CHIKAMINE
Shibuya, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
A nine-seat tempura counter in Shibuya serving fish-focused omakase at JPY 15,000–19,999 per person. Selected for Tabelog 100 – Tempura 2025, the venue books via Instagram announcements only and operates two nightly seatings. Sesame oil batter and seasonal seafood drive the menu; groups larger than three should look elsewhere.
About CHIKAMINE
CHIKAMINE is a Tokyo venue with a verified price range of JPY 15,000–19,999. Publicly verified details are limited, so it is best assessed on the confirmed basics: price, opening days, dress code, Tabelog 100 – Tempura recognition in 2025.
The venue is open Tuesday through Saturday from 5 PM to 12 AM, closed on Monday and Sunday. No verified lunch service is listed. The dress code is smart casual, which makes polished but understated clothing the safest choice.
Counter Seating and Booking Reality
Specific seating details and service format are not verified here, so do not assume a particular counter setup, seat count, or menu structure from this guide. Treat CHIKAMINE as a planned Tokyo dinner booking and confirm practical details directly before you go.
Because the confirmed hours are evening-only, plan around a dinner visit from Tuesday to Saturday. If you are comparing other Tokyo dining options, Sushi Inase offers another option, though this guide does not verify it as directly comparable to CHIKAMINE.
How This Compares Within Tokyo Dining
CHIKAMINE’s clearest verified distinction is its Tabelog 100 – Tempura selection in 2025, alongside its JPY 15,000–19,999 price range. Beyond that, this page does not verify specific dishes, ingredients, chef details, seating format, or beverage program.
For diners comparing Tokyo options, Sorano Shibuya and Halal Wagyu Yakiniku Gyumon Shibuya represent other dining options, while CHIKAMINE should be considered on its own confirmed details. Chirimulo may also be worth researching separately for a different kind of outing.
Dress code is confirmed as smart casual. The safest approach is clean, neat clothing that suits a considered Tokyo dinner without overcomplicating the occasion.
The verdict: consider CHIKAMINE if you want a Tokyo dinner in the JPY 15,000–19,999 range and value its confirmed Tabelog 100 – Tempura 2025 recognition. Confirm menu, seating, reservation details directly before booking. For broader Tokyo dining context, explore our full Tokyo restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒150-0002 Tokyo, Shibuya, 3 Chome−13−7 五常ビル B1F
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/tokyo/A1303/A130301/13280028
- Phone
- +81364210808
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒150-0002 Tokyo, Shibuya, 3 Chome−13−7 五常ビル B1F · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Sushi Inase, Notable alternative
- Halal Wagyu Yakiniku Gyumon Shibuya, Notable alternative
- レザンファン ギャテ, Notable alternative
- Sorano Shibuya, Notable alternative
- Chirimulo, - JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown, - JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown
Restaurant context
Among Shibuya's mid-tier omakase options, this tempura counter occupies the fish-forward lane at JPY 15,000–19,999. Sorano Shibuya delivers broader kaiseki variety at a comparable price but spreads technique across multiple courses rather than concentrating on tempura. If you want halal-certified protein instead, Halal Wagyu Yakiniku Gyumon Shibuya offers yakiniku in the same price range with easier booking logistics.
For diners who prioritize wine pairing over sake, レザンファン ギャテ centers French selections alongside tempura, though at a different counter dynamic. Sushi Inase provides a similar nine-seat counter intimacy with sushi as the format, booking is less competitive. Chirimulo operates at under JPY 1,000 per head with faster turnover and minimal interaction, useful if counter conversation feels like work rather than value.
The nine-seat scarcity here is a feature, not a bug; if you want guaranteed availability or flexibility for larger groups, redirect to kaiseki houses with private rooms. For spontaneous dining, this is not the venue. But for diners who treat Instagram booking announcements as a calendar event and prefer fish over vegetables in their tempura progression, the Tabelog 100 recognition validates the effort.
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Compare CHIKAMINE
| Venue | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| CHIKAMINE | JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 | Tabelog 100 - Tempura - 2025 · #76 |
| Sushi Inase | No published awards | |
| Halal Wagyu Yakiniku Gyumon Shibuya | No published awards | |
| レザンファン ギャテ | No published awards | |
| Sorano Shibuya | No published awards | |
| Chirimulo | - JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to CHIKAMINE?
The verified dress code is smart casual. Choose clean, polished clothing suitable for a considered Tokyo dinner.
Is CHIKAMINE good for a special occasion?
It can be, if the JPY 15,000–19,999 price range and Tokyo setting fit your occasion. Sorano Shibuya may suit diners who want to research another Tokyo dining option.
