Best Restaurants (Sunken Kotatsu) in Japan

Restaurants in Japan

The Tabelog Award 2025 Bronze winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

1Ran Tei ~ Bibi An

Koriyama Tomita Sta. / Japanese Cuisine

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

The Tabelog Award 2025 Bronze winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog French EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog French EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

2Remède nikaho

Nikaho Sta. / French

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • Tuesday, Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

The Tabelog Award 2025 Bronze winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

3Shizen Muku An

Kii Tanabe Sta. / Japanese Cuisine

A concept that's hard to find in the city. Please check our website: sizenmukuan.jp

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • -
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Vegetarian options
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

4Shin Japanese cuisine Obune

Kikugawa Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Creative, Crab

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

5Bashamichi Okawa

Bashamichi Sta. / Japanese Cuisine

A restaurant dedicated to flavorful dashi and exceptional hospitality, where you can enjoy meticulously crafted kaiseki cuisine.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking

6Edo Kokoro Yamaboushi

Tenjin Minami Sta. / Sushi, Seafood

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • -
  • Wednesday, Sunday, Public Hol...
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2024

Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2024

7Unagiya Shibafukuya

Kokusai Center Sta. / Unagi (Eel)

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • Tuesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog Tempura "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Tempura "Tabelog 100" 2025

8Ozashiki Tempura Ayame

Higashi Betsuin Sta. / Tempura

Enjoy exquisite tempura made with seasonal vegetables and fresh fish in a "private room" limited to just two groups per day. Perfect for special occasions like business meetings!

  • JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
  • -
  • Saturday, Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

9Yakiniku Ginza Kobau Tokubetsushitsu

Ginza Sta. / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Tripe, Korean

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Menu with photos
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog Italian TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Italian TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

10Convivio

Kita Sando Sta. / Italian, Wine bar, Innovative

A Plate of Memories: Chef Tsuji's 4 Years in Tuscany - Charcoal-Grilled Meat Platter Tuscany Course

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

11Nikushou Nakata Hon Ten

Namba Sta. / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Steak, Shabu shabu (Japanese hotpot)

Evolving Yakiniku in Namba for 25 Years! Enjoy your meal in a relaxed setting, just a 5-minute walk from Exit 14 of Namba Station!

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

12Torimasa

Miyazaki Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Japanese Cuisine, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Enjoy rare cuts and authentic skewers at this yakitori restaurant!

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

13Hyogo Dori

Torichosuji Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

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

Selected for Tabelog Tempura "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Tempura "Tabelog 100" 2025

14Tempura Kawatatsu

Katsuragawa Sta. / Tempura, Japanese Cuisine
  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

15Binchotan Yakiniku Takechiyo

Shinsakae Machi Sta. / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Tripe, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

【Just a 2-minute walk from Exit 1 of Shinsakae Station!】 Enjoy private rooms and a banquet hall for up to 75 guests on the 2nd floor. Our most popular Aoi Course with all-you-can-drink is just JPY 5,500!

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

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

16Niku no Higuchi Chokuei Yakiniku Yasufuku Hon Ten

Tajimi Sta. / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Beef dishes

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2024

Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2024

17Unagi Mejiro Zorome

Mejiro Sta. / Unagi (Eel)

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog Chinese TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2024

Selected for Tabelog Chinese TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2024

18Wakiya Ichiemi Charou

Akasaka Sta. / Chinese, Sichuan

A Modern Chinese Cuisine Pioneer Creating Healthy Dishes from Seasonal Ingredients Nurtured by Japan's Four Seasons

  • JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability

19Ginza Yuina

Ginza Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Crab

  • JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog Hot Pot "Tabelog 100" 2024

Selected for Tabelog Hot Pot "Tabelog 100" 2024

20Shimabuta Ryukyu Gyuu San Bettei

Shabu shabu (Japanese hotpot), Sukiyaki (Japanese sweet soy hotpot), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Limited to 6 groups per day! (Reservation only) A hidden gem frequented by celebrities. Indulge in the unique crystal hot pot featuring Agu pork and Mozuku lettuce shabu-shabu, as well as luxurious A5 grade Wagyu beef sukiyaki made with our homemade dipping sauce.

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