Ranking
The best places to eat in Japan
An editorial ranking of restaurants, cafés and bars: grades from A+ to F, price range, and the Tabelog score where one exists.
Places ranked: 1,522
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Vietnamese Komugon Kyoto: Broth-Focused Vietnamese Cuisine
Kyoto · Casual Dining
A popular Vietnamese spot in Kyoto's Nakagyo ward, celebrated for its rich noodle broths and generous, well-priced lunch sets. The visible charcoal grill and Vietnam-themed interior add to the experience.
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1453
REIS KEBAB Shinjuku ten: Cheap and Fast Doner Kebab
Tokyo · Casual Dining
A 24/7 kebab stand in Kabukicho, serving generously stuffed doner kebabs for under ¥500. It's a popular late-night stop for a quick, filling, and very affordable meal just steps from Seibu Shinjuku station.
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1454
Koriya Yukiboshi: Creative, year-round kakigori
Hiroshima · Dessert Shop
A popular spot in Hiroshima for chef-style kakigori, available all year. Koriya Yukiboshi is known for its incredibly fine, snow-like shaved ice, creative house-made toppings, and impressive seasonal fruit preparations.
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1456
Edomae Sushi Misaki Souhonten: Made-to-Order Counter Sushi
Tokyo · Casual Dining
A lively sushi counter in Nihonbashi Ningyocho where chefs prepare Edo-mae style nigiri to order. It's known for its fresh, generous cuts, theatrical tuna filleting shows, and excellent value, especially at lunchtime.
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1457
440BROADWAY TACO SHOP: California-Style Burritos and Tacos
Tokyo · Casual Dining
Find generous, California-style burritos and tacos at this casual spot in Ebisu. A go-to for many foreign residents craving a taste of home, it's known for huge portions and standout pork carnitas.
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1458
Kansho Marenoya: Artisanal Sweet Potato Snacks
Tokyo · Dessert Shop
A takeaway specialist in Kamata known for its made-to-order daigaku-imo (candied university sweet potato). Look for the pink VW van and enjoy warm, freshly glazed sweet potato treats from this converted garage shop.
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ALPACA TEA HOUSE Shibuya: Fresh Fruit and Boba Tea
Tokyo · Juice Bar / Smoothie Bar
A popular boba stand in Shibuya known for its fresh fruit teas with visible fruit pieces and satisfyingly chewy tapioca pearls. Its alpaca-themed branding and small upstairs seating make it a fun, inexpensive stop.
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Oimoyasan Koshin: Artisanal Sweet Potato Treats
Tokyo · Dessert Shop
A popular takeout counter for Japanese sweet potato confections, located on the B1 floor of the Daimaru department store at Tokyo Station. It's a go-to for its glossy candied sweet potatoes and exceptionally smooth sweet potato cakes, ideal for a…
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1466
Ufufu Shirokanedai: Gluten-Free Taiwanese Castella
Tokyo · Casual Dining
A small-batch bakery in Shirokanedai specializing in gluten-free Taiwanese castella cakes, open primarily on Saturdays. Visitors come for the feather-light texture and unique flavours, perfect for a distinctive Tokyo souvenir.
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1472
Tsukimura: Traditional Kamameshi Pot Rice
Kyoto · Fine Dining
An old-school Kyoto restaurant specializing in kamameshi—rice cooked to order in individual pots. Located near Kawaramachi Station, it's known for its deep dashi flavour, but be prepared for long waits and reports of brusque service, particularly…
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1474
Asakusa Kokonoe: Freshly Fried Agemanju Snacks
Tokyo · Casual Dining
A famous stall on the Nakamise-dori approach to Senso-ji temple in Asakusa, serving hot, crispy agemanju (deep-fried cakes). It's a classic Tokyo experience to grab one in a choice of many sweet or savoury fillings to eat while you walk.
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