Yakitori to Try in Nara Prefecture! 14 Popular Picks by Area, Including Nara City

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Yakitori Mochizuki, about a 5-minute walk from JR Nara Station, is a by reservation only restaurant where you can enjoy a yakitori course chosen by the chef in Omakase style.

The calm interior has only 8 counter seats, and from your seat you can watch the chef grill the skewers.

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The menu consists only of a stop-style Omakase course. You can enjoy yakitori until you feel Manzoku, at your own pace and according to your appetite.

Their grilling technique is said to be top-notch, giving the meat a crisp surface while keeping the inside tender and juicy. The balance of salt and tare (sweet soy-based sauce) is also said to be very good.

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You can enjoy not only yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) but also skewers made with vegetables and beans, so it looks like you can keep enjoying the meal without getting bored.

In addition to skewer dishes, they also serve à la carte items, and many people seem to enjoy them with drinks, mainly from Nara. The photo shows a skewer made with chamame (green soybeans).

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Fukuro, located a 2-minute walk from Tomio Station on the Kintetsu Nara Line, is a popular spot for jidori (free-range chicken) yakitori grilled over charcoal.

The elegant Japanese-style interior is said to include not only counter seats where you can enjoy the live feel of the cooking, but also table seating that works well for groups.

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Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) is cooked over charcoal, letting you fully enjoy the aroma and the rich flavor of the ingredients. They offer everything from standard choices to rare cuts.

Along with chicken, they also serve skewered seasonal vegetables such as zucchini and tomato maki (tomato wrapped skewer), which the owner personally Special selects at the market.

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They also offer a la carte dishes that seem easy to enjoy with a drink. The photo shows the “superb Horumon assortment.”

It includes various Horumon cuts, and diners say you can enjoy a range of textures, from crunchy to crisp. There were also reviews saying the bold seasoning goes well with drinks.

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Yatagarasu Nara Ten is about a 5-minute walk from Kintetsu-Nara Station and offers a wide range of chicken dishes made with fresh asabiki-dori (freshly slaughtered chicken) and Nara's local specialty, Yamato Nikudori (Yamato chicken).

The lively, casual atmosphere is part of its appeal, and it is said to be perfect when you want to stop by for a quick meal. It also has Semi-private room seating available for groups of 3 or more.

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Among the wide variety of chicken dishes, the first thing you will want to order is the yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) made with asa-biki dori (fresh morning-processed chicken). Skilled chefs carefully grill each skewer one by one, and every one is said to have a great texture and taste.

If you are not sure what to order, the "Value Yakitori Assortment" is recommended, since you can enjoy various cuts.

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The aburi-yaki (seared grill) dishes made with Yamato Nikudori (Nara brand chicken), known for its sweetness, rich flavor, and pleasantly firm texture, are also popular. Since it is not served on skewers, it is also easy for everyone to share.

The photo shows the "Yamato Momo Aburi-yaki." It is said to be a dish that lets you fully enjoy the pure good taste of chicken.

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Sumiyaki Sakaba Kame is a popular spot just a 1-minute walk from Shin-Omiya Station in Nara City, known for charcoal grilled dishes including yakitori (grilled chicken skewers).

Inside, the chic interior is based on black tones and includes counter seats that are easy to use even when dining alone, as well as table seating that can be joined together.

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They offer more than 20 kinds of kushiyaki (grilled skewers) cooked over binchotan (high-grade Japanese charcoal), and each one is said to be full of rich aroma and great flavor.

They also have a wide selection of drinks, including shochu highballs, wine, and Japanese sake, so you will want to enjoy them together.

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The "Yamato Nikudori (Nara native chicken) no Oteba," made with Yamato Nikudori (Nara native chicken) grilled over binchotan (high-grade charcoal), is said to be excellent, with firm texture and great flavor.

The charcoal grilled menu also has a full lineup beyond chicken, including beef Horumon and vegetables.

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Yakitori Nifu Saidaiji Ten is a restaurant where you can enjoy a wide variety of yakitori made with Special asa-biki jidori (freshly slaughtered local chicken) selected by the owner.

It is about a 4-minute walk from the north exit of Yamato-Saidaiji Station in Nara City, and has a lively, casual atmosphere. There are table seats and counter seats.

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For its yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), the restaurant uses Daisen Jidori and Tanba Jidori (Tanba free-range chicken), selected after comparing and tasting around 100 kinds of jidori (free-range chicken) from all over Japan.

A wide range of skewer cuts is available, and there is also a 5-skewer yakitori assortment menu. A course that includes yakitori and comes with All you can drink is also recommended.

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They make their own spice blend to match Daisen Jidori and Tanba Jidori, and they take care to suit it to (Each) cut.

For the yakitori seasoning, you can choose either salt or tare sauce. Their special tare sauce, which they have kept going for 40 years, is said to have a deep, well-aged flavor.

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Torikizoku JR Nara Ten is a yakitori izakaya chain with restaurants across Japan, from Hokkaido to Okinawa. It is also easy to get to, just a 2-minute walk from the East Exit of Nara Station.

Inside, the restaurant has a warm wood-based interior that creates a soothing atmosphere.

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The menu centers on kushiyaki (grilled skewers), especially yakitori (grilled chicken skewers). They offer a wide range of yakitori cuts, and each skewer is carefully prepared by hand.

Another highlight is the house made tare (sauce), a recipe they have kept since the restaurant first opened. They use plenty of chicken and simmer it slowly with vegetables and fruit.

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The Kizoku-yaki menu item that bears the restaurant’s name is also a must-try dish. You can choose either thigh or breast meat. For seasoning, you can pick from salt, sauce, or spices.

The “momo Kizoku-yaki” is a grilled skewer dish made with momo (thigh meat) and green onion together, and the sweet green onion seems to pair perfectly with the rich flavor of the meat.

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Located right by the south exit of Kintetsu Goido Station in Kashiba City, this restaurant serves yakitori made with Daisen-dori (Daisen chicken), ochazuke (rice with tea or broth), and more.

The interior has a modern feel, with table and counter seating on the first floor. On the second floor, there is fully equipped Sunken kotatsu seating where you can stretch out and relax.

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The restaurant uses fresh Daisen-dori (chicken from Tottori) for its chicken dishes. It is said to have few off notes, with a tender and juicy texture.

The yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) are all well-sized, and people say the grilling is spot on. The tsukune (chicken meatball skewer) has a crisp surface and seems packed with rich meat flavor.

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Their specialty ochazuke (rice in tea-based broth) comes in several kinds, including plum and salmon. They use a carefully crafted dashi broth that was perfected through repeated refinements since the restaurant first opened.

The photo shows the “Sea Bream with sesame sauce ochazuke.” The sesame sauce has a nice aroma and pairs perfectly with the Sea Bream, making it a great dish.

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Yakitori Club Gnu is a small yakitori (grilled chicken skewer) restaurant with only 7 counter seats. It is said to have a casual atmosphere where you can relax and enjoy yourself without feeling formal.

From the counter seats, you can take in the lively experience of watching the food prepared right in front of you. The restaurant is in a great location, just a 30-second walk from Yamato-Yagi Station in mNara Prefecture's Kashihara City.

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Instead of a standard otoshi (small appetizer), this restaurant starts the meal with a short course. The course includes three kinds of yakitori (grilled chicken skewers).

The yakitori made with meigara-dori (branded chicken) and jidori (free-range local chicken) is carefully grilled over Tosa binchotan (high-grade Japanese charcoal). The strong heat is said to seal the meat’s good flavor inside.

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After the short course, you can order your favorite dishes à la carte. The food is popular for the care put into every detail.

In addition to dishes that go perfectly with drinks, such as yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) and otsukuri (sashimi assortment), they also have a full lineup of menu items that are perfect To finish, such as grilled rice balls and chicken broth chuka soba (Chinese noodles).

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Yakitri Shusai Kinasee is an izakaya (Japanese pub) right by the rotary at Yamato-Yagi Station, popular for yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) and other skewered dishes.

The interior has a calm Japanese feel, and guests can relax and take their time. Seating is available on both the first and second floors, with counter and table seating.

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The yakitori menu is popular, made with carefully selected fresh ingredients and a secret sauce. They grill each skewer with care only after an order comes in.

They offer a wide range of cuts, including zuri (gizzard) with its nice crunchy texture and juicy Heart. There are also 7-skewer and 10-skewer assortment menus.

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It seems many people order kushikatsu (deep fried skewers) along with the yakitori (grilled chicken skewers). The selection is wide, with plenty of vegetable, meat, and seafood options, so you can enjoy them without getting bored.

In addition to skewer dishes, they also offer a wide variety of small plates that are easy to snack on, making it a great place to enjoy with a drink.

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Tori Ichiban Yamato Takada Ten is a restaurant where you can fully enjoy chicken dishes and other specialties, from popular yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) to To finish kama-meshi (rice cooked in an iron pot).

It is located a 3-minute walk from Takadashi Station in Yamato Takada City, and offers dining in a casual atmosphere. The restaurant is fully equipped with table seating for groups of various sizes, including 2 and 6 people.

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They use only Special fresh Domestic chicken for the yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), and instead of making it ahead, they grill each order after it is placed.

The yakitori, carefully grilled by skilled chefs, lets you enjoy the crisp surface that only charcoal grilling can bring and the juicy flavor of the meat.

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Among the many yakitori (grilled chicken skewer) menu items, the one you will definitely want to order is the house specialty, "Jikasei Tsukune (house-made chicken meatballs)."

Made from ground meat, this is the restaurant's top recommended skewer, and each one is carefully kneaded by hand. They also offer an assortment of five kinds of tsukune on one plate, including ume shiso and oroshi ponzu.

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Kushiyaki to Robata Isshin Yamato-Yagi Ten is an izakaya centered on kushiyaki (grilled skewers) and robatayaki (fireside grilling), located a 3-minute walk from Yamato-Yagi Station in Kashihara, Nara Prefecture.

Seats are available on the 1F and 2F, and all seating on the 2F is in Private rooms. It is a good choice when you want to relax with your group without worrying about the people around you.

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The skewers grilled over binchotan (high-grade charcoal) include not only yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) but also options with vegetables, beef, and pork.

You can order from 2 skewers per item, so they are perfect for sharing with a few people. Every skewer gets great reviews for being tasty.

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They offer Japanese sake and local sake from all over Japan, including the local Nara area, along with many a la carte dishes that seem just right to go with drinks.

With a wide menu that includes seafood dishes, Teppan-yaki, and fried foods, it is easy to visit even when your group has not decided what kind of food everyone wants to eat.

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Yakitori Toriharu is a 1-minute walk from the south exit of Kintetsu Goido Station in Kashiba, Nara Prefecture. This is a chicken specialty restaurant where you can enjoy dishes made with branded chicken from around Japan.

The interior has a lively feel with the warmth of wood, and offers both counter and table seating. It looks easy to visit whether you are dining alone or with a group.

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The must-try yakitori uses Special branded chicken delivered fresh the same morning from around Japan. The grill chef cooks each skewer with care.

They focus on making a strong impression from the very first bite, and the meat is said to burst with juices when you put it in your mouth. You can enjoy it with tare (sweet soy-based sauce) that has been added to since the restaurant first opened, or with a blend of three kinds of salt.

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In addition to yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), they offer a wide variety of chicken dishes, including simmered chicken and ramen made with chicken bone broth.

The photo shows their "Meibutsu Ougon Kara-age," made with chicken thigh meat. They marinate it in a secret sauce based on carefully selected soy sauce, then coat it in their own special batter and fry it.

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Toriden Kashihara Ten is about a 5-minute drive from Yamato-Yagi Station in Kashihara, Nara Prefecture, and serves yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), kushiyaki (grilled skewers), kamameshi (rice cooked in an iron pot), and more, with a secret house sauce as the key to the flavor.

In addition to counter seats and Sunken kotatsu seating tables, the restaurant also has Semi-private room options for groups of 6 or more. It looks easy to use for all kinds of occasions.

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One recommended point is that you can order kushiyaki (grilled skewers) from just 1 skewer. It's perfect for people who want to try a variety of menu items little by little.

There are 3 kinds of sauce for the yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), and you can also choose the house blended salt. They also have plenty of pork belly rolls wrapped around vegetables and rare skewer items.

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After enjoying the grilled skewers and drinks, it is recommended to finish with authentic kama-meshi (rice cooked in a small pot), with several kinds to choose from.

The rice is Koshihikari, produced in Ishikawa Prefecture, and each pot is carefully cooked from uncooked rice. Since they prepare it after you order, one of the best parts is getting to enjoy it piping hot and freshly cooked.

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Bincho Ogiya Ikaruga Ten is a restaurant in Ikoma District, Nara Prefecture, where you can enjoy izakaya dishes centered on yakitori (grilled chicken skewers).

Many people say the food is great, and it seems to have a loyal fan base. There is a good range of seating, including counter seats, table seats, and zashiki (tatami seating). A spacious parking lot is also said to be one of its appeals.

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The authentic yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) cooked over charcoal is said to be grilled all at once over high heat to lock in the flavor.

It is known for its plump and juicy texture, and with one bite, the savory flavor of the chicken seems to spread across your palate. There is also a wide variety of cuts, and the assortment menu comes recommended.

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The yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) also shows real care in the tare (sauce) and salt used for seasoning. The salt is made with natural rock salt from Germany, blended with black pepper from Malaysia.

On days when lunch is available, they also serve a "Sumibi Yakitori Rice bowl," making it perfect when you want a filling meal with both yakitori and rice.