KINO_
Shibuya, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Tabelog 100 French-innovative restaurant in Yoyogi serving Hokkaido fish at an 8-seat counter and 10-seat table section. Dinner runs JPY 15,000–19,999 with sake and wine pairings; lunch is JPY 8,000–9,999. Book 2–3 weeks out for weekends. Private buyouts available for up to 20 guests.
About KINO_
Is KINO_ in Tokyo worth JPY 15,000–19,999 at dinner? KINO_ is a premium Tokyo option with a dinner range of JPY 15,000–19,999 and a lunch range of JPY 8,000–9,999. Its hours show lunch and dinner service on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with Wednesday closed.
For diners comparing Tokyo restaurants, the clearest reasons to shortlist KINO_ are its Tokyo location, smart casual dress code, price range, and Tabelog 100 - Innovative / Creative cuisine - 2025 recognition. For details about the chef, room layout, seating count, menu structure, drinks program, or sourcing, confirm directly with the restaurant before booking.
Private Dining and Group Reservations
For private dining, buyout capacity, seating count, or group-reservation policies, contact the restaurant or booking platform directly to confirm availability, seating arrangements, and any requirements for larger parties.
Menu and Pairing Details
KINO_ is recognized in Tabelog’s Innovative / Creative cuisine category. Ask about specific cuisine, signature dishes, tasting-menu format, seafood focus, or beverage-pairing options when booking rather than making assumptions.
Smart casual dress is the dress code. Diners should choose neat, polished clothing appropriate for a premium Tokyo restaurant.
For nearby or alternative dining research, compare KINO_ with comparable venues such as Yoyogi Imahan, Nara Seimen, JB's TOKYO, moonbow, and ソムタムダー, or look more broadly at other dining in Tokyo. Specific differences in cuisine, price, format, or seating should be checked on each venue’s current listing before deciding.
Reservations: Confirm current booking availability directly with the restaurant or its reservation platform. Dress: Smart casual. Budget: JPY 8,000–9,999 lunch and JPY 15,000–19,999 dinner. Location: Tokyo. Hours: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun: 12–2:30 PM and 6–10 PM; Wed: closed. For more Tokyo dining, see our full Tokyo restaurants guide or explore the city with our Tokyo bars guide and our Tokyo hotels guide.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒151-0053 Tokyo, Shibuya, Yoyogi, 1 Chome−37−4 長谷川ビル
- Website
- instagram.com/kino_yoyogi
- Phone
- +81 3-6826-9608
Venue details
Ambiance
An intimate counter- and table-seat space with a quiet, refined atmosphere, where guests enjoy multi-course menus focused on fish and Hokkaido ingredients, more suited to adults than to families.
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Vibe
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Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒151-0053 Tokyo, Shibuya, Yoyogi, 1 Chome−37−4 長谷川ビル
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒151-0053 Tokyo, Shibuya, Yoyogi, 1 Chome−37−4 長谷川ビル · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- JB's TOKYO, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999
- moonbow, 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
- Yoyogi Imahan, Notable alternative
- Nara Seimen, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- ソムタムダー, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
KINO_ sits in the JPY 15,000–19,999 dinner bracket, making it significantly pricier than Yoyogi neighbors like JB's TOKYO and moonbow, both of which offer creative menus for JPY 1,000–1,999. If you're after Tabelog 100 credibility and a fish-forward French format, KINO_ justifies the premium, but if budget matters more than awards, moonbow delivers inventive cooking at a fraction of the cost. Nara Seimen is the value play for noodle-focused dining in the same neighborhood, though it won't satisfy diners seeking a full tasting experience.
For groups, KINO_ is the rare option in this price tier that accepts private buyouts (up to 20 guests), a feature that traditional sukiyaki spots like Yoyogi Imahan may offer but with a very different culinary angle. Solo diners will find KINO_'s counter format more accommodating than table-only setups at larger venues. Booking difficulty is moderate, 2–3 weeks ahead for dinner, whereas JB's TOKYO and Nara Seimen typically accept walk-ins or same-week reservations. If you can't secure a table at KINO_ and want to stay in the French-innovative category, consider moonbow first for a lower spend, or look beyond Yoyogi to Tokyo's broader Tabelog 100 cohort for comparable formats at similar price points.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to KINO_?
Smart casual is the dress code. Choose neat, polished clothing suitable for a premium Tokyo restaurant.
Is KINO_ worth it?
KINO_ has a price range of JPY 15,000–19,999 for dinner and JPY 8,000–9,999 for lunch. It is also listed in Tabelog 100 - Innovative / Creative cuisine - 2025, which makes it a notable Tokyo option for diners seeking a higher-end meal.
Can KINO_ accommodate groups?
For group capacity, private dining, buyouts, or seating layout, contact the restaurant or reservation platform directly before planning a group meal.
Is KINO_ good for solo dining?
What are alternatives to KINO_ in Tokyo?
Comparable venues for comparison include JB's TOKYO, Nara Seimen, Yoyogi Imahan, moonbow, and ソムタムダー, along with other Tokyo dining options generally. Confirm each venue’s current cuisine, price, hours, and booking format before choosing.
Is KINO_ good for a special occasion?
KINO_’s dinner price range, smart casual dress code, and Tabelog 100 Innovative / Creative cuisine recognition make it a plausible special-occasion choice in Tokyo. Ask the restaurant directly about celebration services, cakes, plates, or private arrangements.
