Best Restaurants (Sake & Counter Seats) in Japan

The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

1Kataori

Hokutetsu Kanazawa Sta. / Japanese Cuisine

  • JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999
  • JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999
  • -Due to the nature of the site, the accuracy of restaurant information cannot be guaranteed.
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

2Dojin

Sanjo Keihan Sta. / Japanese Cuisine

  • JPY 50,000 - JPY 59,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

Selected for Tabelog Sushi TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Sushi TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

3Nihonbashi Kakigaracho Sugita

Suitengumae Sta. / Sushi

  • JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999
  • JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

Selected for Tabelog Sushi TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Sushi TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

4Sushi Saitou

Roppongi Itchome Sta. / Sushi

Exquisite craftsmanship that delights the taste buds of many. Experience the mastery of a Michelin three-star restaurant.

  • JPY 50,000 - JPY 59,999
  • JPY 50,000 - JPY 59,999
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

Selected for Tabelog Sushi TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Sushi TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

5Higashiazabu Amamoto

Akabanebashi Sta. / Sushi

  • JPY 60,000 - JPY 79,999
  • -
  • Wednesday, Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

6Matsukawa

Roppongi Itchome Sta. / Japanese Cuisine
  • JPY 80,000 - JPY 99,999
  • JPY 60,000 - JPY 79,999
  • Sunday, Public HolidayDue to the nature of the site, the accuracy of restaurant information cannot be guaranteed.
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

7Iida

Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae Sta. / Japanese Cuisine

  • JPY 50,000 - JPY 59,999
  • -
  • -
  • Non smoking
The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

8Ginza Shinohara

Ginza Itchome Sta. / Japanese Cuisine

Rural Cuisine Reimagined in Tokyo: A Top Runner in Japanese Culinary Innovation

  • JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999
  • JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999
  • SundayDue to the nature of the site, the accuracy of restaurant information cannot be guaranteed.
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

9Honko Getsu

Namba Sta. / Japanese Cuisine

Experience the extraordinary "Hare" of daily life with stylish kaiseki cuisine in Osaka, the kitchen of the nation. Enjoy the flavors of seasonal domestic ingredients while appreciating Japanese culture through exquisite tableware.

  • JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

Selected for Tabelog Sushi WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Sushi WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

10Chikamatsu

Yakuin Odori Sta. / Sushi

  • JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
  • JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
  • MondayDue to the nature of the site, the accuracy of restaurant information cannot be guaranteed.
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

Selected for Tabelog Sushi WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Sushi WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

11Sushi Sakai

Nakasu Kawabata Sta. / Sushi

  • JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999
  • JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

12Onjaku

Yaizu Sta. / Japanese Cuisine

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

13Kasahara

Kagurazaka Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

  • JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

Selected for Tabelog Innovative/Creative Cuisine "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Innovative/Creative Cuisine "Tabelog 100" 2025

14L'evo

Innovative, Creative, Regional Cuisine

  • JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
  • JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
  • Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2024

Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2024

15Shun

Unagi (Eel), Donburi (Rice bowl)

A modern interior that doesn't feel like a traditional eel restaurant! With counter seating available, you can enjoy authentic eel flavors whether you're dining solo or with family.

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • Monday, Tuesday
  • Non smoking
The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

Selected for Tabelog Sushi TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Sushi TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

16Sawada

Ginza Sta. / Sushi
  • JPY 50,000 - JPY 59,999
  • JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999
  • Monday, Thursday, SundayDue to the nature of the site, the accuracy of restaurant information cannot be guaranteed.
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

17Ogata

Shijo Sta. / Japanese Cuisine

Delicious Simmered Dishes

  • -
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

18Chisousottakuito

Chuden Mae Sta. / Japanese Cuisine

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

Selected for Tabelog Sushi TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Sushi TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

19Shimazu

Shirokane Takanawa Sta. / Sushi
  • JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999
  • -
  • Monday, Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

20Sottaku Tsukamoto

Gion Shijo Sta. / Japanese Cuisine
  • JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
  • -
  • WednesdayDue to the nature of the site, the accuracy of restaurant information cannot be guaranteed.
  • Non smoking