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. Sushi Ginza Onodera
An exquisite adult time to enjoy delicious sushi and sake.
Located just a minute's walk from Higashi-Ginza Station, "Sushi Ginza Onodera" is a sushi restaurant where artisans personally visit the market to carefully select ingredients for their dishes. Each piece of sushi, meticulously prepared with seasonal ingredients, offers a delicate flavor that showcases the skilled craftsmanship of the artisans. A highly recommended choice is the "Seasonal Omakase Nigiri," which bursts with flavor and aroma the moment it touches your palate. The melt-in-your-mouth taste of the premium Japanese bluefin tuna, sourced from local waters, is particularly outstanding.
At the counter seats crafted from a single plank of cedar, customers can enjoy the live experience of artisans crafting sushi right before their eyes. The atmosphere is perfect for adult dates, as you can leisurely enjoy conversation while witnessing the sushi-making process. To complement the sushi, a selection of carefully curated Japanese sake and shochu is available, allowing you to savor an elevated adult experience while sharing drinks with your loved ones.
Sushi Ginza Onodera
Open:
Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (last order 9:00 pm) / Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pmClosed:
NoneAverage price:
[Dinner] 30,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPYAccess: 10minute walk from Higashi-ginza Station
Address:
B1F/2F Sunlit Ginza Bldg. III, 5-14-14 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
MapMore Details 2. Brasserie Paul Bocuse Ginza
Authentic brasserie offering classic French cuisine in a casual atmosphere.
Paul Bocuse, the culinary maestro who laid the foundation for modern French cuisine. This restaurant allows you to enjoy classic dishes passed down from Paul Bocuse himself in a casual setting. The expansive main floor, with seating for 100 guests and views of Ginza's cityscape, exudes an open and welcoming atmosphere. While maintaining the lively ambiance characteristic of a brasserie, the restaurant also exudes a sense of elegance in its design.
You can enjoy authentic French cuisine that embodies the culinary philosophy of Paul Bocuse at affordable prices. Dishes such as the "Rossini-style Sautéed Domestic Beef Fillet and Foie Gras with Truffle-scented Perigord Sauce" and the "Lyon Specialty Pistachio Sausage Brioche with Duck Terrine, Campagnard-style" are available. Additionally, you can indulge in a variety of Paul Bocuse's signature soups made with seasonal ingredients.
Brasserie Paul Bocuse Ginza
Open:
[Weekday] Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (last order 2:00 pm)[Sunday,Saturday,Holidays] Lunch 11:00 am - 3:30 pm (last order 2:30 pm)Dinner 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm (last order 8:00 pm)Closed:
NoneAverage price:
[Dinner] 6,500 JPY / [Lunch] 3,500 JPYAccess: 3-minute walk from Yurakucho Station.
Address: 10F, Marronnier Gate 1, 2-2-14 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
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3. Ginza Katsukami
A rare tonkatsu restaurant offering a variety of cuts in course meals.
"Ginza Katsukami" is a popular restaurant known for its unique style of offering various cuts of tonkatsu in course format, serving each piece individually. With a refined atmosphere reminiscent of a high-end sushi restaurant, it's truly a tonkatsu establishment tailored for adults. To ensure that each dish is served at its best, the restaurant limits its seating to 13, making reservations mandatory for evening dining and recommended for lunch.
During lunch, patrons can enjoy a selection of 4 to 5 types of tonkatsu, while dinner offers a variety of 6 types of tonkatsu, including rare cuts, along with shrimp fry, all freshly fried. The restaurant primarily uses "Yonezawa Pork Ichiban-nasugata," a premium pork brand from Yamagata Prefecture. Raised on a diet rich in barley, it's known for its strong sweetness and flavor. With the concept of "Tonkatsu and Wine Marriage," the restaurant also encourages patrons to enjoy delicious wine alongside their meal.
Ginza Katsukami
Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Ginza Station.
Address: 5F, Ginza Miyako Bldg., 5-6-10 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
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 JPYAccess:
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 MapMore Details Reservation
5. 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:
NoneAverage price:
[Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPYAccess: 2-minute walk from Ginza Station.
Address:
4F-B, 5-8-9, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
MapMore Details 6. 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:
SundaysAverage price:
[Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,500 JPYAccess:
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 MapMore Details
7. 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:
NoneAverage price:
[Dinner] 10,000 JPYAccess:
3-minute walk from Ginza StationAddress:
7F, KIRARITO GINZA, 1-8-19, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
More Details Reservation 8. Denkosekka Ginza branch
Impressed by the wine pairing and dome-shaped okonomiyaki.
The second branch of the popular okonomiyaki restaurant 'Denkosekka,' which boasts enduring popularity in Hiroshima. Here, they import carefully selected ingredients from Hiroshima to faithfully recreate the authentic flavors. The interior exudes a chic and sophisticated adult atmosphere, typical of Ginza, with attention to detail in the decor, such as using shells of Hiroshima oysters for the walls and cloud-themed decorations.
From 5 pm to 10 pm, they exclusively offer course meals featuring okonomiyaki as the main dish, with appetizers to desserts. Alongside the iconic 'Denkosekka' okonomiyaki, notable for its dome-shaped and fluffy appearance, they also serve teppanyaki dishes made with Hiroshima seafood and meat.
Denko sekka Ginza branch
Open:
[Weekday] Lunch 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (last order 10:30 pm)Closed:
Saturday,SundayAverage price:
[Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPYAccess: 4-minute walk from Ginza Station.
Address: 4F, FPG links GINZA Corridor, 8-2-16 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
MapMore Details 9. 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:
MondayAverage price:
[Dinner] 7,000 JPYAccess:
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
More Details Reservation 10. Ginza Shinfuen
A restaurant where you can enjoy 'innovative Chinese cuisine' that combines tradition with the style of Ginza.
Located just a 2-minute walk from Ginza Station on the 6th floor of the Ginza Miyuki-kan Building is 'Ginza Shinfukuen.' The interior of the restaurant features a luxurious ambiance with black and gold tones, perfectly suited for its location in Ginza. Amidst the sophisticated and tranquil atmosphere, guests are guaranteed to enjoy a luxurious dining experience accompanied by exquisite cuisine.
What sets this restaurant apart is its 'innovative Chinese cuisine,' which combines traditional Chinese techniques with fresh seafood and mountain delicacies from various regions of Japan, innovated as the 'Ginza style.' Dishes such as '25-head dried abalone from Oma, Aomori Prefecture' and 'Large-scale Kikujikamio shark fin simmered from Kesennuma' offer a fusion of authentic flavors with a new twist, allowing diners to fully indulge in innovative Chinese cuisine while still experiencing the essence of the original taste.
Ginza Shinfuen
Open:
Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (last order 2:30 pm)[Weekday,Saturday] Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:30 pm (last order 10:00 pm)[Sunday,Holidays] Dinner 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm (last order 9:00 pm)Closed:
Average price:
[Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPYAccess: 2-minute walk from Ginza Station.
Address: 6F, Ginza Miyukikan Bldg., 6-5-17 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Japan
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Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.