Best Restaurants (For Celebrations and Surprises) in Japan

The Tabelog Award 2025 Bronze winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog 焼肉 TOKYO "Hyakumeiten" 2024

Selected for Tabelog 焼肉 TOKYO "Hyakumeiten" 2024

1Yoroniku

Omote Sando Sta. / Yakiniku (BBQ Beef), Horumon (BBQ Offel)

A new generation of meat restaurant that has overturned the concept of Yakiniku (Grilled meat) and created a new trend

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

2Shibuya Sushi Sen

Shibuya Sta. / Sushi, Seafood, Izakaya (Tavern)

Just 3 Minutes from Shibuya Station: Enjoy Innovative Edomae Sushi in a Serene Counter and Luxurious Private Rooms

3.44

421

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

3Seafood Buffet Dining Ginza Happo

Shimbashi Sta. / Yakiniku (BBQ Beef), Sushi, Izakaya (Tavern)

Japan's largest seafood buffet! Enjoy a luxurious time at our first-class yakiniku and Japanese-Western-Chinese buffet, featuring top-quality ingredients, ambiance, and flavors.

3.42

397

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

4Kyoto Sushi Matsumoto

Kyoto Sta. / Sushi, Japanese Cuisine, Seafood

A Famous Restaurant from Akasaka Opens in Kyoto.

3.48

232

  • JPY 10,000~JPY 14,999
  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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5Kyoto Yakiniku Gyurakutei

Shijo Sta. / Yakiniku (BBQ Beef), Horumon (BBQ Offel), Izakaya (Tavern)

Savor the True Flavor of Wagyu in a Japanese-Style Yakiniku Experience.

3.38

101

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

6Wagyu Yakiniku Yakiniku Tetsu

Shinjuku Nishiguchi Sta. / Yakiniku (BBQ Beef), Horumon (BBQ Offel), Korean

Experience the ultimate in Wagyu beef at this luxurious yakiniku restaurant, where you can savor the rich flavors of Kagoshima Black Beef in a modern setting.

  • JPY 6,000~JPY 7,999
  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
Online reservationCheck availability

7Yurakucho Kakida

Yoyogi Sta. / Sushi

[3-minute walk from Shinjuku Station] Enjoy our fresh, whole tuna! Of course, refills are free! Same-day reservations are also welcome!

3.43

365

  • JPY 10,000~JPY 14,999
  • JPY 10,000~JPY 14,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

8Sushi Tempura Gion Iwai

Gion Shijo Sta. / Sushi, Japanese Cuisine, Seafood

A Hard-to-Book Michelin-Listed Restaurant from Ashiya, Hyogo - New Location in Kyoto!

3.40

216

  • JPY 8,000~JPY 9,999
  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

9Yakiniku Kitan Hozenji

Namba Sta. / Yakiniku (BBQ Beef)

Kitankouzenji: New Tasting Course for A La Carte Available Now! Same-Day Reservations Welcome!

  • JPY 8,000~JPY 9,999
  • JPY 1,000~JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

10Kobe Beef Steak Sai Dining

Motomachi Sta. / Steak, Teppanyaki, Hamburger steak

A5 Grade Kobe Beef and Seasonal Vegetables Selected by a Sommelier at Our Teppan-yaki Counter

3.41

93

  • JPY 10,000~JPY 14,999
  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

11Shibuya Sushi Matsumoto

Shibuya Sta. / Sushi, Seafood, Japanese Cuisine

A Michelin-Starred Restaurant from Akasaka Opens in Shibuya!

3.47

349

  • JPY 10,000~JPY 14,999
  • JPY 5,000~JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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12BLUE BIRDS ROOF TOP TERRACE

Osaka Business Park Sta. / BBQ, Cafe

Starting from March 3rd, we are open for business! Located just a 1-minute walk from Osaka Castle, enjoy a panoramic view of Osaka Castle Park from our rooftop terrace at BLUE BIRDS ROOF TOP TERRACE.

3.36

136

  • JPY 8,000~JPY 9,999
  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
  • Vegetarian options
Online reservationCheck availability

13Shinjuku Sushi Tsumugi

Shinjuku Sta. / Sushi, Seafood, Japanese Cuisine

Enjoy Authentic Edomae Sushi Crafted by a Chef from a Famous Restaurant! Omakase Course Starting at 9,800 Yen!

3.42

287

  • JPY 8,000~JPY 9,999
  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

14Seafood Buffet Dining Ginza Happo Shinjuku Ten

Shinjuku Sanchome Sta. / Buffet style, Seafood, Yakiniku (BBQ Beef)

Newly Opened on December 7! Enjoy Premium Yakiniku & Buffet Just 6 Minutes from Shinjuku Station

  • JPY 8,000~JPY 9,999
  • JPY 8,000~JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Gluten-Free options
  • Halal options
  • Kosher options
  • Hindu options
Online reservationCheck availability

15Yakiniku Inoue Ginza Ten

Ginza Itchome Sta. / Yakiniku (BBQ Beef), Horumon (BBQ Offel), Innovative

Experience a New Yakiniku Adventure in a Private House in Ginza

  • JPY 15,000~JPY 19,999
  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

16Wagyu Yakiniku All you can eat Takeda Shibuya Ten

Shibuya Sta. / Yakiniku (BBQ Beef), Izakaya (Tavern)

Renewed on August 4! Enjoy a Rich All-You-Can-Eat Menu Featuring A5 Wagyu and Sendai Beef Tongue Starting at 2980 Yen!

3.22

65

  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
  • JPY 2,000~JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

17Shibuya Sushiki

Shibuya Sta. / Sushi, Seafood

[3 Minutes from Shibuya Station] Enjoy Authentic Omakase Sushi and Various Sake Dishes at the Counter - Shibuya Sushiki

  • JPY 10,000~JPY 14,999
  • JPY 10,000~JPY 14,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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18Tempura Azabu Yokota Shinjuku Bettei

Shinjuku Sta. / Tempura, Japanese Cuisine, Sushi

Michelin Guide Featured for 8 Consecutive Years! Azabu-Juban Tempura Yokota Opens in Shinjuku for Authentic Tempura Experience

  • JPY 10,000~JPY 14,999
  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

19Sushi Ginza Onodera

Higashi Ginza Sta. / Sushi, Japanese Cuisine, Seafood

Sushi Ginza Onodera: Japan's Representative at the 2016 St. Moritz Gourmet Festival in Switzerland

  • JPY 30,000~JPY 39,999
  • JPY 8,000~JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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20Shinjuku Sushi Yokota

Shinjuku Sanchome Sta. / Sushi, Tempura, Japanese Cuisine

Eight Consecutive Years in the Michelin Guide: Experience Authentic Tempura and Sushi at "Tenfura Yokota" in Shinjuku

3.40

314

  • JPY 8,000~JPY 9,999
  • JPY 5,000~JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability