Best Creative, Innovative

1Kushiyaki Manten - Shijo Karasuma

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

An open space that brightens up the night in Karasuma. A social spot for adults, surrounded by the aroma of grilled skewers and featuring the signature vegetable-wrapped skewers.

3.38

354

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

Online reservationCheck availability

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2HAUTE COUTURE CAFE OMOTESANDO

Omote Sando Sta. 262m / Cafe, Cake, Creative

3.45

597

JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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Multilingual menu
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

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3Bistro Restaurant nou Nakameguro

Naka Meguro Sta. 581m / Bistro, Japanese Cuisine, Creative

[French Bistro & Natural Wine] Nou HaNaRe (Annex) is now open from March 1!

3.58

Very good

360

JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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-

Credit card accepted
Non smoking

Online reservationCheck availability

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4Nijo Kizuki

Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae Sta. 486m / Sushi, Creative, Japanese Cuisine

3.55

Very good

124

JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Sunday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking

Online reservationCheck availability

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5Ginza Kiwagiwa

Ginza Sta. 373m / Japanese Cuisine, Creative, Restaurants

More than an Izakaya, less than a Kappo. Mastering the "edge" of ingredients and techniques—A renowned Japanese restaurant nestled in the back streets of Ginza.

3.43

369

JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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Credit card accepted
Non smoking

Online reservationCheck availability

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6Tensen

Hiroden Miyajima Guchi Sta. 2062m / Sushi, Seafood, Creative

3.67

Very good

146

JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
Wednesday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available

Online reservationCheck availability

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7Kissa Alterna

Yotsubashi Sta. 273m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Creative

3.53

Very good

239

JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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Wednesday

Multilingual staff
Credit card accepted
Designated smoking area
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

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8Tokyo Yakiniku Inoue Ginza Ten

Ginza Itchome Sta. 57m / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Tripe, Innovative

Experience a one-of-a-kind special moment at Yakiniku Inoue, the pinnacle of quality.

3.56

Very good

1108

JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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Credit card accepted
Designated smoking area
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

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9ITOH DINING by NOBU

Gora Sta. 329m / Teppanyaki, Steak, Creative

Savor seasonal dishes amidst the nature of Hakone and Gora ◇ Enjoy teppanyaki in a hidden gem atmosphere.

3.56

Very good

236

JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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Multilingual menu
Multilingual staff
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

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10Teppan Izakaya Futaba

Kyoto Kawaramachi Sta. 183m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Okonomiyaki (Japanese savory pancake), Creative

3.10

39

JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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Monday, Day after public hol...

Credit card accepted
Smoking allowed

Online reservationCheck availability

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11barrier

Hokutetsu Kanazawa Sta. 1494m / Japanese Cuisine, Creative, Seafood

3.18

39

JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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Multilingual menu
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome
Vegan options
Vegetarian options

Online reservationCheck availability

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The Tabelog Award 2026 Silver winner

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

12Bia

Nogizaka Sta. 205m / Innovative, Japanese Cuisine, Thai

4.38

Excellent

470

JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
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-

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

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13Sushi Kinari / Kanazawa

Hokutetsu Kanazawa Sta. 977m / Sushi, Japanese Cuisine, Creative

Celebrating Our 2nd Anniversary!! Enjoy free-spirited Japanese cuisine and aged sushi at our sushi kaiseki restaurant.

3.52

Very good

49

JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
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Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

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The Tabelog Award 2026 Silver winner

Selected for Tabelog French EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

14Reminiscence

Kurumamichi Sta. 285m / French, Innovative

4.39

Excellent

420

JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
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Credit card accepted
Non smoking

Online reservationCheck availability

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

15Metis Roppongi

Roppongi Itchome Sta. 433m / Innovative, French, Steak

Featured in the Michelin Guide Tokyo 2026, this counter-style French restaurant has earned a one-star rating for three consecutive years, specializing in wood-fired dishes.

4.04

Excellent

199

JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
Sunday, Public Holiday

Multilingual menu
Multilingual staff
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available

Online reservationCheck availability

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16kaikaya by the sea

Shinsen Sta. 80m / Seafood, Creative, Japanese Cuisine

3.40

294

JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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Wednesday

Multilingual menu
Multilingual staff
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome
Gluten-Free options

Online reservationCheck availability

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17Shibuya Sanshin

Shibuya Sta. 470m / Japanese Cuisine, Creative, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Open during GW! Enjoy seasonal creative Japanese cuisine in a hidden gem away from the hustle and bustle of Shibuya. Private rooms available, perfect for welcome parties!

3.56

Very good

391

JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available

Online reservationCheck availability

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Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

18Yakitori YAMATO

Kitashinchi Sta. 209m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Creative

[4-minute walk from Kitashinchi] Enjoy chicken dishes that bring out the maximum flavor of the ingredients. Counter seating and private rooms available.

3.69

Very good

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