Best Japanese Cuisine (Counter Seats) in Japan

Japanese Cuisine 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
  • SundayDue 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 Japanese cuisine TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

3Matsukawa

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

4Iida

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

5Ginza 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

6Honko 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 Japanese cuisine EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

7Onjaku

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 Japanese cuisine EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

8Shumoku Cho Shimizu

Takaoka Sta. / Japanese Cuisine

  • JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999
  • -
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • 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

9Ogata

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

10Chisousottakuito

Chuden Mae Sta. / Japanese Cuisine

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

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

11Sottaku 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
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

12Tominokoji Yamagishi

Kyoto Kawaramachi Sta. / Japanese Cuisine

A Must-Visit Kaiseki Restaurant with a Playful Twist by a Smiling Chef: Tomikoji Yamakishi

  • JPY 60,000 - JPY 79,999
  • -
  • Tuesday
  • 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

13Japanese cuisine Seizan

Tamachi Sta. / Japanese Cuisine

Experience the delicate techniques showcased right before your eyes—"Seizan" embodies Japanese cuisine that respects tradition while breaking boundaries.

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

The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

14Japanese Cuisine Fuji

Hiyoshicho Sta. / Japanese Cuisine

A touch of luxury in stylish and modern Japanese cuisine

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • -
  • 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

15Toku Hamotonari

Kuramaguchi Sta. / Japanese Cuisine

  • JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

16Yamasaki

Nogizaka Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Seafood

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

The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

17Akasaka Ogino

Akasaka Sta. / Japanese Cuisine

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

The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

18Niku no Takumi Miyoshi

Gion Shijo Sta. / Beef dishes, Japanese Cuisine

Exquisite Wagyu Kaiseki in a Relaxed Atmosphere in Gion.

  • JPY 60,000 - JPY 79,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

19Nikuya Tanaka

Ginza Sta. / Beef dishes, Japanese Cuisine

  • JPY 60,000 - JPY 79,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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

20Oryori Matsuyama

Kurosaki Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Creative

Enjoy a great time!

  • JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
  • JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking