USHIGORO S. GINZA
Chūō, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
The Read
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
A strong Ginza pick for a polished celebration dinner rather than a casual drop-in. The 2025 Tabelog 100 #40 recognition gives it a useful trust signal, the easy booking profile makes it more practical than many Tokyo special-occasion choices.
About USHIGORO S. GINZA
USHIGORO S. GINZA is a Tokyo venue to consider when the brief is a planned meal with a smart-casual tone. The verified details support direct planning: confirm the day, match the visit to the published hours, avoid making assumptions about cuisine, menu format, pricing, or service style that are not verified here.
The verified practical details are simple: USHIGORO S. GINZA is in Tokyo, observes a smart casual dress code, has evening hours throughout the week, with additional midday hours on Saturday and Sunday. For a broader scan before committing, use Our full Tokyo restaurants guide, then narrow by occasion rather than by assumptions about format or cuisine.
Choose dinner for an evening plan, weekend midday hours for a tighter plan
Weekday evenings run from 5–11:30 PM, while Saturday and Sunday also include 12–3 PM hours in addition to dinner from 5–11:30 PM. Without verified menu details, the safest planning advice is to check the restaurant's current offering directly before you make plans.
Smart casual is the verified dress code, so aim for polished city attire rather than treating it as a drop-in stop. If timing matters, confirm the current schedule in advance rather than relying on a last-minute plan.
Who should book it, who should cross-shop
Choose USHIGORO S. GINZA if the priority is a planned Tokyo meal with a confirmed recognition signal. Its Tabelog 100 #40 placement in 2025 gives it a credible marker without needing to overstate anything else. If you are comparing other options for the same outing, keep the choice grounded in verified basics such as hours, dress code, occasion fit.
For other named options to compare, consider Gucci Osteria da Massimo Bottura Tokyo, Tsurutokame, 鮨処いし原, 銀座 安達直人, and MORI BAR. The decision is less about chasing an unverified category and more about matching the night to the information you can confirm before making plans.
For adjacent planning, city guides help keep the rest of the trip practical: Our full Tokyo hotels guide, Our full Tokyo bars guide, Our full Tokyo wineries guide, Our full Tokyo experiences guide. If this slot turns into a wider Japan food search, use the Tokyo restaurant guide to compare other unnamed dining rooms by timing, mood, occasion.
The take
The Take
The Vibe
USHIGORO S. GINZA presents a studied quiet rather than theatrical silence. The sixth-floor counter space reads as an exercise in restraint: lacquer counters, charcoal grills and a service rhythm that privileges precision over flourish. The room settles into stillness in the early evening, a moment the copy describes as preparation — where the architecture of the meal, from heat management to plating order, becomes legible. This is a formal, provenance-forward yakiniku counter that feels composed and classic, ideal for diners who appreciate meticulous technique and calm, measured service.
Best For
The restaurant is pitched squarely at evening dining occasions that reward formality and attention to detail. Its counter-centred format and focus on premium wagyu make it a natural choice for date nights, business dinners and other special occasions where provenance and service craft matter. The early-evening stillness and precise service tone suit small parties and couples seeking an intimate, composed experience rather than a boisterous meal. If you prioritize traceability, rare cuts and a deliberate dining pace, this Ginza counter delivers a ceremony-like dinner.
Ordering Tips
At USHIGORO S. GINZA the defining menu element is provenance: grade, prefecture and farm matter as much as cut. When ordering, orient your choices around the sourcing information the staff provides — ask about the cattle's prefecture, the farm and the meat grade rather than treating all A5s as interchangeable. The counter-style service is arranged to showcase those distinctions, so follow the sequence the team proposes and let them guide which cuts to cook over the charcoal at each moment. Prioritize traceability and the house’s recommended progression of cuts.
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 7 Chome−7−7 Ginza 777 Adc Building, 6階 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Gucci Osteria da Massimo Bottura Tokyo, Italian, ¥¥¥
- Tsurutokame, Japanese, ¥¥¥
- 鮨処いし原, Notable alternative
- 銀座 安達直人, Notable alternative
- MORI BAR, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
Restaurant context
How it compares in Tokyo
Choose USHIGORO S. GINZA when the occasion calls for a polished Ginza dinner with less reservation friction. Gucci Osteria da Massimo Bottura Tokyo is the better fit for diners who want Italian at a ¥¥¥ tier with a fashion-house setting; USHIGORO S. GINZA is the cleaner choice when the meal should feel more Tokyo-specific and less brand-led.
Tsurutokame is the closest Japanese peer in this set for a premium meal, so cross-shop it if the group wants a Japanese format without committing to Ginza 7-chome. 鮨処いし原 is the sharper alternative for sushi-focused diners, while 銀座 安達直人 keeps the comparison within Ginza for readers who care about location first.
MORI BAR should not be treated as a dinner substitute; use it as the drinks move before or after the meal, especially with its JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 price signal. For a full evening, pair a restaurant reservation with a bar plan rather than trying to make one venue do both jobs.
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Compare USHIGORO S. GINZA
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USHIGORO S. GINZA | Tokyo | , | Tabelog 100 - Yakiniku - TOKYO - 2025 · #40 | , |
| Gucci Osteria da Massimo Bottura Tokyo | Tokyo | Italian | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Recommended2026 Gambero Rosso Top Italian Restaurants2026 Michelin 1 StarTabelog 100 - Italian - TOKYO - 2025 · #182025 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #2772024 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #2692024 Michelin 1 Star | ¥¥¥ |
| Tsurutokame | Tokyo | Japanese | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | ¥¥¥ |
| 鮨処いし原 | Tokyo | No published awards | , | , |
| 銀座 安達直人 | Tokyo | No published awards | , | , |
| MORI BAR | Tokyo | No published awards | , | JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to USHIGORO S. GINZA?
Smart casual is the verified dress code. Aim for polished city attire rather than dressing down, especially if you are planning an important meal.
What should I order at USHIGORO S. GINZA?
Verified menu details are not available here, so check the restaurant's current offering directly before you make plans. For a first visit, it is safest to let the restaurant's current recommendations guide the meal rather than arriving attached to a specific dish or format.
What should a first-timer know about USHIGORO S. GINZA?
Treat it as a planned Tokyo visit, not a casual drop-in. The venue is open for dinner Monday through Friday from 5–11:30 PM, with Saturday and Sunday hours from 12–3 PM and 5–11:30 PM. Its Tabelog 100 #40 placement in 2025 is the main confirmed recognition signal here.
Is midday or dinner better at USHIGORO S. GINZA?
Dinner works if the meal is supposed to anchor the evening. Saturday and Sunday 12–3 PM hours are useful if you want a midday plan in Tokyo, while the daily 5–11:30 PM dinner window works better for an evening visit.
Is USHIGORO S. GINZA good for a special occasion?
It can be a fit if you want a Tokyo venue with smart casual dress expectations and a confirmed recognition signal. Tabelog 100 #40 in 2025 gives it credibility, the dinner hours make it workable for evening plans.
What are alternatives to USHIGORO S. GINZA in Tokyo?
Other named options to compare include Gucci Osteria da Massimo Bottura Tokyo, Tsurutokame, 鮨処いし原, 銀座 安達直人, and MORI BAR. Check current details directly before deciding, since this page does not verify each venue's menu, pricing, or service style.
How far ahead should I book USHIGORO S. GINZA?
There is no verified booking-difficulty data here, so plan in advance if timing matters.
