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    Tabelog 2025

    Ginza Inaba

    Chūō, Tokyo

    Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan

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    The Read

    Price

    JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999 JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999

    Dress

    Smart Casual

    Why go

    A 16-seat kaiseki counter in Ginza offering private-room omakase from JPY 30,000 at dinner, JPY 8,000 at lunch. Recognised by Tabelog's Japanese cuisine TOKYO 100 in 2023 and 2025, the venue suits groups of 2–8 seeking controlled, seasonal dining before 10 PM. Breakfast service available Saturday mornings from 9:00 AM.

    About Ginza Inaba

    Ginza Inaba in Tokyo is a premium restaurant with verified listed price ranges of JPY 30,000–39,999 and JPY 8,000–9,999. Its confirmed schedule is Monday to Friday from 10:30 AM–12 PM and 6–10 PM, Saturday from 9 AM–12 PM and 6–10 PM, Sunday closed. The dress code is smart casual. It is also listed in Tabelog 100 - Japanese cuisine - TOKYO - 2025.

    Beyond those points, public-facing details should be treated carefully: specific seating layouts, room types, service charges, beverage programs, chef biographies, menu format, booking mechanics are not verified in the available data. That makes Ginza Inaba best assessed through the confirmed basics: Tokyo location, premium pricing, smart-casual dress, a schedule that includes both daytime and evening service windows on weekdays and Saturday.

    What Works for Evening Bookings (and What Doesn't)

    Dinner hours are verified as 6–10 PM from Monday through Saturday, with the restaurant closed on Sunday. That makes Ginza Inaba a possible evening choice in Tokyo, but not a venue with confirmed late-night hours beyond 10 PM. If you need a later meal, compare the timing against other Tokyo dining options or explore our full Tokyo restaurants guide.

    For planning, the most useful confirmed detail is the split schedule: weekday service is listed from 10:30 AM–12 PM and 6–10 PM, while Saturday is listed from 9 AM–12 PM and 6–10 PM. Guests should confirm the current reservation window directly before making plans, especially because no verified details are available here on seating format, course length, or last-order policy.

    Planning Context and Peer Comparison

    Ginza Inaba is listed in Tabelog 100 - Japanese cuisine - TOKYO - 2025, but the provided data does not verify a specific cuisine label, menu structure, chef-led format, or signature dishes. The safest comparison is therefore by price, schedule, occasion rather than by unverified menu claims.

    Within Tokyo’s premium dining landscape, Sushi Kanesaka and Arai may be useful comparison points for diners considering a high-end reservation, while Chuka Ginza Tei, Ginza Kani Matsu, Yakitori Hirano offer other named reference points from the verified peer set. For visitors balancing Ginza Inaba with hotels or nightlife, it may also help to cross-reference Tokyo hotels and Tokyo bars when planning the wider evening.

    Quick reference: Tokyo; JPY 30,000–39,999 and JPY 8,000–9,999 listed price ranges; smart-casual dress code; Monday–Friday 10:30 AM–12 PM and 6–10 PM; Saturday 9 AM–12 PM and 6–10 PM; Sunday closed; listed in Tabelog 100 - Japanese cuisine - TOKYO - 2025.

    The takeGinza Inaba is best for diners who prioritize private, reservation-based Japanese dining in central Ginza. The explicit availability of private rooms and online reservations makes it suitable for small group celebrations, business meals that require privacy, or anyone seeking a smoke-free setting. Tabelog’s menus, maps, photos, and reviews let guests research dishes and pricing before committing, which is helpful for planning special occasions. The listing does not specify preferred meal periods or capacity, so guests should consult the posted menus and reservation options to determine the most suitable time to visit.
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    Planning details

    Location
    Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 8 Chome−12−15 全国燃料会館 1F
    Website
    ginza-inaba.tokyo
    Phone
    +81 3-6260-6568
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    The take

    The Take

    The Vibe

    Ginza Inaba is a Japanese restaurant in Higashi Ginza presented on Tabelog as a place of “Yūzū Muge” where nothing is constrained. The listing emphasizes practical details: private rooms are available, the dining room is no-smoking, and online reservations are offered. Tabelog’s page supplies menus, maps, user-posted photos, reviews, and ratings that help set expectations. The source is an aggregate listing, so it does not provide extensive description of décor or service style; what is documented is the availability of private dining, reservation convenience, and smoke-free seating—details that most influence a prospective guest’s first impression.

    Best For

    Ginza Inaba is best for diners who prioritize private, reservation-based Japanese dining in central Ginza. The explicit availability of private rooms and online reservations makes it suitable for small group celebrations, business meals that require privacy, or anyone seeking a smoke-free setting. Tabelog’s menus, maps, photos, and reviews let guests research dishes and pricing before committing, which is helpful for planning special occasions. The listing does not specify preferred meal periods or capacity, so guests should consult the posted menus and reservation options to determine the most suitable time to visit.

    Ordering Tips

    Reserve online in advance—Tabelog notes that Ginza Inaba accepts online reservations and offers private rooms—so book early if you need a secluded table. Review the posted menus and user photos on Tabelog to confirm current offerings and portion sizes, and scan recent reviews and ratings for up-to-date impressions of service and quality. Note the no-smoking policy when selecting seats or arranging a private room. Because the listing provides limited detail about signature dishes and pricing, rely on the menu and guest reviews on Tabelog rather than assumptions when choosing what to order.

    Planning details

    Location

    Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 8 Chome−12−15 全国燃料会館 1F · Directions

    +81 3-6260-6568

    ginza-inaba.tokyo

    Recognition and awards
    Also consider

    Also Consider

    • Yakitori Hirano, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
    • Chuka Ginza Tei, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999
    • Sushi Kanesaka, Sushi, ¥¥¥¥
    • Arai, Notable alternative
    • Ginza Kani Matsu, Crab, Japanese Cuisine, JPY 50,000 - JPY 59,999 JPY 50,000 - JPY 59,999
    Restaurant context

    At JPY 30,000–39,999 for dinner, Ginza Inaba sits in the middle tier of Ginza kaiseki, well below the JPY 50,000+ charged by Ginza Kani Matsu but significantly above the JPY 15,000–19,999 omakase at Yakitori Hirano. The private-room format makes it a better choice for groups of 4+ or business dinners where conversation privacy matters; if you're dining solo or as a pair and prefer counter interaction, Sushi Kanesaka or Arai deliver more direct chef engagement. Booking difficulty is easier here than at multi-month-waitlist venues, though the 16-seat capacity and private-room allocation mean weekends fill quickly.

    For value, the lunch service (JPY 8,000–9,999) undercuts most Ginza kaiseki by 30–40%, making it the stronger recommendation for first-time visitors or those testing fit before committing to dinner. Chuka Ginza Tei offers a sub-JPY 2,000 alternative if your priority is proximity over format, but the experience gap is categorical. If your schedule allows flexibility, the Saturday 9:00 AM breakfast seating (no service charge) is the most distinctive offering here, few kaiseki venues open before lunch, the format suits business travellers consolidating meetings and meals.

    Ambiance leans formal and subdued; if you're seeking a lively, late-night energy, look elsewhere, service concludes by 10 PM, the private-room setup mutes the communal buzz of open counters. For special occasions where the priority is uninterrupted conversation and seasonal kaiseki technique at a (relatively) accessible price, this is a solid choice within the Ginza radius.

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    Price vs. Value: Ginza Inaba
    VenuePriceBooking DifficultyAwards
    Ginza InabaJPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999 JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999Easy
    Tabelog 100 - Japanese cuisine - TOKYO - 2025 · #2
    Yakitori HiranoJPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999UnknownNo published awards
    Chuka Ginza TeiJPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999UnknownNo published awards
    Sushi Kanesaka¥¥¥¥Unknown
    2026 Tabelog Bronze · #1602026 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Recommended2026 Michelin 2 StarsTabelog 100 - Sushi - TOKYO - 2025 · #52025 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #2172025 Michelin 2 Stars2025 La Liste Top Restaurants2024 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #2102024 Michelin 2 Stars
    AraiUnknown
    2026 Tabelog Gold · #42026 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #302026 La Liste Top RestaurantsTabelog 100 - Sushi - TOKYO - 2025 · #132025 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #402025 Tabelog Gold2025 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 Tabelog Chef's Gold2024 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #37
    Ginza Kani MatsuJPY 50,000 - JPY 59,999 JPY 50,000 - JPY 59,999UnknownNo published awards

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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Ginza Inaba worth it?

    Ginza Inaba is a premium Tokyo restaurant with listed price ranges of ¥30,000–¥39,999 and ¥8,000–¥9,999. It is also listed in Tabelog 100 - Japanese cuisine - TOKYO - 2025. Whether it is worth booking depends on whether those confirmed price points, hours, recognition match your plans.

    Is daytime or dinner better at Ginza Inaba?

    The verified hours include daytime service windows from 10:30 AM–12 PM Monday to Friday and 9 AM–12 PM on Saturday, plus dinner hours from 6–10 PM Monday to Saturday. The provided data does not verify differences in menu format between daytime and dinner, so confirm the current offering before booking.

    Is Ginza Inaba good for solo dining?

    The provided data does not verify seating layout, counter availability, or room configuration. Solo diners should confirm directly whether the restaurant can accommodate the reservation style they want.