Ginza Ichibun
Chūō, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
A nine-seat Ginza counter serving seasonal omakase at JPY 20,000–JPY 29,999, selected for Tabelog 100 (Sushi - TOKYO) 2025. Fish-forward Edomae execution in a quiet room with two nightly seatings. Book online 3–4 weeks ahead; no lunch, no dietary modifications, and no outside bottles.
About Ginza Ichibun
For a Tokyo dinner at Ginza Ichibun around JPY 20,000–JPY 29,999, this premium venue is best approached with its essentials in mind. It is open for evening service from 6–10:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and it is closed on Wednesday. The dress code is smart casual. Ginza Ichibun was selected for Tabelog 100 (Sushi - TOKYO) in 2025. Menu structure, seating format, reservation rules, payment details, dietary policies, and access information should be confirmed directly before booking.
Meal Expectations
Ginza Ichibun should be planned as a premium Tokyo dinner rather than a venue where every detail can be assumed in advance. It offers a price band, dinner hours, Wednesday closure, smart-casual dress code, and was selected for Tabelog 100 (Sushi - TOKYO) in 2025. Details about a fixed course count, seating layout, chef interaction, beverage program, allergy accommodations, or take-out and delivery options are not available. Diners should therefore avoid relying on assumptions and instead confirm the current service details through the booking channel before visiting.
Tokyo Context and Booking
At JPY 20,000–JPY 29,999, Ginza Ichibun sits in a premium Tokyo price band: more destination-oriented than casual everyday dining, but still within the range many travelers consider for a special dinner. Its 2025 Tabelog 100 (Sushi - TOKYO) selection is a useful reason to plan ahead, while it offers dinner service only on the listed open days. Exact reservation timing, cancellation rules, payment methods, access details, menu format, and dietary policies should be confirmed through the current booking channel or official listing before travel. Compared with other named options such as Ginza Hachigo, Ginza Ibuki, Furuta, Kobiki Cho Yuzukamiya, and Soba Sasuga, Ginza Ichibun offers a clear price band, evening hours, Wednesday closure, smart-casual dress code, and 2025 award inclusion. For a broader look at Tokyo dining, see our full Tokyo restaurants guide; hotel options are covered in our full Tokyo hotels guide.
Quick reference: Tokyo venue; JPY 20,000–JPY 29,999; selected for Tabelog 100 (Sushi - TOKYO) in 2025; open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6–10:30 PM; closed Wednesday; smart-casual dress code; confirm booking method, payment, menu structure, dietary policies, and access details before visiting.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 2 Chome−13−19 銀座アルカビル 一階
- Website
- ginzaichibun.com
- Phone
- +81 3-6260-6644
Venue details
Ambiance
A small, quietly tucked-away counter-only space with a warm, personal feel from the husband-and-wife team, classic Ginza refinement, and a relaxed, unhurried atmosphere suited to focused omakase dining.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- Seasonal omakase sushi course (tsumami and nigiri)
- Squid sushi
- Smoked tuna
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 2 Chome−13−19 銀座アルカビル 一階
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 2 Chome−13−19 銀座アルカビル 一階 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Ginza Hachigo, Notable alternative
- Soba Sasuga, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Kobiki Cho Yuzukamiya, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
- Ginza Ibuki, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
- Furuta, Chinese, Chinese
Restaurant context
Among Ginza omakase counters in the JPY 20,000–JPY 29,999 band, this spot trades polish for approachability. Ginza Hachigo runs a stricter Edomae protocol and a higher check average, appealing to sushi purists willing to pay for pedigree. Ginza Ibuki (JPY 15,000–JPY 19,999) offers a similar counter experience at a lower price, though its Tabelog standing is less consistent year-over-year. For diners prioritizing value, Soba Sasuga (JPY 10,000–JPY 14,999 dinner) delivers seasonal fish in a more casual format, though the execution is less refined. Kobiki Cho Yuzukamiya (JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999) serves lunch and dinner at a fraction of the price, but the format is à la carte donburi rather than omakase, so the comparison ends at geography.
Booking difficulty favors this venue over Hachigo, reservations open online without concierge gatekeeping, and midweek slots are available 2–3 weeks out. The nine-seat counter feels more intimate than larger Ginza operations but less theatrical than chef-driven showcases. If you want conversation with the chef and can accept limited English, this is the better pick. If you need dietary flexibility or prefer à la carte ordering, skip it and head to Ibuki or Yuzukamiya. For a first Tokyo omakase, the Tabelog 100 credential and mid-tier pricing make this a safer bet than higher-stakes splurges, though experienced diners may find the execution competent rather than revelatory.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Ginza Ichibun?
Ginza Ichibun offers dinner service from 6–10:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with Wednesday closed. Lunch service is not available.
Can Ginza Ichibun accommodate groups?
Confirm group size directly before reserving, since information about a fixed seat count, seating format, or private-room policy is not available. The venue offers Tokyo dinner hours, a price band, and a smart-casual dress code.
What are alternatives to Ginza Ichibun?
Travelers comparing dining options can also look at Soba Sasuga, Ginza Ibuki, Furuta, Ginza Hachigo, and Kobiki Cho Yuzukamiya. Use current listings to compare format, budget, availability, and service details.
What should I order at Ginza Ichibun?
Information about a specific menu format, signature dish, or ordering structure is not available. Confirm the current menu details when booking.
Is Ginza Ichibun good for a special occasion?
It may suit a special occasion if the occasion calls for a premium Tokyo dinner in the JPY 20,000–JPY 29,999 range at a venue selected for Tabelog 100 (Sushi - TOKYO) in 2025. For needs such as private rooms, cakes, or customized pacing, confirm the policy directly before reserving.
Does Ginza Ichibun handle dietary restrictions?
Details about dietary accommodations are not available, so guests with allergies or strict restrictions should ask before booking.
