Tokyo's Best 30 Restaurants in Japan 2024

We have prepared for you 30 of the most popular and recommended restaurants in Tokyo. From sushi to ramen, discover the best restaurants Tokyo has to offer.

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1. Sawata

sushi
5-9-19 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo MC Building 3F

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"Sawada" with two Michelin stars is located in a prime location in Ginza. In a small shop with only 6 counter seats, you can enjoy flavors that are unique to Edomae sushi, such as Kohada and conger eel.

2. Nihonbashi Kakigaracho Sugita

sushi
View Heights Nihonbashi B1F, 1-33-6 Nihonbashi Kakigaracho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo

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Nihonbashi Kakigaracho Sugita is known as one of the most difficult restaurants in Tokyo to receive its first Michelin star in 2017. Mr. Takaaki Sugita trained at the long-established sushi restaurant Miyako Sushi in Nihonbashi. In addition to careful preparation and ingenious slicing, he never forgets the originality and ingenuity of inheriting tradition, such as using red vinegar and boiled soy sauce. This famous restaurant is frequented by many food connoisseurs in search of an unforgettable taste.

3. Pellegrino

Italian
2-3-4 Ebisu, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

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"Pellegrino" is located in a quiet residential area of Ebisu 2-chome. Theater-type restaurant with 6 seats per day. The menu consists of only one omakase course. Using carefully selected ingredients from all over the world, our restaurant offers local cuisine from Parma, the capital of food. If you have the chance, please try it once.

4. Convivio

Italian
3-17-12 Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Kamimura Building 1F

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Italian restaurant "Convivio" is located in a quiet residential area of Sendagaya. Enjoy authentic Italian cuisine based on traditional Italian cuisine prepared by a chef trained in Milan.

5. Lawtonne Akitsu Main Store

cake
5-13-4 Akitsucho, Higashimurayama City, Tokyo

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The patisserie “Lawtonne Akitsu Main Store” is located about a 3-minute walk from Akitsu Station. You can enjoy a wide variety of artistic sweets made by pastry chefs who trained at famous restaurants in Setagaya and Paris.

6. Shinbashi Hoshino

Kaiseki / Kaiseki cuisine
5-31-3 Shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo

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"Shinbashi Hoshino" was opened independently in 2012 by Mr. Yoshiaki Hoshino, who trained for more than 10 years at "Kyoaji", a famous Japanese restaurant that represents Tokyo. The elegant and delicate cuisine, which draws out the power of the ingredients to the utmost, surprises visitors.

7. Ristorante Acquapazza

Italian
Aoyama M's Tower Passage Aoyama 2F, 2-27-18 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo

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About a 2-minute walk from Gaienmae Station, this ristorante serves Italian cuisine made with plenty of seasonal Japanese ingredients. You can enjoy a wide variety of dishes a la carte or courses, including lunch during the day and the signature dish "Fresh Fish Acqua Pazza" at night.

8. ginkgo tree

coffee shop
1-28-14 Kitashinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo

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The coffee shop "Icho no Ki" is located about 15 minutes on foot from Shinagawa Station and has a long queue. Creative shaved ice with seasonal fruits and glittering motifs is popular.

9. Jack37 Burger

hamburger
16-16 Kodemmacho, Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo

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Jack37Burger is a popular hamburger shop that has been featured in various magazines and media. Baliness Burger, which uses the characteristic spicy sauce used in Indonesian and Malay cuisine, is popular.

10. Matsukawa

Japanese cuisine, small dishes
Akasaka Terrace House 1F, 1-11-6 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo

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Matsukawa is a Japanese restaurant located in Tameike Sanno, Akasaka, where embassies and offices of foreign companies are located. The owner of the restaurant is a talented chef who trained at Shofukuro, a famous restaurant in Shiga known only to those in the know. Its delicate and elegant seasoning is praised not only by gourmets but also by chefs. We want you to experience the taste of what is called the pinnacle of Japanese cuisine.

11. CAFE & BAKERY MIYABI Jimbocho

Cafe
2-1-13 Nishi-Kanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

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“CAFE & BAKERY MIYABI Jimbocho” is a cafe where you can enjoy sweets made with bread from the famous Kyoto bakery “MIYABI”. Located about a 5-minute walk from Jimbocho Station, the space is modern and stylish.

12. Sushi Arai

sushi
Ruan Building B1F, 8-10-2 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo

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After training for 10 years at the long-established sushi restaurant ``Kyubei'' and 6 years at ``Sushi Sho,'' he opened his own restaurant in Ginza 8-chome at the tender age of 33. The one-of-a-kind sushi that adds character to old-fashioned Edomae sushi quickly became popular, and is now so popular that reservations have to be waited for six months.

13. Ristorante Da Nino

Italian
Grand Maison Nogizaka 1F, 1-15-19 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo

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This is a long-established Italian restaurant where you can enjoy authentic Sicilian cuisine using carefully selected fresh seafood, pistachios and tuna dried mullet roe that are particular about the production area, and sea urchin that is made in Japan. The interior of the restaurant is lined with Sicilian pottery and plates, and you can enjoy the atmosphere of an Italian restaurant typical of Sicily.

14. Sushi Namba Hibiya

sushi
Tokyo Midtown Hibiya 3F, 1-1-2 Yurakucho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

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The second store of the popular sushi restaurant "Sushi Namba" in Asagaya, one of the most difficult to book restaurants in Tokyo. The owner, Hideshi Namba, became independent after training at a sushi restaurant in the city. Although it was an unknown start, it quickly became a hot topic due to its exceptional technical skills and sharp sensibility. It came to be said. The owner himself creates a unique world view for the second shop.

15. Taruichi Shinjuku Main Store

Izakaya
1-2-9 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Citadines Central Shinjuku Tokyo B1F

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A 6-minute walk from the East Exit of Shinjuku Station on the JR Yamanote Line, this well-established restaurant with a history of more than 50 years, is popular for its whale dishes. In addition to whale sashimi, you can also enjoy oysters, sea squirts, and Kesennuma hormones delivered directly from Sanriku. The store has a spacious and calm atmosphere, counter seats, tatami mats, sunken kotatsu seats, and private rooms.

16. Minoru Hasegawa

innovative fusion
4-5-66 Minamiazabu, Minato Ward, Tokyo

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Mr. Minoru Hasegawa, who was the owner and chef of the famous Italian restaurant "Ristorante Kaoru" in Hokkaido where gourmets gather together, named himself after himself and opened a restaurant in a renovated house in Hiroo. Starting with Mr. Hasegawa's hometown of Hokkaido, the highest quality ingredients that cannot be found in the market are sent directly from the producers, and the dishes that are served by making full use of the techniques he has learned on his own using the internet and literature. One plate of only one that can't be imitated. Due to its deliciousness, reservations flooded in immediately after the restaurant opened. Currently, it has become a popular restaurant with a two-year wait.

17. Mitani

sushi
1-22-1 Yotsuya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo

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Mr. Yasuhiko Mitani, who used to be the manager of the sushi restaurant "Rosan" in Isetan Shinjuku, named his restaurant after himself and opened "Mitani." He was one of the first to realize the potential of wine and sushi pairings, which is becoming more and more popular, and focused on sushi pairings.

18. La Rocha

Italian
3-6 Kagurazaka, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Samurai-do Building 3F

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The Italian restaurant "Rocchadoro Kagurazaka" is located about a 3-minute walk from Iidabashi Station. You can enjoy authentic Italian cuisine using plenty of ingredients from Shimane, the chef's hometown, such as blackthroat seaperch and pine needle crab.

19. Ginza Shinohara

Kaiseki / Kaiseki cuisine
Habiul Ginza 2 B1, 2-8-17 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo

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“Japanese Cuisine Shinohara”, which had a good reputation in Shiga Prefecture, is one of the most famous restaurants in Japan that is frequented by foodies from all over the country. In October 2016, Takemasa Shinohara, a master chef who trained at famous restaurants such as "Yamagencha", opened "Ginza Shinohara" in Tokyo. We want you to enjoy each dish prepared with seasonal ingredients from all over Japan.

20. Minami Aoyama Nanatorome

Yakitori
Forest Building B1F, 7-13-13 Minami Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo

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Although it is rare for a yakitori restaurant, "Minami Aoyama Nanatorome" received a Michelin star in its first year of opening. A well-known restaurant where you can enjoy Matsukaze free-range chicken and Kyo-Aka free-range chicken with carefully selected ingredients. There is only one course on the menu. A valuable restaurant where you can enjoy a full course of yakitori.

21. Maki Village

Kaiseki / Kaiseki cuisine
MAKIMURA BLD 1F, 3-11-5 Minamioi, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo

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Makimura is a famous Japanese restaurant located in a quiet residential area near Omori Kaigan Station. The restaurant is popular for its seasonal dishes made with seasonal ingredients and the warm hospitality of the husband and wife owner, and has been awarded three Michelin stars.

22. Long Kou Sake House Main Branch

Dim Sum/Dim Sum
1-3-1 Hatagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Hatagaya Golden Center B1F

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There is no menu, only Chef Sachi Ishibashi's choice, and a unique ordering system where you have no idea what kind of dish will be served. You can enjoy simmered, grilled, and stir-fried dishes until you're full. It is a stop system, so you can enjoy the original taste of "Tatsukochi Sakeya" to your heart's content.

23. Ginza Arata

sushi
4-10-1 HOLON-GINZA 9F, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo

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Ginza Arata is a small restaurant with only eight seats. This is an orthodox sushi restaurant that uses only fresh toppings selected from all over Japan. There are no unnecessary decorations in the store, and the counters with beautiful wood grain are lined up. Please visit us when you want to spend the best time with your loved ones.

24. Sushi Asaha

sushi
102 Les Fleurs Nishiazabu 1-4-35 Nishiazabu Minato-ku, Tokyo

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Sushi Asaha is a sushi restaurant located about a 5-minute walk from Nogizaka Station. In a limited space with only 8 seats at the counter, you can enjoy traditional Edomae sushi prepared by the owner who trained at famous restaurants in Japan and overseas.

25. Onitei

Yakitori
1-9-4 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

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Reservations are essential at this popular restaurant that serves exquisite dishes made with fresh chicken. Whether you order fresh charcoal-grilled chicken or a popular hot pot, you can't go wrong with anything you order here. The inside of the store has a homely and cozy atmosphere that makes you feel right at home even if it's your first time.

26. Ogata

Okonomiyaki
2F, 4-32-13 Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo

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Okonomiyaki specialty store. It is characterized by its voluminous, fluffy and light finish, and is served with a special sauce ordered from Kyoto. There are more than 30 kinds of toppings, so you can enjoy your own okonomiyaki. Monja is also popular, and there is a new sensation monja menu such as "Mentai Camembert Mochi" and "Chinja Oro Monja".

27. bee child

Western food
1-5-8 Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo

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Hachinoko is a long-established western restaurant that has been in business for over 70 years, located about a 3-minute walk from Shintomicho Station. Omurice and hamburger steak with orthodox flavors that make you feel nostalgic are popular.

28. full of flavor

Fugu
WOO Building 1F, 3-8-8 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo

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A long-established pufferfish restaurant in Roppongi that stands out among the pufferfish restaurants in Tokyo in terms of popularity, quality, price, and difficulty in making reservations. We recommend the fugu fried chicken. People who have tasted it all say, ``If you eat the fried pufferfish over there, you won't be able to eat it at other restaurants.'' Due to its popularity, it is currently a referral system, but if you have the chance, please try it.

29. Eel Akasaka Ikine

eel
Akasaka Residential Hotel 1F, 9-1-7 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo

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A high-class eel restaurant with a reservation system that has won one Michelin star. The restaurant has a calm atmosphere with counter seats and private rooms. Of all the eels that are produced in Japan, the Shinko and Hineko varieties are used. In addition to eel, there is also a course of pufferfish and soft shellfish, and the side menu is also popular at a high level. This is a famous eel restaurant that is difficult to reserve.

30. L'Effervescence

French
2-26-4 Nishi-Azabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo

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"L'Effervescence" is located between Nishi-Azabu and Omotesando. The owner is Mr. Shinobu Namae, who has studied at three-star restaurants around the world. The dishes created by Mr. Namae have a strong message, yet are delicate. Making full use of Japanese and French cooking techniques, each dish that maximizes the goodness of the ingredients attracts many people.

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