Cheers at izakaya around Hamamatsucho Station! 20 places where you can enjoy great food and drinks

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Echigo Shubo Hakkaisan Hamamatsucho Honten, a 2-minute walk from JR Hamamatsucho Station, is an izakaya officially endorsed by the Japanese sake brand Hakkaisan.

The interior has a calm Japanese feel, and all 106 seats are in Private rooms with a sense of privacy.

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Many reviews said you should not miss the "Today's Special assorted fresh fish selected by expert eyes," which pairs perfectly with alcohol.

Every sashimi (raw fish slices) is said to be fresh and nicely fatty, with a thick cut yet a melt-in-your-mouth texture.

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The photo shows "Mochibuta no Harihari Dashi Shabu," a dish where you can fully enjoy Echigo mochi-buta (Echigo chewy pork), a Niigata brand pork.

The soup is well seasoned yet light, letting you enjoy the natural good taste of the ingredients themselves.

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Sumikin Hamamatsucho Honten is an izakaya (Japanese pub) about a 4-minute walk from the north exit of Hamamatsucho Station, with a calm atmosphere spread out in a basement space away from the bustle in front of the station.

There are table seats and Private room seating, and you order by scanning a QR code.

The photo shows the signature dish, the "Tokumori Negitoro (extra large minced tuna with green onion)".

The negitoro is said to have just the right amount of fat and melt on the tongue. Some reviews also say the pop of Hokkaido ikura (salmon roe) adds a nice accent and makes it even more delicious.

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The "Kieru Maho no Dashimaki Tamago (vanishing magic rolled omelet)" is said to melt softly the moment you put it in your mouth, just like its name suggests.

It is also packed with dashi (Japanese soup stock), and its aroma and gentle umami seem to spread across your whole mouth.

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Yakitori Fukunaga is a hideaway-like restaurant tucked a little way back inside a building near the Shibadaimon intersection.

It is a small place with just 19 seats in total, with 3 counter seats and 16 table seats. It is often fully booked, so making a reservation is recommended.

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The yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) are made with Shingen-dori (chicken from Yamanashi Prefecture) and grilled over charcoal.

Every skewer is said to be generously sized, with excellent freshness, grilling, and seasoning. The meat seems plump and springy, juicy, and slightly sweet.

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The photo shows "kawa-momo" (chicken thigh with skin), a popular item among Tabelog reviewers.

The skin is said to be crisp, while the meat stays juicy and tender. It also pairs perfectly with the sharp kick of sansho (Japanese pepper) from Kochi Prefecture served on the side.

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Torimatsu Hamamatsucho Honten is an izakaya located a 3-minute walk from the North Exit of Hamamatsucho Station.

There are 78 seats in total, with counter, table, and Sunken kotatsu seating. The interior has a lively feel and is said to have a somewhat nostalgic atmosphere.

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The photo shows the highly rated yakitori assortment (5 skewers). Every skewer is said to have plump meat that is tender and juicy.

The "reba (liver)" has no off notes, and the inside is lightly rare with a rich, creamy texture.

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The photo shows the specialty, “Hiroshima torikatsu (Hiroshima-style chicken cutlet).”

Under a mountain of cabbage, crispy torikatsu is tucked away, making it very filling. It is said to be seasoned on the stronger side, and so tasty that it has many repeat customers.

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Yaki Hamaguriru Daimon Ten is a Japanese izakaya located a 3-minute walk from Hamamatsucho Station.

The interior is a calm space with comfortable indirect lighting, and there are 37 seats in total, including 2 Semi-private rooms.

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The specialty yaki-hamaguri (grilled clams) is served in a style where freshly grilled clams keep coming one after another until you say stop.

The hamaguri (clams) from Kuwana, Mie, are said to be plump and full of umami. There are six different flavors, so you can enjoy them to the very end without getting tired of them.

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It also has a wide selection of single dish items that are said to be perfect as otsumami (small dishes to enjoy with drinks).

The photo shows the highly rated “surumeika (Japanese flying squid) Saikyo-yaki (Kyoto-style miso grill),” and reviews say the flesh is moist and tender, with the rich depth of the miso bringing out the squid’s flavor.

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Fudoki is a creative izakaya tucked away on a side street near the Daimon intersection, where you can enjoy a wide range of food from washoku (Japanese cuisine) to Asian dishes.

With a calm atmosphere that lets you feel the warmth of wood, it is also said to be popular for its high level of hospitality.

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The aburi shime-saba (seared cured mackerel) in the photo is said to have thick slices, with the skin lightly seared until crisp and fragrant.

Many reviews said the acidity was kept mild, making it easy to eat, and that the rich fat and perfect level of salt made it really tasty.

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Many people seem to visit for the restaurant's specialty creative pho, which comes in four flavors, and the photo shows the most popular one, "goma miso tantan pho (sesame miso dandan pho)."

It is said to have a mildly spicy, addictive flavor that pairs perfectly with the chewy texture of the pho.

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Gotojin Hamamatsucho Ten is an officially recognized izakaya by Goto City where you can enjoy Goto (the Goto Islands) cuisine, just a 1-minute walk from the South Exit of JR Hamamatsucho Station in a great location.

The interior has a calm Japanese feel, and in addition to table seating, there are also Private rooms where you can relax and enjoy your drinks.

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The "Kirishima Kurobuta (Kirishima Berkshire pork) shabu-shabu" is served in a style that lets you enjoy it with just ago dashi (flying fish broth), without any dipping sauce.

Reviews say the sweetness of the Kurobuta and the clean, sharp ago dashi come together perfectly. People also praise it in reviews for bringing out the natural flavor of the ingredients and tasting great.

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For the "Ikeshime kawahagi (thread-sail filefish) sashimi with liver - whole fish -," they prepare a kawahagi from the fish tank after you place your order.

The flesh is thick with a firm, springy texture, and the liver has no off notes. When you mix it into liver soy sauce and eat them together, the rich flavor is said to double.

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Hamamatsucho Stand Fuji is a casual izakaya located in an excellent spot just a 2-minute walk from JR Hamamatsucho Station. From snacks to go with drinks to finish Chinese soba noodles, they offer a wide range of reasonably priced and tasty menu items.

The inside has a nostalgic atmosphere, with two types of seating: counter seats and table seats.

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The photo shows their signature "chashu egg".

The sauce is said to have a rich soy sauce based flavor. The savory taste of the chashu (braised pork) and the rich flavor of the egg yolk blend together perfectly, and it is said to go great with alcohol.

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The “Toro Rebasashi (melt-in-your-mouth liver sashimi)” in the photo is also popular among Tabelog reviewers.

It is simply seasoned with sesame oil and salt, and eaten with garlic and green onion on top. The low-temperature cooked liver is fresh with no off notes, and it is said to have a melt-in-your-mouth taste.

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Tokyo Ebi Sakaba An no Joe is an izakaya (Japanese-style pub) located a 2-minute walk from the north exit of Hamamatsucho Station.

The interior, renovated from a traditional old house, has a calm atmosphere with a somewhat nostalgic feel. There are 50 seats in total across the first and second floors, all table seating.

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The photo shows the "Joe Ebi Gyoza (shrimp dumplings)," with one whole plump shrimp tucked inside each dumpling.

Take one bite, and the shrimp's rich aroma and flavor fill your mouth. It comes with three sauces mayonnaise, chili sauce, and basil so you can enjoy different flavors too.

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Many people order the photo's ebi ramen (shrimp ramen) To finish.

The soup, packed with concentrated shrimp flavor, is rich and full-bodied, and the large slices of chashu (braised pork) are also said to be tasty, earning praise from Tabelog reviewers.

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Toro Saba (fatty mackerel) Senmon Ten SABAR Hamamatsucho Daimon Ten is a 5-minute walk from the North Exit of Hamamatsucho Station, on the 5th floor of GEMS Daimon.

The restaurant has a calm atmosphere and feels spacious, with 10 counter seats, 28 table seats, and 20 Semi-private room seats.

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The photo shows the most popular toro-saba (fatty mackerel) sashimi 4-kind assortment.

It looks fresh, with no fishy off notes, and the flesh is plump. Some reviews also say that the high quality fat melts in your mouth, and when paired with yakumi (condiments), it tastes light and refreshing.

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The "Mega Toro Saba no Shioyaki" in the photo is said to be thick and large, making it very satisfying to eat.

The skin is crisp, the flesh is flaky, and the salt level is just right. It has a nice amount of fat and rich flavor, and pairs perfectly with both drinks and rice.

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Yakitori Takumi, a 5-minute walk from the North Exit of Hamamatsucho Station, is a yakitori restaurant with a wide selection of Japanese sake.

The clean interior has a calm Japanese-style atmosphere, and there are 25 seats in total, with counter and table seating.

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The yakitori is said to be carefully grilled one skewer at a time over charcoal using Domestic chicken.

The "Fukaya negima" is said to be an excellent match of juicy chicken and fragrant negi (Japanese leek). The sweet and savory tare sauce is just right, and it seems to bring out the full flavor of the ingredients.

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The photo shows the popular tsukune (chicken meatball skewers) among Tabelog reviewers.

The tsukune has a coarse-ground texture and is said to be light and tender. When the sauce mixes with the egg yolk, it becomes even richer in flavor.

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Minori is an izakaya (Japanese pub) that feels like a hidden retreat, tucked away in a basement in the lively office district, a 4-minute walk from Hamamatsucho Station.

There are only 16 seats in total, with table and counter seating, giving it a cozy, compact feel.

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The photo shows a summer-only Hot Pot filled with plenty of hamo (pike conger).

Since the broth for the Hot Pot is made with dashi, the style here is to eat it as is without dipping sauce. The hamo is scored beautifully, and people say it goes perfectly with alcohol.

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They source seafood from Tsukiji every morning, so you can enjoy exceptionally fresh sashimi.

Each piece is thick cut and satisfying to eat, and the minami maguro (southern bluefin tuna) is said to have no sinew and a smooth texture that melts in your mouth.

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About a 2-minute walk from the north exit of Hamamatsucho Station, Nagi is an izakaya along the train tracks that is popular for its daily recommended à la carte dishes and its tasty handmade soba (buckwheat noodles).

The interior has a wood-toned modern Japanese feel, and in addition to table seating, there are also counter seats with views of the train tracks and the night scenery.

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They source seafood and vegetables from Tsukiji every day, and the selection for the sashimi changes depending on what comes in that day.

By keeping preparation to a minimum, they preserve the freshness and let you enjoy the natural taste of the ingredients themselves.

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The photo shows the "seiro," perfect To finish.

The hand-cut noodles made with buckwheat flour from Ibaraki Prefecture are said to have a pleasantly firm bite, with an elegant aroma that spreads the more you chew. They also pair well with the slightly sweet dashi, and some reviews say it makes for a luxurious ending.

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When you're in the mood to enjoy drinks with seafood dishes in the Hamamatsucho area, Otoan is a great choice, just a 5-minute walk from the North Exit of Hamamatsucho Station.

There are 35 seats in total, with 7 counter seats and 28 table seats, and you can also use fully private rooms or Semi-private rooms where you can relax without worrying about the people around you.

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As a directly operated tuna wholesaler, this place serves very fresh maguro (tuna), along with dishes made with seafood shipped straight from Toyosu Market.

The "7-piece sashimi assortment" in the photo always includes hon-maguro (bluefin tuna) chutoro and akami, and it is also popular among Tabelog reviewers.

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The photo shows the highly rated "tempura assortment" that gets strong reviews from Tabelog reviewers.

They say the oil is well drained and the batter is crisp, letting you fully enjoy the natural flavors of the ingredients. The choice of toppings, including seafood and seasonal vegetables, is also excellent, and the shrimp is said to have a nice springy texture.

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Kaisen Donya Jizakaya Hamamatsucho Ten is an izakaya located close to the Daimon intersection, and it is known as a place where you can relax and enjoy food and drinks in an interior with a Japanese feel.

There are 250 seats in total, mainly table seating, and 13 rooms of various types of Private room are also available.

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The photo shows their most popular dish, today's sashimi (sliced raw fish) three-item assortment.

Every piece is said to be very fresh and nicely rich with fat. It also comes with a small kobachi (side dish) in addition to the three-item assortment, so it seems to offer a high level of Manzoku in both quality and quantity.

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They are known for their wide selection of Japanese sake, from standard labels to rare finds.

Of course, you can order your favorite Japanese sake A la carte, but if you want to try a variety, the All you can drink option is also recommended. The premium All you can drink plan also includes seasonal limited-edition Japanese sake.

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Shiba no Tori Ichidai is an izakaya praised for its wide range of dishes and drinks, including fresh sashimi, yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), and samgyetang (Korean ginseng chicken soup). It is located in the Shiba shopping street, a 9-minute walk from Hamamatsucho Station.

The interior has a calm atmosphere with a Japanese feel. There are 55 seats in total, with counter and table seating.

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The photo shows their signature dish, samgyetang (Korean ginseng chicken soup).

The soup is said to be full of rich chicken flavor, with a Japanese style taste and a nice kick of garlic. The meat is so tender that it falls apart with just a touch of chopsticks.

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There were also many reviews praising the yakitori (grilled chicken skewers). It is nicely browned on the outside and juicy inside, with rich flavor spreading with every bite.

The “Toro Shiro Reba” in the photo is said to have no off notes, with excellent cooking that gives it a melt-in-your-mouth taste.

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Shiba Daimon Sakura is a popular izakaya (Japanese pub) where you can enjoy drinks at a relaxed pace in a calm, black toned setting.

Tucked away on a back street near the Daimon intersection, this hideaway like spot has 27 seats in total, with high counter seats and tables for four.

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They offer a wide variety of à la carte dishes that pair perfectly with alcohol.

The photo shows the "Smoked Kazunoko (herring roe)," a dish that gets high marks in reviews from Tabelog reviewers. It seems to surprise many people with its fresh idea, something you would not easily find elsewhere.

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They use ingredients that arrive that day, including fresh hon-maguro (bluefin tuna) sourced from Tsukiji and seafood shipped directly from Kagoshima Prefecture.

The visually beautiful "sashimi assortment" is said to be extremely fresh, with no off notes at all.

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Sakedokoro Hoshina is an izakaya about a 13-minute walk from Hamamatsucho Station toward Shinbashi, set along a quiet and calm street, and it is well known as a place where you can enjoy seasonal Japanese food and carefully selected Japanese sake in a relaxed atmosphere.

Inside, the restaurant has a Shinshu mingei-style (folk craft style) interior, and reviews also say that the warm service and comfortable atmosphere are part of its appeal.

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They always stock more than 40 kinds of Japanese sake, with a lineup selected mainly for local sake that you can enjoy in everyday settings.

Some reviews also said that they could try drinks from all over Japan starting with small pours, and enjoy many different types of sake in a pleasant way.

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There are three courses available, and the one that ends with sushi is especially popular.

The head chef, a former sushi chef, serves authentic sushi, aging each fish to match its characteristics and bring out the full natural flavor of the ingredients.

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Located a 3-minute walk from Hamamatsucho Station, Kaisen Private room Izakaya Horoyoi Hamamatsucho Daimon Ten is an izakaya with a hidden-away feel, tucked slightly off the main street.

The interior is bright and lively, and it offers fully private rooms with doors in a Japanese-style setting.

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The "three-piece assortment" sashimi comes straight from Toyosu (Toyosu Market), so it is very fresh and has no off notes at all.

The thick-cut slices have a melt-in-your-mouth texture, and some reviews also said that even the garnishes like green onion and tsuma (shredded garnish) were fresh and tasty.

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A course that lets you choose the main dish and the one To finish is also popular.

The photo shows the shrimp and lettuce fried rice, one of the options To finish. The plump texture of the shrimp and the crisp lettuce are a great match, making it a dish you can enjoy to the very last bite.

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If you're looking for an izakaya with fully private room in the Hamamatsucho area, Yakitori to Soba Torimasa Hamamatsucho Daimon Ten is a great choice.

A nice plus is that every room has a door, and you can order by touch panel, so you can use it without feeling self-conscious.

The signature yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) is said to be made with jidori (free-range chicken), grilled over binchotan (high-grade white charcoal).

The photo shows the "5-skewer yakitori assortment." Every skewer is said to be seasoned with just the right amount of salt, and the "negima" brings out the sweetness of the green onion, pairing perfectly with the chicken.

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Their signature soba (buckwheat noodles) is carefully made from the dough fresh every day.

Ground with a stone mill, it has a rich aroma and goes down smoothly. It is light and refreshing, and many reviews say it is perfect To finish.