Best Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers) in Japan

Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers) in Japan

1Yakitori Tsukada Shibuya

Shibuya Sta. 248m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Wine bar

A hidden gem for those who know the real deal. Rare yakitori made from directly sourced "Miyazaki Jitokko" chicken. Enjoy an exquisite course paired with wine.

3.40

261

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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2Kushiyaki Bistro Fukumimi Ginza koridō ten

Ginza Sta. 338m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

3.23

209

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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3Kushiyaki Manten - Shijo Karasuma

Karasuma Sta. 101m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative, Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

Enjoy skewers and a drink in an open-air space!

3.40

370

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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4Ginza Torishin

Uchisaiwaicho Sta. 401m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Kushiyaki

Enjoy exquisite yakitori grilled over Tosa Binchotan charcoal in a refined setting, with counter and private room options available. Counter seating starts at 4 PM.

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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5Ore no Kappou Yakitori Ginza 9 chome

Shimbashi Sta. 210m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Japanese Cuisine, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Just a 5-minute walk from Shimbashi and Ginza stations! Enjoy authentic charcoal-grilled yakitori and premium ingredients at great value!

3.46

1545

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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6Izumo Ikebukuro

Ikebukuro Sta. 107m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Unagi (Eel), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

New Year Party Reservations Now Open! All-You-Can-Drink Course ◇ Private Room Available! Smoking Allowed! Enjoy with Eel Skewers!

3.46

546

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Menu with photos
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

7Yakitori Hirano

Higashi Ginza Sta. 420m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

The moisture content of the chicken cannot be increased; just keep it still.

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
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  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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8Sumibi Kushiyaki Torito

Jingu Marutamachi Sta. 55m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Nabe (Japanese hot pot), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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9Yakitori Kurogane

Shinjuku Nishiguchi Sta. 109m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

A top-rated restaurant selected as one of Tabelog's 100 Best has moved from Kyobashi to Shinjuku. Enjoy a weekend-only lunch course!

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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10Gensen Yakitori Isseki Sanchou Honten

Shiodome Sta. 265m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Japanese Cuisine, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Just a 130-second walk from Shimbashi Station! Perfect for dates, girls' nights, business dinners, and entertaining guests. Enjoy Japanese sake, shochu, wine, and whiskey!

3.48

836

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • 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

11Wabiya Koreki Do Gion hanamikoji honten

Gion Shijo Sta. 320m / 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
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

12Omino Kamiya chou

Kamiyacho Sta. 218m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

Enjoy the harmonious collaboration of yakitori and Japanese cuisine!

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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13Tori Sato

Shimbashi Sta. 334m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Kushiyaki

Shinbashi Adult Hideaway Torisato Honten Expertly Grilled Yakitori and a Relaxing Counter. Perfect for Business Meetings or a Luxurious Night Out. Open on Weekends!

3.45

592

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • 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

14Yakitori Matsuri

Kitashinchi Sta. 185m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • Sunday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

15Sumibi Yakitori Ikoka

Sakaisuji Hommachi Sta. 547m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Japanese Cuisine

New Store Open‼︎ If you're looking for delicious yakitori, this is the place to be! We specialize in Nagano's local chicken, which is rare in Kansai. With only 9 counter seats, we carefully grill each skewer while keeping an eye on our customers' pace!

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

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

16Yakitori Shinohara

Nogizaka Sta. 514m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
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  • Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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17Kawa Ya Gion ten

Gion Sta. 169m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Just a 3-minute walk from Gion Station! Enjoy Fukuoka's famous "Hakata-style Kawa-yaki" in a comfortable setting. Perfect for tourists too!

3.49

460

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
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18Kushiyaki Bistro Fukumimi Shinjuku ten

Shinjuku Sanchome Sta. 174m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

3.25

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  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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19Kushiyaki Bistro Fukumimi Ginza 6

Higashi Ginza Sta. 167m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

3.07

32

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Menu with photos
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20Sumibi Yakitori Torijin Hanare Kumoji ten

Miebashi Sta. 342m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

6-minute walk from Miebashi Station and Kencho-mae Station ◆ Perfect for girls' parties and banquets! Enjoy chicken dishes for individuals or groups!

3.28

70

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Children welcome
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