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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

328

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

2Sennen no Utage Takayama Ekimae Ten

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

Cozy private rooms are our pride. Perfect for a relaxed drink or a lively party—suitable for various occasions!

3.01

15

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

3Ginza 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.

3.43

254

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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4HAUTE COUTURE CAFE OMOTESANDO

Omote Sando Sta. / Cafe, Cake, Creative

3.49

565

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

5MOMO Stand Tokyo

Hiro o Sta. / Nepalese, Wine bar, Creative

3.65

Very good

156

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Menu with photos
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Hindu options
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6Teppan Izakaya Futaba

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

3.09

31

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Monday, Day after public hol...
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
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Selected for Tabelog yakiniku TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

7Niku Gatou Roppongi Hiruzu Ten

Roppongi Sta. / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Creative, Tripe

For customers who wish to use the members-only "Secret Room" at Nikugato Roppongi Hills, please check the details below.

3.67

Very good

489

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

8Shibuya Teppanyaki Rin

Shibuya Sta. / Steak, Teppanyaki, Creative

Close to Shibuya Station, featuring many private rooms, enjoy a luxurious teppanyaki experience that stimulates all five senses. Courses start from JPY 7,980.

3.27

81

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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9Warayaki 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

427

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Vegetarian options
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10kaikaya by the sea

Shinsen Sta. / Seafood, Creative, Japanese Cuisine

3.43

288

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Wednesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Gluten-Free options
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11Mimasuya Okudohan

Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative, Japanese Cuisine

3.46

414

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog French WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog French WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

12NAKATSUKA

Karasuma Oike Sta. / French, Creative, Innovative

3.91

Very good

158

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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13Taishu Sakaba Mata Ai ni Yukimasu. Nishishinjuku Ten

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

3.55

Very good

322

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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14Maguro Sho Uoshin Maguro Senmon Ten Ginza Ten

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

[New Open in November] Enjoy fully private rooms! Specializing in fresh tuna dishes☆ Courses with 2-hour all-you-can-drink starting from JPY 5000.

3.28

73

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
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15unaginonedoko Shinsaibashi Honten

Nippombashi Sta. / Unagi (Eel), Seafood, Creative

Kansai's First Grilled Eel Skewers! Delicious domestic eel ★ Not just the classic unaju, but a variety of creative eel dishes are our pride ☆ We also offer seafood skewers and sashimi ♪ Indulge in our luxurious eel course with three options starting from JPY 5000 ☆ Add all-you-can-drink for an extra JPY 1500.

3.56

Very good

357

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

16barrier

Hokutetsu Kanazawa Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Creative, Seafood

3.23

35

  • 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

17Sushi Kinari / Kanazawa

Hokutetsu Kanazawa Sta. / Sushi, Japanese Cuisine, Creative

3.25

39

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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18Sakigake Honten

Mt Fuji Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative, Regional Cuisine

3.21

79

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

19Teppan Jinja

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

Osaka Specialty: Today’s Choice is at "Teppan Creative Skewers Teppanyaki Teppan Jinja"!

3.31

160

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Vegetarian options
Online reservationCheck availability

20Matsumoto Kakiire Doki

Matsumoto Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Oyster, Creative

3.55

Very good

62

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