Best Innovative

1Tokyo 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

The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog French WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

2NH

Kitashinchi Sta. / French, Innovative

A culinary space of French innovative cuisine, wrapped in the seasons.

4.33

Excellent

250

JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
Monday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking

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

178

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

The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog French WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

4Shimanami French Murakami

Osakatemmangu Sta. / French, Innovative

4.05

Excellent

646

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

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome
Kids menu available

Online reservationCheck availability

5Wine & fusion Cuisine Restaurant "meso" Shimokitazawa Tokyo

Shimo Kitazawa Sta. / Bistro, French, Innovative

French x Fermentation x Spices x Dashi A modern fusion experience for all five senses at the chef's counter with wine.

3.58

Very good

102

JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
Wednesday, Thursday

Multilingual menu
Multilingual staff
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome
Vegan options
Vegetarian options
Gluten-Free options

Online reservationCheck availability

6cocon

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

The Tabelog Award 2026 Silver winner

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

7Bia

Nogizaka Sta. / Innovative, Japanese Cuisine, Thai

4.42

Excellent

453

JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
-
-

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

8Kirazu

Hosui Susukino Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Innovative

A Meat Kappo that Plays with Wagyu and Seasonal Ingredients, Infused with a Touch of Tradition and Playfulness

3.63

Very good

50

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

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available

Online reservationCheck availability

9Nagomi

Kintetsu Nara Sta. / Teppanyaki, Steak, Innovative

3.20

29

JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
-

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome
Halal options

Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

10Hokkaido Yakiniku Kita Ushi

Susukino Sta. / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Innovative, Jingisukan (Grilled lamb)

3.64

Very good

174

JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
-
-

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome
Kids menu available

Online reservationCheck availability

The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

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

11Shimoyamitenae Izuru

Nakajima Koen Sta. / Innovative, French

4.26

Excellent

229

JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
-

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog Italian TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

12RAMA Shirokane

Shirokanedai Sta. / Italian, Bistro, Innovative

3.61

Very good

223

JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
-
Monday

Multilingual menu
Credit card accepted
Non smoking

Online reservationCheck availability

13FaRo Italiano

Umeda Sta. / Italian, Innovative

3.44

238

JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
-

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

The Tabelog Award 2026 Silver winner

Selected for Tabelog French EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

14AKI NAGAO

Susukino Sta. / French, Innovative

Experience free and delicate French cuisine in the heart of Sapporo.

4.33

Excellent

228

JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999
JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999
-

Multilingual menu
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome
Kids menu available

Online reservationCheck availability

15onde

Tsubogawa Sta. / French, Innovative

Just a 2-minute walk from Tsubokawa Station in Naha City. Enjoy restaurant-quality food in a casual setting.

3.58

Very good

127

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

Credit card accepted
Non smoking

Online reservationCheck availability

16STORIARE

Otemachi Sta. / Italian, Innovative

[Reservation Required] Innovative Italian Cuisine that Weaves Together the Producer's Passion and Flavor

3.24

35

JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
Wednesday

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

Online reservationCheck availability

17Setsugetsu Fuuka Hon Ten

Kobe Sannomiya Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Steak, Innovative

Located on the 10th floor of the building directly connected to JR Sannomiya Station, we are now accepting reservations for New Year parties! Don't miss the chance to savor Kobe beef!

3.42

210

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

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome
Kids menu available

Online reservationCheck availability

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

18SPICE LAB TOKYO

Ginza Sta. / Innovative, Indian

The Only Modern Indian Restaurant Incorporating Seasonal Japanese Ingredients | Selected as One of the Top 100 Restaurants for Two Consecutive Years

3.69

Very good

610

JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
Monday

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

Online reservationCheck availability

19Gomi Gokan

Oebashi Sta. / Innovative

[5-minute walk from Kitashinchi Station] Experience a new world of Japanese cuisine that stimulates your senses with seasonal ingredients. Enjoy the lively atmosphere at our 7-seat counter!

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