Best Creative, Innovative (Shochu & For Dates) in Japan

1Seiyo Zensho Kaburaki

Nomachi Sta. / Creative, French, Bistro

~ Taste authentic French French cuisine at a long-established restaurant ~ Luxurious moments with Steak, abalone, and more...Lunch available (reservation required)

3.26

35

  • JPY 5,000~JPY 5,999
  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

2Giro Giro Kagurazaka

Ushigome Kagurazaka Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Creative

Restaurants full of elegance in an old private house, serving dishes that combine the charm of each season with unique creativity.

  • JPY 6,000~JPY 7,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

3Cuvee

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.

3.18

43

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

4Nappa SUN Kamata

Hasunuma Sta. / Izakaya (Tavern), Dining bar, Creative

Order a course meal and enjoy 3 hours of all-you-can-drink for just 550 yen! Beer and sparkling wine also available!

3.43

167

  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
  • Monday、Sunday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability

5Wadachi

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

4 minutes from Chofu Station◆Enjoy fresh seafood from Toyosu and wine on tap◎Stylish Spanish bar-style Izakaya (Japanese-style bar)

3.11

42

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

6Kyoya 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

20

  • 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
  • Menu with photos
Online reservationCheck availability

7Kyo o Ajiwau Private rooms Kukan Uguisu Kyoto Ekimae Ten

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

Relax and relax without worrying about the seat next to you. Enjoy Kyoto cuisine in a completely private space

3.12

42

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

8Koma Hibiki

Shinsakae Machi Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Creative, Izakaya (Tavern)

◆A calm space where you can enjoy seasonal flavors and seasonal sake

3.34

60

  • JPY 8,000~JPY 9,999
  • JPY 1,000~JPY 1,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
Online reservationCheck availability

9Kushi Katsu to Wine Ageha Tokyu Puraza Ginza Ten

Ginza Sta. / Kushi-age (Deep-fried skewers), Izakaya (Tavern), Creative

Ginza Station ◇ A variety of crispy kushikatsu and a marriage of carefully selected wine. Ideal for a multi-course drinking party

3.39

117

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

10Nappa Gochisou Meguro

Meguro Sta. / Izakaya (Tavern), Dining bar, Creative

Order a course meal and enjoy 3 hours of all-you-can-drink for just 550 yen! Beer and sparkling wine also available!

3.46

301

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

11Kobe Tei Nagoya Ten

Takaoka Sta. / Kushi-age (Deep-fried skewers), Creative

☆ A hideaway just a 1-minute walk from Takatake Station ☆ We offer a course of kushikatsu made with special care for each piece.

3.47

47

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

12Sumikushi Manten Kyoto Ekimae Ten

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

Delicious ♪ A famous manten made with fresh vegetables wrapped in pork! Colorful “vegetable wrapped skewers”

3.23

61

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

13Yakiniku × Sosaku Bistro Shoshin Shoumei

Jiyugaoka Sta. / Yakiniku (BBQ Beef), Bistro, Innovative

[Opening August 29th] Enjoy rare Wagyu beef Yakiniku (Grilled meat) and seasonal Creative Cuisine in a space renovated from an old Japanese house. Private rooms available.

3.06

25

  • JPY 6,000~JPY 7,999
  • JPY 2,000~JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

14Nishi Shinjuku Uotaka

Shinjuku Nishiguchi Sta. / Seafood, Izakaya (Tavern), Creative

[Many private rooms available] Enjoy exquisite seafood and a wide variety of local sake. [Private room banquets welcome!]

3.23

52

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

15Totsuki Tooka

Umegaoka Sta. / Creative, Bar

A simple dish and precious time ◆ A masterpiece created by a famous Kyoto restaurant chef using vegetables delivered directly from the source and fresh seasonal fish. reservation on the day.

3.27

30

  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Monday、Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Separate smoking area
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

16TA+26= Taniroku

Tanimachi 6 Chome Sta. / Izakaya (Tavern), Creative, Italian

[1 minute from Tanimachi 6-chome Station] Delicate creative Japanese Japanese-style meal made with the sensibilities of a female chef. Enjoy delicious sake and side dishes in a calm space.

3.34

78

  • JPY 5,000~JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000~JPY 1,999
  • Sunday、Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

17Kaigetsu

Omote Sando Sta. / Vegetable dishes, Japanese Cuisine, Creative

Lots of vegetables. We are proud of our colorful obanzai that is gentle on the body. The relaxing Japanese space is perfect for dinner parties and entertaining guests.

3.19

14

  • JPY 8,000~JPY 9,999
  • JPY 1,000~JPY 1,999
  • Sunday、Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Vegetarian options
Online reservationCheck availability

18Tatsuya TAZ-YA Hankyu Umeda Ten

Osaka Umeda Sta. / Creative, Nihonshu (Japanese sake), Izakaya (Tavern)

[3 minutes from Umeda Station] Our own farm vegetables, freshly shaved bonito flakes, and exquisite sake. Creative Japanese-style meal made with carefully selected ingredients [Welcome party]

3.49

353

  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000~JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

19Takayouji Minatomirai

Shin Takashima Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Innovative, Dining bar

[7 minutes walk from Minatomirai Station] "Takayoji Minatomirai" where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Yokohama in 270 degrees

3.22

38

  • 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

20Rum and Peace

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

A restaurant that serves creative lamb dishes and alcoholic beverages using our proud Australian lamb meat◎

3.34

52

  • JPY 6,000~JPY 7,999
  • JPY 1,000~JPY 1,999
  • Monday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability