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Best value for money! 8 popular places in Kashiwa City for delicious yakitori (grilled chicken skewers)

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Best value for money! 8 popular places in Kashiwa City for delicious yakitori (grilled chicken skewers)

Kashiwa City, located in the northwestern part of Chiba Prefecture, is a place where a lively shopping area around the station and rich natural surroundings come together. It is also packed with food that will impress serious food lovers, from amazing curry in a highly competitive area to authentic Iekei ramen. This time, the focus is on yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) you can enjoy in Kashiwa City. Here is a roundup of popular spots for yakitori, where chicken is grilled over charcoal until fragrant and enjoyed with traditional tare (sweet soy-based sauce) or salt.

Created: July 21, 2026

This article is based on543Tabelog reviews.

Yakitori Ryobo

About an 8-minute walk from Kashiwa Station. Yakitori Ryobo is a well-known spot where you can enjoy top quality yakitori (grilled chicken skewers).

The bare concrete interior is stylish, like a hideaway for adults. The counter seats are popular, letting you enjoy the live feel of watching the cooking right in front of you.

The carefully crafted yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) uses only fresh chicken shipped direct from the production region.

The "negima (chicken and scallion skewer)" is grilled with just the right heat, giving the skin a crisp, fragrant finish while keeping the inside juicy. The soft, almost melting texture and sweetness of the scallion add a nice accent.

The "Meibutsu Oyakodon (house special chicken and egg rice bowl)," with its especially eye-catching bright orange egg yolk, is a popular dish To finish.

Rather than being made with simmered eggs like a typical oyakodon, you mix in the topping egg yolk as you eat it. It is said to pair well with the flavorful rice mixed with chopped nori. From the à la carte menu, you can order it from 2 servings.

Yakitori Yoshifusa Yakitori — This izakaya's signature is yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) carefully grilled over charcoal. The outside is fragrant while the inside stays tender and juicy, with a rich sauce tare and salt seasoning that brings out the ingredients' natural flavor. Classic skewers like negima (chicken and scallion skewer), tsukune (chicken meatball skewer), and liver are all done to a high standard, and each skewer feels satisfying.

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酒の一滴、血の一滴

We ordered several kinds of appetizers and an Omakase selection of skewers. Everything was delicious, and the skewers were juicy! It turned into a very Manzoku Quick Drink time♫

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Japanese sake, seafood, and yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) Private room izakaya Enya Kashiwa Ekimae Ten

"Nihonshu to Kaisen to Yakitori Koshitsu Izakaya Enya Kashiwa Ekimae Ten" is a popular spot just a 1-minute walk from Kashiwa Station, known for letting guests enjoy fresh seafood dishes, yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), and a wide variety of snacks and drinks.

The Japanese-modern interior has a calm atmosphere. All seats are in Private rooms, so it is a good choice when you want to relax and enjoy your meal in a private space.

The yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) is carefully prepared one skewer at a time and slowly grilled, and reviews say every skewer comes out fragrant and juicy.

It brings out the natural flavor of the ingredients, and you can enjoy both tare sauce and salt seasoning. The "5-skewer assortment" in the photo also includes grilled vegetables.

The crisply fried and fragrant "kashiwa tenpura (chicken tempura)" is seasoned in advance, so you can enjoy it just as it is, fresh from the fryer.

It has a light texture that makes it easy to eat, and a little salt brings out its savory flavor even more, making it so good you will not be able to stop reaching for another bite.

ゆらグルメ

The sashimi platter in particular, just as the staff recommended, had great volume and worked well for sharing among several people. The good balance of meat and seafood is another plus, making it easy to accommodate different tastes within a group.

Source:ゆらグルメ's review

ゆ | 東京千葉グルメ

All the yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) were seasoned with salt! The 5-skewer assortment lets you enjoy a well-balanced selection of classics, and each skewer has a nice smoky aroma. The tsukune (chicken meatball skewer) was plump and juicy, packed with flavor, and incredibly delicious.

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Sumibi Yakitori Kitchen Hiyoko East

At Sumibi Yakitori Kitchen Hiyoko East, you can enjoy charcoal grilled yakitori made with a focus on great taste, along with a wide range of a la carte dishes.

The interior, built around white tones and wood, has a natural and calm feel. In addition to counter and table seating, there is also a Private room, so it can be used for different group sizes.

You can enjoy yakitori made with high quality Daisendori.

The thick, springy Daisendori is said to turn plump and juicy when it is slowly grilled over charcoal. The "negima" seasoned with salt is said to bring out the natural flavor of the ingredients.

The "Carbonara with rich eggs from the Nasu Kogen (Nasu Highlands) production region" is a popular dish To finish after eating yakitori (grilled chicken skewers).

The chewy fresh pasta is said to coat well with the cheese sauce enriched with rich egg yolk, making it very tasty. As the course finale, you can choose either the "Carbonara" or Oyako-don (chicken and egg Rice bowl).

おトントンさん

Since I was out in Kashiwa, I had dinner at Sumibi Yakitori Hiyoko East in Kashiwa. I had yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), bagna cauda, and ajillo with draft beer and Japanese sake. The momo (chicken thigh) with anchovy sauce was really delicious. All the other skewers were tasty too. It was On-the-Day, but I was lucky to get in with a reservation.

Source:おトントンさん's review

kenichi511104

The stylish interior is always full. The course menu was tempting too, but this time I ordered my favorites A la carte. Not just the yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), but all the side dishes were a high level too, and the asparagus pork roll and hatsu (heart) with onion were especially good.

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Sumibiyaki Tori Kitchen Hiyoko ASAHI

Sumibi Yakitori Kitchen Hiyoko ASAHI, a restaurant specializing in yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), is on the second floor of a building a 3-minute walk from Kashiwa Station.

The wood-based interior and warm-toned lighting create a calm atmosphere. It is said to feel refined yet relaxed, so you can enjoy your meal without feeling stiff.

The popular menu item tsukune (chicken meatball skewers) comes in two types: a simple version seasoned with either salt or tare sauce, and one served with egg yolk.

The tsukune tamago kime shown in the photo is a dish where you coat tare-flavored tsukune in egg yolk as you eat it. It looks like you can enjoy its rich flavor.

Skewers made with bacon also have a reputation for being tasty.

The “Bacon Cheese Mushroom” is said to be delicious, with the savory flavor of the bacon, the aroma of the mushrooms, and the saltiness of the cheese working well together. It pairs well with beer, and many people apparently order more.

ななにゃんた

The yakitori made with Daisendori was especially good, and the seseri (neck meat) stood out in particular. Among the skewers, the bacon cheese mushroom roll was very tasty! The aroma was great…!

Source:ななにゃんた's review

蒸かし芋

The drinks and food were both delicious, and the staff were very polite! All of the yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) was tasty, but the skewers like bacon wrapped tomato and Camembert cheese were also excellent.

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Kushijiro Kashiwa Ten

Kushijiro Kashiwa Ten is a kushiyaki (grilled skewer) izakaya located a 1-minute walk from Kashiwa Station.

The Japanese modern interior is comfortable, and guests can enjoy conversation without worrying about the tables next to them. In the fully private room by the window, they can spend an even more relaxed time while taking in the beautiful night view.

The house specialty, jidori-yakitori (house-made grilled chicken skewers), comes in a lineup of more than 30 varieties, and the yakitori and vegetable skewers seasoned with Hakata blend salt or house-made tare sauce are said to be excellent.

If you have trouble choosing from the menu, the popular "goshu assortment" and "nanashu assortment," which let you try popular skewers, come recommended.

The popular Hakata yasai-maki (Hakata-style vegetable rolls), made by wrapping seasonal vegetables in pork belly, lets you discover new flavors with each season.

The "tomato maki skewer" is said to be a dish where the tomato bursts with flavor in every bite. The rich taste of the pork belly and the tartness of the tomato come together for a well-balanced flavor.

ふわっとやってみます

Each skewer is carefully prepared one by one, with a wide variety ranging from standard picks to more creative options. Every one is seasoned to bring out the good flavor of the ingredients, and you may find yourself reaching for one skewer after another. There is also a wide selection of drinks, and they pair especially well with shochu and highballs.

Source:ふわっとやってみます's review

I visited Kashiwa no Kushijiro. I liked the calm atmosphere inside, with a slightly grown-up feel. The counter seating was comfortable too, and I ended up staying longer than expected. Every skewer was grilled with care, and the flavors of the ingredients really came through. The seasoning was not too strong, and it paired perfectly with drinks. Since it is not too noisy, it is just right for a day when you want to relax, talk, and enjoy a drink.

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Wagaya Kashiwa Ten

Wagaya Kashiwa Ten is a yakitori (grilled chicken skewer) restaurant built around the idea of being a place you want to visit every day.

The interior has a homey feel, creating a space where you can enjoy your meal while chatting. There are counter seats that are easy to use even when dining alone, as well as table seating, and Semi-private room seating is also available.

Their yakitori uses asa-biki (freshly butchered that morning) Domestic chicken, and each skewer is carefully grilled one by one.

The popular repeat-order item, the “jika-sei tsukune (house-made chicken meatball),” is said to be nicely browned on the outside and soft inside. It comes in two seasonings, salt and tare sauce, and both bring out the good flavor of the chicken.

"Tsunagi (aorta connecting the heart and liver)," a rare cut that yields only a tiny amount from each bird, is the section of the aorta that connects the Heart and liver.

Its appeal is the crisp bite and the juicy, tasty flavor that spreads the more you chew. It has a good balance of texture and flavor, and is said to be an easy skewer to enjoy even for people who are not fond of Horumon cuts.

mogurincho0131

The staff were very friendly, and every yakitori (grilled chicken skewer) was delicious! The restaurant has a very homey atmosphere. I think it’s easy to stop by alone if you sit at the counter. It’s not in the photo, but the tsukune (chicken meatball skewer) was especially good among everything we ordered!!

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マル60658

The otoshi (small appetizer) is always good. The price range feels just right too. The balance between the staff and customers is just right, so even first-time visitors will find it a very comfortable space. Since that sense of distance is just right, I think it also feels comfortable for people who want to drink quietly on their own.

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Taishu Sakaba Torisuke

Taishu Sakaba Toriyu, a 2-minute walk from Kashiwa Station, is an izakaya (Japanese pub) that is easy to casually drop by.

The interior, decorated with colorful paper lanterns, is full of energy, and the homey atmosphere makes it a comfortable place to spend time. It is a popular spot that is often full, so visiting early is recommended.

The yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) is carefully and slowly grilled using jidori (free-range chicken) selected with great care, letting the excess fat drip away while keeping it juicy and plump.

It is said to be excellent with either tare (sweet soy-based sauce) or salt, and the savory aroma unique to charcoal grilling really whets the appetite. You can order yakitori from just 1 skewer.

A popular snack to go with drinks, the "motsu nikomi (stewed offal)" is made by slowly simmering fresh offal that has been carefully prepared with root vegetables such as carrots and daikon radish.

It is known for its rich miso based flavor, and people say it goes great with drinks.

The interior is lively yet comfortable, making it a classic taishu sakaba (casual Japanese pub). Start with the specialty sumibi yakitori (charcoal grilled chicken skewers). The negima (chicken and scallion skewer) is nicely charred and coated well in a sweet savory sauce that goes great with drinks. The skewers served with salt let you taste the full flavor of the chicken directly, and while simple, they really show a high level of quality.

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しんり@

Even though the dining space is large, the staff kindly came by to ask if I wanted another drink, and every single one of them was so nice!! The fish was also fresh and very delicious!

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Sumibi Kushiyaki Binsuke Minami-Kashiwa Ten

Sumibi Kushiyaki Binsuke Minamikashiwa Ten lets you enjoy authentic charcoal grilled skewers made with binchotan (high-grade Japanese charcoal).

Inside, skilled chefs carefully grill a wide range of yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), including rare cuts. This restaurant offers a relaxed setting with counter seats and Semi-private rooms, so you can spend your time at ease.

The "green onion salt Beef Tongue" skewer is one where the texture of the Beef Tongue goes perfectly with the sharpness of the green onion and the savory flavor of the salt sauce.

It is light and easy to eat, and the fragrant char that only kushiyaki (grilled skewers) can offer is part of the appeal. A squeeze of lemon brings out the flavor and makes it even tastier, too.

Bonjiri (chicken tail) is a rare cut that is especially popular among yakitori (grilled chicken skewers).

It is said to have just the right amount of fat, with a crisp and fragrant outside and a rich, tender inside. Dipping it in the miso sauce served on the side brings out even more flavor and makes the drinks go down easy.

5489aa

Both the portion size and quality of the meal were good. I had visited several times before, so I already knew the food was delicious, but this was my first time trying a course menu, so I wondered whether the amount would be enough. It was just right. The oyako Rice bowl (chicken and egg rice bowl) at the end was outstanding, and I’d like to go again soon.

Source:5489aa's review

もぐふぇーぶる

The miso they brought out to go with the yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) was really good. The skewers were tasty too. The à la carte dishes were reasonably priced, there was a nice variety, and everything was good♪

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