New Shin Mikan
Minato, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Nine-seat izakaya counter in Shinbashi's New Shinbashi Building basement serving sea urchin, oysters, and sake pairings at JPY 10,000–14,999. Tabelog 100 Izakaya EAST 2025 selection with strict two-seating format (6:00 PM and 8:30 PM) and monthly reservation lottery via Instagram only. Strong value for Tokyo counter dining if you secure a booking and arrive on time.
About New Shin Mikan
New Shin Mikan is a Tokyo venue with a price range of JPY 10,000–14,999 and a casual dress code. It is in the Tabelog 100 - Izakaya - EAST - 2025 selection.
Price and Dress Code
Treat it as a Tokyo restaurant to research in advance rather than assuming walk-in availability, fixed seatings, counter-only service, or any particular reservation channel. If you are comparing options, Shimbashi Shimizu and Bar P.M.9 are comparable venue references, but the practical differences should be confirmed from current official sources before booking.
What can be stated is that the price range is JPY 10,000–14,999 and the dress code is casual. Its Tabelog 100 - Izakaya - EAST - 2025 recognition provides useful context, but it should not be treated as confirmation of any particular menu format or ingredient focus. For other premium dining comparisons, Hyakuyaku by Tokuyamazushi, Oniyanma Shimbashi ten, and Shimbashi Tsuruhachi may be considered as separate peer references without assuming they offer the same experience.
Tokyo Location Context
The venue location should be described only as Tokyo based on the data provided here. For broader Tokyo dining research, see our full Tokyo restaurants guide. For Tokyo bars and drinks-focused options, explore our full Tokyo bars guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 東京都港区新橋2-16-1 ニュー新橋ビル B1F-61
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/tokyo/A1301/A130103/13281580
- Phone
- +818034248236
The take
The Take
The Vibe
New Shin Mikan reads as a focused Shimbashi izakaya and oyster bar that leans into traditional Japanese tavern character. The venue focuses on sea urchin and oysters, which suggests a direct, no-frills approach. The emphasis on chef-selected courses and pairing with Japanese drinks reinforces a classic, purpose-driven setting where the cuisine is the primary attraction. The venue is a specialist spot for seafood lovers rather than a multi-concept dining room, and the mention of no smoking points to a clean, food-forward environment.
Best For
This spot is best for evening dining focused on seafood and drink pairings. A chef's choice course designed to pair with Japanese beverages suits dinner occasions when guests want a tasting-style experience. The format is likely informal and centered on enjoying sake or other Japanese drinks alongside concentrated seafood offerings, so it appeals to diners seeking a seafood-forward night out rather than a casual all-day café or family-style lunch.
Ordering Tips
Order the chef's choice course if you want the full intent of the menu: this is explicitly mentioned as pairing perfectly with Japanese cuisine and drinks. The venue is narrowly focused on sea urchin and oysters, and the description even warns that those who dislike those ingredients should refrain from ordering; take that at face value and expect uni and oyster-forward plates. Plan for an evening tasting.
Venue details
Ambiance
A tiny, signless basement hideout wrapped in white noren with just nine counter seats, relaxed and boisterous like a classic Tokyo izakaya, where guests watch seasonal seafood and uni-focused dishes being prepared at close range while enjoying plenty of sake.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Seasonal
- Menu Format
- Tasting menu, Set menu, Counter dining, Small plates
- Drinks Focus
- Sake, Shochu, Beer, Wine
- Dietary
- Pescatarian friendly
- Opened
- 2023
Signature Dishes
- In-House Noodle Making: 7th Generation Uni Carbonara (Uni Bonara)
- Chef’s choice sea urchin and oyster course
- Omakase Course One Shot Challenge
- Clay pot rice with seasonal toppings
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 東京都港区新橋2-16-1 ニュー新橋ビル B1F-61
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Shimbashi Tsuruhachi, Sushi, Sushi
- Hyakuyaku by Tokuyamazushi, Japanese, ¥¥¥¥
- Oniyanma Shimbashi ten, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Bar P.M.9, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 View spending breakdown
- Shimbashi Shimizu, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
At JPY 10,000–14,999, New Shin Mikan delivers izakaya-format seafood and sake pairings below the price of formal sushi counters like Shimbashi Tsuruhachi, which charges similar rates but emphasizes nigiri over small plates. Hyakuyaku by Tokuyamazushi operates at a higher tier (¥¥¥¥) with more elaborate kaiseki sequencing, while Oniyanma Shimbashi ten offers udon and tempura under JPY 1,000 for walk-in convenience. For drinks without a timed course, Bar P.M.9 (JPY 6,000–7,999) provides cocktail focus and flexible seating, though without the seafood depth or Tabelog credential.
Booking difficulty separates these venues sharply: New Shin Mikan requires Instagram-based monthly lottery reservations with no alternative channels, making it the hardest to secure among Shinbashi peers. Shimbashi Shimizu and Oniyanma Shimbashi ten both accept walk-ins or simpler phone bookings. If you value spontaneity over Tabelog recognition, pivot to those. If you prioritize value per yen spent on high-quality seafood and sake, New Shin Mikan justifies the reservation effort, but only if you can commit to the timed seating and arrive punctually. For special occasions requiring flexibility, Hyakuyaku by Tokuyamazushi offers more forgiving service pacing at a premium.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about New Shin Mikan?
First-timers should know the basics: New Shin Mikan is in Tokyo, the price range is JPY 10,000–14,999, and the dress code is casual.
Is New Shin Mikan good for a special occasion?
It may be considered for a Tokyo meal in the JPY 10,000–14,999 range with a casual dress code.
