Best Chicken dishes (For Dining with Friends and Colleagues) in Japan

Chicken dishes in Japan

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

1Wabiya Koreki Do Gion Hanami Koji Honten

Gion Shijo Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Oyako-don (Chicken and egg bowl)

Gion Hanamikoji, a vibrant area in Kyoto. Indulge in flavorful local chicken paired with carefully selected fine sake.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

2Hyogo Dori

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

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

3Kashiwaya Kobayashi

Kurashikishi Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Selected as one of the "Top 100 Restaurants" on Tabelog for three consecutive years! Enjoy our carefully crafted yakitori, drinks, and a refined atmosphere.

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

4Shinjuku Imai-ya Honten

Shinjuku Sanchome Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Yakiniku Specialty Shop: Rare Akita Hinaijidori ★ Party courses starting from JPY 4,500 (All-you-can-drink for an additional JPY 1,500) Hori-kotatsu semi-private rooms for 4 to 50 guests ● Must-try popular chicken breast and skin combo! ● 3-minute walk from Shinjuku Station Central East Exit, 2-minute walk from Shinjuku Sanchome Station

3.49

1158

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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5Ginza Toriko

Ginza Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Wine bar

Enjoy authentic charcoal-grilled yakitori and carefully selected wines in Ginza, just a 3-minute walk from Ginza Station.

3.19

292

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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6Choro Matsu

Beppu Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Chicken dishes, Regional Cuisine

3.48

328

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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7Jidoriya Yamato

Kushida Shrine Sta. / Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Mizutaki

Enjoy fresh chicken dishes made with domestically sourced Asabiki chicken!

3.39

124

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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8Torie

Yushima Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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9Yakitori Tenguyashiki Momotaro

Okaido Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Chicken dishes

Smoky and Delicious! A Thousand Skewers in One Night. The Yakitori at "Momotarou" is a Hidden Gem Even VIPs Love.

3.28

83

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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10Yamauchi Nojo Kyoto Chuo Guchi Ekimae Ten

Kyoto Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Chicken dishes, Creative

Kagoshima's carefully sourced traditional free-range chicken and incredibly fresh seafood delivered daily! Enjoy our extensive all-you-can-drink options too!

3.03

45

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

11Yakitori Akira Nakamegurohonten

Naka Meguro Sta. / Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

This Week's Availability

3.48

632

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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12Honkaku Yakitori Daimyo Hete Ni

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

A Popular Spot That's Always Full! Enjoy exquisite yakitori made with carefully prepared Choshu Akadori and sterile pork.

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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13Hokkaido Shintoku Cho Tsukada Nojo Yaezukahokuguchiten

Nihombashi Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Dining bar, Chicken dishes

★Now Accepting Reservations for Welcome and Farewell Parties★ Choose from three options: JPY 4000, JPY 5000, or JPY 6000! Our top recommendation is "Tsukada Genghis Khan"! Enjoy the "Shintoku Jidori" chicken delivered directly from our own farm, along with the popular raclette cheese featured in the media!

3.08

98

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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14Hakata Jidori Fukuei Kumiai Shibuya Ten

Shibuya Sta. / Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Motsu-nabe

2 minutes from Shibuya Station! Right in front of 109. If there are no available seats online, please contact us by phone.

3.38

289

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

15Izakaya Riraku

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

Charcoal-Grilled Chicken Skewers Made with Freshly Sourced Asahibi Chicken Every Day! Enjoy our signature dish, the rich collagen chicken hot pot, along with a variety of carefully crafted chicken dishes!

3.30

81

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Thursday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
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16Kannonzaka Torikou

Ebisu Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Oyako-don (Chicken and egg bowl)

Ebisu's Hidden Gem for Adults: Exquisite Yakitori Paired with Select Wines from Around the World.

3.29

378

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Kids menu available
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17Nogizaka Torikou

Nogizaka Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Wine bar

Enjoy authentic charcoal-grilled yakitori paired with wine at Nogizaka's hidden gem.

3.27

315

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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18Wine to Sumibi Kushiyaki Ginza Teki

Higashi Ginza Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Wine bar

Just a minute's walk from the Ginza 4-chome intersection, enjoy a delightful pairing of around 150 varieties of fine wine and exquisite skewers. Join us for our 12th Anniversary Special Wine Fair! For more details, please check the menu page!

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • -
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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19Kyoto Mian

Omiya Sta. / Chicken dishes, Oyako-don (Chicken and egg bowl), Mizutaki

A serene and cozy traditional Kyoto townhouse experience

3.37

77

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Thursday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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20Ebisu Imai-ya Sohonten

Ebisu Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Yakiniku: Specialty Shop for Rare Akita Hinaijidori ★ Party plans starting from JPY 4,500 (All-you-can-drink + JPY 1,500) We offer various private rooms. Just a 1-minute walk from Ebisu Station. Complete private rooms with sunken kotatsu!

3.47

577

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
Online reservationCheck availability