Where is the best yakitori in Tokyo?

Based on diner recommendations, the best yakitori in Tokyo is at Torikizoku Shinjuku. We compared 38 restaurants serving yakitori.

How much does yakitori cost in Tokyo?

Yakitori prices in Tokyo range from ¥160.00 to ¥16000.00 across 38 restaurants.

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Best Yakitori in Tokyo

38 restaurants compared

Price range: ¥160.00 – ¥16000.00

Avg recommendation: 91%

Top 5 Yakitori in Tokyo (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 38 restaurants:

Torikizoku Shinjuku, ¥319.00 (Shinjuku)
Hoppy Street, ¥600.00 (Asakusa)
Yakitori Oshimano — 99% recommended, ¥16000.00 (Azabu-Juban)
Yakitori Shira — 99% recommended, ¥16000.00 (Ebisu)
Kushiwakamaru — 99% recommended, ¥320.00 (Nakameguro)

Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.

All 38 Restaurants Compared

Torikizoku Shinjuku

Shinjuku·$

Chicken Gizzard Yakitori

¥319.00

Charcoal-grilled chicken gizzard with a slight char and tender bite.

Tip: Pair with a cold highball or beer. The slight char and umami pair perfectly with drinks.

Hoppy Street

Asakusa·$

Yakitori (Grilled Chicken Skewers)

¥600.00

Grilled chicken pieces on wooden skewers with salt or tare sauce.

#399% recommend

Yakitori Oshimano

Azabu-Juban·$$$

Nagoya Kochin Tebasaki (Chicken Wings)

¥16000.00

Charcoal-grilled premium chicken wings with a savory salt crust and fresh lemon.

Tip: The skin is the best part—don't leave a single bit behind! It's much more savory than standard supermarket chicken. Eat it while the salt is still crackling. Pair it with a glass of crisp white wine or a high-quality sake.

#499% recommend

Yakitori Shira

Ebisu·$$$

Reba (Chicken Liver)

¥16000.00

Signature chicken liver grilled until charred on the outside and creamy within, glazed with a sweet-savory tare.

Tip: Even if you're not usually a fan of liver, try this! The texture is so creamy it's almost like a dessert. It's the most technically impressive skewer on the menu. Pair it with a glass of crisp white wine.

#599% recommend

Kushiwakamaru

Nakameguro·$$

Chizu-pi (Cheese-Stuffed Green Pepper)

¥320.00

Green peppers stuffed with gooey cheese and wrapped in savory slices of pork belly.

Tip: Order two of these immediately! They are the most popular item and can sometimes sell out late in the evening. The combination of the smoky pork and the molten cheese is remarkably satisfying.

#699% recommend

Yakitori Akira

Nakameguro·$$$

Charcoal-Grilled Chicken Thighs

¥380.00

Juicy chicken thighs grilled over binchotan with a savory salt or tare glaze.

Tip: Get them with salt (shio) to taste the quality of the smoke. The meat is so fresh that it doesn't need much sauce. The 'moriawase' (assorted plate) is the best way to try several different cuts in one go.

#799% recommend

Nan-tei

Shinjuku·$$$

Special Asparagus Roll

¥720.00

Large, tender asparagus spears wrapped in savory pork belly and grilled until charred.

Tip: Order this immediately! It's much larger than standard skewers and is the most popular item on the menu. The combination of the smoky pork and the sweet asparagus is remarkably satisfying. It's the best vegetable-meat roll in Shinjuku.

#899% recommend

Torishiki

Meguro·$$$$

Chochin (Lantern) Skewer

¥12000.00

Ultra-rare skewer featuring a succulent piece of chicken liver or fallopian tube paired with an un-laid egg yolk.

Tip: This is non-negotiable! You must eat it in one bite to experience the full effect of the yolk bursting over the smoky meat. It's the most technically impressive skewer on the menu. The Date chicken is remarkably savory and has a great 'snap' to it.

#999% recommend

Yakitori Takahashi

Nihonbashi·$$$

Takahashi Omakase Course (14 dishes)

¥12000.00

Sequential service of seasonal skewers and appetizers, highlighting the shop's best chicken and vegetables.

Tip: This is non-negotiable! The progression is remarkably consistent. Pay attention to how the charcoal smoke highlights the natural sweetness of the poultry. The chicken soup at the end is the perfect palate cleanser.

#1097% recommend

Yakitori Shira

Ebisu·$$$

Hatsu (Chicken Heart)

¥16000.00

Crispy and bouncy chicken heart skewers seasoned simply with sea salt and lemon.

Tip: The hatsu has a great 'snap' to it! It's the best way to judge the heat of the charcoal. Eat it immediately while the salt is still crackling. It's much more savory than standard supermarket versions.

#1197% recommend

Nan-tei

Shinjuku·$$$

Nan-tei Premium Course

¥6500.00

Comprehensive 11-course yakitori experience featuring the shop's best skewers and small plates.

Tip: The premium course is plenty for a full dinner. It includes the asparagus roll! The transition from the lighter chicken skewers to the richer pork and beef items is flawlessly executed. Add the all-you-can-drink option for ¥2,000.

#1297% recommend

Torishiki

Meguro·$$$$

Date Chicken Tebasaki (Chicken Wings)

¥12000.00

Charcoal-grilled premium chicken wings with a savory salt crust and fresh lemon.

Tip: The skin is the best part—don't leave a single bit behind! It's much more savory than standard supermarket versions. Eat it while the salt is still crackling. Pair it with a glass of high-quality Japanese white wine or a crisp sake.

#1397% recommend

Yakitori Takahashi

Nihonbashi·$$$

Reba (Chicken Liver)

¥12000.00

Succulent chicken liver grilled until charred on the outside and creamy within, glazed with savory tare.

#1497% recommend

Birdland

Ginza·$$$

Okukujishamo Tebasaki (Chicken Wings)

¥9680.00

Charcoal-grilled premium chicken wings with a savory salt crust and lemon.

Tip: The skin is the best part—don't leave a single bit behind. It's much more savory than standard supermarket chicken. Eat it while the salt is still crackling.

#1597% recommend

Yakitori Oshimano

Azabu-Juban·$$$

Reba (Chicken Liver)

¥16000.00

Succulent chicken liver grilled until charred on the outside and creamy within, glazed with savory tare.

Tip: Even if you're not usually a fan of liver, try this! The texture is so creamy it's almost like a dessert. It's the most technically impressive skewer on the menu. The Nagoya Kochin liver is remarkably savory.

#1697% recommend

Kushiwakamaru

Nakameguro·$$

Tsukune (Chicken Meatball)

¥280.00

Hand-rolled chicken meatballs grilled until charred and served with a savory tare glaze.

Tip: The tsukune here is very substantial. It has a great 'bounce' to it. If you want more richness, ask for a raw egg yolk (kimi) on the side to dip the meatball into—it's the traditional way to eat it.

#1796% recommend

Kushiwakamaru

Nakameguro·$$

Bacon-Wrapped Mochi

¥350.00

Chewy Japanese rice cakes wrapped in salty, thick-cut bacon and grilled until charred.

#1895% recommend

Birdland

Ginza·$$$

Sasami (Chicken Breast) with Wasabi

¥9680.00

Lean chicken breast grilled rare and topped with a touch of fresh Japanese wasabi.

#1995% recommend

Yurakucho Yakitori Alley

Yurakucho·$

Negima

¥320.00

Chicken thigh alternated with thick-cut negi (leek) on a skewer.

Tip: Order this first. It's the gold standard. Ask for it tare (sauce) side, not shio (salt). The house sauce is what each yakitori shop is known for.

#2094% recommend

Nan-tei

Shinjuku·$$$

Tsukune (Chicken Meatball)

¥350.00

Hand-rolled chicken meatballs grilled until charred and served with a savory-sweet tare glaze.

#2194% recommend

Torishiki

Meguro·$$$$

Oyakodon (Rice Bowl with Chicken and Egg)

¥12000.00

Freshly cooked rice topped with succulent charcoal-grilled chicken and soft-scrambled organic eggs.

#2294% recommend

Tagosaku Yakitori

Yurakucho·$

Negima - Chicken Thigh and Leek

¥170.00

Charcoal-grilled chicken thigh alternating with Japanese leek - the classic yakitori starter.

#2392% recommend

Omoide Yokocho

Shinjuku·$

Tsukune (Tachan)

¥660.00

Chicken meatballs with minced nira onion and raw egg yolk in sweet-savoury sauce.

#2492% recommend

Yurakucho Yakitori Alley

Yurakucho·$

Momo

¥300.00

Succulent chicken thigh meat seasoned with charcoal smoke and sauce.

Tip: This is where charcoal quality matters. Each yakitori stall has a different aged-charcoal setup. The smoke flavour varies by stall — order from 2-3 different shops to compare.

#2590% recommend