However, the perpetually-packed row of bar stools in this small stand in the middle of Omoide Yokocho bears testament to the quality of Kabuto’s cuisine. At larger izakaya chains, ordering may be done via electronic tablets. Smaller establishments' menus are typically written in Japanese only, with some being entirely handwritten. The laid-back atmosphere and free-flowing alcohol means you may soon be making friends with your neighbors, who can be an invaluable source of information and suggestions.
Get a real insight into Tokyo’s night life, taste delicious and rare Japanese food and drinks, chat with locals and experience the charm of a wonderful Tokyo neighborhood. The smells, tastes and sounds will leave you with unforgettable memory of your trip. This Western-style restaurant is located near the famous theater Meijiza, and serves up lunch dishes popular with local workers such as omelet rice, ginger-fried pork, and napolitan spaghetti. Their dinner menu offers a wide variety of new dishes in contrast to their lunch menu, including a selection of alcohol to perfectly complement your meal. Using quality ingredients from Kyushu, this restaurant boasts Western-style dishes with a uniquely Japanese essence to create a menu customers are sure to enjoy. They recommend their Hakata chicken skin skewers seasoned with Japanese black pepper and sweet soy sauce, and offer a vast selection of Japanese sake, primarily from Kyushu.



Well known for fresh fish collected from all over the country Uoshin serves fresh fish and seafood. You can enjoy delicious Japanese food at reasonable prices along with good Japanese sake chosen from about 80 sorts of local sake. Well known for seafood barbecue Isomaru Suisan serves grilled seafood and fresh fish fresh fish-pond.
This historical izakaya specializes in skewered food, like yakiton . They have a special sauce used for any barbecue that's thick and full of flavor. Diners have the option of having their skewers grilled with sauce or salt, but most will select the sauce option. (Drunkard’s Alley) also has its roots dating back to a 1951 post-war black market. The 40-or-so bars have their own unique quirks – be it music, food or drinks.

So you can get your drink on, but not completely fill your stomach on food. Today, I’m at the Banpaiya Musashi Koyama store to give a quick breakdown on some ultra Japanese food, but won’t break the bank. With the concept of a casual bistro where you can eat an abundance of fresh vegetables, this restaurant offers a menu rich with vegetable dishes. Union Sand Yard’s vegetable juice is highly recommended, and uses different vegetables depending on the day. Not only can you have lunch on a comfortable sofa in a relaxing atmosphere, but you can also enjoy a drink at their bar in the evening. The cafe's most famous lunch item is omuraisu, a dish consisting of rice topped with a fluffy yet creamy omelet.
Nowadays, those down-to-earth style Izakaya have been attracting foreign visitors as an interesting tourist attraction in Japan. Here, I’m going to introduce some of famous Izakaya alleys in Tokyo where numbers of small Izakaya gather and visitors can experience the real drinking life of common people. Kaji started his career at a Kyoto-style Kaiseki restaurant then became in charge 自由が丘 居酒屋 of opening a restaurant in Hong Kong. He has more than 20 years of culinary experience including Kakise, Sushi, and Chicken Butchery. Putting his knowledge and skills altogether, Kaji serves a range of cuisines paired with sake ranging from traditional sashimi to Indian-style tandoori chicken. Amongst the city’s sukiyaki restaurants, Iseju stands out due to its long history.

Some shops were replaced to more new, trendy food and drinks shops like bubble tea shop but still, you can find many good old izakaya style restaurants. Try yakitori and beer on Izakaya Hopping Tour in Shinjuku which allows you to know local’s recommendations and the best food to try! With fish from Nagasaki Prefecture’s Goto Islands, they offer high-quality Japanese dishes for each season, available to enjoy at an affordable price.
The place is small – there are only 6 counter seats on the first floor, and about 10 people can fit in the second. Reservations are taken only for the course meal, so call ahead if you want a taste of the famous duck hotpot. Yakisoba (¥800) – buckwheat noodles stir-fried with Worcestershire sauce. There is no English menu available, but there are photos of the dishes and drinks on the menu to help you make your choice. Hoppy Street is a rare spot for Japanese, where people enjoy alcohol in daytime. Owner chef is ocean lover and has local network in the seashore.
To offer the full experience to solo travelers, tour price may vary. In general, food is ordered to share so everyone can have a variety of dishes. Izakaya, especially the larger chains, usually have menus with pictures. So it is also easy to order for foreigners who can’t read Japanese. Andy's Izakaya or Shin Hinomoto, under the tracks, is also a great place to have your fish served to you. Come out and enjoy this fantastic, authentic izakaya - with a twist...

Saya is a cosy little tavern which can only fit around 6 people by the bar. You’ll be snuggled in with the other customers like, well, peas in a pod. Use Google Translate’s voice feature to understand what the chef is telling you. You can also familiarise yourself with common Japanese phrases to use when eating out in Japan in our guide here. At the end of the night, say "okaikei onegaishimasu" or make an X by crossing your index fingers, and your bill will be brought to your table. This is almost never an itemized affair, so be prepared to just split things evenly with your group.
We have a lot of Japanese food and original menu and look forward to all of you. After creating an account, you'll be able to track your payment status, track the confirmation and you can also rate the tour after you finished the tour. Join us on this comprehensive 2023 Japan autumn tour packed with historical highlights and hidden gems in western Japan. We will visit Kyoto, Matsue, Hagi, Hiroshima, Shikoku Island, and many more. Sake is sometimes called 'rice wine' in the West, but this is actually an inaccurate term,...

Kaikaya by the sea serves wide variety of meals from sashimi to beefsteak. “12 Best Izakaya Restaurants and Alleys in Tokyo” introduces Ten izakaya restaurants selected from thousands of izakaya restaurants in Tokyo, and also Alleys lined with lots of izakaya. Don’t miss visiting authentic local bars in Asakusa after dark. Try this Asakusa Bar Hopping Food Tour by Magical Trip and see the different sides of Asakusa at night with a local guide. We carefully selected the best possible incredients to bring out the real flavors of Japanese cusine. The price is easy on the wallet, too, with an array of shareable plates and reasonably priced options.
The delicious secret of our Shabu-shabu is that stewing the Iberian Pork in kelp soup-base to maximize the rich taste of the qualified Iberian Pork. Please enjoy the umami of “the fat” which is the most characteristic of Iberian Pork with leek and lettuce. Prices and details of some shops may have changed since publication. For the most recent information, please inquire directly at each shop. Confectioner serving traditional Japanese sweets like soft rice balls in red bean syrup and delicately shaped cakes that vary with the seasons.
This extremely popular izakaya specializes in skewered food and is famous for their seasonal dishes. The izakaya has terrace seats, as well as counter seats, so patrons can decide whether they wish to watch the food being prepared or the Tokyo traffic. From small, single-proprietor affairs to massive chains, izakaya are ubiquitous in Japan.