Update-date: Mar 11 2025
When you want Japanese food, but don't want to go out of your way, the tourist hub of Shinjuku is the perfect solution. Here are 14 restaurants out of the the many spots serving Japanese food in this area.
1. Tagoto Kouetsuho Keio Department Store Branch
Tagoto Koetsuho, a 144-year-old establishment, offers authentic Kyoto cuisine featuring abundant seasonal vegetables and seafood served in a traditional Kaiseki style. The "Temari Sushi Kaiseki," with its beautifully presented bite-sized sushi, is a standout. Lunch sets are available for casual dining. The restaurant's tranquil, Japanese-style interior includes Kyoto townhouse-style kotatsu seats and private rooms for up to 6 people. It's suitable for various occasions, from social gatherings and business dinners to family meetings.
Tagoto Kouetsuho Keio Department Store Branch
Open: Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm / Dinner 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm) Kaiseki cuisine L.O. 7:00 pm. (Following the opening hours of the department store) *Please note that business hours may change.
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,500 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from the West Exit of Shinjuku Station. Located on the 8th floor of Keio Department Store Shinjuku.
Address: 8F, Keio Department Store Shinjuku, 1-1-4, Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,500 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from the West Exit of Shinjuku Station. Located on the 8th floor of Keio Department Store Shinjuku.
Address: 8F, Keio Department Store Shinjuku, 1-1-4, Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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2. Sushi & Japanese Cuisine Shinjuku Yonegami
Located in Shinjuku, Sushi & Japanese Cuisine Shinjuku Yonegami offers a sushi course that showcases seasonal ingredients, prepared by a chef with experience in traditional ryotei (Japanese fine dining) establishments. They aim to bring out the essence of seasonal ingredients and embody the spirit of 'ichigo ichie,' which means 'one time, one'meeting'—emphasizing the uniqueness of each dining experience. For lunch, they serve a special sushi course that you can enjoy at the unique counter seats for an immersive experience. Their courses are designed with a focus on seasonality and are presented in an omakase style, allowing you to savor dishes that highlight the masterful skills of the chef.
Sushi & Japanese Cuisine Shinjuku Yonegami
Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm / Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 6,000 JPY
Access: 370m from Shinjuku Station
Address: 3F-A, Seirei Bldg., 1-19-13, Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 6,000 JPY
Access: 370m from Shinjuku Station
Address: 3F-A, Seirei Bldg., 1-19-13, Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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3. Yakitori Tori Ryori Toritatsu
Premium chicken is grilled over binchotan at this yakitori (grilled chicken skewer) spot. The yakitori and various other chicken dishes here - made with Hyuga and Jiyo chickens, which are known for their healthy properties and sweet flavors - are highly popular! Reservations are required on the weekend. Recommended choices include the [Fried Chicken Tender with Cheese] (750 JPY), consisting of light pieces of chicken that ooze delicious cheese, as well as the [Garlic Tsukune] (350 JPY), a garlic-scented chicken meatball that begs to be paired with drinks! Options for the more health-conscious diners are also available, such as the [Asparagus Roll] (350 JPY) and the [Baby Sardine Salad].
Yakitori Tori Ryori Toritatsu
Open: 4:00 pm - 2:00 am[Saturday] 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Closed: Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 2,000 JPY
Access: Exit through the south exit of JR Yamanote Line "Shinjuku Station", and go to the right.
Address: Ayuzawa Bldg. B1F , 1-19-12 Nishi Shinjuku , Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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Closed: Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 2,000 JPY
Access: Exit through the south exit of JR Yamanote Line "Shinjuku Station", and go to the right.
Address: Ayuzawa Bldg. B1F , 1-19-12 Nishi Shinjuku , Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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4. Sumibi Kushiyaki Ando
Sumibi Kushiyaki Ando offers grilled skewers and creative cuisine using brand-name chicken from Miyazaki Prefecture in a relaxed Japanese atmosphere fully furnished with private rooms. You can enjoy unique dishes prepared by a chef with a French background, such as skewers of Nichinan chicken from Miyazaki Prefecture, carefully grilled over quality charcoal and a la carte dishes that are beautifully presented. The interior of the restaurant is stylish yet relaxed. The restaurant is suitable for many occasions, with counter seats ideal for one person, table seats for friends and dates, and two private rooms for up to 20 people. The restaurant is easy to reach from Shinjuku Station, with just a 2 to 3 minutes walk, so this restaurant is recommended for both private and business occasions.
Sumibi Kushiyaki Ando
Open: [Monday-Thursday, Sunday] Dinner 6:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O 11:00 pm) [Friday, Saturday] Dinner 6:00 pm - 5:00 am (L.O 4:00 am)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: From the east exit of Shinjuku Station, go straight to the Don Quixote Kabukicho branch. It is on the 3F of the left side building when you proceed through Godzilla Street in front of TOHO Cinemas
Address: 3F, WaMall Kabukicho, 1-18-9, Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: From the east exit of Shinjuku Station, go straight to the Don Quixote Kabukicho branch. It is on the 3F of the left side building when you proceed through Godzilla Street in front of TOHO Cinemas
Address: 3F, WaMall Kabukicho, 1-18-9, Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
5. Sushi Akazu Kanayama
Based on recipes deciphered from documents dating back 200 years, they have recreated the Edo cuisine loved by the people of Edo (old Tokyo) based on the concept of "Study the old to understand the new)." This new restaurant in Nishi-Shinjuku offers carefully prepared courses of seasonal ingredients, incorporating both Edo-style sushi and the original Edo cuisine. The head chef trained at a starred sushi restaurant in Tokyo and honed his skills. You can enjoy course meals designed to go well with alcoholic beverages.
Sushi Akazu Kanayama
Open: [Monday-Saturday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O.10:00 pm)
Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 22,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from JR Shinjuku Station West Exit / It is on the second floor of a building in an alley
Address: 2F, Daiichihoutoku Bldg.,1-4-17, Nishishinjyuku, Shinjyuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 22,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from JR Shinjuku Station West Exit / It is on the second floor of a building in an alley
Address: 2F, Daiichihoutoku Bldg.,1-4-17, Nishishinjyuku, Shinjyuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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6. Izakaya Umaimon Shinjuku Kabuki-cho
Enjoy a glass of sake while savoring charcoal-grilled flavors, including seasonal fish, at Izakaya Umaimon. The restaurant's interior has a subdued Japanese aesthetic, ideal for a slow-paced, relaxing meal. Fish options here include many single-item dishes like the [Cod Milt with Ponzu] (citrus-seasoned soy sauce) (880 JPY) and [Grilled Hokke] (Atka mackerel) (880 JPY), excellent for pairing with sake, especially in the form of a sake tasting set, which is a very popular option! The set offers a total of 10 kinds of sake, so you are sure to have fun trying different combinations of food and drinks.
Izakaya Umaimon Shinjuku Kabuki-cho
Open: [Weekdays, Saturday] 6:00 pm - 5:00 am (L.O. 4:00 am)
Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY
Access: A 5-minute walk from the east exit of the JR Shinjuku station. A 6-minute walk from Shinjuku-sanchome station on the Tokyo Metro and Toei subway lines.
Address: Kabukicho Bldg. 1F, 1-12-6 Kabukicho , Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY
Access: A 5-minute walk from the east exit of the JR Shinjuku station. A 6-minute walk from Shinjuku-sanchome station on the Tokyo Metro and Toei subway lines.
Address: Kabukicho Bldg. 1F, 1-12-6 Kabukicho , Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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7. Ubuka
Ubuka has a tucked-away feeling and offers mainly shellfish dishes, which primarily appear as part of chef’s choice courses. These courses feature delicacies like fresh Japanese tiger prawns and crab, prepared with a variety of techniques including sashimi, frying, and steaming. The owner takes pride in the [Japanese Tiger Prawn Sashimi], a dish with a sweet flavor and excellent texture. Furthermore, the sake and wine selection at Ubuka has been curated with an eye towards pairing with the food, so it is certain to further enhance the flavors of your meal.
Ubuka
Open: [Weekdays/Saturdays/days before holidays] Normal hours: 6:00 pm- 12:00 am (last order 11:30 pm).
Closed: Sundays,Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY
Access: 3 minutes by foot upon alighting at Yotsuya-sanchome station on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi line
Address: IS 2 Building 1F, Araki-cho 2-14, Shinjuku, Tokyo (Map)
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Closed: Sundays,Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY
Access: 3 minutes by foot upon alighting at Yotsuya-sanchome station on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi line
Address: IS 2 Building 1F, Araki-cho 2-14, Shinjuku, Tokyo (Map)
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8. Sushi Iwase
Sushi Iwase is a high-end restaurant that features exclusively counter seating, and serves sushi crafted by the energetic staff. Dining options are all chef's choice courses only, and this spot is notable for alternating between nigirizushi and other light fares to enjoy with drinks. Popular choices include the [Anago Shirayaki], lightly broiled conger eel without any seasoning whose aromatic outside forms a wonderful contrast to its rare inside, as well as the [Masu], which is trout from Aomori Prefecture. To fully unlock the flavors of the rich, fatty trout, it is first seared and then lightly brined, fully bringing out the fish's umami for your dining pleasure!
Sushi Iwase
Open: [Tuesday - Sunday, National Holidays, Day before National Holidays] Lunch: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm / Dinner 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Closed: Mondays
Average price: [Dinner] 16,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,700 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from JR Shinjuku Station South Exit
Address: Shinjuku Youth Bldg. "PAX" 6F, 4-1-9 Shinjuku , Shinjuku, Tokyo (Map)
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Closed: Mondays
Average price: [Dinner] 16,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,700 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from JR Shinjuku Station South Exit
Address: Shinjuku Youth Bldg. "PAX" 6F, 4-1-9 Shinjuku , Shinjuku, Tokyo (Map)
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9. Torishige
Torishige is one of the top motsuyaki (grilled offal) restaurants in Tokyo. The motsuyaki is cooked over intensely hot Kishu binchotan, resulting in a dish with no unpleasant odors, and is coated in a salty-sweet, shoyu-based sauce. Try classic options like liver and large intestine with the [Skewer Selection] (400 JPY), but don't skip over the rarer options, such as the [Tongue Root] (1,000 JPY). One serving uses 2 cows' worth of tongue, and is a superb, fatty item! The [Deluxe Large Intestine] (1,000 JPY), another rare choice, also uses 1 whole pig's worth of rectum for 1 skewer. You won't be able to get enough of its meltingly-soft texture!
Torishige
Open: [Weekdays, Saturday, National Holiday, Day before National Holiday] 5:00 pm - 1:00 am (L.O. 00:00 am)
Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 7,000 JPY
Access: A one-minute walk from Shinjuku Station on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi, JR, Keio, Odakyu Odawara, Toei Oedo, and Toei Shinjuku lines.
Address: 2-6-5 Yoyogi , Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 7,000 JPY
Access: A one-minute walk from Shinjuku Station on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi, JR, Keio, Odakyu Odawara, Toei Oedo, and Toei Shinjuku lines.
Address: 2-6-5 Yoyogi , Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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10. Shinjuku Kappo Nakajima
This restaurant pushes Japanese cuisine in new directions, with dining options consisting primarily of courses offering Japanese cooking that both preserve traditions while adding innovative touches. The various delicate flavors on display here are quite popular, such as the deftly-cut sashimi and mixed seasonal leafy vegetables, beautiful in appearance. You must be sure to try the [Saikyo-grilled Salmon with Sauteed Spinach and Pickled Lotus Root]! This boneless king salmon is steeped in sweet, rich Saikyo miso (Kyoto-style white miso) and then grilled, resulting in a refined flavor that is sure to win you over! Diners here can also choose from a drink selection that includes sake, beer, shochu, and wine.
Shinjuku Kappo Nakajima
Open: [Weekdays, Saturday, Days before National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm(L.O. Course menu 1:00 pm,L.O. Set menu 1:45 pm)Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:00pm (L.O. 8:00 pm)
Closed: Sundays
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 800 JPY
Access: Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line, Fukutoshin Line Shinjuku Sanchome Station / JR Chuo Line, Sobu Line, Yamanote Line Shinjuku Station South Exit, behind Otsuka Kagu IDC.
Address: B1F Hiwara Bldg., 3-32-5 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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Closed: Sundays
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 800 JPY
Access: Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line, Fukutoshin Line Shinjuku Sanchome Station / JR Chuo Line, Sobu Line, Yamanote Line Shinjuku Station South Exit, behind Otsuka Kagu IDC.
Address: B1F Hiwara Bldg., 3-32-5 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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11. Bishokudokoro Sakuji Nishishinjuku
This izakaya (Japanese pub) offers authentic Japanese food at reasonable prices. The food here is prepared with all manner of techniques and includes options such as sashimi, fried items, grilled cuisine, and stewed dishes. The tempura is especially recommended, as it is made using seasonal ingredients; the [Mixed Tempura of Corn and Japanese Wild Parsley] is particularly popular! The corn's sweetness and the crunchy texture make this fried dish a pleasure to eat. There are many other great options here as well, such as the [Assortment of 4 Kinds of Sashimi] and [Whole-Onion Soup with Thick Yuba Sauce], in which you can enjoy the simple flavors of the ingredients.
Bishokudokoro Sakuji Nishishinjuku
Open: [Weekday/Saturday/Holiday/Day before holiday] Dinner 17:30 - 23:00 [Weekday/Day before holiday] Lunch 11:30 - 14:00 Closed on holidays and Saturdays.
Closed: Sundays
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY / [Lunch] 850 JPY
Access: Three minute walk from Toei Oedo Line Nishi-Shinjuku-gochome Station or five minute walk from Tocho-mae Station.
Address: Sakai Bldg. 1F , 6-16-10 Nishi Shinjuku , Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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Closed: Sundays
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY / [Lunch] 850 JPY
Access: Three minute walk from Toei Oedo Line Nishi-Shinjuku-gochome Station or five minute walk from Tocho-mae Station.
Address: Sakai Bldg. 1F , 6-16-10 Nishi Shinjuku , Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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12. Niku Kappou - Niku Kabuku
Niku Kabuku offers a relaxed setting to enjoy "Niku Kappo" dishes featuring top-tier A5 Japanese black beef, fresh seafood, and seasonal vegetables from Toyosu. Chef Yamamoto, renowned for his global culinary experiences and hosting state guest receptions, passionately prepares dishes, always honoring the producers and diners alike. Signature dishes, like the "Charcoal Grilled Chateaubriand" and "A5 Zabuton Mini Toast with Truffles", which require an hour of careful preparation, promise an unforgettable taste experience, especially when paired with fine wines like "Opus One". It's an ideal spot for special outings with loved ones.
Niku Kappou - Niku Kabuku
Open: Dinner 6:00 pm - 4:00 am (L.O. 3:45 am)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 12,000 JPY
Access: 8-minute walk from East Exit of Shinjuku Station on JR Lines / 5-minute walk from Higashi-Shinjuku Station on the Toei Oedo Line and Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line
Address: Hotel Shena 2F, 2-22-1, Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 12,000 JPY
Access: 8-minute walk from East Exit of Shinjuku Station on JR Lines / 5-minute walk from Higashi-Shinjuku Station on the Toei Oedo Line and Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line
Address: Hotel Shena 2F, 2-22-1, Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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13. Somenya Ito Kabukicho Main Branch
The Somenya Ito is a refuge-like restaurant located in Kabukicho. It is a fine noodle restaurant, which is rare even in Tokyo. They take great pride in their noodles, which the staff go all the way to Shodoshima Island to select and have directly shipped. The Eat and Compare Set (Nama, Miwa, and Shodoshima), in which guests can eat 3 kinds of noodles at once, is highly recommended. In addition, they have a diverse lineup of foods including fresh seafood cuisine and luxurious rice bowls, so guests enjoy Japanese food in a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere.
Somenya Ito Kabukicho Main Branch
Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 7:00 am (L.O. 6:00 am)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 2,500 JPY
Access: From JR Shinjuku Station East Exit, take Sakura-dori Street and turn right onto Hanamichi-dori Street. Take a left at the host club sign. It is on the second floor of the Lawson building.
Address: 2F, 2-26-10, Kabuki-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 2,500 JPY
Access: From JR Shinjuku Station East Exit, take Sakura-dori Street and turn right onto Hanamichi-dori Street. Take a left at the host club sign. It is on the second floor of the Lawson building.
Address: 2F, 2-26-10, Kabuki-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
14. Nihonryori Junisoh
The Japanese restaurant Junisoh in Shinjuku uniquely blends traditional and contemporary design, featuring banquet seating, a contrasting black and white sushi counter, teppanyaki counters, and seven private rooms. With natural wood accents and a dedication to Edo-style sushi, the establishment's name, inspired by a historical area called "Junisoh" (十二社) in Nishi-shinjuku, symbolizes dishes crafted with the freshest seasonal ingredients each month of the year.
Nihonryori Junisoh
Open: Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm (last order 9:00 pm) / Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (last order 2:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access:
Address: Map
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
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Address: Map
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Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.
