Best Creative, Innovative (Sake) in Japan

1Nijo Kizuki

Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae Sta. / Sushi, Creative, Japanese Cuisine
  • JPY 6,000~JPY 7,999
  • JPY 1,000~JPY 1,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

2unaginonedoko Shinsaibashi Honten

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

[Kansai's first Grilled skewer eel specialty store] Kansai-style grilled eel specialty store featured in "Matsuko's Unknown World"

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

The Tabelog Award 2024 Bronze winner

The Tabelog Award 2024 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog French EAST "Hyakumeiten" 2023

Selected for Tabelog French EAST "Hyakumeiten" 2023

3AKI NAGAO

Susukino Sta. / French, Innovative

We also recommend Restaurants pairings that express Hokkaido's four seasons on a single plate!

  • 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

4Japanese cuisine Hanamusashi Shunka

Ikebukuro Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Creative

Please enjoy the delicate flavors that bring out the natural flavors of the ingredients, as well as the seasonal colors and presentation.

3.46

166

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

5Consai

Kagurazaka Sta. / Creative, French, Vegetable dishes

1 minute walk from Kagurazaka Station. Unique dishes that combine the best of Japanese and French cuisine cuisine, using fresh vegetables from contracted farmers.

  • JPY 8,000~JPY 9,999
  • JPY 5,000~JPY 5,999
  • Tuesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Vegetarian options
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6The Mimasu Ya

Gion Shijo Sta. / Creative, Japanese Cuisine, Izakaya (Tavern)

A Kyoto tradition that only appears during the summer.Enjoy your meal while looking out at the Kamogawa River and feeling the murmur of the river.

3.38

115

  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
  • JPY 2,000~JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

7Kobe Rogama Kobo

Motomachi Sta. / Steak, Creative, Nihonshu (Japanese sake)

[Side-by-side counter seats] This restaurant uses a hearth to grill Kobe beef over Kishu Binchotan charcoal. *Reservations must be made at least one day in advance.

3.48

43

  • JPY 10,000~JPY 14,999
  • JPY 8,000~JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog Italian WEST "Hyakumeiten" 2023

Selected for Tabelog Italian WEST "Hyakumeiten" 2023

8IL GHIOTTONE Kyotohonten

Gion Shijo Sta. / Italian, Pasta, Innovative

If Italy had a province called Kyoto

  • JPY 15,000~JPY 19,999
  • JPY 6,000~JPY 7,999
  • Tuesday、Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

9Uotami Fujisan Eki Mae Ten

Mt Fuji Sta. / Izakaya (Tavern), Seafood, Creative

A calm Japanese atmosphere creates relaxation

3.03

8

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

10Kuro Maru Nagoya Taikodoriguchi Ekimae Ten

Nagoya Sta. / Izakaya (Tavern), Seafood, Creative

Your own supreme gourmet space ☆ Great value and fun banquet ♪

3.02

20

  • JPY 2,000~JPY 2,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

11Scorpione Gion

Gion Shijo Sta. / Italian, Pasta, Innovative

Italian Cuisine restaurant that was built over 160 years ago and is a former tea house. Forget the hustle and bustle of the city and have a special time

3.44

203

  • JPY 6,000~JPY 7,999
  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking

12Ginnan

Kyoto Sta. / Izakaya (Tavern), Tofu dishes, Creative

3 minutes from the central exit of Kyoto Station ◆ Our all-you-can-drink plan with many of our favorite menu items is very popular ★ Accommodates 20 or more people

3.15

60

  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

13Ginza 2 Chome Mitasu Cafe

Ginza Itchome Sta. / Cafe, Izakaya (Tavern), Creative

A cafe that satisfies your mind and body for lunch and dinner

3.40

189

  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000~JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

14Yushokuya Jugojugo

Shinsaibashi Sta. / Izakaya (Tavern), Creative, Bar

シズル感たっぷり“生まぐろトロすき身炙り”は数量限定!550円均一の美酒佳肴を隠れ家空間で

3.08

11

  • JPY 2,000~JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Sunday、Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability

15TOSA DINING Okyaku

Ginza Itchome Sta. / Regional Cuisine, Creative, Seafood

銀座一丁目駅10秒◆現地産食材と職人技が織りなす、高知県の魅力あふれる料理と地酒を楽しむ

3.49

349

  • JPY 5,000~JPY 5,999
  • JPY 2,000~JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

16Kozara ga Shuyaku Oshiri yes

Shin Fukushima Sta. / Izakaya (Tavern), Creative, Baru (Spanish style bar)

[3 minutes walk from Shin-Fukushima Station] Small plates are the main attraction! We propose and serve stylish dishes. A creative, genre-less izakaya Izakaya (Japanese-style bar)

3.35

104

  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Menu with photos
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17Kuzushi Washoku Koukian Nihonbashi Ten

Shin Nihombashi Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Creative, Izakaya (Tavern)

[Mitsukoshi-mae, 3 minutes walk from Kanda Station] Enjoy seasonal sashimi and carefully selected beef in a variety of private rooms♪ Come join us for a welcome and farewell party!

3.41

156

  • JPY 5,000~JPY 5,999
  • ~JPY 999
  • Sunday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

18Wakana ~Wakana~

Fushimi Sta. / Italian, French, Innovative

Gorgeous and delicate regardless of genre. We want you to enjoy your meal time.

  • JPY 15,000~JPY 19,999
  • JPY 8,000~JPY 9,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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19Go Motosumiyoshimise

Motosumiyoshi Sta. / Izakaya (Tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Creative

<5 minutes walk from Motosumiyoshi Station> A must-see for local chicken lovers! We are proud of our Satsuma Chiran chicken, famous for its firm texture and rich flavor!

3.18

91

  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability

20BAR DINING MARUGO

Ginza Sta. / Dining bar, Creative, European

We are celebrating our 25th year in Ginza. We have a variety of courses! Have your end of year drinking party at Margo!

3.37

122

  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Sunday、Public Holiday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
Online reservationCheck availability