Update-date: Nov 20 2024
Ginza, one of Japan's leading gourmet districts. With numerous Michelin-starred and popular restaurants, it can be difficult to choose where to dine. That's why the SAVOR JAPAN editorial team has carefully selected the must-visit restaurants in Ginza. From sushi and yakiniku to shabu-shabu, tonkatsu, Italian, and Chinese cuisine, we have lined up various culinary genres. Be sure to check them out.
1. La maison du caviar 17°C
[17°C] is a caviar bar and French restaurant in Ginza, operated by a company producing premium Setouchi Caviar in Kagawa. Known for its mild flavor and exceptional texture, this caviar is paired with seasonal ingredients like Japan Sea crab and French wild game. Chef Kitajima creates artistic dishes blending classic and modern techniques. The sommelier-curated wine pairings, especially the monthly Dinner and Wine Pairing course, are highly recommended. The European mansion-inspired interior offers a luxurious and unforgettable experience.
La maison du caviar 17°C
Open: [Monday - Saturday] Lunch 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm, Drink L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 18,000 JPY / [Lunch] 6,000 JPY
Access: 5 minutes walk from exit No.1 of [Shimbashi Station] on Tokyo Metro Ginza Line / 5 minutes walk from [Tsukiji Shijo Station] on Toei Oedo Line
Address: 1F, Crystal Square Ginza II, 8-15-5 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 18,000 JPY / [Lunch] 6,000 JPY
Access: 5 minutes walk from exit No.1 of [Shimbashi Station] on Tokyo Metro Ginza Line / 5 minutes walk from [Tsukiji Shijo Station] on Toei Oedo Line
Address: 1F, Crystal Square Ginza II, 8-15-5 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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2. Unagi Hitsumabushi Bincho Mitsukoshi Ginza Location
Bincho, a notable Nagoya restaurant, has a second branch in Tokyo, just a minute from Tokyo Metro Ginza Station. Located on Mitsukoshi Ginza's 11th floor, it specializes in hitsumabushi (grilled eel on rice). The eel is grilled without steaming, enhancing aroma, and served with a unique Tamari (aged) soy sauce. The combination of crispy skin, fluffy meat, and seasonings like leek and wasabi creates a remarkable flavor. Experience Bincho's unmissable hitsumabushi for a true taste of Nagoya cuisine.
Unagi Hitsumabushi Bincho Mitsukoshi Ginza Location
Open: Lunch 11:00 am - 3:30 pm (L.O. 2:45 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Ginza Station/ 9-minute walk from JR Yurakucho Station
Address: 11F, Ginza Mitsukoshi, 4-6-16, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Ginza Station/ 9-minute walk from JR Yurakucho Station
Address: 11F, Ginza Mitsukoshi, 4-6-16, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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3. Yakiniku USHIGORO Ginza branch
A restaurant dedicated to exquisite domestic A5-grade Japanese Black Wagyu beef.
Located in Ginza-itchome, the upscale yakiniku restaurant, 'Yakiniku Ushigoro Ginza,' boasts a serene atmosphere enhanced by the use of smokeless roasters, exuding a sense of cleanliness. Here, the staff will almost exclusively grill the meat for you, ensuring a hassle-free dining experience. Moreover, the chef holds a sommelier qualification, allowing guests to enjoy the perfect pairing of meat and wine.
The restaurant utilizes domestically produced Japanese Black Wagyu beef, including the highest quality A5-grade cuts. In addition to these top-notch selections, the menu also features meticulously crafted side dishes that have undergone rigorous research. The Chateaubriand, especially recommended in a mille-feuille style, offers a tender and delectable taste that is sure to bring a smile to your face.
Yakiniku USHIGORO Ginza branch
Open: [Tuesday - Friday] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm *When Monday is a national holiday, lunch is available on that Monday and lunch is closed on Tuesday. [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] 11:30 am - 11:30 pm [Weekdays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Ginza Station
Address: 7F, KIRARITO GINZA, 1-8-19, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Ginza Station
Address: 7F, KIRARITO GINZA, 1-8-19, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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4. Escale
Secretly enjoying French cuisine at an adult hideaway nestled on a street corner in Ginza.
Located just a minute's walk from Ginza-itchome Station, within Hotel Monterey Ginza, is the French restaurant "Escalier." The interior features various seating options to suit different occasions, including "table seats with curtains for privacy," "a marble bar counter," and "popular private rooms," all of which create an atmosphere reminiscent of a Parisian apartment. Truly, it's an adult hideaway.
The dishes crafted by the chef are delicate, meticulous, diverse, and vibrant. You can enjoy authentic French cuisine that allows you to fully savor the flavors of high-quality ingredients. For special occasions, they offer "Anniversary Lunch" and "Anniversary Dinner," complete with a toast of champagne and a whole cake, so be sure to consider them for your celebrations.
Escale
Open: [Weekdays, Saturday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm)
Closed:
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from Ginza-itchome Station. Take exit 10 and turn left (or right from exit 11).
Address: 1F, Hotel Monterey Ginza, 2-10-2, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from Ginza-itchome Station. Take exit 10 and turn left (or right from exit 11).
Address: 1F, Hotel Monterey Ginza, 2-10-2, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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5. Ginza Tamai
Ginza Tamai, a conger eel restaurant just a 3-minute walk from Ginza Station, upholds a long-established tradition since 2005. The restaurant is known for its natural conger eel dishes, crafted by a seasoned chef skilled in Edo-mae sushi preparation. It offers a variety of dishes including conger eel rice box with a secret sauce made from conger eel broth, and seasonal conger eel sashimi during summer. Enjoy an authentic taste in a stylish and relaxed setting at Ginza Tamai.
Ginza Tamai
Open: [Weekdays] Lunch 11:00 am - 2:30 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) *Please note that business hours are subject to change according to the request of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. / Dinner 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm (L.O.9:00 pm), [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (L.O.2:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 7,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Exit A1 on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line. 231m from Ginza Station.
Address: 4F, Kojun Bldg., 6-8-7, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 7,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Exit A1 on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line. 231m from Ginza Station.
Address: 4F, Kojun Bldg., 6-8-7, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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6. Ginza Fujita
Located in the Ginza 7-chome building, Ginza Fujita has been a culinary destination since 2022. Chef Fujita, trained in the food-rich region of Fukui, blends seasonal ingredients from around Japan, serving flavorful Japanese cuisine. The exclusive "Omakase Course," available by reservation, offers meticulously crafted dishes, with unique counter-Japanese cuisine presentation. The experience is enhanced by beautiful tableware, a serene ambiance, and delectable local sake. Ideal for food enthusiasts, Ginza Fujita provides an indulgent gastronomic journey in Ginza.
Ginza Fujita
Open: [Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday] Dinner 6:00 pm - 12:00 am *By Reservation Only
Closed: Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 60,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Ginza Station on Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Marunouchi Line, and Hibiya Line
Address: 2F, AG1, 7-5-15, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 60,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Ginza Station on Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Marunouchi Line, and Hibiya Line
Address: 2F, AG1, 7-5-15, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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7. Usagi to Kame
Located near Tokyo Metro Ginza Station, Usagi to Kame offers a unique, seasonal dining experience. With only three omakase courses, the menu uses premium ingredients from Hokkaido and throughout Japan, changing weekly to ensure freshness. Counter seats provide a view of master chefs at work, while table seats and a four-person private room offer more intimacy. This serene venue, perfect for special occasions or a meal with a loved one, guarantees a new culinary adventure with each visit.
Usagi to Kame
Open: [Weekdays] Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 30,000 JPY
Access: About a 5-minute walk from Exit A1 of Ginza Station on Tokyo Metro
Address: 4F, Ginza Bairin Bldg., 7-8-1, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 30,000 JPY
Access: About a 5-minute walk from Exit A1 of Ginza Station on Tokyo Metro
Address: 4F, Ginza Bairin Bldg., 7-8-1, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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8. Kobe Beef Shabu Shabu Omoki Hanare Ginza
A restaurant where you can fully enjoy A5-grade Kobe beef in every course.
Among the highly esteemed Kobe beef globally, this restaurant exclusively uses the top-grade A5 rank Kobe beef in all its courses. Utilizing various cuts ranging from lean cuts to marbled meat, they offer soups, grilled dishes, and fried items. The tranquil Japanese-style interior features private rooms for all guests, including table seats and sunken kotatsu-style seating, making it a suitable choice for entertaining special guests.
The 'Kobe Beef Dashi Soup' served at the beginning of every course allows diners to savor the rich flavor of authentic Kobe beef. Other highlights include the 'Kobe Beef Meat Sushi,' where searing brings out the sweetness of the meat. The main dish, 'Kobe Beef Dashi Shabu-Shabu,' involves passing the beef through Kobe beef broth and serving it with spring onions, resulting in a delightful burst of umami and refined taste in every bite.
Kobe Beef Shabu Shabu Omoki Hanare Ginza
Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (last order 9:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: 2-minute walk from Ginza Station.
Address: 4F-B, 5-8-9, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: 2-minute walk from Ginza Station.
Address: 4F-B, 5-8-9, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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9. Ginza Ishizuka
Savoring the seasonal dishes crafted by the skilled chef.
Located just a minute's walk from Ginza-itchome Station, "Ginza Ishizuka" offers a unified Japanese-themed interior with both counter and table seating options. Despite being in a bustling district, it provides a tranquil space suitable for various occasions such as welcome or farewell parties, business entertainment, and gatherings with friends.
The chef, honing his skills at a renowned Japanese restaurant, crafts exquisite seasonal dishes that are truly delightful. Using fresh ingredients sourced directly from producers, such as vegetables harvested in the morning and fish delivered on the same day, each dish in the "omakase course" is tailored to suit the climate, conditions, and preferences of the guests, ensuring an exceptional dining experience.
Ginza Ishizuka
Open: [Weekdays, Saturday, Days before holidays] Lunch 11:30-14:30 (last order 13:30) [Weekdays, Saturday] 17:30-00:00 (last order 23:30)
Closed: Sundays
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,500 JPY
Access: Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line, Ginza Ichome Station, 1 minute walk from exit number 10. After exiting, turn left at the Family Mart. It's on your left.
Address: Habiuru Ginza 5F, Ginza 1-13-8, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: Sundays
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,500 JPY
Access: Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line, Ginza Ichome Station, 1 minute walk from exit number 10. After exiting, turn left at the Family Mart. It's on your left.
Address: Habiuru Ginza 5F, Ginza 1-13-8, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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10. San Michele
An Italian restaurant reminiscent of European apartments.
Hotel Monterey La Soeur Ginza," evoking the image of Parisian apartments, houses "San Michele" on its ground floor. The restaurant features a charming ambiance with cream and light mint green tones, and its glass-enclosed terrace bathes the space in natural light, creating an inviting and open atmosphere.
Highly praised for its beautifully presented Italian cuisine featuring seasonal delicacies, "San Michele" offers a variety of options for both dinner and lunch. Lunch options include the "Palette Lunch," which includes four courses, including a colorful assortment of appetizers, and a choice between fish or meat for the main course. Additionally, there is a "Pre-fixe" menu offering four courses. The "High Tea" starting in the late afternoon is also popular, offering a chance to enjoy an elegant and leisurely time.
San Michele
Open: [Tuesday-Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:30 pm - 9:30pm (L.O. 7:30 pm)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 7,000 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from Exit 10 of Ginza-itchome Station. Turn right at the corner of Doutor Coffee on the right front and walk about 100 meters to the right.
Address: 1F, Hotel Monterey La Soeur Ginza, 1-10-18, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 7,000 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from Exit 10 of Ginza-itchome Station. Turn right at the corner of Doutor Coffee on the right front and walk about 100 meters to the right.
Address: 1F, Hotel Monterey La Soeur Ginza, 1-10-18, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.
