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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4Sukiyaki to Gyu Mabushi Momoshiki Hanare

Kintetsu Nara Sta. 138m / Sukiyaki (Japanese sweet soy hotpot), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Nabe (Japanese hot pot)

A popular Sukiyaki specialty restaurant in Nara, attracting reservations from all over the country - now with a second location!

3.45

103

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
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5Stand 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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6Edogawa - 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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7Sugino Tenri ten

Tenri Sta. 350m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Oden, Seafood

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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8Kineya Ikoma kintetsu hyakkaten

Ikoma Sta. 63m / Udon (Wheat noodles), Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Enjoy strong and chewy Sanuki Udon made by skilled artisans. Savor it casually with fresh soy sauce or Kansai-style dashi!

3.07

38

  • 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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9Umai Sake to Umai Meshi are!

Kintetsu Nara Sta. 345m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Baru (Spanish style bar), Dining bar

4-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station ◆ Private reservation available! Enjoy our signature fresh shrimp tempura, seasonal fish sashimi, and carefully selected drinks at this neo izakaya.

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  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Menu with photos
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10Kuimono Ya Wan JR ouji ekimae ten

Oji Sta. 148m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Japanese Cuisine, Seafood

A private izakaya just a 3-minute walk from Oji Station, where you can enjoy seasonal ingredients and a variety of creative dishes. Private rooms available for up to 40 guests!

3.01

12

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Children welcome
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11Hanzou

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

3.21

31

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Monday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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12Warayaki Otsukicho Ryoma

Yamato Yagi Sta. 131m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Japanese Cuisine

3-Minute Walk from Yamato-Yagi Station: Enjoy Authentic Tosa Flavors with Fresh Fish Directly from Kochi, Grilled with Straw and Primitive Techniques ◆ Course Starting from JPY 5000

3.09

25

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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13Kikinomori

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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14ACQUA PULITA

Kintetsu Nara Sta. 512m / Italian, Steak, Baru (Spanish style bar)

3.09

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  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
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15Sakura Machi Bar Ru

Kintetsu Nara Sta. 105m / Italian, Bistro, Baru (Spanish style bar)

A convenient bar near the station where you can casually enjoy creative dishes that blend Japanese, Italian, and French cuisines, all made with local ingredients from Nara.

3.43

138

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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16Ikaruga Sakaba Jonetsu Horumon

Shin Oji Sta. 1216m / Tripe, Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

All-you-can-eat and à la carte options! Enjoy two great value all-you-can-eat courses! Fresh offal starting from JPY 198!

3.01

12

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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17Namakura 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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18Kuimono Ya Wan Yamato yagi ten

Yamato Yagi Sta. 129m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Japanese Cuisine, Seafood

[1-minute walk from Yamato-Yagi Station] Enjoy seasonal ingredients and a variety of creative dishes at our private izakaya. Private rooms available for up to 70 guests.

3.02

33

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Children welcome
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19Kashihara Sakaba Jonetsu Horumon

Ninokuchi Sta. 469m / Tripe, Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Enjoy our proud selection of premium black wagyu offal and a variety of fresh offal at reasonable prices! Starting from JPY 198!

3.02

17

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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20Yamato Yagi Sakaba Houshuku

Yamato Yagi Sta. 87m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Japanese Cuisine, Seafood

Just a 1-minute walk from Yamato-Yagi Station! Introducing Toyoshuku, a sake bar from the brewery, now open in Kashihara City, Nara!

3.28

52

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