15 Best Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs

15 Best Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
Japan's foremost shopping district - Ginza, Tokyo - is lined with world-famous brand name shops and high-class Japanese department stores. Not to mention the myriad of delicious restaurants! Here is a list of 15 recommendations from Japanese master chefs that are sure to give you a sophisticated dining experience.

1. BEIGE Alain Ducasse Tokyo

1. BEIGE Alain Ducasse Tokyo
15 Best Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
BEIGE Alain Ducasse Tokyo is a French restaurant on the top floor of the Chanel Ginza Building. It features elegant decor reflecting chef Alain Ducasse’s contemporary French cuisine. The dishes and wines highlight premium ingredients with delicate flavors. The refined service adds beauty and philosophy, creating a calm and memorable dining experience. This serene space offers a special escape from daily life, appealing to mature tastes with its sophisticated atmosphere.

BEIGE Alain Ducasse Tokyo

Open: [Tuesday-Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:30 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) / Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 30,000 JPY / [Lunch] 20,000 JPY
Access: Chanel Ginza Building 10F, 3-minute walk from Exit A13 of Tokyo Metro Ginza Station. There is a dedicated entrance on the side of the Marronnier Dori.
Address: 10F, Chanel Ginza Bldg., 3-5-3, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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2. Ginza Shabutsu Marronnier Gate Branch

1. Ginza Shabutsu Marronnier Gate Branch
15 Best Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
Located on the 12th floor of Marronnier Gate in Ginza, Ginza Shabutsu specializes in shabu-shabu using A5 Wagyu, Okinawan Kibimaru pork, and seasonal vegetables served with house-made sesame sauce. The warm wood interior and city views create a relaxed setting. Private rooms, multilingual menus, and all-you-can-eat and drink plans make it ideal for international travelers and special occasions.

Ginza Shabutsu Marronnier Gate Branch

Open: [Weekdays] Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) / Dinner 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm, Drink L.O. 9:30 pm) [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm, Drink L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,800 JPY
Access: 4-minute walk from Exit C8 on Ginza Subway Station, 3-minute walk from Central Exit on JR Yurakucho Station 
Address: 1-12F, Marronnier Gate, 2-2-14, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map

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3. Yakiniku USHIGORO Ginza Namiki Street branch

1. Yakiniku USHIGORO Ginza Namiki Street branch
15 Famous Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo That Were Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
Yakiniku Ushigoro Ginza Namiki Street branch offers yakiniku with A5-rank Japanese black beef, the highest grade. Their executive chef selects cuts with uniform white marbling and a distinct dark red hue. The a-la-carte and course dishes feature various cuts and cooking styles. They offer an extensive drink menu, including sake, shochu, international alcohols, and pure fruit juices, with sommelier-selected wines for special occasions. Enjoy their luxurious red and black themed space.

Yakiniku USHIGORO Ginza Namiki Street branch

Open: [Weekdays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:30 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm) [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] 11:30 am - 11:30 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm) *Opening hours and holidays may differ from those listed. Please contact the restaurant when you visit.
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 12,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from [Ginza Station] on Tokyo Metro Lines. Approximately 2-minute walk from Exits B5 and B6 
Address: 7F, New Ginza 5 Bldg., 5-4-9, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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4. Hakata Motsunabe Yamanaka Ginza Branch

2. Hakata Motsunabe Yamanaka Ginza Branch
15 Famous Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo That Were Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
Established in 1984, the long-standing Fukuoka restaurant Hakata Motsunabe Yamanaka is renowned as the birthplace of miso motsunabe. The 'motsunabe' (offal hotpot) is meticulously prepared, with attention to every detail, from the selection and cutting of the offal to the delicious broth and vegetables, ensuring that the dish is served at its peak flavor. The restaurant's interior, designed with the concept of "the traditional taste in a classic Japanese space," offers a high-quality, relaxing atmosphere reminiscent of a luxurious, traditional inn. It features private rooms that are perfect for business meetings or romantic dinners, providing an extraordinary dining experience.

Hakata Motsunabe Yamanaka Ginza Branch

Open: [Weekdays] 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm) [Weekend, National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) Dinner 4:00 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,000 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from Ginza Station on Tokyo Metro Lines
Address: 1F/B1F, GINZA GLASSE, 3-2-15, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map

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5. CADRAN

1. CADRAN
15 Famous Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo That Were Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
Experience iconic Ginza views from the restaurant CADRAN, with a perfect view of the Wako Ginza clock tower. Start your evening with their signature cocktail, the Supreme Bellini, and enjoy fine dining featuring champagne and seasonal ingredients. Highlights include the Tagliolini with Black Truffle and Organic Mushrooms, which pairs perfectly with a creamy truffle sauce, and the charcoal-grilled Wagyu beef, known for its rich flavor and aroma. The elegant and sophisticated interior creates a luxurious atmosphere, allowing guests to enjoy exquisite cuisine and drinks while gazing at the Ginza skyline.

CADRAN

Open: [Saturday] 11:30 am - 11:00 pm[Sunday] 11:30 am - 10:00 pm[Weekday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm / Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 9,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: Directly connected to Exit A4 of Ginza Station on Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Marunouchi Line, and Hibiya Line. Ginza-itchome Station on Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line.
Address: Ginza Place 7F, 5-8-1 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map

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6. Maruya Honten Ginza Glasse

6. Maruya Honten Ginza Glasse
15 Best Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
Located just a one-minute walk from Ginza Station, Maruya Main Branch Ginza Glacé is a restaurant where you can eat eel dishes made with great care, focusing on the ingredients they source and the cooking methods they use. The eel in their "Hitsumabushi Tokujo" is grilled to remove excess oil, leaving the outside crispy and the inside fluffy. The first bowl is eaten as is, the second with your favorite condiments, and the third as ochazuke. The "Ichigo Ichie Zen Meal (with takeaway chopsticks)" is a luxurious set that includes not only hitsumabushi but also sashimi, tempura, and dessert. You can take home the original chopsticks made from natural wood from Japan. The clean and stylish interior offers relaxing table seating as well as cozy semi-private and private rooms.
Open: Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY / [Lunch] 6,000 JPY
Access: 4-minute walk from JR Yurakucho Station Central Exit, 5-minute walk from Ginza-itchome Station on Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line, 155 meters from Ginza Station
Address: 7F, Ginza Glasse, 3-2-15, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map

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7. Tsukiji Suzutomi GINZA SIX branch

7. Tsukiji Suzutomi GINZA SIX branch
15 Best Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
Located a two-minute walk from Ginza Station, Tsukiji Suzutomi GINZA SIX is a sushi and Japanese cuisine restaurant that makes the most of the quality of its ingredients. The restaurant is run by a tuna wholesaler in Toyosu, so you can enjoy "tuna nigiri" made with the highest quality tuna. In the "Tuna All-You-Can-Eat" menu, you can compare five different types of tuna, including otoro and chutoro. In addition to tuna, all fresh fish and vegetables are carefully selected from the Toyosu Market. The restaurant has a calming Japanese atmosphere, and in addition to the main counter seating, there are also private rooms with table seating and counter seating. You can order just one piece of sushi, but if you want to try a variety of dishes, we recommend the extensive course menu.

Tsukiji Suzutomi GINZA SIX branch

Open: Lunch: 11:00 am -3:00 pm (Last entry 1:30 pm / L.O. 2:30 pm) / Dinner: 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm (Last entry 8:00 pm / L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 18,000 JPY / [Lunch] 8,000 JPY
Access: 2 minutes walk from A2 exit of [Ginza Station] on Tokyo Metro Lines / 3 minutes walk from A1 exit of [Higashi Ginza Station] on Toei Asakusa Line
Address: 13F, GINZA SIX, 6-10-1 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map

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8. Osaka Teppanyaki Tetsuju

8. Osaka Teppanyaki Tetsuju
15 Best Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
Located a two-minute walk from Ginza Station, Osaka Teppanyaki Tetsuju is a restaurant where you can dine on Kobe beef and A4-grade Kuroge Wagyu steaks and teppanyaki. Although it is located in Ginza, an area with many high-end restaurants, its appeal lies in its affordable prices. We recommend course meals such as the "Seasonal Lunch of the Month" and "Dinner Course" which use seasonal ingredients. For course meals, you can choose the cut of meat and the amount. The restaurant has a chic atmosphere with jazz playing in the background. The counter seats offer a view of the chef's work, with large windows in front of you, and in the evening you can dine while looking out at the night view of Ginza. They also have a selection of wines carefully selected by the sommelier and sake sourced from sake breweries.

Osaka Teppanyaki Tetsuju

Open: Lunch 11:00 am - 4:00 pm (L.O. 3:00 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 7,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,000 JPY
Access: 2-minute walk from Exit C2 or C3 of Ginza Station. Go out the exit, and it is right there, on 11F of the Tokyu Plaza Ginza Bldg.
Address: 11F, Tokyu Plaza Ginza, 5-2-1, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map

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9. Okome to Wagyu Nakatake

9. Okome to Wagyu Nakatake
15 Best Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
Located a two-minute walk from Ginza 1-Chome Station, Nakatake Rice and Wagyu is a restaurant that focuses on Japan's proud rice and wagyu beef. Experienced Japanese chefs create luxurious dishes using the finest rice, carefully selected wagyu beef from all over Japan, and seasonal ingredients. The recommended "Niku Sushi" is a dish that allows you to enjoy both rice and wagyu beef all at once. The sommelier-selected wine list includes many brands that complement the wagyu beef dishes. A wide selection of other drinks is also available, including an all-you-can-drink course. The restaurant's impressive interior, with large windows facing the street and luxurious lighting, creates a luxurious and dazzling space. In addition to table seating, semi-private rooms are also available, allowing you to dine in peace and quiet.

Okome to Wagyu Nakatake

Open: [Tuesday-Saturday] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:00 pm), [Weekdays, Saturday] Dinner 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Closed: Sunday, National Holiday
Average price: [Dinner] 25,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access:  2-minute walk from Ginza-itchome Station on Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line
Address: 2F, VORT Ginza briller, 1-14-6, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map

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10. SPICE LAB TOKYO

10. SPICE LAB TOKYO
15 Best Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
Located a five-minute walk from Ginza Station, SPICE LAB TOKYO is a new Indian restaurant that combines traditional Indian cuisine with cutting-edge cooking techniques and styles. The restaurant serves original dishes prepared by an Indian chef using a wide variety of spices. The menu consists of set courses only. Options include the Chef's Course and Chef's Course Vegetarian, which use luxurious ingredients. Vegan menus can also be requested if you make a reservation three days in advance. The interior, with its effective use of turquoise chairs and tableware, is a stylish and high-quality space. You can enjoy cutting-edge Indian cuisine made with Japanese ingredients in Ginza.

SPICE LAB TOKYO

Open: [Sunday,Tuesday - Saturday,Holidays,Day Before Holidays] Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:30 pm (last order 8:30 pm) / Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (last order 1:30 pm)
Closed: Closed on Mondays (or the following day if Monday is a public holiday)
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 6,000 JPY
Access:
Address: GICROS GINZA GEMS 10F, 6-4-3 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map

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11. Mutsukari

11. Mutsukari
15 Best Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
Located a one-minute walk from Ginza Station, Mutsukari is a Japanese restaurant offering a new Tokyo-style cuisine that evolves from Kyoto cuisine. The head chef creates stylish dishes using ingredients sourced from all over Japan. Here, you can enjoy dishes such as the "Vegetable Kaleidoscope," a collection of bite-sized dishes, and the "Seasonal Vegetable Jellyfish Stew," made with 16 different vegetables. The restaurant is spread across three floors. The main dining area features a lively open kitchen with a fully flat floor plan that allows you to see all the action in the kitchen. Other dining options include table seating for a relaxed meal and private rooms for small groups, as well as a VIP room on another floor reserved for one group only.

Mutsukari

Open: [Weekdays, Saturdays, days before national holidays] Dinner 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm Last admission 8:30 pm
Closed: Wednesdays
Average price: [Dinner] 17,000 JPY
Access: Turn left at the Matsumotokiyoshi near exit B5 of Ginza station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza line. We will be on the 6th and 7th floors of Pony Group Building just to your left
Address: 6 - 7F, Pony Bldg., 5-5-19 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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12. Kappo Tomyo

15 Best Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
Located a three-minute walk from Ginza Station, Kappo Tomyo is a restaurant that serves seasonal "Omakase Courses." Here, they create dishes that make the most of the freshest ingredients procured that day from all over Japan. The course menu changes daily, but in spring, for example, you can enjoy dishes that emphasize the season, such as the "Seasonal Soup" made with white tilefish, Kyoto bamboo shoots, and clams. The restaurant has a sophisticated atmosphere. There is only seven counter seats. There is a wide selection of drinks to enjoy with your meal. The sake and aged wines are especially recommended. For those who can't drink alcohol, they also offer homemade non-alcoholic craft drinks.

Kappo Tomyo

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13. Nihon Yakiniku Hasegawa Ginza Main Branch

13. Nihon Yakiniku Hasegawa Ginza Main Branch
15 Best Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
Located a three-minute walk from Ginza Station, Hasegawa Ginza Main Branch of Japanese Yakiniku is a new style yakiniku restaurant that combines Japanese cuisine and yakiniku. The restaurant serves premium Japanese Black Wagyu beef, carefully cut by skilled chefs, savored with seaweed salt, wasabi, and Japanese-style sauce. Other unique dishes include yakiniku served with dashi broth and thinly sliced ​​Wagyu beef, such as the "Wagyu Nigiri with Sea Urchin and Overflowing Salmon Roe." The sophisticated Japanese atmosphere of the restaurant includes spacious counter seating and private rooms that can accommodate 2 to 40 people. A wide selection of wines, from affordable options to rare brands, carefully selected by an experienced sommelier, complement the yakiniku perfectly.

Nihon Yakiniku Hasegawa Ginza Main Branch

Open: [Weekdays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm) [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 4:00 pm / Dinner 4:00 pm - 11:00 am (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 18,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from C2 Exit of Tokyo Metro Ginza Station / 4-minute walk from A0 Exit of Tokyo Metro Hibiya Station
Address: 2F, Ginza 646 Bldg., 6-4-6, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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14. Ginza Ishizuka

14. Ginza Ishizuka
15 Best Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
Located a one-minute walk from Ginza 1-Chome Station, Ginza Ishizuka is a restaurant where you can enjoy Japanese cuisine made with carefully selected ingredients. The menu consists of an "Omakase Course" with options based on budget, and an à la carte menu. The owner creates seasonal dishes using fresh vegetables picked that morning and fresh fish. The "Seven-piece Sashimi Platter" included in the Omakase Course is an exceptionally fresh dish, with fish air-shipped just after being caught in the Seto Inland Sea. The warm interior features a large cypress counter and table seating where you can watch the cooking process. The restaurant also uses attractive tableware that matches the food, so you can enjoy the food as well as its appearance.

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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15. Kushi Agemono Shun's Ginza

15. Kushi Agemono Shun's Ginza
15 Best Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
Located a one-minute walk from Ginza 1-Chome Station, Kushiagemono Shun's Ginza branch is a kushiage restaurant with a unique style. They serve unique kushiage dishes such as "Mochi, Cheese and Celery" made with custom-made mochi, and "Beef Tongue," a stew-style dish made with simmered beef tongue. If you want to try a variety of dishes, we recommend the "Kushiryori Omakase" (Chef's Choice Kushiage). After deep-frying, the skewers are spun using centrifugal force to remove excess oil. This gives the fried food a healthy and crispy texture. In addition to counter seating, they also offer table seating and private rooms that are perfect for groups. This restaurant serves sub-zero beer that is thoroughly temperature-controlled, so you can enjoy piping hot kushiage with a cold beer.

Kushi Agemono Shun's Ginza

Open: Lunch 11:30 AM-3 PM (last order 2 PM)/Dinner 5 PM-11 PM (last order 10 PM)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,000 JPY
Access: A one minute walk from Ginza Icchome Station on the Tokyo Metro Yuraku-cho line.
Address: Ginza Toreshasu 10F , 2-6-5 Ginza , Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map

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16. Aroma Fresca

9. Aroma Fresca
15 Famous Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo That Were Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
The name of this Italian restaurant means "fresh aroma". Their dishes are made so that when they arrive at your table, you are immediately enveloped in their sublime perfume. For example, one of their standard appetizers that people look forward to consists of unagi (eel) which has been steamed, and then smoked over cherry tree woodchips. The menu only offers course meals, but these include plenty of fragrant delicacies that will make you truly savor the taste of each ingredient, such as the [Anago no Koso Mushi Fresh Tomato no Kaori] (steamed eel and herb with a tomato scent) and the [Yaki Taraba-gani no Salad Aroma Fresca Style] (grilled red king crab salad done in an Aroma Fresca style).

Aroma Fresca

Open: [Weekdays, Saturday, National Holidays, Day before National Holidays] Normal hours: 17:30 - 23:00 (Last order: 20:30)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 20,000 JPY
Access: 1 minute on foot from Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line Ginza Icchome Station No. 8 Exit, on the 12th floor of Ginza Trecious Building
Address: Ginza Trecious 12F, 2-6-5 Ginza , Chuo-ku, Tokyo (Map)

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17. LE JARDIN DE TWEED

LE JARDIN DE TWEED cuisine
LE JARDIN DE TWEED floor
LE JARDIN DE TWEED, located atop the Chanel Ginza Building, lives up to its name—“Tweed Garden” in French. The garden’s tweed-patterned greenery offers a peaceful escape from the city’s rush. Guests can indulge in Champagne and cocktails served by the magnum bottle, embracing an elegant, playful spirit. BEIGE Alain Ducasse Tokyo crafts special dishes to complement these drinks. On the spacious rooftop terrace, adults can relax and enjoy a refined, unpretentious moment.

LE JARDIN DE TWEED

Open: [Tuesday-Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Open from March to November. 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 8:30 pm) Drink L.O. 9:30 pm *If Monday is a public holiday, operate as usual and close on the following Tuesday.
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: Chanel Ginza Building 11F, 3-minute walk from Exit A13 of Tokyo Metro Ginza Station. There is a dedicated entrance on the side of the Marronnier Dori.
Address: 11F, Chanel Ginza Bldg., 3-5-3, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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18. Ginza Koju

3. Ginza Koju
15 Famous Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo That Were Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
This Japanese restaurant has recently received an excellent review from an edition of a world-renowned gourmet guide that focuses on Tokyo, Yokohama, and Shonan. The restaurant’s name, "Koju", is actually the creation of a potter whose work the owner (Toru Okada) very much appreciates. Chef Okada has also opened other branch restaurants called "Okuda" in both Ginza and Paris, France. Whether you go for lunch or dinner, you'll only find one thing on the menu - the [Omakase Course] (Chef's Recommended Course). Taste the true essence of Japanese cuisine with their seasonal [Owan] (bowl dish), fresh [Otsukuri] (sashimi), flavorful [Awabi Karaage] (deep-fried abalone), and other amazing dishes.

Ginza Koju

Open: Lunch 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm (L.O. 1:00 pm), Dinner 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: Sunday, National Holidays, Beginning and end of the year
Average price: [Dinner] 25,000 JPY / [Lunch] 21,600 JPY
Address: 4F, Carioca Bldg., 5-4-8, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map

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19. Tempura Kondo

4. Tempura Kondo
15 Famous Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo That Were Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
Specializing in tempura, this restaurant is a beloved favorite among celebrities. The secret to its popularity lies in the chef's adventurous spirit with tempura. His unconventional recipes - originally focused on seafood - now make vegetables the star. The head chef loves to constantly challenge himself by travelling to various areas in search of new ingredients. You can admire the chef's skills by ordering the three-dimensional [Ninjin] - impossibly thinly sliced carrots that are piled high and fried to perfection. Another classic item is the [Satsuma Imo], a sweet potato that takes 30 minutes to prepare, which ensures that the natural sweetness and flavor stay locked inside.

Tempura Kondo

Open: Lunch 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm (divided into 2 shifts: 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm and 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm)
Dinner from 5:00 pm (L.O. 8:30 pm) *Dinner is limited to 2-hour blocks, starting from 5:00 pm, 6:00 pm, 7:00 pm, and 8:00 pm
Closed: Sunday (open if Monday is a national holiday)
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 6,000 JPY
Address: 9F, Sakaguchi Bldg., 5-5-13, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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20. Ginza Wakuta

10. Ginza Wakuta
15 Famous Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo That Were Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
The dishes served in this Japanese restaurant embrace the gifts of the four seasons in ways that are characteristic of Japan. Inside, there are semi-private and private rooms which seat 2 - 6 people, as well as counter seats where you can admire the skill of the chef preparing your dishes. Here, you can savor Kyoto-style Kaiseki cuisine (Japanese banquet cuisine with alcohol), where extreme care is dedicated to enhancing the authentic umami (Japanese savory taste) of the seasonal ingredients. Their specialty is the [Donabe Gohan] - a hot pot of rice and ingredients like wholesome in-season vegetables and seafood that are all simmered together. Indulge in luxurious flavors that can only be found in Japanese cuisine!

Ginza Wakuta

Open: [Weekday, Saturday] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:30 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) / Dinner 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 8:30)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 13,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,800 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Ginza Station on the Tokyo Metro / Shimbashi Station via JR Lines, the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, the Toei Asakusa Line, or other connecting lines.
Address: 5F, Ginza Tokiden Bldg., 8-3-1, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo (Map)

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21. Ginza Sushi Aoki

5. Ginza Sushi Aoki
15 Famous Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo That Were Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
If you want traditional Edo-style sushi, look no further. Let the chef choose which sushi to make with the [Omakase Course (from 20,000 JPY)], which also happens to be the only item on the menu. You’re guaranteed to be served the most suitable sushi and snacks according to your preferences, budget, and hunger level. It's not just about traditional flavors, though, as more innovative sushi types, such as [Kawari Zushi], are quickly becoming classics of this restaurant as well. Above all, the [Maguro Nigiri no Nori Komi] - a nori-wrapped maguro (tuna) nigiri zushi - is so popular that it can be ordered outside of the [Omakase Course].

Ginza Sushi Aoki

Open: Lunch: 12:00 - (last order 13:30) / Dinner: 17:00 - (last order 21:30)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: -
Access: 3-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Ginza Station Exit B5
Address: Ginza Takahashi Bldg. 2F, 6-7-4 Ginza , Chuo-ku, Tokyo

22. BEIGE ALAIN DUCASSE TOKYO

6. BEIGE ALAIN DUCASSE TOKYO
15 Famous Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo That Were Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
A joint collaboration between master chef Alain Ducasse and the high fashion brand, Chanel, gave birth to this French restaurant in 2004. Located on the 10th floor of the Chanel building in Ginza, the countless bonsai and Japanese artworks that line the interior create an elegant Japanese atmosphere. If you want to try French dishes made with local ingredients, produced by a Japanese chef, this restaurant is a must-visit!

BEIGE ALAIN DUCASSE TOKYO

Open:  Lunch 11:30 am - 4:30 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm), Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:30 pm (L.O. 8:30 pm)
Closed: Monday, Tuesday, Summer season, Beginning and end of the year
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,500 JPY
Access: On the 10th floor of Chanel Bldg. 3 minutes walk from A10 Exit of Ginza Station on Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Marunouchi Line, and Hibiya Line
Address: 10F, Chanel Ginza Bldg., 3-5-3, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo

23. Madame Shrimp

8. Madame Shrimp
15 Famous Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo That Were Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
Shrimp lovers flock here for their delicious dishes made with crustaceans from across the globe. Lobsters, spiny lobsters, tiger prawns, glass shrimp, and even the "illusionary" higoromo shrimp, are just a sample of over 15 varieties that you can find here. The most popular item on the menu is the [Shrimp Fry Sandwich (3 cuts for 680 JPY, 6 cuts for 1,280 JPY)], which is a sandwich made with a shrimp cutlet. Of course, they offer seafood appetizers, pasta, and some meat dishes. If you’re in a hurry, you can also get meals to go! 

Madame Shrimp

Open: [Weekdays] 6:00 pm - 3:30 am (L.O. 2:30 am) [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
Access: 4 minutes walk from JR Shimbashi Station. Go towards the direction of Ginza along Sotobori-dori Street for 406 meters, then on the B2 floor of the building
Address: B2F, Plaza Ginza Bldg., 8-4-27, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo

24. NEO-SNAPPER CARNAVAL

13. NEO-SNAPPER CARNAVAL
15 Famous Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo That Were Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
Here, you can enjoy Spanish, Italian, and many more types of cuisine! Perfect for parties, you can relax in one of their private rooms, which are separated by curtains and equipped with TVs and DVD players. Their specialty is the [Seafood Paella] - an umami overload of seafood! Their all-you-can-drink courses (4,000 JPY plus tax or 5,000 JPY plus tax) come highly recommended, as they include paella made with different ingredients. Another must-try is their [Domestic Fresh Vegetable Bagna Cauda (1,300 JPY plus tax)], served with a deliciously rich anchovy and garlic-flavored sauce.

NEO-SNAPPER CARNAVAL

Open: [Monday - Thursday] 5:00 pm - 11:30 pm
[Friday, Saturday, Days before National Holidays] 5:00 pm - 5:00 am
Closed: Sunday, National Holidays, Beginning and end of the year (December 31 - January 3)
Average price: 4,000 JPY
Address: 2F, Pacific Ginza Bldg., 7-2-20, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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25. Restaurant Luke with Sky Lounge

15. Restaurant Luke with Sky Lounge
15 Famous Restaurants in Ginza, Tokyo That Were Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
High on the 47th floor of St Luke's Garden (Seiroka Garden), you can find this restaurant, around 221m up from the ground. From this glass-sided skyscraper that towers over Ginza, you can enjoy a breathtaking view with your meal. Specializing in [Modern International Cuisine], which uses only the best cooking techniques and ingredients from around the world, they have several courses and plans to choose from. Naturally, it is highly recommended to reserve a private room, where you can enjoy the night cityscape in style.

Restaurant Luke with Sky Lounge

Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm), Dinner 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays *Closed from December 30 - January 3 (may also close for private parties)
Average price: [Dinner] 7,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Address: 47F, Seiroka Garden, 8-1, Akashicho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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