Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan

Nose to Tail

Name: Nose to Tail
Address: Japan, 〒162-0825 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Kagurazaka, 3 Chome−2-6 3階, Tokyo, JP
Telephone: +817084910829
Price range: JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999

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About Nose to Tail

A 12-seat yakiniku counter in Kagurazaka where whole-animal progression and precise charcoal grilling justify the JPY 15,000–19,999 price. Reservation-only, dinner service only, and featured on Tabelog's Yakiniku 100 list since 2023. Book if you want the full nose-to-tail experience in a focused, chef-driven format.

Is Nose to Tail worth considering at JPY 15,000–19,999 in Tokyo? The verified basics are simple: it is a Tokyo venue in this price band, with a smart-casual dress code, and it is listed in the Tabelog 100 - Yakiniku - TOKYO - 2025 recognition. Beyond those points, details such as seating layout, menu format, booking rules, exact location within Tokyo, hours, payment methods, and specific dishes should be confirmed directly before planning a visit.

What Sets the Format Apart

For now, the strongest grounded reasons to keep Nose to Tail on a dining shortlist are its Tokyo location, its JPY 15,000–19,999 price positioning, its smart-casual dress code, and its 2025 Tabelog 100 recognition in the yakiniku category. The available verified information does not confirm a specific counter setup, course structure, chef-led format, seat count, or list of dishes, so it is best not to assume a particular service style from the name alone.

Plan around Tokyo as the confirmed location, and verify the current address, access details, opening days, hours, reservation method, and payment options with the venue or an official booking source before you go. The confirmed dress code is smart casual, which makes it a better fit for a polished dinner plan than for very casual attire.

How It Compares in a Premium Dining Shortlist

At JPY 15,000–19,999, Nose to Tail sits in a premium dining price range in Tokyo. If you are comparing options, you can also look at Guchokuni, Sushi Kagura, and LUGDUNUM Bouchon Lyonnais, depending on the kind of evening you want. Because specific service details for Nose to Tail are not verified here, the safest comparison is by confirmed price range, Tokyo location, smart-casual dress code, and the 2025 Tabelog 100 recognition rather than by seating, menu, or reservation format.

Before booking, confirm the current operating details directly. For more Tokyo dining options, explore our full Tokyo restaurants guide, or check our full Tokyo bars guide for post-dinner ideas.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I order at Nose to Tail?

The verified information does not confirm a specific menu format, signature dish, or ordering style. Expect a JPY 15,000–19,999 price range, and confirm the current menu directly before visiting.

Is Nose to Tail good for a special occasion?

It can be considered for a special Tokyo dinner if the JPY 15,000–19,999 price range and smart-casual dress code fit your plans. Specific details such as seating layout, privacy, and group arrangements are not verified here, so confirm them before booking.

What should I wear to Nose to Tail?

The verified dress code is smart casual. Choose polished, comfortable clothing appropriate for a premium Tokyo dinner.

Can Nose to Tail accommodate groups?

Group capacity, private-use options, and seating configuration are not verified here. Contact the venue or booking source directly to confirm whether your party size can be accommodated.

Is the tasting menu worth it at Nose to Tail?

A tasting-menu format is not verified here. What is verified is the JPY 15,000–19,999 price range and the venue's listing in Tabelog 100 - Yakiniku - TOKYO - 2025. Confirm the current menu structure before deciding.

What are alternatives to Nose to Tail?

For comparison planning, consider Guchokuni, Sushi Kagura, LUGDUNUM Bouchon Lyonnais, エスタシオン, and Agezuki, along with other dining rooms. Check each venue's current details directly, as formats and availability can vary.

Is Nose to Tail worth the price?

At JPY 15,000–19,999, Nose to Tail is a premium Tokyo dining option. Its confirmed 2025 Tabelog 100 recognition in the yakiniku category supports its appeal, but details such as menu format, seating, and reservations should be verified before you decide.

Location

Japan, 〒162-0825 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Kagurazaka, 3 Chome−2-6 3階

Tokyo, Japan

Also Consider

Sushi Kagura, Sushi, ¥¥¥
Guchokuni, Japanese, ¥¥¥¥
LUGDUNUM Bouchon Lyonnais, French, ¥¥
エスタシオン, Notable alternative
Agezuki, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999

Among Tokyo's upper-tier yakiniku spots, this counter sits between casual grill-it-yourself venues and full wagyu tasting temples. Agezuki runs JPY 2,000–2,999 and lets you control the grill, making it better for quick, budget-conscious meals where you want to order only your favorite cuts. At the opposite end, Guchokuni offers a broader Japanese menu at JPY 15,000+ with more flexibility in format and ingredients, worth considering if you want options beyond yakiniku. The counter here is more structured than both: you follow the chef's whole-animal sequence, and the pacing is deliberate rather than on-demand.

For the same price tier in different categories, Sushi Kagura delivers sushi omakase with similar commitment to technique and ingredient quality. If you're choosing between the two, pick sushi for a quieter, more contemplative experience, or yakiniku here if you want to watch live-fire cooking and engage with the grill. LUGDUNUM Bouchon Lyonnais offers French bistro cooking in the same neighborhood at roughly half the price, making it a better choice if you want European technique and a more casual atmosphere without the premium beef spend.

Book here if the whole-animal yakiniku format is your priority and you're comfortable with a set progression. Skip it if you prefer à la carte freedom or want to avoid offal plates, most Tokyo yakiniku spots will let you order only the premium cuts, while this one builds the entire animal into the course structure.