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10 Best Yakitori in Tokyo: Top-Rated Spots & Easy Booking

Update-Date: Aug 9, 2026

Author: SAVOR JAPAN

Categories: Izakaya Sake Yakitori

10 Best Yakitori in Tokyo: Top-Rated Spots & Easy Booking

Craving authentic yakitori in Tokyo? Discover our top 10 picks for the best yakitori restaurants—from world-famous local icons to stylish hidden gems. Whether you want to reserve a table online in advance or visit legendary spots, explore Tokyo’s finest charcoal-grilled skewers here.

1. Nakameguro [Toriyoshi Naka-Meguro]

The happiness of savoring carefully crafted, high-quality yakitori with a loved one.

Located just a 3-minute walk from Nakameguro Station on the Tokyo Metro, "Toriyoshi Naka-Meguro" is a popular yakitori restaurant founded by Yoshito Inomata, who is known for spreading the Japanese food culture of "YAKITORI" in Paris. Upon opening the door, the first thing that catches the eye is the beautifully majestic white wood counter made from a single slab. Enjoying a skewer while watching the skilled artisans at work is truly an exquisite experience.

The main ingredient, the "Date Chicken" from Fukushima Prefecture, has a firm yet tender texture, and its flavor balance is exquisite. The whole chicken is procured, and everything from butchering to skewering is done by hand, allowing customers to enjoy even the rare cuts, which is a significant attraction. In addition to the classic yakitori, they can also savor a variety of dishes such as the elegantly flavorful "Mune Usuzukuri" and "Kiji Don," which are popular for their freshness.
📍 Walk-ins Only (Legendary Must-Visit Spot)

Toriyoshi Naka-Meguro

Open: [Monday, Wednesday - Friday] 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm) [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
Access: Go left from the South Ticket Gate of Naka-meguro Station on Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line / 3-minute walk from the East Exit
Address: 1F, Yajima Bldg., 2-8-6, Kami-meguro, Meguro-ku, Tokyo
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2. Yakitori TAKE

Yakitori TAKE embraces once-in-a-lifetime encounters with both its guests and daily ingredients. Every element, from lovingly raised Date chickens and fresh vegetables to the chosen salt and water, represents the tireless dedication of producers. Driven by a mission to fully draw out the distinct individuality of these ingredients using skill and imagination, the restaurant engages all five senses. The culinary team carefully grills each uniquely characterized Date chicken into flavorful skewers while communicating with the components, inviting diners to savor traditional Japanese flavors shared proudly with the world.

Yakitori TAKE

Open: [Weekdays, Saturday] 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 20,000 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from Shimbashi Station on JR Yamanote Line
Address: 3F, REVERIE SHINBASHI, 4-21-8, Shinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo Map
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3. Yakitori Tsukiya

At “Yakitori Tsukiya,” guests can experience an exquisite fusion of premium grilled chicken and Japanese cuisine, showcasing the heritage of traditional Japanese culinary techniques. The brand chicken, “Date Hen Chicken,” is carefully selected and cooked to perfection, with fresh seasonal vegetables to enhance the overall flavor.

5 Best Yakitori Restaurants in Tokyo: Authentic & Stylish Picks

For those looking to fully enjoy the signature dishes, the restaurant offers a range of thoughtfully prepared courses. The restaurant features a welcoming yet elegant atmosphere perfect for enjoying together with family and friends. How about savoring the luxurious appeal of Date Hen Chicken at Yakitori Tsukiya?

Yakitori Tsukiya

Open: [Weekdays, Saturday] 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 18,000 JPY
Access: 4-minute walk from Exit B7 of Ginza Station on the Ginza Line. 5-minute walk from Yurakucho Station on the JR Yamanote Line and Keihin Tohoku Line. 7-minutes walk from Shimbashi Station on the JR Yamanote Line and Keihin Tohoku Line
Address: 10F, Ginza 745 Bldg., 7-4-5, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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4. Nagoya Cochin Ichiou Ginza

Nagoya Cochin Ichiou Ginza, located on the 12th floor of the Ginza Mitsukoshi New Building, is a specialty restaurant dedicated to Nagoya Cochin, one of Japan's top three Jidori chicken breeds. Sourced from poultry raised with careful attention to environment and feed, the menu offers varied dishes including flavorful kushiyaki skewers, rich oyakodon chicken and egg bowls, and satisfying hot pots. The high-quality Japanese interior features counter and table seating alongside private rooms, making it a satisfying choice for everything from casual visits to business dinners or family meals.

Nagoya Cochin Ichiou Ginza

Open: [Weekdays, Day Before National Holidays] Lunch 11:00 am - 4:00 pm (L.O. 3:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm), [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Open all day 11:00 am - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 9,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,500 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from the ticket gate of Ginza Station on the Tokyo Metro lines
Address: 12F, New Bldg., Ginza Mitsukoshi, 4-6-16, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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5. Sumibi Kushiyaki Ando

Sumibi Kushiyaki Ando serves exquisite grilled skewers and innovative dishes featuring premium Nichinan chicken from Miyazaki Prefecture. Guests can savor unique, beautifully plated creations crafted by a chef trained in French cuisine, all expertly grilled over top-quality charcoal. The stylish, relaxed Japanese-style interior offers counter seats to watch the grill in action, cozy tables, and private rooms for any occasion. Conveniently located just a short walk from Shinjuku Station, it is the perfect spot for travelers seeking an authentic yet refined Tokyo dining experience.

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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6. Tori-no-Miyagawa AKASAKA INTERCITY AIR

Tori-no-Miyagawa AKASAKA INTERCITY AIR presents a new business style produced by the renowned Yakitori Miyagawa. The lively space evokes a nostalgic Japanese pub atmosphere where guests enjoy authentic, meticulously grilled chicken skewers and exquisite chicken dishes with a juicy, resilient texture. The menu highlights fresh vegetables sourced directly from producers alongside carefully brewed sake and homemade desserts favored by female diners. Fusing long-established expertise with a contemporary style, it draws dedicated patrons from afar seeking genuine flavors and a welcoming, traditional izakaya dining experience.

Located within walking distance of the Imperial Palace and Marunouchi, and with convenient access to Otemachi and Tokyo Stations, this bright and casual restaurant features 46 seats, making it a popular spot for families and female guests to enjoy delicious yakitori in a relaxed setting.

Tori-no-Miyagawa AKASAKA INTERCITY AIR

Open: [Weekdays (Monday - Friday)] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:30 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: 2 minutes walk from Tameike Sanno Station on Tokyo Metro Ginza Line and Tokyo Metro Namboku Line
Address: B1F, AKASAKA INTERCITY AIR, 1-8-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo Map
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7. Hinazidori-Yakitori Maekawa

Located a 5-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Ginza Station, on the top floor of an 11-story building. Beyond the grand entrance lies a wine cellar, and the interior, composed of white tiles, glass, and stainless steel, creates an indescribable sense of openness. In this refreshing space, which is hard to believe is a restaurant that uses charcoal, guests can enjoy exquisite dishes such as yakitori, crafted by a master who has dedicated years to chicken cuisine. It is truly a special restaurant, perfect for an adult date in Ginza.

The ingredients used are exclusively Hinai chicken and vegetables from the Shonai handmade farm in Yamagata Prefecture. From the classic skewers that are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, to the flavorful tataki and fried dishes paired with seasonal vegetables, everything offers an exquisite taste. The owner has carefully selected about 40 types of sake, mainly focusing on ginjo sake. Guests can enjoy exquisite chicken dishes while gazing at the romantic, sparkling night view of Ginza.

Hinaizidori-Yakitori Maekawa

Open: [Weekday, Saturday, day before public holiday] normally 17:00 to 23:00 (last order 22:30)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY
Access: Located 5 minutes by foot from Ginza Station on the Tokyo Metro / Shimbashi Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, JR Lines, the Toei Asakusa Line, or other connecting lines.
Address: Asoruti Ginza Hana Tsubaki Dori Bldg. 11F, 7-6-10 Ginza , Chuo-ku, Tokyo
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8. Toriyaki Hajime

Savor exquisite skewers carefully grilled one by one.

At "Toriyaki Hajime", guests can enjoy high-quality skewers that are carefully prepared and grilled over binchotan charcoal in a calm atmosphere. Here, selected local chickens such as 'Jiyou Chicken', 'Daniwa Black Chicken', and 'Kyoto Benishidori' are used to create skewers that bring out their charm to the fullest. For those who want to savor different flavors from various parts, the 'Skewer Course' is recommended.

The interior features a chic space dominated by black, creating a calm atmosphere. It is equipped with semi-private rooms, making it a perfect place to spend a special time. The variety of alcoholic beverages is abundant, and they pair excellently with the skewers. How about enjoying exquisite skewers in a comfortable space at "Toriyaki Hajime"?

Toriyaki Hajime

Open: [Weekdays] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm / [Weekdays, Saturday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Closed: Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 4,500 JPY / [Lunch] 900 JPY
Access: 2-minute walk from the west exit of JR Suidobashi Station / 2-minute walk from Suidobashi Station on Toei Mita Line
Address: 2-18-2, Misaki-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
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9. Yakitori Miyagawa Akasaka branch

Yakitori Miyagawa Akasaka branch is an old-established yakitori restaurant with 70 years of history. The venue serves popular chicken dishes using pure, rare domestic chicken alongside seasonal vegetables from carefully-selected production sites. Sake lovers throughout Japan appreciate the sake of miracle developed with a historic sake brewery, featuring the carefully brewed Mudai and just-brewed Namakara available only at the Miyagawa group. A wide variety of domestic wines, shochu, whiskies, and cocktails complements the menu. The most recommended pairing features their White Deep-Fried Chicken served with homemade ponzu at this homey restaurant.

Yakitori Miyagawa Akasaka branch

Open: [Weekdays (Monday - Friday)] Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 7,000 JPY
Access: 2 minutes walk from Tameike Sanno Station on Tokyo Metro Ginza Line and Tokyo Metro Namboku Line
Address: B1F, AKASAKA INTERCITY AIR, 1-8-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo Map
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10. Yakitori Miyagawa Otemachi branch

Yakitori Miyagawa Otemachi branch sits within walking distance of the Imperial Palace and the shopping hubs of Marunouchi. The restaurant features high-quality chicken skewers utilizing free-range domestic jidori chicken sourced from a contracted farm. The active nature of the poultry yields a resilient texture and juicy flavor profile, which pairs well with original house pairings like Roasted Eight Black Seasonings or Matured Red Japanese Peppers. Boasting 46 seats, this casual venue offers convenient accessibility near Tokyo and Otemachi stations, drawing families and female guests alike.

Yakitori Miyagawa Otemachi branch

Open: [Weekdays (Monday - Friday)] Lunch 11:15 am - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) / Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: 2 minutes walk from Otemachi Station on Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line, or 6 minutes walk from Otemachi Station on Tokyo Metro Tozai Line
Address: B1F, Financial City South Tower, 1-9-7 Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo Map
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