Best Izakaya (Japanese style tavern) near Kumamoto Castle/City Hall Sta.

Izakaya (Japanese style tavern) near Kumamoto Castle/City Hall Sta.

1Tsugumi

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

Now accepting reservations for May and June! Enjoy horse sashimi and fresh sashimi! Relax in a calm space while savoring grilled chicken, vegetable rolls, and straw-grilled dishes, paired with carefully selected wines. Experience the craftsmanship at our popular counter, private rooms, and tables.

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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2Hibiki

Hanabatacho Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Sushi

Freshness is our pride! We offer a variety of dishes including live fish directly from Amakusa and Kumamoto's local specialty, "Basashi" (raw horse meat)! We also focus on quality ingredients like Kumamoto's local chicken, "Amakusa Daiou," and A5-ranked Wagyu beef!

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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3Ryoriya Hachi

Karashimacho Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Italian, Horse meat dishes

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Vegetarian options
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4Nishigin Botan

Karashimacho Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Regional Cuisine, Horse meat dishes

Kumamoto's local cuisine featuring Basashi and a variety of fresh seafood and mountain delicacies from the local Amakusa and Aso regions.

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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5kozararyouri to kamayaki kamano

Karashimacho Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yoshoku (Japanese style western cuisine), Horse meat dishes

Our signature dish is the oven-baked delicacies and small plates, featuring horse sashimi and Akaushi beef. Enjoy a blissful moment in our stylish adult space.

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

6Tori Ryori Ichiwa

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

3.36

46

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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7Yakitori Sakaba Toridaruma Kumamoto Shitadori Ten

Torichosuji Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Regional Cuisine

The yakitori tavern "Toridaruma" has opened its first location in Kumamoto! Be sure to enjoy our "Jidori Skewers" and "Ultimate Skewers"!

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
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8Sakasou

Karashimacho Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Regional Cuisine, Seafood

【Supporting Kumamoto through Food】We offer a generous course meal! Make your reservation now!

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
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9Gyosho Uotarashi Kumamoto Shimodori Ten

Hanabatacho Sta. / Seafood, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Sushi

3.09

23

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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10AKINAI

Hanabatacho Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Nabe (Japanese hot pot), Seafood

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  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available

11Zenseki Private rooms Umeko no Ie Kumamoto Shimodori Ten

Kumamoto Castle/City Hall Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

[Private Rooms Available] 2 minutes from Tsutomachi-suji Tram Stop | Creative Japanese Cuisine | Perfect for Business Meetings, Gatherings, and Parties | Courses starting from JPY 4000 with all-you-can-drink options

3.03

19

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
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12Sakana Ya Masaki

Torichosuji Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Chinese

Fresh seafood delivered directly from Amakusa, a must-try! We accommodate parties of up to 42 guests at Uoya Masaki.

3.07

15

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
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13Rion

Karashimacho Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Regional Cuisine, Oden

3.32

45

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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14Basashi & Yakitori Ebisu Mon

Hanabatacho Sta. / Seafood, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Horse meat dishes

A casual izakaya where you can enjoy fresh fish from Amakusa, skewers, and local specialties like Kumamoto's basashi, Amakusa Daioh chicken, and Akagyu beef! 【Special Course!! Whole Tai Sashimi, Abalone Sashimi, and Akagyu Sukiyaki】 with 9 dishes + [All-you-can-drink] for JPY 6000!

3.22

53

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
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15Kuroyanagi

Kumamoto Castle/City Hall Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Regional Cuisine, Seafood

Famous for its spicy hot pot "Nakkopse" and juicy tsukune. A cozy izakaya that fits various occasions.

3.03

4

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
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16Nana Mizuki

Karashimacho Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Horse meat dishes, Seafood

3.33

42

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
  • Vegetarian options
Online reservationCheck availability

17Baniku Sakaba Mimura Kumamoto Shimodori Ten

Karashimacho Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Horse meat dishes, Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ)

3.28

29

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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18Uogashi Banya

Kumamoto Castle/City Hall Sta. / Seafood, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Just a 3-minute walk from Kumamoto Castle and City Hall Station! Enjoy seasonal fresh fish and local Kumamoto cuisine in private rooms. Perfect for various banquets!

3.29

74

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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19Takiniku Gyuchan Kumamoto Ginnan Kitadori Ten

Hanabatacho Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Pork shabu shabu, Nabe (Japanese hot pot)

3.13

13

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
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20Kumamoto Uokura

Torichosuji Sta. / Seafood, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Horse meat dishes

【Welcome to Parties!】Enjoy the culinary delights of Kumamoto, Kyushu, in a stylish private space with skilled techniques.

3.30

44

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