Best Chicken dishes (Counter Seats) in Japan

Chicken dishes in Japan

1Ginza Torishin

Uchisaiwaicho Sta. / 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
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

2Wabiya Koreki Do Gion Hanami Koji Honten

Gion Shijo Sta. / 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
Online reservationCheck availability

3Kushiyaki Bistro Fukumimi Ginza korido ten

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

3.29

181

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability

4Yakiniku Makiryori Karasuma Rock Kyoto Ten

Gojo Sta. / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Chicken dishes

3.08

17

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Vegetarian options
  • Gluten-Free options
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

5Yakitori Shinohara

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

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • -
  • Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

6Shinjuku Imai-ya Honten

Shinjuku Sanchome Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Yakiniku Specialty Shop: Rare Akita Hinaijidori ★ Party courses starting from JPY 4,500 (All-you-can-drink for an additional JPY 1,500) Hori-kotatsu semi-private rooms for 4 to 50 guests ● Must-try popular chicken breast and skin combo! ● 3-minute walk from Shinjuku Station Central East Exit, 2-minute walk from Shinjuku Sanchome Station

3.49

1154

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

7bird's nest

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

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

8Torisato Bettei

Shimbashi Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Kushiyaki

Just a 4-minute walk from Shimbashi Station, this upscale yakitori spot is perfect for business meetings or special occasions. Enjoy high-quality grilled chicken in a serene atmosphere with private rooms and a stylish counter.

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

9Tsukada Jidoriya Shibuya

Shibuya Sta. / Chicken dishes, Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Oyako-don (Chicken and egg bowl)

3.47

384

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

10Tsugumi

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

Now accepting reservations for May and June! Enjoy horse sashimi and fresh sashimi! Relax in a calm space while savoring grilled chicken, vegetable rolls, and straw-grilled dishes, paired with carefully selected wines. Experience the craftsmanship at our popular counter, private rooms, and tables.

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

11Hyogo Dori

Torichosuji Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

12Torie Ueno Hiro Koji Ten

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

【Ueno Hirokoji Torikatsu Renewed on March 6th!!】 We have prepared upgraded new courses for you. *Seating until 8:30 PM is available for courses only (additional orders are possible).*

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

13Spain Zaka Torikou

Roppongi Itchome Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Kushiyaki

Akasaka Ark Hills: Authentic Yakitori for Grown-Ups

3.23

230

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

14Yakitori Modan

Ginza Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Kushiyaki

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

15Sumibi Yakitori Enya Nanba 3 Go Ten

Kintetsu Nippombashi Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Charcoal-Grilled Yakitori Enya Namba 3rd Branch!! "Truly Delicious Yakitori! Enjoy our Proud Freshly Sourced Chicken!" Our specialty is the Ranou Egg Tsukune with a Raw Egg! Made fresh daily by hand! Be sure to savor it!

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

16Toranomon Yakitori Kuniyoshi

Toranomon Hills Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

[Saturday Business Hours Notice] 12/6, 12/13, 12/20. *Please check our hours during the New Year holiday.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • -
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

17Kushiyaki Bistro Fukumimi Ginza 6

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

3.05

17

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Menu with photos
Online reservationCheck availability

18Fuku Mimi Shinjukutenhanare

Shinjuku Sanchome Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

3.11

67

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

19Tebasaki Mutsumi Ebisu Ten

Ebisu Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Chicken wings, Chicken dishes

Just a 2-minute walk from Ebisu Station! The popular reservation-only restaurant "Tebasaki Mutsumi Sakae Honten" from Nagoya has opened its sister branch in Ebisu.

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability

20Kyoto Suehiro Gari

Karasuma Oike Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

Directly connected to Karasuma Oike Station, enjoy authentic yakitori with Binchotan charcoal in a traditional kaiseki course.

3.38

154

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Tuesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability