Restaurant in Kamakura, Japan

Kikuta

Name: Kikuta
Address: Japan, 〒248-0006 Kanagawa, Kamakura, Komachi, 2 Chome−9−14 植山ビル 2F, Kamakura, JP
Telephone: +81 467-24-5432
Price range: JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999

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About Kikuta

A Tabelog 100 - Izakaya - EAST selection since 2021, Kikuta is a fish-focused Japanese tavern three minutes from Kamakura Station. At JPY 4,000–4,999 base pricing, it delivers seasonal Sagami Bay seafood with izakaya casualness and no reservation stress. Counter seating suits solo diners, tatami rooms work for groups, and the cooking prioritizes ingredient quality over showmanship. Dinner-only, cash-only, and closed Tuesday and Wednesday.

Kikuta is a Kamakura izakaya listed at JPY 4,000–4,999, with evening hours from 5–10 PM on Monday and Thursday through Sunday. It is closed on Tuesday and Wednesday, and the dress code is casual. For diners comparing Kamakura dinner options, its verified profile is straightforward: an informal evening venue at a moderate price point.

Kikuta is also listed in Tabelog 100 - Izakaya - EAST - 2025. Beyond that recognition, the verified public details are limited, so this guide avoids making claims about specific dishes, seating, payment methods, reservations, chef background, or beverage selection that are not confirmed here.

What is verified about Kikuta

The confirmed price range is JPY 4,000–4,999. Confirmed hours are Monday 5–10 PM, Thursday 5–10 PM, Friday 5–10 PM, Saturday 5–10 PM, and Sunday 5–10 PM. Tuesday and Wednesday are closed. The confirmed dress code is casual.

Because no lunch hours are listed, Kikuta should be treated as a dinner-only option based on the verified schedule. If you are planning a day in Kamakura, it fits best as an evening meal rather than a midday stop.

When to Visit and What to Expect

Plan around the posted evening schedule: Kikuta opens at 5 PM and closes at 10 PM on its operating days. The available verified information does not confirm seating layout, reservation policy, payment methods, menu format, or signature dishes, so check directly with the venue before relying on any of those details.

For visitors choosing among Kamakura dining options, Kikuta’s appeal rests on its confirmed basics: a casual izakaya setting, a JPY 4,000–4,999 price range, evening-only hours, and Tabelog 100 - Izakaya - EAST - 2025 recognition. Nearby alternatives can be considered generically, or compared with other allowed Kamakura venues such as Gelateria Il Brigante, MAISON CACAO Kamakura komachi ten, Oryori Tomiyama, Romi-Unie Confiture, and Toshimaya Karyo Hatokoji depending on the kind of meal or stop you want.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Kikuta accommodate groups?

The verified information does not confirm Kikuta’s seating layout, seat count, or group policy. If you are planning to visit with a group, check directly with the venue before going. The confirmed price range is JPY 4,000–4,999.

Is Kikuta worth the price?

Kikuta’s confirmed price range is JPY 4,000–4,999, and it is listed in Tabelog 100 - Izakaya - EAST - 2025. Whether it is worth the price depends on what you want from a casual evening izakaya in Kamakura.

What should I wear to Kikuta?

Casual dress is fine. The verified dress code for Kikuta is casual.

Can I eat at the bar at Kikuta?

The verified information does not confirm whether bar or counter seating is available. Check directly with Kikuta if a specific seating style matters to your visit.

Is lunch or dinner better at Kikuta?

Dinner is the verified service window. Kikuta is open 5–10 PM on Monday and Thursday through Sunday, and it is closed Tuesday and Wednesday. No lunch hours are verified.

Is Kikuta good for a special occasion?

Kikuta has a casual dress code and a verified price range of JPY 4,000–4,999. It may suit a relaxed evening in Kamakura, but the verified information does not confirm private rooms, special-occasion services, or a formal dining format.

Is the tasting menu worth it at Kikuta?

A tasting-menu format is not verified for Kikuta. The confirmed information covers price, hours, casual dress code, Kamakura location, and Tabelog 100 - Izakaya - EAST - 2025 recognition.

Location

Japan, 〒248-0006 Kanagawa, Kamakura, Komachi, 2 Chome−9−14 植山ビル 2F

Kamakura, Japan

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MAISON CACAO Kamakura komachi ten, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
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Among Kamakura's dining options, Kikuta occupies a distinct niche: it's the only Tabelog 100 - Izakaya - EAST selection in the city, which immediately sets it apart from dessert-focused spots like Gelateria Il Brigante, MAISON CACAO Kamakura komachi ten, and Romi-Unie Confiture, all priced under JPY 2,000 and better suited to afternoon breaks than full meals. Those three work as post-temple stops; Kikuta is where you go for dinner.

The closer comparison is Oryori Tomiyama, which sits at JPY 6,000–7,999 for dinner and offers a more kaiseki-inflected experience. Tomiyama delivers greater formality and a set-course structure, while Kikuta gives you à la carte flexibility and a livelier, less scripted atmosphere. If you want seasonal fish in a relaxed izakaya setting, Kikuta is the better pick; if you're celebrating an occasion and prefer a composed progression of dishes, Tomiyama justifies the price increase. Toshimaya Karyo Hatokoji, under JPY 1,000, is a tea-and-sweets option with no overlap in format or occasion, skip it if you're hungry for a full meal.

For value and booking ease, Kikuta wins among Kamakura's dinner-worthy spots. Reservations help but aren't essential if you arrive early, and the JPY 4,000–4,999 entry price undercuts Tokyo izakaya equivalents by 30–40%. If you're splitting time between Kamakura and Tokyo and want to understand why locals prefer eating outside the capital, this is the clearest example.