Kiyota Hanare
Chūō, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
$500+per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Kiyota Hanare delivers technical omakase sushi at JPY 100,000 per head in a seven-seat Ginza counter, ranked 11th in Tabelog 100 2025 Tokyo sushi. Weekdays-only, reservation-required, tasting-menu-only — worth it if you want precision nigiri and chef interaction, less flexible than à la carte alternatives.
About Kiyota Hanare
Kiyota Hanare is a premium venue in Tokyo with a price starting at JPY 100,000. Hours are Monday through Friday, 6–10 PM, with Saturday and Sunday closed. The dress code is smart casual. Confirm details such as menu format, seating layout, chef, awards, address, and booking method directly before planning around them.
Why the Price Reflects a Premium Booking
The JPY 100,000 starting price places Kiyota Hanare in Tokyo's high-end dining bracket. That figure is the clearest planning signal: this is a venue to approach as a major dinner reservation rather than a casual stop. If you are comparing it with other premium Tokyo options such as Mutsukari or ESqUISSE, use the starting price and evening-only schedule as the basis for comparison, then confirm the current experience directly before booking.
Do not assume a particular menu progression, sourcing approach, awards profile, service format, or beverage program. Diners considering Kiyota Hanare should confirm what is included, whether any preferences can be accommodated, and how the final bill is calculated before committing to the reservation.
Schedule, Dress Code, and Planning Fit
Kiyota Hanare's operating window is dinner only: Monday through Friday from 6–10 PM, closed Saturday and Sunday. That makes it best suited to a weekday evening plan in Tokyo. The dress code is smart casual, so guests should avoid treating it as a drop-in casual meal and dress appropriately for a premium setting.
For travelers building a Tokyo itinerary, the narrow weekday schedule matters more than assumptions about the room or format. If your dates fall over a weekend, choose another Tokyo dining option. If you need an alternative, you can compare availability with comparable venues such as ARMANI / RISTORANTE, ESqUISSE, or Mutsukari.
Practical summary: Kiyota Hanare is in Tokyo, starts at JPY 100,000, operates Monday through Friday from 6–10 PM, is closed Saturday and Sunday, and has a smart casual dress code. Confirm all other details directly before booking.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 5 Chome−5−18 藤小西ビル 9F
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/tokyo/A1301/A130101/13256392
- Phone
- +81
Venue details
Ambiance
A very small, non-smoking sushi counter on the 9th floor in Ginza with only seven seats, creating a hushed, exclusive atmosphere focused on the chef and Edomae sushi craft rather than decor or views; reviews describe it as a relaxing, quietly luxurious space suited to serious sushi dining.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- Omakase, Counter dining, Tasting menu
- Wine Program
- Standard
- Drinks Focus
- Sake, Beer, Tea
- Dietary
- Pescatarian friendly
- Private Dining
- Available
- Opened
- 2018
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 5 Chome−5−18 藤小西ビル 9F
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 5 Chome−5−18 藤小西ビル 9F · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Mutsukari, Kaiseki, Japanese, ¥¥¥
- 喰善あべ, Notable alternative
- ARMANI / RISTORANTE, Italian, ¥¥¥
- Air, Notable alternative
- ESqUISSE, French, ¥¥¥¥
Restaurant context
At JPY 100,000, Kiyota Hanare sits slightly below the two-star omakase tier but above mid-range counters like Sushi Tokami or Sushisho Masa. If you're weighing value, Mutsukari (kaiseki ¥¥¥) offers broader seasonal variety for less money, though you lose the sushi-specific knife work. ESqUISSE (French ¥¥¥¥) runs higher but includes wine pairing and multi-course complexity; Kiyota Hanare is the choice if you want omakase focus without the Michelin-star booking war. For Italian at a similar spend, ARMANI / RISTORANTE (¥¥¥) gives you Ginza polish with more à la carte control.
Booking difficulty here is moderate, two weeks ahead works most weekdays, versus three months for Saito or Sushi Yoshitake. The Tabelog Bronze and Top 100 ranking confirm consistency, but if you prefer spontaneity or walk-in options, head to neighborhood counters in Tsukiji or try Air for a less rigid format. The seven-seat counter means intimate chef interaction, which solo diners and couples appreciate; larger groups should consider kaiseki at Mutsukari, where private rooms accommodate parties of four or more comfortably.
If your Tokyo itinerary includes only one high-end sushi meal, Kiyota Hanare is the right pick when you want technical execution without the trophy-hunting pressure of two-star venues. If you're chasing Michelin stars specifically, aim higher; if you want value-per-yen in the omakase category, this is a smart middle ground.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kiyota Hanare good for solo dining?
Kiyota Hanare is a premium Tokyo venue with a starting price of JPY 100,000 and weekday dinner hours, so solo diners should confirm the booking policy and seating arrangement directly before reserving.
Does Kiyota Hanare handle dietary restrictions?
What should I order at Kiyota Hanare?
Before visiting, confirm the current offering, what is included at the JPY 100,000 starting price, and whether any choices or substitutions are available.
What are alternatives to Kiyota Hanare in Tokyo?
For other premium Tokyo dining options, compare Kiyota Hanare with comparable venues such as Mutsukari, ESqUISSE, ARMANI / RISTORANTE, Air, or 喰善あべ. Confirm each venue's current price, hours, and format before booking.
Is Kiyota Hanare good for a special occasion?
Kiyota Hanare may suit a special occasion if you are looking for a premium Tokyo dinner with a starting price of JPY 100,000. Confirm details such as room layout, group capacity, and celebration support directly.
Is Kiyota Hanare worth the price?
At JPY 100,000 and up, value depends on what you want from a premium dinner in Tokyo. Kiyota Hanare operates Monday through Friday from 6–10 PM, is closed on weekends, and has a smart casual dress code; confirm the current experience before deciding.
Is lunch or dinner better at Kiyota Hanare?
Plan for dinner rather than lunch. Kiyota Hanare is open Monday through Friday from 6–10 PM and closed Saturday and Sunday.
