from Gakuenmae Station! Enjoy dishes that make the most of carefully selected ingredients like salt, rice, and vegetables. Perfect for banquets with private rooms available!

3.24

18

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Children welcome
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9Niku Bar Dakara Yamatosaidaiji

Yamato Saidaiji Sta. 54m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Steak, Italian

Perfect for winter parties and farewell/welcome gatherings! Order all-you-can-drink on the day! A course with food only is now available!

3.08

98

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • - JPY 999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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10Sojibo Nara famirii ten

Yamato Saidaiji Sta. 247m / Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Proudly serving authentic Shinshu soba made in-house, paired with a golden dashi broth!

3.05

53

  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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11Umai Sakana to Jizake Yasai Sakaba Tonbo

Kintetsu Nara Sta. 148m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Nabe (Japanese hot pot), Vegetable dishes

Just 2 minutes from Kintetsu Nara Station, enjoy creative vegetable dishes made with seasonal ingredients and local sake from Nara in a relaxing Japanese atmosphere.

3.07

11

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Children welcome
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12Robata Yaki Sakaba Isshin Jr Oji Ekimae Ten

Shin Oji Sta. 211m / Robatayaki, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood

Opening on August 3rd! We also accept reservations for groups. Enjoy our all-you-can-drink local sake course. 【Smoking allowed】

3.07

15

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
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13Hanzou

Nara Sta. 235m / Kushi-age (Deep-fried skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood

3.21

31

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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14Hoozuki

Kintetsu Nara Sta. 165m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

3.38

46

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • - JPY 999
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
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15Jidori Sumibiyaki Toriatsukai Setsumeisho Ikoma ten

Ikoma Sta. 124m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

3.18

30

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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16Namakura Sakae Kooriyama ten

Koriyama Sta. 235m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Nabe (Japanese hot pot)

JR Koriyama Station is just around the corner! Only one stop from JR Nara Station! Right in front of Koriyama Aeon! Relax with a beer in a private horigotatsu room! Shuttle service available within Koriyama City!

3.07

20

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
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17Hyottoko

Nara Sta. 421m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Kushi-age (Deep-fried skewers), Seafood

【Light and Healthy with Homemade Breadcrumbs and Sauce♪】Skewers from JPY 100! A wide selection of about 50 types of skewers! Now accepting reservations for year-end parties! Party courses starting from JPY 4,000!

3.32

40

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
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18Nidaime Kashiwaya Jr Oji Ten

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

Just a step away from Shin-Oji Station, enjoy a blissful time in a prison-themed hideaway, savoring authentic charcoal-grilled dishes crafted by skilled artisans and a variety of exquisite drinks.

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  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
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19Sakanaya Kaichi

Yamato Saidaiji Sta. 114m / Seafood, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Just 1 minute from Yamato-Saidaiji Station! Enjoy carefully selected seafood from all over Japan and local sake from Nara in a relaxed atmosphere. All you can drink available!

3.30

43

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
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20Daini Masamaru

Yagi Nishiguchi Sta. 93m / Seafood, Fugu (Pufferfish), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Just a minute from Yagi Nishiguchi Station ◆ A fisherman-run izakaya. Enjoy carefully selected fresh sashimi and "Kappa Nabe" paired with special Japanese sake.

3.06

9

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
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