Best Creative, Innovative (Sake & Counter Seats) 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

2Kyoya THE KIYOMIZU Miyukicho

Kyoto Kawaramachi Sta. / Izakaya (Tavern), Creative, Japanese Cuisine

An old private house built in the Meiji period has been completely renovated into a modern style. Japanese Japanese-style meal starting with Kyoto obanzai, served with sake and wine.

3.09

18

  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Tuesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Separate smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

3Shibuya Teppanyaki Rin

Shibuya Sta. / Steak, Teppanyaki, Creative

■Near Shibuya Station■Many private rooms■Luxury Teppan-yaki for adults that stimulates the five senses

3.28

49

  • JPY 10,000~JPY 14,999
  • JPY 5,000~JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

4Kobe 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.

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

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine TOKYO "Hyakumeiten" 2023

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine TOKYO "Hyakumeiten" 2023

5Hiroyuki

Higashi Ginza Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Creative, Seafood

~Luxurious home cooking~ Creative Japanese Cuisine served with the skills and sensitivity of craftsmen, served in a moist and elegant setting in Higashi Ginza.

  • JPY 20,000~JPY 29,999
  • JPY 10,000~JPY 14,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

The Tabelog Award 2024 Silver winner

The Tabelog Award 2024 Silver winner

6Bia

Nogizaka Sta. / Innovative, Japanese Cuisine, Thai

A new challenge to create a taste by combining Thai Cuisine and Japanese Cuisine. Enjoy blissful wine pairings in a private space.

  • JPY 30,000~JPY 39,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

7kaikaya by the sea

Shinsen Sta. / Seafood, Creative, Japanese Cuisine

3.46

268

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

8Tokyo Kappo Terunari

Yotsuya Sanchome Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, French, Innovative

◆1 Michelin star ◆You can't take reservations [Suzunari] Enjoy Japanese-style meal at our sister restaurant...

3.42

97

  • JPY 10,000~JPY 14,999
  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
  • Sunday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

9omotesandou ixen

Meiji Jingumae Sta. / French, Innovative

Even if the restaurant is fully booked, you may be able to make a reservation on the official website. Click on "Homepage" at the bottom.

  • JPY 8,000~JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog French WEST "Hyakumeiten" 2023

Selected for Tabelog French WEST "Hyakumeiten" 2023

10Imparfait

Hommachi Sta. / French, Innovative

Japanese modern x innovative using only seasonal domestic ingredients

  • JPY 10,000~JPY 14,999
  • JPY 5,000~JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

11Shin Chinese HARAKAWA Kitashinchi Ten

Kitashinchi Sta. / Chinese, Seafood, Creative

2 minutes from Kitashinchi Station ◆We offer "New Chinese Cuisine" based on the same origin of medicine and food that pleases the mind and body in a luxurious space.

  • JPY 15,000~JPY 19,999
  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
  • Saturday、Sunday、Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

12Karasumaoike UI

Karasuma Oike Sta. / Bistro, French, Creative

[3 minutes from Karasuma Oike Station] Enjoy delicate and memorable French cuisine cuisine in a relaxing space with a Kyoto-like atmosphere.

3.33

47

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

13Icchaga

Kintetsu Yokkaichi Sta. / Izakaya (Tavern), Chicken dishes, Creative

3 minutes from Yokkaichi Station ◆ Now accepting reservations for banquets and farewell parties! Charcoal grill and Japanese-style meal restaurant. \You can drink as much as you want on the day/

3.15

24

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

14Teppanyaki to Osake sAtoriya

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

[1 minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station] Enjoy Creative Cuisine using Teppan-yaki which is only known to those in the know, with wine and sake.

3.30

36

  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
  • ~JPY 999
  • Sunday、Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability

15Osaka Tempura Saku

Nakazakicho Sta. / Tempura, Innovative

[2 minutes walk from Nakazakicho Station] Tempura course with free drinks of fine sake is very popular!

  • JPY 10,000~JPY 14,999
  • JPY 8,000~JPY 9,999
  • Sunday、Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability

16Sosaku Teppanyaki Yorito

Shin Koiwa Sta. / Teppanyaki, Creative

[3 minutes from Shin-Koiwa Station] Enjoy Kuroge Wagyu beef and seasonal Seafood on a special Teppan-yaki ◆ Relax in a stylish space that is perfect for everyday use ◎

3.02

12

  • JPY 5,000~JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000~JPY 1,999
  • Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Separate smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Vegetarian options
Online reservationCheck availability

17KIWAMI

Hongo Sanchome Sta. / Italian, Pasta, Creative

[Course reservation only] Special plan for only one group per day! 6 people ~ Fully reserved ♪

3.05

15

  • JPY 5,000~JPY 5,999
  • ~JPY 999
  • Saturday、Sunday、Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
Online reservationCheck availability

18Shunsai Washoku Wagaya Jinbocho Ten

Jimbocho Sta. / Izakaya (Tavern), Japanese Cuisine, Creative

1 minute walk from Jimbocho Station [Private rooms available★Smoking allowed] Seasonal Japanese Japanese-style meal served with carefully selected ingredients

3.00

6

  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Separate smoking area
Online reservationCheck availability

19San San San

Ginza Sta. / Creative, Japanese Cuisine, Seafood

Enjoy creative Japanese-style meal that evokes the four seasons in a sophisticated space, paired with delicious sake.

3.22

27

  • JPY 15,000~JPY 19,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Separate smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability

20Cuvee

Azabu Juban Sta. / French, Wine bar, Creative

[No closing days, open until 5am] We offer a perfect marriage of seasonal ingredients with carefully selected wines and dishes.

3.19

40

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