Best Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Kushiyaki, Chicken dishes in Japan

Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Kushiyaki, Chicken dishes in Japan

1Yakitori Tsukada Shibuya

Shibuya Sta. 248m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Wine bar

A hidden gem for those who know the real deal. Rare yakitori made from directly sourced "Miyazaki Jitokko" chicken. Enjoy an exquisite course paired with wine.

3.40

264

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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2Sumiro Man

Karasuma Sta. 306m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Robatayaki, Kushiyaki

Enjoy a variety of charcoal-grilled dishes in a traditional Kyoto townhouse near Karasuma and Nishiki Market.

3.37

453

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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3Sumibi Yakitori to Hitokuchi Gyoza TORA Tori YA Namba sennichimae ten

Namba Sta. 143m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Dumpling

3.45

289

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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4Kushiyaki Manten - Shijo Karasuma

Karasuma Sta. 101m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative, Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

Enjoy skewers and a drink in an open-air space!

3.39

380

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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5Ginza Torishin

Uchisaiwaicho Sta. 401m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Kushiyaki

Enjoy exquisite yakitori grilled over Tosa Binchotan charcoal in a refined setting, with counter and private room options available. Counter seating starts at 4 PM.

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

6Yakitori Hirano

Higashi Ginza Sta. 420m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

The moisture content of the chicken cannot be increased; just keep it still.

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
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  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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7Kushiyaki Bistro Fukumimi Ginza koridō ten

Ginza Sta. 338m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

3.26

210

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Menu with photos
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The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

8Tori Yamamoto

Kanayama Cho Sta. 93m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
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  • Thursday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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9Izumo Ikebukuro

Ikebukuro Sta. 107m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Unagi (Eel), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

New Year Party Reservations Now Open! All-You-Can-Drink Course ◇ Private Room Available! Smoking Allowed! Enjoy with Eel Skewers!

3.46

552

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Menu with photos
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

10Tori Sawa Roppongi

Roppongi Sta. 216m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

Seats are available on the day.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
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  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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11Robata Yakitori Torisai

Seibu Shinjuku Sta. 167m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ)

[5-minute walk from Shinjuku Station] Specializing in branded free-range chicken with private rooms! Open Monday to Sunday until 5 AM!

3.42

427

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
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12HAKATA MOTSUNABE TOKUNAGAYA Souhonten

Gion Sta. 284m / Motsu-nabe, Chicken wings, Regional Cuisine

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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13Yasai Kushimaki Naruto ya Ao

Namba Sta. 136m / Kushiyaki, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

Just a 3-minute walk from Namba Station, enjoy visually appealing and delicious vegetable-wrapped skewers along with Ao's original cocktails!

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

14Yakitori Shinohara

Nogizaka Sta. 514m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
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  • Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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15Kushiyaki Bistro Fukumimi Ginza 6

Higashi Ginza Sta. 167m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

3.07

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  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Menu with photos
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16Ueno Kuromon Torie

Ueno Hirokoji Sta. 211m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Now accepting reservations anytime! The manager of Tori Kei Ueno Hirokoji has moved to Tori Kei Ueno Kuromon in October!

3.43

196

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

17Wabiya Koreki Do Gion hanamikoji honten

Gion Shijo Sta. 320m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Oyako-don (Chicken and egg bowl)

Gion Hanamikoji, a vibrant area in Kyoto. Indulge in flavorful local chicken paired with carefully selected fine sake.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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18Oicho Sakae ten

Yaba Cho Sta. 208m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken wings, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Just a 2-minute walk from Yabacho Station. Enjoy the exquisite flavor of grilled chicken made with Aichi Prefecture's Nishiki Sōdori! Savor yakitori paired with wine at "Daigincho."

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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19Gensen Yakitori Isseki Sanchou Honten

Shiodome Sta. 265m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Japanese Cuisine, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Just a 130-second walk from Shimbashi Station! Perfect for dates, girls' nights, business dinners, and entertaining guests. Enjoy Japanese sake, shochu, wine, and whiskey!

3.48

847

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

20Omino Kamiya chou

Kamiyacho Sta. 218m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

Enjoy the harmonious collaboration of yakitori and Japanese cuisine!

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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