Update-date: Mar 23 2025
This time, five recommended izakayas in Chiba that are perfect for a lively gathering will be introduced. In addition to a wide variety of à la carte menu items, there are also well-rounded course options. Some restaurants offer services ideal for drinking parties, such as all-you-can-drink options and private room rentals, so they are worth checking out!
1. Sakaemachi [Marudori (whole chicken) x Yakitori Kanzenkoshitsu (complete private room) Izakaya Kiichi]
A completely private room izakaya where guests can relax comfortably.
Located just a 3-minute walk from Sakaemachi Station, "Marudori×Yakitori Kanzenkoshitsu izakaya Kiichi" is a restaurant that sources and serves seasonal fresh ingredients. The popular 'kushiyaki' features a lineup of 15 varieties, ranging from classic chicken skewers to vegetable skewers. In addition to the hand-formed 'creative tsukune', a wide variety of course meals are also available, making it perfect for banquets.
The restaurant is located on the 3rd floor of the building. The interior, unified with a modern Japanese design, features private rooms for all seats, making it perfect for casual gatherings with friends or business meetings. There are also rooms where guests can enjoy views of the town, allowing them to savor delicious yakitori in a spacious atmosphere.
Marudori x Yakitori Kanzenkoshitsu Izakaya Kiichi
Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:30 pm (last order 10:45 pm)
Closed:
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Exit 2 of Sakaemachi Station / Head south along the monorail viaduct, and it's located at the Tomiei Bridge intersection
Address: 3F, Claman Building, 1-15-2 Fujimi, Chuo-ku, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture
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Closed:
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Exit 2 of Sakaemachi Station / Head south along the monorail viaduct, and it's located at the Tomiei Bridge intersection
Address: 3F, Claman Building, 1-15-2 Fujimi, Chuo-ku, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture
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2. Urayasu [Urayasu Kourai]
A ramen izakaya where guests can enjoy blissful ramen and seasonal delicacies.
At the restaurant "Urayasu Kourai", where the owner has trained at a renowned Japanese cuisine establishment, guests can enjoy a variety of dishes that emphasize local production for local consumption, using ingredients from Chiba Prefecture. The interior features a bright and clean space with white wallpaper as the base. The menu is extensive and caters to the whole family, and it is also a nice touch that there are children's chairs available.
The "Sashimi Platter" is a popular menu item featuring a selection of 5 to 6 types of fresh seasonal fish directly sourced from Toyosu Market. The soy sauce used is from a local brand, enhancing the rich flavor of the bonito. The signature "Urayasu Soba" boasts an exquisite deep flavor from a broth carefully prepared with two types of bonito flakes and natural kelp combined with chicken bones.
Urayasu Kourai
Open: [Tuesday - Friday] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 11:00 pm), [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:30 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from the South Exit of Urayasu Station on Tozai Line
Address: 1F, 1-1-4, Kitazakae, Urayasu-shi, Chiba
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Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from the South Exit of Urayasu Station on Tozai Line
Address: 1F, 1-1-4, Kitazakae, Urayasu-shi, Chiba
3. Shimousa Nakayama [Katsugyo (live fish) Jagaimo]
A restaurant where guests can enjoy creative dishes utilizing Hokkaido ingredients.
"Katsugyo Jagaimo" is a creative izakaya known for its handmade dishes that make the most of Hokkaido ingredients. As the name 'Jagaimo' suggests, the standout dish is the crispy 'Hokkaido Croquette.' Additionally, there are unique dishes utilizing local ingredients, such as 'Homemade Nikujaga Pizza.' The restaurant also offers a wide variety of sake, including renowned brands like Ichinokura, Kubota, and Hakkaisan, which are sure to delight sake enthusiasts.
In a Japanese-style space with all seats featuring sunken kotatsu tables, guests can enjoy their meals while relaxing comfortably. There are courses available that include a 120-minute all-you-can-drink option, and the restaurant can be reserved for private parties, accommodating gatherings of any size from small to large. How about spending a delightful time with handmade dishes and drinks from "Katsugyo Jagaimo"?
Katsugyo Jagaimo
Open: Normal hours: 17:00-01:00 / Lunch from 11:30-14:00*Not operating for lunch on Thursdays
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY / [Lunch] 890 JPY
Access: Exit Shimosanakayama station of the JR Sobu Line through the south exit and proceed to the narrow road in front of you. Make a right at the crossroads.
Address: Tatsuoka Bldg. 103, 3-22-10 Moto Nakayama , Funabashi-shi, Chiba
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY / [Lunch] 890 JPY
Access: Exit Shimosanakayama station of the JR Sobu Line through the south exit and proceed to the narrow road in front of you. Make a right at the crossroads.
Address: Tatsuoka Bldg. 103, 3-22-10 Moto Nakayama , Funabashi-shi, Chiba
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4. Ichikawa [Izakaya Kinchan]
A public izakaya with various styles of spaces available.
Just a 2-minute walk from Ichikawa Station, "Izakaya Kinchan" is a popular restaurant where guests can casually enjoy a wide variety of menu items and drinks. In addition to the signature 'Shiro Motsu Nikomi', guests can savor 'Basashi Yukke' served with homemade sauce, and 'Kushiyaki' made with carefully selected skewers, all perfect for pairing with drinks.
A wooden sign displaying the restaurant's name and the red lanterns lined up on both sides serve as landmarks. The spacious interior can accommodate up to 92 guests and features counter seats, table seats, as well as semi-private rooms, private rooms, and even a party room. It can be flexibly used for various occasions, from small gatherings to large groups.
Izakaya Kinchan
Open: [Tuesday - Friday] 4:30 pm - 10:30 pm (last order 10:30 pm)[Sunday,Saturday,Holidays] Dinner 4:00 pm - 10:30 pm (last order 10:00 pm)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 3,800 JPY / [Lunch] 3,800 JPY
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 3,800 JPY / [Lunch] 3,800 JPY
5. Motoyawata [Nakagawa Tofu-an]
A creative Japanese restaurant run by the third generation of a long-established tofu shop.
Located just a 3-minute walk from Motoyawata Station, Nakagawa Tofu-an is a restaurant run by the third generation of a long-established tofu shop that has been in business since the early Showa period. The 'Three Types of Yudofu (6 pieces)' is a dish that allows customers to enjoy three varieties of tofu—cotton, silk, and sesame—made using Fukuyutaka soybeans from Saga Prefecture and well water sourced from 100 meters underground. Additionally, a wide variety of menu options are available.
The interior offers a relaxing Japanese atmosphere. In addition to counter and table seats, there are also sunken kotatsu-style seats that are easy for families and groups to use. If reserved in advance, it is possible to order menu options perfect for banquets, such as the 'Tofu Course' featuring homemade tofu as the main dish or the 'Tofu Kaiseki'.
Nakagawa Tofu-an
Open: [Sunday,Wednesday - Saturday,Holidays,Day Before Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:30 pm[Wednesday - Friday,Day Before Holidays] Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm[Sunday,Tuesday,Holidays] Dinner 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm (last order 9:00 pm)[Saturday] Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.
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