Tokyo Restaurants(1403)
SEAT RESERVATIONMetis Roppongi
Get acquainted with Roppongi’s fusion cuisine scene with Metis Roppongi, blending Japanese cuisine with French techniques in the spirit of “wakon-yosai”. Enjoy an original omakase course with unique twists on Japanese and French cuisine.
SEAT RESERVATIONMutsukari
This Michelin-starred gastronomic haven seamlessly crafts the pinnacle of traditional Kaiseki cuisine, creating an atmosphere that mirrors the sophistication of its upscale surroundings.
SEAT RESERVATIONNishiazabu Noguchi
Chef Shotaro Noguchi’s devotion to kaiseki is shown here at Nishiazabu Noguchi, where he pays homage to his extensive training in Japanese cuisine by adding his own unique touches — a culinary approach that has earned him a Michelin star.
SEAT RESERVATIONMiyasaka
This Michelin-starred Japanese gem stands as a testament to the artistry and precision of Japanese cuisine, capturing the essence of seasons in each delicate dish.
COURSE MENUSushi Benkei Umi Ginza
Niigata’s foremost sushi specialist, this time in Tokyo. This Ginza omakase sushi restaurant next to the Kabukiza Theatre combines the best seafood from Sado Island and the mastery of one of Roppongi’s most famous chefs.
COURSE MENUGinza Kuki
A fermentation and aging process perfected over four generations gives the miso at Ginza Kuki unmatched complexity. Its measured approach to miso-based dishes lets diners discover new flavor and intricacy in an oft-overlooked household staple.
COURSE MENURokkasen Shinjuku Nishiguchi Honten
All-you-can-eat yakiniku, elegantly executed. The acclaimed Rokkasen in Shinjuku satisfies diners with its sophisticated take on Japanese flame-grilled meat buffet and distinct brand of omotenashi hospitality.
SEAT RESERVATIONSaito
Witness how minor alterations to ingredients alter the flavors significantly at this Roppongi sushiya.
COURSE MENUArakicho Tenpaku (Formerly Kondou)
As is apt for an establishment that takes its name from a Zen saying about purity and natural beauty, this tempura restaurant uses pure taihaku sesame oil to enhance the inherent flavor of its carefully-chosen produce.
COURSE MENUAllié
Whether it’s pufferfish, Hokkaido lamb or Gunma corn, chef Tadashi Harashima and sommelier pay the utmost respect to their suppliers through their masterful French cuisine and impeccable wine pairings at this Azabu-juban establishment.
COURSE MENUIseju
Once-in-a-lifetime indulgence of hand-cut A5 kuroge wagyu sukiyaki cooked on charcoal and drenched in warishita sauce, prepared with the uncompromising standards expected from Tokyo’s oldest sukiyaki restaurant in Nihonbashi.
COURSE MENUYotsuya Ushiko
Created by a wholesale wagyu beef company, Yotsuya Ushiko provides the most premium cuts of domestic beef at a competitive price range—making wagyu accessible for the average person’s occasional indulgence.
COURSE MENUTaira
Domestic free-range chicken skewers are grilled upon ordering here at this Minami-Aoyama restaurant, but won’t leave guests’ clothes smelling like smoke. Chicken is accompanied by seasonal fare and sake, served with hospitality.
COURSE MENUTsukiji Jisaku
Step back in time at Tsukiji Jisaku and relax in a historic setting with a serene garden. Savor fresh, seasonal flavors with kaiseki courses and signature mizutaki hotpot, a generations-old recipe passed down by a single chef.
SEAT RESERVATIONAzabu Sushi Kokoro
The originator of “ikusei-sushi”, head chef Michimasa Nakamura personally ages every fish served in this Minami-Azabu establishment. His signature aging process gives Azabu Sushi Kokoro's sushi's taste and texture a unique dimension.
COURSE MENUOkonomiyaki Monjayaki Eetoko Yoyogi
Say “kanpai!” at this retro izakaya in Yoyogi. Enjoy classic Osaka-style okonomiyaki, Tokyo-style monjayaki, and the festival favorite yakisoba at this fun gastropub.
COURSE MENUYakiniku excellent Ginza
The best of Japanese beef is done differently in this upscale Ginza yakiniku restaurant, run by the former executive chef of the legendary Toraji Group. Each cut of beef is dry-aged to perfection for maximum flavor.
COURSE MENUImakoko
The bounties of Ishikawa Prefecture’s Noto Peninsula are masterfully prepared at this Shibuya establishment, founded and run by a world-class chef who once served at the Embassy of Japan in Bolivia.
COURSE MENUGinza Hassen
Grown, harvested and processed for almost 250 years on the Aomori coast, the sake served at Ginza Hassen is second to none. Contemporary kaiseki cuisine from master chef Shuichi Sugimoto serves as the perfect accompaniment to such a storied icon.
COURSE MENUBel Sogno
Born in Miyazaki and trained in Italy, Chef Yuji Nakamoto writes a love letter to both through his fusion cuisine. Inventive dishes like matcha tiramisu and eel risotto not only showcase his skill, but the quality of the Miyazaki-sourced ingredients.
COURSE MENUAkasaka Kenmochi
With seasonal produce sourced from all over Japan and served on traditional ko-imari porcelain, chef Makoto Kenmochi creates course menus that aim to tantalize all of his diners’ five senses.
COURSE MENUUshi ni Kanabou Azabu-juban
Taking its name from a Japanese saying to make something even better, this Azabu-juban restaurant does exactly that with a French-inspired approach to the simple act of grilling meat.
COURSE MENUUma-Cha Sangenjaya
One of southern Kyushu’s best-kept culinary secrets, horse meat, or ba-niku, isn’t just supremely nutritious—it’s also an extremely versatile meat bursting with flavor. There’s no better way to experience it than at this Sangenjaya specialist.
COURSE MENUChicken Kappo Hajime
History and interior design aficionados will be swept up in the Taisho Roman era-inspired interior of Chicken Kappo Hajime, but the sheer juiciness and flavor of its mizutaki and yakitori are the real stars of the show.
COURSE MENUHokkaisushi and Tempura Sushiyama Shinjuku
Gourmands who might not be able to make a Hokkaido trip will satisfy their north-country cravings at this Shinjuku restaurant, which receives its seafood fresh from Hakodate’s famed Asaichi Morning Market every day.
COURSE MENUShabushabu Okaka Shinjuku
By adding bonito flakes just a fraction of a millimeter thick at the last possible second, the specially-prepared dashi broth at Shabushabu Okaka Shinjuku receives a bright burst of flavor—a perfect match for creamy kurobuta shabu-shabu pork.
COURSE MENUUSHIHACHI Ueno
The perfect way to end a day at Ueno Park: high-quality wagyu beef at Ushihachi Ueno, which aims to be the most cost-effective yakiniku in the country. “No meat, no life” is written on the wall—and after eating here, you’ll be inclined to agree.
COURSE MENUUSHIHACHI Shinagawa - Konan Exit Branch
Taking some design cues from traditional American speakeasies, this yakiniku establishment is nothing if not stylish. Ushihachi Shinagawa provides guests with the opportunity to relax and indulge in high-quality yet affordable grilled meat.
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Tokyo is the city for globe-trotters looking to expand their palettes and culinary knowledge. Home to over 180 Michelin-starred restaurants, the Japanese capital is a culinary wonderland with restaurants offering every cuisine of every caliber, from street food classics in Asakusa to high-grade Edomae sushi in Ginza. Tokyo's range of restaurants is phenomenal, always offering delicious food wherever you might find yourself seated.
No matter what kind of dining experience in Tokyo you desire, traditional Japanese restaurants, some over a century old, coexist with futuristic establishments filled with robots, offering a smorgasbord of foreign and local Japanese cuisine. Enjoy grilling your own wagyu beef yakiniku style, or watch the morning's catch prepared by an expert chef at an omakase sushi restaurant. Maybe better still, slurp up hearty ramen noodles squashed elbow-to-elbow with locals somewhere downtown or at a family-run tempura restaurant with only 10 seats and an astonishing queue.
Don't let your sightseeing get in the way of good Japanese food, because whether you're exploring around Tokyo Tower or filling up on cheap thrills at Tokyo Dome, there are Tokyo eateries in every neighborhood. Traveling solo? Worry not. Tokyo has plenty of places for eating alone, too.
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