Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan

Kappo MAKINO

Name: Kappo MAKINO
Address: 2 Chome-19-2 Kitashinagawa, Shinagawa City, Tokyo 140-0001, Japan, Tokyo, JP
Telephone: +81 3-3471-3797
Price range: JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999

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About Kappo MAKINO

A fish-focused izakaya in Kitashinagawa since 1934, recognized in Tabelog's 100 EAST izakaya selections (2025, 2024, 2021) and awarded Bronze in 2018. The kitchen centers on live anago grilled over charcoal, served à la carte at the 45-seat counter or in private rooms for 8–50 guests. At JPY 8,000–9,999 per head, it sits between casual izakaya pricing and kaiseki formality, offering seasonal fish and a sake-forward drink list without the tasting-menu commitment.

Kappo MAKINO is a Tokyo venue with a verified price range of JPY 8,000–9,999. The confirmed evening hours are Monday through Friday from 5:30–10:30 PM, Saturday from 5:30–9:30 PM, and Sunday closed. It is also listed in Tabelog 100 – Izakaya – EAST – 2025. Beyond those verified points, specific claims about cuisine, dishes, seating, booking method, service format, drinks, address, or house specialties should be treated as unconfirmed.

Verified Recognition and Visit Basics

Kappo MAKINO appears in the Tabelog 100 – Izakaya – EAST – 2025 list. The verified public details support an evening visit in Tokyo at JPY 8,000–9,999, with casual dress. Specific menu items, beverage pairings, room configuration, counter format, private-room availability, and chef-led service details are not verified here, so the safest way to approach the restaurant is to confirm current offerings directly before booking.

Booking, Timing, and Practical Fit

The verified schedule is straightforward: Kappo MAKINO opens for evening service Monday through Friday from 5:30–10:30 PM, Saturday from 5:30–9:30 PM, and is closed Sunday. No verified lunch service is listed. Dress code: casual. Price: JPY 8,000–9,999. Other practical details, including reservations, payment methods, cancellation terms, child policy, seating, and accessibility, are not confirmed in the verified data.

For diners comparing options across Tokyo, Kappo MAKINO is a venue to consider when its verified evening hours and JPY 8,000–9,999 price range fit the plan, but this page cannot verify specific menu style, room layout, or group capacity. Alternative planning can include other Tokyo dining generically, or comparable venue venues such as Chuka Soba Waka TOKYO, Ichou no Ki, Oniyanma Higashishinagawa ten, Rebanira ya Kintaro Toukyou shucchoujo, Unagi Marutomi, and Kappo MAKINO itself, without assuming they offer the same format or experience.

Kappo MAKINO is best described, based only on verified information, as a Tokyo dinner venue priced at JPY 8,000–9,999, with casual dress and Tabelog 100 – Izakaya – EAST – 2025 recognition. For those exploring Tokyo's restaurant scene, it is a candidate to consider when the confirmed evening hours and price range fit your plans. Confirm current menu, booking, and service details directly before visiting.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is lunch or dinner better at Kappo MAKINO?

Dinner is the verified service window. Kappo MAKINO is listed as open Monday through Friday from 5:30–10:30 PM, Saturday from 5:30–9:30 PM, and closed Sunday. No verified lunch service is listed.

Does Kappo MAKINO handle dietary restrictions?

Dietary-restriction handling is not verified in the available data. check the venue's official channels before booking if allergies, vegetarian needs, or other dietary requirements are important.

Is Kappo MAKINO worth the price?

That depends on what you are looking for. The verified price range is JPY 8,000–9,999, and the venue is listed in Tabelog 100 – Izakaya – EAST – 2025. Specific dishes, service style, and menu format are not verified here, so confirm current details before deciding.

Can Kappo MAKINO accommodate groups?

Group capacity, private rooms, and seating details are not verified in the available data. If you are planning for a group, confirm directly with the venue before making arrangements.

What should I wear to Kappo MAKINO?

The verified dress code is casual. No jacket or formal dress requirement is confirmed in the available data.

Is the tasting menu worth it at Kappo MAKINO?

A tasting menu or course format is not verified in the available data. Confirm the current menu format directly with the venue before visiting.

Is Kappo MAKINO good for a special occasion?

It may suit diners looking for a Tokyo evening venue in the JPY 8,000–9,999 range, and it is listed in Tabelog 100 – Izakaya – EAST – 2025. However, private rooms, seating, special-occasion services, and menu specifics are not verified here, so confirm those details directly.

Location

2 Chome-19-2 Kitashinagawa, Shinagawa City, Tokyo 140-0001, Japan

Tokyo, Japan

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Kappo MAKINO occupies a middle tier in Tokyo's izakaya landscape, priced at JPY 8,000–9,999 where most neighborhood izakaya clusters under JPY 3,000. Rebanira ya Kintaro Toukyou shucchoujo and Ichou no Ki both land at JPY 1,000–1,999, making them the budget-conscious choice for casual drinking and bar snacks, but neither carries the Tabelog recognition or the live-fish focus that defines Kappo MAKINO. Chuka Soba Waka TOKYO also stays under JPY 2,000 but shifts the format entirely to ramen, a faster, cheaper experience that lacks the private-room flexibility and seasonal fish menu.

Unagi Marutomi sits closer in price at JPY 3,000–3,999 and shares the eel-grilling specialty, but it operates at a lower formality tier and doesn't offer the same counter-service craft or Tabelog award history. For solo diners or pairs on a tighter budget who still want grilled eel, Unagi Marutomi works, but groups seeking private rooms and a fuller sake selection will find Kappo MAKINO worth the premium. Oniyanma Higashishinagawa ten drops below JPY 1,000 and serves fast udon near the same neighborhood, useful for lunch or a quick bite but irrelevant for anyone planning a fish-centered dinner or business meal.

The booking difficulty also separates Kappo MAKINO from the walk-in crowd: its Tabelog 100 status and phone-only reservation window (11:30 AM–3:00 PM) mean you need to plan ahead, while the sub-JPY 2,000 spots handle walk-ins without issue. If you want the best value without sacrificing quality, Unagi Marutomi is the smarter play for eel; if you need private rooms, seasonal fish variety, and a drink program that goes beyond beer and highballs, Kappo MAKINO justifies the higher spend.