Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan

Kien

Name: Kien
Address: Japan, 〒107-0052 Tokyo, Minato City, Akasaka, 2 Chome−18−8 長野コーポ, Tokyo, JP
Telephone: +81 3-3505-0728
Price range: JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999

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About Kien

A 20-seat Japanese house restaurant in Akasaka with a six-seat counter and private rooms. Named to the Tabelog 100 — Japanese Cuisine TOKYO 2025 list, Kien delivers seasonal kaiseki-style courses focused on fish, sake, and wine. Lunch runs JPY 8,000–9,999; dinner JPY 20,000–29,999. Book by phone or website; walk-ins aren't accepted.

At JPY 20,000–29,999 for dinner and JPY 8,000–9,999 for lunch, Kien sits in Tokyo's premium dining tier. Verified practical details are limited, but the essentials are clear: Kien is in Tokyo, observes smart casual dress, and is listed in the Tabelog 100, Japanese Cuisine TOKYO 2025 selection. Lunch and dinner hours are posted for Monday through Saturday, with Sunday closed.

What the Verified Details Tell You

Kien's confirmed price bands suggest a higher-end dinner and a comparatively lower-priced lunch. The verified hours list lunch service Monday through Friday from 11:30 AM–1 PM, Saturday from 12–1 PM, and dinner Monday through Saturday from 6–9 PM. Beyond those basics, specific details such as seating layout, room type, service format, menu structure, signature dishes, and beverage program are not verified here, so they should not be treated as confirmed.

What Tabelog 100 Recognition Signals About the Food

Kien appears on the Tabelog 100, Japanese Cuisine TOKYO 2025 list. That recognition places it within a curated Tokyo context for Japanese cuisine, but it does not by itself verify a specific menu style, chef, seating arrangement, dish list, or reservation policy. Compared with other Tokyo dining rooms, Kien is best understood from the verified facts as a premium venue with lunch and dinner price bands, published weekday and Saturday hours, and a smart casual dress code.

Booking, Timing, and Practical Realities

Kien operates Monday–Friday from 11:30 AM–1 PM and 6–9 PM, Saturday from 12–1 PM and 6–9 PM, and is closed Sunday. Smart casual dress is the only verified dress guidance. Because the verified data does not confirm booking method, walk-in policy, payment types, dietary accommodation, parking, counter seating, private rooms, or advance-reservation requirements, diners should confirm those operational details directly before planning a visit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Kien accommodate groups?

Group accommodation details are not verified here. The confirmed price bands are JPY 20,000–29,999 for dinner and JPY 8,000–9,999 for lunch, but seating layout and room availability should be confirmed directly with Kien.

Is lunch or dinner better at Kien?

Lunch is listed at JPY 8,000–9,999, while dinner is listed at JPY 20,000–29,999. Verified hours show lunch Monday–Friday from 11:30 AM–1 PM and Saturday from 12–1 PM; dinner runs Monday–Saturday from 6–9 PM. The better choice depends on your budget and schedule.

What should a first-timer know about Kien?

Kien is in Tokyo, has a smart casual dress code, and is listed in the Tabelog 100, Japanese Cuisine TOKYO 2025 selection. Specific menu format, seating style, reservation rules, and service charges are not verified here.

How far ahead should I book Kien?

Advance-booking guidance is not verified here. Because Kien is a premium Tokyo venue with defined lunch and dinner hours, it is sensible to confirm availability directly before making plans.

Can I eat at the bar at Kien?

Bar or counter seating is not verified here. Confirm the available seating options directly with Kien before booking or visiting.

What should I order at Kien?

A specific ordering format or dish list is not verified here. The confirmed details are the lunch price range of JPY 8,000–9,999, the dinner price range of JPY 20,000–29,999, and Kien's Tabelog 100, Japanese Cuisine TOKYO 2025 recognition.

Does Kien handle dietary restrictions?

Dietary-accommodation details are not verified here. If you have allergies or restrictions, confirm directly with Kien before visiting.

Location

Japan, 〒107-0052 Tokyo, Minato City, Akasaka, 2 Chome−18−8 長野コーポ

Tokyo, Japan

Compare Kien

Value at a Glance: Kien

Venue	Price
Kien	JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
Authentic	JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
鉄板焼赤坂
NiNi
Pierre Gagnaire (JP)
Neighbors

How Kien compares with nearby options at a similar price tier.

Also Consider

Authentic, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
鉄板焼赤坂, Notable alternative
NiNi, Provençal / Japanese fusion; seafood-forward; Josper grill techniques, Provençal / Japanese fusion; seafood-forward; Josper grill techniques
Pierre Gagnaire (JP), French Modern, French Modern
Neighbors, Notable alternative

Among Akasaka's Japanese dining options, Kien sits between neighborhood-priced comfort and Michelin-tier formality. At JPY 20,000–29,999 for dinner, it costs more than Authentic, which delivers solid washoku in the JPY 1,000–1,999 range but without the private-room flexibility or Tabelog recognition. Pierre Gagnaire (JP) operates at a higher price point with French technique and a more formal dining room, making Kien the better choice if you prefer traditional Japanese seasonality and a quieter, less orchestrated atmosphere. NiNi, with its Provençal-Japanese fusion and Josper grill focus, offers a more casual, seafood-forward experience at a similar price tier but trades Kien's calm intimacy for a livelier, open-kitchen energy.

Booking difficulty is moderate, easier than top-tier omakase counters but more structured than walk-in-friendly spots like Neighbors. If you're looking for a Tabelog-recognized kaiseki experience with flexible seating options (counter or private room), Kien is the recommendation. If you want a quicker, lower-cost meal with strong neighborhood character, Authentic is the fallback. For French technique and a more formal occasion, Pierre Gagnaire (JP) is the upgrade. Kien works when you want seasonal Japanese precision without the pressure of a Michelin counter and the option to bring a small group into a private room.