Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan

Umezu

Name: Umezu
Address: Japan, 〒105-0004 Tokyo, Minato City, Shinbashi, 4 Chome−21−7 つるや加藤ビル 1階, Tokyo, JP
Telephone: +81 90-2315-8057
Price range: JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999

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About Umezu

A 13-seat counter in Shinbashi specializing in grilled offal and Shibaura beef, recognized on Tabelog's 100 Best Izakaya (East) list for three consecutive cycles. At JPY 8,000–9,999 per head with a three-drink minimum, the venue delivers consistent sourcing quality but requires advance booking and weekday-only availability. Best for offal enthusiasts comfortable with counter dining and rigid format constraints.

Umezu is a Tokyo venue with a verified dinner price range of JPY 8,000–9,999. Its confirmed schedule is Monday through Friday, 6–11 PM, with Saturday and Sunday closed. Dress code is casual. It is also listed in Tabelog 100 - Izakaya - EAST - 2025.

What Is Verified Before You Book

The reliable booking basics are straightforward: plan for a weekday dinner in Tokyo, budget JPY 8,000–9,999, and dress casually. The verified hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 6–11 PM. Saturday and Sunday are closed.

Beyond those essentials, specific claims about seating layout, menu items, drinks, service format, party-size limits, phone numbers, service charges, sourcing, or reservation mechanics are not verified here. Treat Umezu as a dinner-only Tokyo listing with limited confirmed public details rather than a page where every operational nuance is established.

How It Fits Against Tokyo's Dining Landscape

Umezu sits in Tokyo's dining scene at a verified JPY 8,000–9,999 price range. It can be considered alongside other named options such as Ganesha, Jo Kigen, Mitsumasa, Sugita, and Restaurant La FinS, depending on timing and budget. Because only Umezu's verified facts are available here, those comparisons should remain broad rather than based on unconfirmed differences in cuisine, seating, or service style.

Reservations: Confirm directly before going. Dress: Casual. Budget: JPY 8,000–9,999. Best timing: Monday through Friday evenings, 6–11 PM. Closed: Saturday and Sunday.

Umezu is best approached as a Tokyo dinner option with a confirmed weekday-evening schedule, casual dress code, and a JPY 8,000–9,999 price band. If exact menu details, seating, dietary accommodations, or reservation rules matter to your plans, verify them directly before booking. For a deeper look at Tokyo's dining landscape, see our full Tokyo restaurants guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are alternatives to Umezu in Tokyo?

Other named venues to compare include Ganesha, Jo Kigen, Mitsumasa, Sugita, and Restaurant La FinS. Compare them based on your preferred timing and budget, and verify current details directly before booking.

What should a first-timer know about Umezu?

Umezu is in Tokyo. The verified price range is JPY 8,000–9,999, the dress code is casual, and the confirmed hours are Monday through Friday from 6–11 PM. It is closed Saturday and Sunday.

Is the tasting menu worth it at Umezu?

A tasting menu is not verified. If a set menu or specific ordering format is important, confirm directly with the venue before booking.

Is Umezu good for a special occasion?

It may work for a special occasion if the verified basics fit your plans: Tokyo location, casual dress code, weekday dinner hours, and a JPY 8,000–9,999 price range. Details such as seating, private rooms, menu format, and dietary accommodations are not verified here.

What should I order at Umezu?

Specific dishes are not verified. Check the current menu directly with Umezu before visiting, especially if you have dietary preferences or must-try items in mind.

Is Umezu worth the price?

Umezu's verified price range is JPY 8,000–9,999. Whether it is worth it depends on whether its confirmed basics, Tokyo location, weekday dinner hours, casual dress code, and that budget, match what you want from the meal.

Location

Japan, 〒105-0004 Tokyo, Minato City, Shinbashi, 4 Chome−21−7 つるや加藤ビル 1階

Tokyo, Japan

Compare Umezu

Is Umezu Worth It?

Venue	Price	Booking Difficulty
Umezu	JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999	Easy
Jo Kigen	JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999	Unknown
Ganesha	JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999	Unknown
Restaurant La FinS		Unknown
Mitsumasa	JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999	Unknown
Sugita	¥	Unknown

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Also Consider

Jo Kigen, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
Ganesha, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Restaurant La FinS, Notable alternative
Mitsumasa, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
Sugita, Sushi, Tonkatsu, ¥

At JPY 8,000–9,999, Umezu operates in a higher price tier than most Tokyo izakaya, trading menu breadth for offal-focused depth. Mitsumasa delivers broader izakaya variety at JPY 5,000–5,999, making it a better choice for groups who want options beyond grilled organ meats. For yakitori specialists at a lower spend, Jo Kigen runs JPY 2,000–2,999 with easier booking and weekend hours. Ganesha shifts the format entirely, Indian-Japanese fusion at JPY 1,000–1,999, and suits diners who want spice-forward dishes rather than charcoal-grilled beef.

The trade-off at Umezu is clear: pay more for Shibaura beef sourcing and Tabelog-recognized consistency, but accept a three-drink minimum, weekday-only hours, and a rigid counter format. Sugita offers sushi and tonkatsu at a lower price point with more flexible seating. For those prioritizing offal quality and willing to navigate the constraints, Umezu justifies the premium. For broader menus, weekend availability, or lower spend, the peers above offer better flexibility without sacrificing recognition, Mitsumasa and Jo Kigen both hold Tabelog acknowledgment at more accessible price tiers.

Book Umezu when offal is the priority and the weekday evening window fits your schedule. For everything else, variety, weekend dining, or budget-conscious izakaya, choose Mitsumasa for balance, Jo Kigen for yakitori focus, or Ganesha for cross-cultural experimentation. The venue's Tabelog ranking confirms quality but does not overcome the format limitations; your decision hinges on whether grilled tripe and beef heart are worth the structural concessions.