Yokoyama
Minato, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
$100–150per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Yokoyama is a cautious yes for a low-pressure Shirokane meal, especially if convenience in Minato matters more than a named chef, awards trail, or published price signal. For clearer category expectations, compare it with Jumbo Yakiniku Shirokane for beef, ROZZO SICILIA for Italian at ¥¥, or Shirokane Shin for a higher-priced Japanese occasion.
About Yokoyama
Yokoyama works best as a cautious, practical Tokyo option rather than a trophy destination. The key planning anchor is its schedule: dinner runs on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday from 6–9 PM, with both lunch and dinner on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Sunday is closed.
This is not the table to choose if the group needs certainty on cuisine, chef profile, price range, seat count, signature order, or service format before committing. Dress code is smart casual.
Book it for a low-pressure Tokyo slot, not a trophy dinner
The strongest case for Yokoyama is schedule fit. It makes sense for diners who want a Tokyo option with clearly stated hours and do not need a public award trail, menu format, or chef story to validate the choice. Treat it as a practical option when timing matters, especially if the rest of the trip already includes more clearly defined meals.
If the group wants a comparison point before deciding, consider other dining options with clearer public positioning. Jumbo Yakiniku Shirokane, ROZZO SICILIA, and Shirokane Shin are useful names to compare when you want to understand other choices before committing.
How to use it in a Tokyo itinerary
Use Yokoyama as a Tokyo lunch or dinner possibility depending on the day: lunch is listed on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, while dinner is listed Monday through Saturday from 6–9 PM. For broader planning, Our full Tokyo restaurants guide gives more range across the city, while Our full Tokyo bars guide can help round out the rest of the trip.
Avoid building a full itinerary around assumptions about cuisine, price, seating, or signature dishes. Confirm the current offering directly with the restaurant, then compare it with other dining options if your group needs a more defined brief.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒108-0072 Tokyo, Minato City, Shirokane, 3 Chome−9−6 清園ビル 1F
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- shirokaneyokoyama.com
- Phone
- +81354226074
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Yokoyama sits quietly in Shirokane, positioned on a leafy, residential edge of Tokyo rather than the tourist-heavy corridors of Ginza. The restaurant is part of Tokyo's premium dining tier with an understated, patient, community-oriented local rhythm. The restaurant presents seasonal kaiseki within a restrained, sophisticated environment that favors composition and technique over spectacle. The address and context signal a calm, considered room where the kitchen develops on its own terms and the experience privileges refinement over flash.
Best For
This is primarily a dinner destination for guests seeking a deliberate, special-occasion meal: think date nights and milestone celebrations centered on seasonal kaiseki. The room caters as much to long-term local residents as it does to destination diners, so it suits patrons who appreciate a quieter, refined evening and a multi-course tasting that unfolds at a measured pace. Travelers who prioritize cuisine over spectacle will find the setting especially appropriate.
Ordering Tips
Opt for the signature seasonal kaiseki course to experience the restaurant's core approach to ingredients and sequence. The surrounding discussion of Tokyo's upper-tier rooms highlights a tendency toward concentrated formats and extended tasting menus, so allow time for a multi-course service and expect the meal to reflect the kitchen's seasonal focus. Let the kitchen lead the progression and prioritize the set tasting offering.
Venue details
Ambiance
Plain, understated Japanese aesthetic with a minimalist approach; intimate counter seating that emphasizes the chef's artistry and seasonal ingredients without eye-catching decoration.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Seasonal
- Menu Format
- Counter dining, Omakase
- Dietary
- Pescatarian friendly
Signature Dishes
seasonal kaiseki course
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒108-0072 Tokyo, Minato City, Shirokane, 3 Chome−9−6 清園ビル 1F
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒108-0072 Tokyo, Minato City, Shirokane, 3 Chome−9−6 清園ビル 1F · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Jumbo Yakiniku Shirokane, Japanese Yakiniku, Japanese Yakiniku
- ROZZO SICILIA, Italian, ¥¥
- Shirokane Shin, Japanese, ¥¥¥
- L'Assiette Blanche, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
- Jumbo Shirokane, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Yokoyama compares in Shirokane
Yokoyama is the flexible, lower-commitment option in this set because its public positioning is quieter and the booking difficulty is listed as easy. That makes it useful when the priority is a Shirokane table without building the night around a specific format. Jumbo Yakiniku Shirokane is the better call when the group specifically wants Japanese yakiniku and a more defined meal structure.
ROZZO SICILIA gives clearer value signaling with its Italian category and ¥¥ tier, so it is safer for mixed groups who want to know the price lane before choosing. Shirokane Shin is the stronger special-occasion comparison because its ¥¥¥ positioning sets a more formal expectation, while Yokoyama is better treated as a relaxed neighborhood booking.
If budget clarity matters, L'Assiette Blanche is easier to plan around because its JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 range gives a firmer spend estimate. Jumbo Shirokane is another nearby cross-shop when the goal is a known Shirokane name; choose Yokoyama when the group values convenience and a quieter decision over a more defined peer profile.
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Compare Yokoyama
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yokoyama | Tokyo | , | , | No published awards |
| Jumbo Yakiniku Shirokane | Tokyo | Japanese Yakiniku | , | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan RecommendedTabelog 100 - Yakiniku - TOKYO - 2025 · #432025 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #2452024 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #2042023 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Highly RecommendedPearl Recommended Restaurants |
| ROZZO SICILIA | Tokyo | Italian | ¥¥ | 2026 Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
| Shirokane Shin | Tokyo | Japanese | ¥¥¥ | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| L’Assiette Blanche | Tokyo | , | JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 | No published awards |
| Jumbo Shirokane | Tokyo | , | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Yokoyama?
Check directly with the venue and plan around the hours: lunch on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, and dinner from 6–9 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Sunday is closed.
Is lunch or dinner better at Yokoyama?
Choose based on schedule rather than an assumed difference in experience. Lunch is listed on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, while dinner is listed Monday through Saturday from 6–9 PM. Sunday is closed.
Can I eat at the bar at Yokoyama?
Ask Yokoyama directly about seating when you arrange your visit in Tokyo.
What are alternatives to compare with Yokoyama?
Useful comparison names include Jumbo Yakiniku Shirokane, Jumbo Shirokane, ROZZO SICILIA, Shirokane Shin, and L'Assiette Blanche. Compare them with Yokoyama based on your preferred timing, occasion, and how much detail you want before booking.
Is Yokoyama good for a special occasion?
Use caution if you need a highly defined special-occasion booking with a known price, cuisine, seating style, and menu format. If the schedule works and you are comfortable confirming details directly, Yokoyama can still be considered for a Tokyo meal. Dress code is smart casual.
What should a first-timer know about Yokoyama?
Check the hours before you go: Sunday is closed; Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday list dinner from 6–9 PM; and Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday list both lunch from 11:30 AM–1:30 PM and dinner from 6–9 PM. Yokoyama is in Tokyo, and the dress code is smart casual.
