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    Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan

    Ishida Ya

    130Pearl Points

    Kamiitabashi Precision

    Ishida Ya, Restaurant in Tokyo

    About Ishida Ya

    This Itabashi wagashi shop earns its Tabelog 100 recognition by delivering traditional Japanese sweets under ¥1,000, a rarity among award-winning peers. Open 8:45 AM–5:45 PM (closed Tuesdays), it operates takeout-only from a small counter near Kamiitabashi Station. Arrive before 4 PM for the full selection; popular items sell out by late afternoon.

    Ishida Ya is a Tokyo venue with a verified price range of JPY 999–JPY 999 and daytime hours on most days. It opens at 8:45 AM and closes at 5:45 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday; Tuesday is closed. It is listed in Tabelog's 2023 Tokyo 100 selection for Japanese traditional sweets / Japanese sweets cafe, making it a Tokyo stop to consider if its hours fit your route.

    Why the Tabelog 100 Recognition Matters

    The Tokyo dining scene includes many places competing for attention, but Ishida Ya's verified 2023 Tabelog 100 recognition gives it a clear point of interest for travelers comparing stops. Its listed price range is JPY 999–JPY 999, so the appeal is straightforward: a recognized Tokyo venue at a modest price point.

    The practical details are limited but useful. Ishida Ya is open six days a week and closed on Tuesdays. On open days, the verified hours are 8:45 AM–5:45 PM, which makes it better suited to morning or afternoon planning than late-evening dining. Beyond that, service format, payment methods, seating, ordering options, item availability are not verified here, so visitors should avoid assuming a particular format before going.

    What to Plan Around

    The main planning factors are price and hours. Ishida Ya's verified price range is JPY 999–JPY 999, its operating window runs from 8:45 AM to 5:45 PM on open days. If you are building a Tokyo itinerary, confirm the day's schedule against the Tuesday closure and avoid leaving the visit until after closing time.

    Ishida Ya can be considered alongside other comparisons references such as CRIOLLO Honten, Chuka Soba Ibuki, Machi no Parlor, Shimura Tokujuen, or Kotobuki Seimen Yoshikawa Nishidai ekimae ten, depending on your route and interests. For broader planning, use it as one possible stop within Tokyo rather than assuming unverified details about menu, seating, reservations, or service style.

    Because the verified record does not include specific dishes, payment rules, phone details, reservation policies, delivery, takeout, seating, or dietary information, those details should be checked directly before you go if they matter to your visit. What is confirmed is the Tokyo location, the JPY 999–JPY 999 price range, the Tuesday closure, the 8:45 AM–5:45 PM hours on open days, the 2023 Tabelog 100 recognition for Japanese traditional sweets / Japanese sweets cafe in Tokyo.

    For solo visitors, groups, or travelers comparing low-priced Tokyo stops, Ishida Ya is easiest to evaluate on those confirmed facts. It is a recognized venue with modest listed pricing and daytime operating hours; the rest of the experience should not be presumed from the verified listing alone.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What should a first-timer know about Ishida Ya?

    Ishida Ya is in Tokyo, with a verified price range of JPY 999–JPY 999. It is open 8:45 AM–5:45 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, closed on Tuesday. Other details such as payment methods, seating, takeout, delivery, specific items are not verified here.

    Is Ishida Ya worth the price?

    The verified price range is JPY 999–JPY 999, Ishida Ya is listed in Tabelog's 2023 Tokyo 100 selection for Japanese traditional sweets / Japanese sweets cafe. That combination makes it a modestly priced recognized Tokyo venue, though the specific menu and service details are not verified here.

    Is lunch or dinner better at Ishida Ya?

    The verified hours are 8:45 AM–5:45 PM on open days, with Tuesday closed. Because no lunch or dinner service format is verified, it is safest to plan around the confirmed daytime operating hours rather than a meal period.

    Is Ishida Ya good for solo dining?

    Solo visitors can plan around the same confirmed facts as anyone else: Tokyo location, JPY 999–JPY 999 price range, daytime hours on open days. Seating, service format, dining setup are not verified here.

    Is the tasting menu worth it at Ishida Ya?

    No tasting-menu format is verified for Ishida Ya. The confirmed information covers price range, hours, Tokyo location, Tabelog 2023 recognition, not a structured menu or service style.

    What should I wear to Ishida Ya?

    No dress code is verified for Ishida Ya. The confirmed information covers Tokyo location, hours, price range, recognition; no specific attire requirement is stated.

    Location

    2 Chome-32-16 Kamiitabashi, Itabashi City, Tokyo 174-0076, Japan

    Tokyo, Japan

    Compare Ishida Ya

    How Easy to Book: Ishida Ya vs. Peers
    VenuePriceBooking Difficulty
    Ishida Ya- JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdownEasy
    Chuka Soba Ibuki- JPY 999Unknown
    Shimura TokujuenJPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999Unknown
    CRIOLLO HontenJPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999Unknown
    Machi no ParlorJPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 View spending breakdownUnknown
    Kotobuki Seimen Yoshikawa Nishidai ekimae ten- JPY 999 - JPY 999Unknown

    Side-by-side comparison to help you decide where to book.

    Also Consider

    • Chuka Soba Ibuki, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
    • Shimura Tokujuen, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
    • CRIOLLO Honten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
    • Machi no Parlor, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 View spending breakdown
    • Kotobuki Seimen Yoshikawa Nishidai ekimae ten, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999

    At under ¥999, this shop undercuts most Tabelog-recognized wagashi specialists by a wide margin. Shimura Tokujuen charges ¥8,000–¥9,999 for its selections, positioning itself as a special-occasion destination, while this shop serves daily-purchase customers. CRIOLLO Honten (¥1,000–¥1,999) and Machi no Parlor (¥2,000–¥2,999) offer sit-down service and broader dessert menus, but neither matches the pure wagashi focus or rock-bottom pricing here. For budget-conscious shoppers prioritizing value over ambiance, this shop delivers Tabelog-level quality without the markup.

    Chuka Soba Ibuki and Kotobuki Seimen Yoshikawa Nishidai ekimae ten operate in the same price range (under ¥999) but serve savory meals, making this shop a complementary stop for a full Itabashi food day. If you're willing to travel and pay more, central Tokyo wagashi specialists offer sit-down service and seasonal kaiseki-style presentations. If you want recognized quality without the ceremony, this shop's takeout model and cash-only counter keep the focus on the sweets themselves.

    Booking difficulty is minimal here compared to reservation-only spots in Ginza or Roppongi. Walk-ins work most days except before holidays, when calling ahead (03-3933-3305) secures stock. The trade-off is location: you're committing to Itabashi, not a central Tokyo address. For locals or travelers already in the area, the convenience justifies the detour. For visitors based in Shibuya or Shinjuku, the 14-minute Tobu Tojo ride from Ikebukuro adds travel time that central options eliminate.

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