Mikawa
Minato, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Residential-Tier Counter Dining
Price
$200–300per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Mikawa suits a composed special-occasion meal in Roppongi when location and a calm setting matter. Cross-shop Miyasaka for a clearer Japanese splurge, Sukiyabashi Jiro Roppongiten for sushi, and La Brianza if value and a more casual Italian brief fit better.
About Mikawa
Should you consider Mikawa in Tokyo? Keep the decision practical: Mikawa has lunch and dinner hours on most days, closes on Wednesday, and lists a smart casual dress code.
A Tokyo choice for lunch or dinner
Mikawa is in Tokyo, with service listed for 12–2 PM and 6–9 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. It is closed on Wednesday. That split schedule gives diners both midday and evening options, but it also means timing matters when planning around other Tokyo dining or travel plans.
This is a practical venue to consider when the hours, dress code, and Tokyo location fit your itinerary.
Who should choose it, and who should cross-shop
Consider this if you want a Tokyo meal with lunch and dinner hours and a smart casual dress code.
For alternative planning, you may also compare Mikawa with Miyasaka, Sukiyabashi Jiro Roppongiten, and La Brianza. The right choice depends on your date, party size, and preferred timing.
For broader planning, use the full Tokyo restaurants guide to compare dining options before locking the night. If the meal is part of a larger itinerary, the Tokyo hotels guide can help with the surrounding trip planning.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 12–2 PM, 6–9 PM · Tuesday: 12–2 PM, 6–9 PM
- Location
- Japan, 〒106-0032 Tokyo, Minato City, Roppongi, 6 Chome−12−2 六本木ヒルズレジデンス B 3F
- Reservations
- Book on TableCheck
- Website
- tempura-mikawa.jp
- Phone
- +81 3-3423-8100
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Mikawa lives quietly below street level, the kind of sub-street restaurant that builds its reputation by repeat visits rather than publicity. The B3F location inside a residential block discourages casual walk-ins and breeds a room of regulars who return for measured, refined cooking. The service and setting feel intentionally low-key, tucked away, intimate and quietly assured, and the kitchen’s focus on crisp, seasonal tempura (uni shiso, shrimp, seasonal vegetables) reinforces that restrained, cult-following character. It reads less like a spectacle and more like a carefully kept local secret.
Best For
This is a place for focused evening meals where the food is the main event. The basement address, regular clientele and restrained profile make Mikawa well suited to date nights and small special occasions that prize discretion and culinary craftsmanship over spectacle. It’s not a stop for casual passersby; instead, diners who appreciate precise Japanese technique and seasonal tempura will find the setting conducive to attentive, unhurried dinners. Expect a calm, intimate atmosphere rather than loud, bustling service.
Ordering Tips
Stick to what the kitchen is known for: the signature uni shiso tempura, shrimp tempura and preparations of seasonal vegetables are explicitly highlighted. Because the restaurant occupies a residential basement and "discourages casual walk-ins by design," avoid relying on walk-in availability and plan ahead. Let the menu’s seasonal emphasis guide choices, and prioritize those tempura offerings to get a clear sense of the kitchen’s approach.
Venue details
Ambiance
Calm and artful counter seating with a focused, traditional atmosphere; private tatami rooms upstairs offer quiet intimacy amid artworks.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
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
- Drinks Focus
- Sake program
- Private Dining
- Available
Signature Dishes
- uni shiso tempura
- shrimp tempura
- seasonal vegetables
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒106-0032 Tokyo, Minato City, Roppongi, 6 Chome−12−2 六本木ヒルズレジデンス B 3F
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 12–2 PM, 6–9 PM
- Tuesday
- 12–2 PM, 6–9 PM
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- 12–2 PM, 6–9 PM
- Friday
- 12–2 PM, 6–9 PM
- Saturday
- 12–2 PM, 6–9 PM
- Sunday
- 12–2 PM, 6–9 PM
Location
Japan, 〒106-0032 Tokyo, Minato City, Roppongi, 6 Chome−12−2 六本木ヒルズレジデンス B 3F · Directions
Also consider
Where to book if this does not fit
For a clearer Japanese splurge, book Miyasaka. Its kaiseki and ¥¥¥¥ positioning make the occasion framing easier to judge before committing.
For a lower-pressure Tokyo dinner, choose La Brianza. The Italian format and ¥¥ tier make it a safer option when budget, group comfort, or flexibility matter more than formality.
Restaurant context
How Mikawa compares in Tokyo
Mikawa is the more situational choice: useful if Roppongi convenience and a contained special-occasion setting are the priority. Miyasaka is the cleaner splurge comparison because its kaiseki and Japanese format plus ¥¥¥¥ tier set expectations before you commit. Choose Miyasaka when the meal itself is the anchor of the night.
Sukiyabashi Jiro Roppongiten is the sharper call for diners who specifically want sushi at a high price tier. Mikawa is less defined from the available public detail, so it makes more sense for guests prioritizing Roppongi logistics over a category-specific counter experience. La Brianza is the value-minded alternative in this set, with an Italian brief and ¥¥ pricing that lowers the risk for a less formal night.
Reikasai and エクアトゥール are useful cross-shops if availability or neighborhood fit decides the booking. For a celebration, start with the venue whose format matches the occasion: Miyasaka for kaiseki, Sukiyabashi Jiro Roppongiten for sushi, La Brianza for a lower-pressure meal, and Mikawa when Roppongi convenience is the deciding factor.
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Compare Mikawa
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mikawa | Tokyo | No published awards | ||
| Miyasaka | Tokyo | Kaiseki, Japanese | ¥¥¥¥ | 2026 Tabelog Silver · #812026 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Highly Recommended2026 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Recommended2026 Michelin 1 StarTabelog 100 - Japanese cuisine - TOKYO - 2025 · #522025 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #1432025 Tabelog Bronze2024 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #1052024 Michelin 1 Star |
| Reikasai | Tokyo | No published awards | ||
| Sukiyabashi Jiro Roppongiten | Tokyo | Sushi | ¥¥¥¥ | 2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2026 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Recommended2026 Michelin 2 StarsTabelog 100 - Sushi - TOKYO - 2025 · #202025 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #1962025 Michelin 2 Stars2025 La Liste Top Restaurants2024 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #1892024 Michelin 2 Stars |
| La Brianza | Tokyo | Italian | ¥¥ | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Recommended2026 Michelin PlateTabelog 100 - Italian - TOKYO - 2025 · #722025 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #3842025 Michelin Plate2024 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #3032024 Michelin Plate2023 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Highly Recommended |
| エクアトゥール | Tokyo | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Mikawa?
Mikawa serves lunch from 12–2 PM and dinner from 6–9 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. It is closed on Wednesday. Choose lunch or dinner based on which timing fits your Tokyo plans best.
What should a first-timer know about Mikawa?
Mikawa is in Tokyo. Key details include its lunch and dinner hours, Wednesday closure, and smart casual dress code.
