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    Tabelog 2025

    Ranma

    Minato, Tokyo

    Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan

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    The Read

    Price

    JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999

    Dress

    Smart Casual

    Why go

    Teppanyaki counter in Higashi-Azabu where aged A5 wagyu is griddle-seared with hotel-trained precision. Three-time Tabelog 100 selection offers classic teppanyaki format; lobster, abalone, grilled vegetables; at ¥10,000–14,999 dinner, with Wednesday–Friday lunch at ¥1,000–1,999. Counter seats deliver the clearest view of the chef's searing technique.

    About Ranma

    Tokyo's premium dining scene has grown deeper, Ranma in Tokyo is best approached through the verified basics rather than unconfirmed details. It earned a place in Tabelog's Steak / Teppanyaki EAST 100 for 2025, signaling recognition within that category. The appeal is straightforward: a Tokyo restaurant with a verified smart-casual dress code, published price bands, lunch and dinner hours on most operating days.

    The recognized steak / teppanyaki category

    Ranma is best understood through its 2025 Tabelog Steak / Teppanyaki EAST 100 recognition, which places it within a closely watched premium dining category. Rather than leaning on unverified claims about seating, chefs, menus, or signature dishes, the grounded information is practical: Ranma is in Tokyo, carries that 2025 recognition, lists a smart-casual dress code.

    Seating, ordering details, the current meal format should be confirmed directly with the restaurant, especially if you have preferences for how you want the visit to unfold. Ranma's listed price bands are JPY 10,000–14,999 and JPY 1,000–1,999. Published hours are Monday 6–9 PM; Tuesday closed; and Wednesday through Sunday 11:30 AM–2 PM and 6–9 PM. Booking details should also be confirmed directly with the restaurant.

    How it sits in the teppanyaki field

    Ranma sits in Tokyo's broader premium dining field. Kanshin and Crony offer useful points of comparison for diners mapping Tokyo's higher-end restaurants, though Ranma's draw is its own place within the Steak / Teppanyaki category. Ranma's Tabelog recognition reflects standing in the Steak / Teppanyaki EAST 100 for 2025. For other Tokyo options, Sushi Sugaya and UNE PINCÉE are also worth considering within Tokyo's dining landscape.

    Approach Ranma with the verified basics in mind: Tokyo location, smart-casual dress, published lunch and dinner windows on most open days, the listed price bands. Details such as drinks, specific dishes, seating layout, menu structure should be checked directly before you go. For broader options, explore our full Tokyo restaurants guide, or look at other Tokyo dining options for the rest of the day.

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    Planning details

    Location
    Japan, 〒106-0044 Tokyo, Minato City, Higashiazabu, 1 Chome−18−5 大塚ビル
    Website
    t-ranma.com
    Phone
    +81 3-6230-3636
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    The take

    The Take

    The Vibe

    Ranma is a compact, no-smoking teppanyaki restaurant tucked in Higashi-Azabu, a short walk from Tokyo Tower and Azabu-Juban. The kitchen focuses on teppanyaki and steak with donburi (rice bowl) options, and the place is frequently highlighted as a "hidden gem" on Tabelog. Listings for the restaurant include menus, maps and user-posted photos and reviews, which help diners gauge dishes and portions. The description supports expecting an unpretentious, neighborhood grill experience centered on quality cooking rather than elaborate frills.

    Planning details

    Location

    Japan, 〒106-0044 Tokyo, Minato City, Higashiazabu, 1 Chome−18−5 大塚ビル · Directions

    +81 3-6230-3636

    t-ranma.com

    Recognition and awards
    Also consider

    Also Consider

    Restaurant context

    Ranma sits in Tokyo's mid-tier teppanyaki bracket, below hotel-backed heavyweights in polish but above neighborhood yakiniku in technique. At ¥10,000–14,999 for dinner, it costs less than Crony's ¥¥¥¥ French-inflected innovation but runs parallel to Kanshin's kaiseki-influenced Japanese courses. The Tabelog 100 recognition signals consistent execution, three appearances (2021, 2024, 2025) reflect ingredient sourcing and griddle precision rather than menu disruption. Booking is easier here than at the city's top-tier teppanyaki counters; no multi-week lead time is required, midweek availability remains open due to the Tuesday closure and Monday dinner-only schedule.

    Choose Ranma when you want chef-driven wagyu searing without the formality of hotel dining rooms. The 13-seat counter offers direct griddle views, while the eight-table section suits groups prioritizing conversation. If you prefer omakase sushi with similar counter intimacy, Sushi Sugaya operates in the same Minato area with a tighter focus on raw fish. For a lower price point and French bistro flavors, UNE PINCÉE delivers at ¥¥ without the griddle format. Ranma's strength lies in translating hotel teppanyaki training into an independent setting, expect competent execution, straightforward sake pairings, ingredient quality that justifies the Tabelog nod, but skip it if you need private rooms or multilingual concierge depth.

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    How Easy to Book: Ranma vs. Peers
    VenueCuisinePriceBooking DifficultyAwards
    RanmaJPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999Easy
    Tabelog 100 - Steak / Teppanyaki - EAST - 2025 · #93
    KanshinJapanese¥¥¥Unknown
    2026 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Recommended2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate
    CronyInnovative, French¥¥¥¥Unknown
    2026 Asia's 50 Best Restaurants · #34Star Wine Lists 20262026 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Recommended2026 Michelin 2 Stars2025 Asia's 50 Best Restaurants · #30Tabelog 100 - French - TOKYO - 2025 · #782025 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #227We're Smart World Top Restaurants 20252025 Michelin 2 Stars
    すが弥UnknownNo published awards
    Sushi SugayaSushiUnknown
    2026 Tabelog Bronze · #4262026 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan RecommendedTabelog 100 - Sushi - TOKYO - 2025 · #632025 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #2142025 Tabelog Bronze2024 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #2482023 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Highly Recommended
    UNE PINCÉEFrench¥¥Unknown
    2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate

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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What should I wear to Ranma?

    Ranma lists a smart-casual dress code. Dress neatly for a Tokyo dining room.

    Can Ranma accommodate groups?

    Group arrangements and seating should be confirmed directly with the restaurant. Check availability before booking if you need to coordinate timing or seating preferences.

    Can I eat at the bar at Ranma?

    Ask Ranma directly about seating options when booking if you have a preference for where to sit. Availability may vary by date and party size.

    Is Ranma good for a special occasion?

    Ranma may suit a special occasion for diners looking for a Tokyo restaurant with 2025 Tabelog Steak / Teppanyaki EAST 100 recognition. Confirm the current menu, seating, booking details directly before planning around it.

    What are Ranma's prices and hours?

    Ranma's listed price bands are JPY 10,000–14,999 and JPY 1,000–1,999. Published hours are Monday 6–9 PM; Tuesday closed; and Wednesday through Sunday 11:30 AM–2 PM and 6–9 PM.