Best Creative, Innovative

1Kushiyaki Manten - Shijo Karasuma

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

Reopening on October 9! Enjoy our signature vegetable-wrapped skewers in a spacious four-story building with a total of 109 seats!

3.42

339

JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
-
-

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

2HAUTE COUTURE CAFE OMOTESANDO

Omote Sando Sta. / Cafe, Cake, Creative

3.49

566

JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
-

Multilingual menu
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

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

3Metis Roppongi

Roppongi Itchome Sta. / 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.

4.14

Excellent

179

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

4kaikaya by the sea

Shinsen Sta. / Seafood, Creative, Japanese Cuisine

3.43

290

JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
-
Wednesday

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

Online reservationCheck availability

5Tokyo Yakiniku Inoue Ginza Ten

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

Experience a unique and special time at Inoue, the pinnacle of Yakiniku, reopening on August 1st!

3.55

Very good

1038

JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
-

Credit card accepted
Designated smoking area
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

6Ginza Kiwagiwa

Ginza Sta. / 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.

3.44

282

JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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-

Credit card accepted
Non smoking

Online reservationCheck availability

7Hamayaki Hokkaido Uoman Furano Ten

Furano Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Creative

3.03

23

JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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-

Credit card accepted
Designated smoking area
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

8cocon

Naka Meguro Sta. / French, European, Innovative

3.57

Very good

77

JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
Wednesday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

9Shokudo Pesca

Namba Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Italian, Creative

3.60

Very good

320

JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
-
-

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome
Vegetarian options

Online reservationCheck availability

10barrier

Hokutetsu Kanazawa Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Creative, Seafood

3.23

36

JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
-

Multilingual menu
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome
Vegan options
Vegetarian options

Online reservationCheck availability

11Kittan

Tanukikoji Sta. / Tempura, Japanese Cuisine, Innovative

Experience a new sensation of tempura and seasonal dishes crafted from fresh Hokkaido ingredients and expert techniques. Enjoy a blissful moment in a refined setting.

3.06

15

JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
-
Monday

Credit card accepted
Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

12Nijo Kizuki

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

3.52

Very good

122

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

Credit card accepted
Non smoking

Online reservationCheck availability

13Sumiyaki Isakaba IGOR COSY Shibuya Honten

Shinsen Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative, Meat dishes

A Cozy Tavern: Enjoy a new way to savor seasonal ingredients with charcoal-grilled dishes, clay pot rice, and shochu! Perfect for welcome and farewell parties.

3.47

382

JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
-
-

Credit card accepted
Non smoking

Online reservationCheck availability

14Genshi Sumiyaki Iroriya Higashiginza Ten

Higashi Ginza Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Robatayaki, Creative

A restaurant dedicated to delicious fish and vegetables from carefully selected producers.

3.48

547

JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
-
-

Credit card accepted
Smoking allowed

Online reservationCheck availability

15Sa Mesa

Shinjuku Nishiguchi Sta. / Italian, Wine bar, Innovative

[1-minute walk from Shinjuku Station] Mediterranean Paradise - Sardinia Island ◆ Enjoy exquisite dishes taught by local chefs for a special experience that delights all your senses.

3.21

21

JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
Thursday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

16miyako

Gion Shijo Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Steak, Creative

Always ranked high in Kyoto access! Just a 2-minute walk from Gion Shijo Station, enjoy rare ingredients in a comfortable space!

3.44

359

JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
-

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

17Creative Yoru no Tobari

Sanjo Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Creative

3.52

Very good

83

JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
-
-

Multilingual menu
Credit card accepted
Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)

Online reservationCheck availability

18Warayaki Robata Seafood

Hakata Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Creative

[SNS Buzz] 100% Cost Price! Ocean Treasure Box for JPY 550! Fresh seafood delivered directly from local fishermen, featuring our specialty: Wara-yaki.

3.46

445