Yakitori in Kichijoji! 14 popular spots where you can enjoy carefully crafted skewers

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Kichijoji Baadoya is a chicken specialty izakaya located on the basement level of a building, a 4-minute walk from the north exit of Kichijoji Station on the JR Chuo Line.

The restaurant is fully equipped with table seating, counter seating, and Private room options. You can spend a Special time while looking out at the bamboo grove in the courtyard.

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The yakitori uses Aomori Shamrock (Aomori gamefowl), delivered directly from the poultry farm. To keep it fresh, they butcher it in house before skewering it.

The "sabi-yaki" is a dish where you can enjoy the light taste unique to chicken breast. The moderate heat of the wasabi adds a nice accent.

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They also have a wide selection of snacks and a la carte dishes that pair well with drinks.

The "Jikasei Motsuni (house-made offal stew)" is a dish with motsu (offal), carrots, daikon radish, and other ingredients simmered until tender. The flavor of the ingredients melts into the broth, making it comforting and satisfying.

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Occhan no Daidokoro is a yakitori izakaya located a 6-minute walk from the north exit of Kichijoji Station on the JR Chuo Line.

Inside, there are Semi-private room with Sunken kotatsu seating, wooden counter seats, and table seats. Terrace seating is also available depending on the season.

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You can enjoy yakitori made with Domestic charcoal. They do not make it in advance, and they prepare everything in-house every day, from cutting the meat to skewering it.

By grilling it slowly over time, they bring out the full flavor of the chicken.

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For the yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), you can choose either salt or sauce for the seasoning. One highlight is their carefully made sauce, which comes in two types, sweet and spicy, and they use them differently depending on the cut.

For some cuts, they brush on the spicy sauce twice, then finish with the sweet sauce.

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Omotenashi Toriyoshi Kichijoji Ten is an izakaya pub popular for its chicken dishes and craft beer.

The Private rooms have a Japanese feel and are available for parties of 2 or more. Some seats look out onto an inner garden, and guests say they can enjoy drinking parties and Banquets in a setting that feels different from the everyday.

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As a chicken specialty restaurant, it serves flavorful yakitori (grilled chicken skewers).

Another nice touch is that they plate it on a special stand, so you can enjoy it warm at any time. They also offer condiments such as shichimi togarashi (seven-spice chili pepper), shoga jan (ginger sauce), and sansho fun (Japanese pepper powder).

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"Tebasaki Kara-age" is made using the same method unchanged since the restaurant first opened, and this menu item uses plenty of the original sauce. You can choose the spice level from mild, medium, or hot.

The pepper flavor comes through well, giving it a spicy finish.

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Yakitori Nami no Ie Sandaime is an izakaya in Harmonica Yokocho, with yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) as its main specialty.

The wood toned interior has counter seats and spacious table seating. The atmosphere is homey and comfortable.

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They serve yakitori made with Kenmidori (Yamanashi chicken) from Yamanashi Prefecture. They skewer each piece of fresh chicken butchered that morning by hand, then grill it all at once over high heat on charcoal.

The "Heart" is a popular repeat order. It has no off notes, and is said to be juicy and tender.

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Another draw is that you can enjoy seasonal Japanese sake. The lineup changes every few days, so you can enjoy what is in season throughout the year.

If you are not sure which drink to choose, the owner will pick a recommended glass for you.

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Kichijoji RETRO is a restaurant with a wide range of chicken dishes, including charcoal grilled yakitori and tori-nabe (chicken Hot Pot).

The interior blends modern and retro styles. The L-shaped counter seating faces an open kitchen, so you can watch the cooking up close.

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This restaurant’s yakitori features Special carefully selected fresh branded chicken, mainly Nichinan-dori (Nichinan chicken) and Hongu Ukokkei (Silkie fowl from Hongu).

By grilling them with great care over charcoal, they bring out the juicy texture and rich aroma.

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The 3-hour All you can drink course that includes yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) is also recommended. The yakitori lineup changes daily, so which cuts you can enjoy is part of the fun after you arrive.

If you order the additional "yakumi set (condiment set)," you can fully enjoy the yakitori while changing up the flavors with different seasonings.

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Yakitori to Obanzai Sakamoto is a restaurant located a 1-minute walk from Kichijoji Station on the JR Chuo Line. They serve yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) cooked over binchotan (high-grade charcoal), along with a la carte dishes that make the most of seasonal ingredients.

If you want to take your time and enjoy the meal on your own, the counter seats with a view of the kitchen are a great choice.

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The yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) is made with fresh Domestic chicken and skewered in-house every day. One of the big draws is how binchotan (high-grade charcoal) brings out the best flavor.

They offer a wide range of cuts, including momo (thigh), negima (chicken and scallion), and seseri (neck meat).

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Yakitori options also include plenty of rare cuts and limited quantity items.

"seseri (neck meat) with egg yolk soy sauce" features nicely fatty seseri seasoned with tare sauce. When mixed with the egg yolk, it becomes rich and full of flavor, they say.

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Yakitori Monden Kichijoji Ten is an izakaya located along Itsukaichi Kaido near the north exit of Kichijoji Station on the JR Chuo Line. You can enjoy the pairing of charcoal grilled yakitori and local sake from Miyagi.

The interior, lined with colorful chairs, has a lively atmosphere. It is said to be a good fit for meals and drinks with friends or groups.

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You can enjoy carefully made yakitori (Japanese grilled chicken skewers) prepared with fresh jidori (free-range chicken) delivered that morning.

The photo shows the popular Omakase skewer assortment. Grilled plump over binchotan (high-grade charcoal), it is said to fill your mouth with the rich flavor of chicken the moment you take a bite.

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In addition to yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), they offer a wide range of dishes that make the most of chicken's great flavor.

The "tori paitan ramen (creamy chicken broth ramen)" is a perfect dish To finish. It has a rich yet clean taste that will make you want to eat it again and again.

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Sumibikushiyaki Kemuri Kichijoji is a yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) restaurant just steps from Kichijoji Station.

The interior has counter seating on the first floor and table seating on the second floor. If you choose a table, you can relax and enjoy your meal at an easy pace.

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The yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) here is said to have an excellent balance between the fragrant, well-seared surface and the juicy inside.

They use Special selected chicken, including Kenmidori from Yamanashi Prefecture, hand-skewer each piece, then quickly grill it over Kishu binchotan (Kishu white charcoal).

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They also serve rare cuts such as furisode (part of the shoulder), chochin (unlaid egg and oviduct), and Whale tongue. Popular cuts can sell out, so it is best to come early.

The "Whale tongue" in the photo is said to be rich and fatty with a nice springy texture.

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Yakitoriya Tera Kichijoji Honten is an izakaya run by an owner from Miyako City, Iwate Prefecture.

Jazz plays inside, giving the place a calm atmosphere. If you sit at the counter, you can relax and watch the chef at work.

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It seems popular for its authentic yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), cooked over Kishu Binchotan (high-grade Japanese white charcoal) to lock in the flavor.

The tebasaki (chicken wing) is said to have nicely crisped skin, letting you slowly enjoy the rich flavor of the chicken. If you want to enjoy the natural taste of the ingredients, the simple salted seasoning comes recommended.

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They also seem to offer a wide range of drinks, including Japanese sake, shochu, and wine.

The wine lineup includes about 25 varieties at all times. The wine sommelier has Special selected each one with pairing with the chicken dishes in mind.

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Yakitori Don Kichijoji Ten is a yakitori restaurant located a 4-minute walk from the South Exit of Kichijoji Station on the JR Chuo Line.

The interior, built around a wood-grain design, has a warm feel. In addition to table and counter seating, it also has Semi-private room style seating.

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For yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), both A la carte and assortment options are available. Every cut is grilled well, and they say you can really taste the fragrant aroma of the sauce.

The "negima (chicken and scallion skewer)" is said to be irresistible, with juicy flavorful chicken and sweet scallions.

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The most popular item among the yakitori is the "Homemade tsukune (chicken meatball skewer)," known for its tasty, Homemade feel. It has a soft texture and is said to melt in your mouth.

The punch of pepper and the fresh aroma of oba (perilla leaf) pair well with the rich sauce.

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"Tebasaki Kara-age and Yakitori Shaku" is an izakaya just a 3-minute walk from Kichijoji Station on the JR Chuo Line, with a calm Japanese feel. It mainly serves jidori (premium local chicken) yakitori and house-made soba.

All seats are in fully private rooms with doors, so you can relax and enjoy your meal in a private space.

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The sumibi yakitori (charcoal grilled chicken skewers), cooked with seasoned skill, is a menu favorite loved by people of all ages. A skilled chef carefully grills each skewer one by one.

If you want to compare different cuts, the 5-kind or 7-kind assortment is recommended.

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The "mochi mochi onion-yaki (grilled onion)" is a dish made with one whole onion topped with green onion salt sauce.

The onion is said to be tender, with a clear natural sweetness. One review also said, "The spicy aroma of the pepper really keeps you coming back for more."

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Kushidori Kichijoji Minamiguchi Ten is an izakaya (Japanese pub) with a wide variety of kushiyaki (grilled skewers). It has a homey atmosphere and is said to be loved by local regulars.

Counter and table seating are available, so it is easy to stop by whether you are alone or with a group.

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The recommended menu items are the large, hearty yakitori (grilled chicken skewers). In addition to the standard cuts, they also offer original kushiyaki (grilled skewers) made with seasonal ingredients.

Their most popular item, the "Tori Negima," is said to bring out the tasty flavor of the chicken with the sweetness of the green onion.

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The "Ougondori no Kamameshi" is a carefully made dish that has earned many repeat customers, and they cook it right in front of you.

The plump rice soaks up the flavor of the chicken, and the aroma of the dashi (Japanese soup stock) spreads across your palate.

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Kushijiro Kichijoji Ten is a skewer-focused izakaya with Private room seating throughout.

The interior, supervised by a designer, has a modern Japanese feel. Private rooms are available for groups of 2 or more, making it a good choice for special occasions and other celebrations.

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Yakitori grilled with careful attention to doneness and ingredients is popular here. They use carefully selected chicken and season it with a Kyushu blend salt and house made tare sauce.

The “bonjiri (chicken tail)” is a well liked item, known for its addicting sweet and savory tare flavor. The outside is said to be fragrant and crispy.

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The yasai-maki kushi (vegetable wrapped skewers) are a popular menu item that many people order. They wrap colorful vegetables in pork belly, then grill them with care.

They use fresh seasonal vegetables, so you can fully enjoy their juicy freshness.

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Sumibiyaki Yakitori Sakaba Toriko Kichijoji Ten is a popular izakaya where you can enjoy carefully prepared jidori (premium local chicken) dishes along with Japanese sake and shochu from all over Japan.

The interior has a warm Japanese feel and is fully equipped with table seating for 2〜6 people and Semi-private room seating. It is easy to use for different group sizes and occasions.

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The most popular menu item is yakitori made with Kyojidori (Kyoto local chicken).

The "Kushi Omakase 5-piece assortment" in the photo comes as a set with gizzard, bonjiri (tail), and chicken skin. They grill it slowly over charcoal and finish it nice and juicy.

The recommended signature item, the homemade sangenton (three-way crossbred pork) yaki-gyoza (pan-fried dumplings), is said to be packed with filling inside its chewy wrapper.

The filling is well seasoned, making it so good that your drinks will go down easy.