Best Restaurants (Hidden Gems) in Japan

Restaurants in Japan

1KITAN HIBIKI

Namba Sta. 236m / Steak, Hamburger

A steak restaurant where you can enjoy dry-aged Wagyu beef (Note: Burgers available for lunch, served from 5 PM to 7 PM)

3.40

149

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
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2Seafood Buffet Dining Ginza Happo

Shimbashi Sta. 337m / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Sushi, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Just a 7-minute walk from Ginza Station, enjoy a luxurious experience with top-quality ingredients, ambiance, and flavors at our Yakiniku and Japanese-Western-Chinese buffet.

3.46

777

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Gluten-Free options
  • Halal options
  • Kosher options
  • Hindu options
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The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

3Yoroniku

Omote Sando Sta. 712m / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Tripe

Savor the Flavor of "Silk Rose." A Hidden Gem in the Backstreets of Minami Aoyama.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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4Ginza Sushi Sendou

Ginza Sta. 380m / Sushi, Japanese Cuisine, Seafood

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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5Sushi Yoshikawa Kaido Shinjuku

Nishi Shinjuku Sta. 286m / Sushi, Seafood, Japanese Cuisine

Private reservations available ◆ Be captivated by the large ink painting. Enjoy sushi made with carefully selected ingredients. A culinary experience inspired by Edomae sushi.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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6Shibuya Sushi Sen

Shibuya Sta. 265m / Sushi, Seafood, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

3.45

740

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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Selected for Tabelog Sushi TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Sushi TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

7Sushi Yuu

Ginza Itchome Sta. 270m / Sushi, Seafood

On Friday, September 4th, there is one seat available at the main counter at 8 PM.

  • JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
  • JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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8Sushi Dokoro Isseki Sanchou Oosaka

Shin Fukushima Sta. 151m / Sushi, Seafood

Just one station from Osaka and Umeda! Enjoy exquisite sushi made with fresh fish delivered directly at an unbeatable price.

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
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  • Thursday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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9Seafood Buffet Dining Ginza Happo Shinjuku ten

Shinjuku Sanchome Sta. 233m / Buffet, Seafood, Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ)

Just a 6-minute walk from Shinjuku Station, enjoy a luxurious time with a buffet featuring 150 kinds of gourmet seafood, grilled meat, and Japanese, Western, and Chinese dishes.

  • 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
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10Sushi Yutaka

Nakanoshima Sta. 246m / Sushi, Seafood

Just a 3-minute walk from Shin-Fukushima Station! Experience an extraordinary sushi adventure brought to you by the Isshiki Sancho Group! Perfect for special occasions like anniversaries!

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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11Kyoto Wagyu Ryouri Isseki Sanchou

Umekoji Kyotonishi Sta. 571m / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Sukiyaki (Japanese sweet soy hotpot), Meat dishes

Same-Day Reservations: 8/29 (Fri) Walk-ins are very welcome! We have counter and table seating available.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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12Ebisu Sushi Hatsume

Ebisu Sta. 518m / Sushi, Seafood, Japanese Cuisine

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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Selected for Tabelog yakiniku TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

13Ushigoro Ginza

Ginza Itchome Sta. 140m / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Steak, Tripe

[Limited Seats Available on 8/28 (Fri)!] Online Reservations Open 24/7

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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14Sushi Amato

Nakatsu Sta. 195m / Sushi, Japanese Cuisine, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

[Osaka Sushi Reservation Ranking No.1] Enjoy "Aged Edomae Sushi" in a Hidden Gem for Adults <7-minute walk from Hankyu Umeda Station>

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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Selected for Tabelog yakiniku WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

15Yakiniku Yazawa Kyoto

Shijo Sta. 189m / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Tripe

We offer carefully selected Kuroge Wagyu from across the country, prepared to perfection by skilled artisans.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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16Sushi Amato Ura nanba

Kintetsu Nippombashi Sta. 73m / Sushi, Japanese Cuisine, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Tabelog 【HOT Restaurant Award】 Experience "Aged Edomae Sushi" in a Hidden Gem for Adults <2-minute walk from Nihonbashi Station>

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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Selected for Tabelog Steak・Teppanyaki EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Steak・Teppanyaki EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

17T nakameguro | Wagyu T-bone steak

Naka Meguro Sta. 425m / Steak, Teppanyaki

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
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18Shibuya Sushiki

Shibuya Sta. 256m / Sushi, Seafood

3.45

178

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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19Sushi Dokoro Susabiyu

Shijo Sta. 187m / Sushi, Japanese Cuisine, Shabu shabu (Japanese hotpot)

3.43

395

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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20Kyoto Sushi Matsumoto

Kyoto Sta. 476m / Sushi, Japanese Cuisine, Seafood

3.43

349

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