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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

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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

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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

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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

370

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

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6Kissa Alterna

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

3.53

Very good

240

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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7Sushi 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

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8Tensen

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

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9Shibuya 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

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10Creative Yoru no Tobari

Sanjo Sta. 305m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Creative

3.47

99

JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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Multilingual menu
Credit card accepted
Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)

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11Teppan 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

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Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

12Yakitori 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

566

JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
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Sunday, Public Holiday

Credit card accepted
Designated smoking area

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13Asakusa Sushi Ken

Asakusa Sta. 14m / Seafood, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative

Just a short walk from Tsukuba Express Asakusa Station, enjoy authentic Edomae sushi made with natural fresh fish, all dishes are halal certified!

3.30

96

JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
Wednesday

Multilingual menu
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome
Menu with photos

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14kaikaya 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

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15miyako

Gion Shijo Sta. 224m / 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!

3.40

372

JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome

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16barrier

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

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17Kushiyaki Saru

Osaka Namba Sta. 174m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative

【Dotonbori, Osaka】A cozy hidden gem specializing in creative skewers. The signature Tamahimo skewers are sure to be addictive! Perfect for parties, with all-you-can-drink courses starting at JPY 3,500! Accommodates small gatherings up to 20 people.

3.25

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