Gin Gyo
Shintomicho, Toyama
Restaurant in Toyama, Japan
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Price
JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999 View spending breakdown
Dress
Casual
Why go
A 23-seat izakaya in Shintomicho recognized on Tabelog's 100 Izakaya WEST list for 2024 and 2025. Seasonal fish from Toyama Bay, sake-focused pairings, counter seating make it a repeat-visit venue. JPY 8,000–9,999 per person; call around noon for same-day reservations.
About Gin Gyo
Gin Gyo is a Toyama venue with a verified evening schedule, casual dress code, a typical spend of JPY 8,000–9,999. It is listed for Tabelog 100 - Izakaya - WEST - 2025, making it a notable option for diners comparing premium casual meals. Beyond those confirmed basics, public-facing details such as specific seating layout, menu specialties, payment rules, parking, reservation procedure should be checked directly with the venue before planning around them.
What to Order Across Two Visits
The verified information for Gin Gyo does not specify dishes, cuisine details, beverage focus, or a fixed menu format. Treat it as a dinner venue in Toyama where the safest planning assumptions are the confirmed price band and evening hours. If you are deciding what to order, confirm the current menu directly with the restaurant rather than relying on unverified dish lists or seasonal claims.
The Room and Service Format
Gin Gyo is open from 5 PM to midnight every day of the week. The verified dress code is casual. Specifics such as seat count, counter or table layout, private-room availability, smoking rules, child policy, booking method, payment options are not confirmed here, so diners should contact the venue directly for those practical details before visiting.
How to Compare Gin Gyo
At JPY 8,000–9,999, Gin Gyo sits in a premium casual price band for Toyama dining. Its Tabelog 100 - Izakaya - WEST - 2025 listing is a useful recognition point, but it should not be read as a guarantee of a particular service style, language support, menu format, or room layout. Diners comparing options may also consider comparable venues such as Boteyan Tanaka, Gin Sakana no Hanare Gin Chirori, Himawari Shokudo 2, Ricomonte, Tempura Koizumi Takano, while confirming each venue's current details separately.
Reservations: Confirm directly with the venue. Seating: Not verified here. Budget: JPY 8,000–9,999. Hours: 5 PM to midnight, open every day. Dress: Casual. Payment: Not verified here. Parking: Not verified here. Children: Not verified here. Smoking: Not verified here.
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Planning details
- Location
- 2 Chome-1-3 Shintomicho, Toyama, 930-0002, Japan
- Website
- m.facebook.com/forza.gingyo
- Phone
- +81 76-482-4064
Planning details
Location
2 Chome-1-3 Shintomicho, Toyama, 930-0002, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Gin Sakana no Hanare Gin Chirori, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
- Ricomonte, Notable alternative
- Boteyan Tanaka, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999
- Himawari Shokudo 2, Italian, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
- Tempura Koizumi Takano, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
Restaurant context
At JPY 8,000–9,999 per person, this venue positions itself above budget izakaya like Boteyan Tanaka (JPY 1,000–1,999) and Gin Sakana no Hanare Gin Chirori (JPY 3,000–3,999), but well below splurge-level venues like Himawari Shokudo 2 (JPY 20,000–29,999). The Tabelog 100 Izakaya WEST recognition (2024, 2025) signals consistent quality and a loyal domestic following, but the format is still izakaya casual, counter seating, small plates, sake pairings, not fine dining. If you're looking for the lowest-cost entry point to Toyama's seasonal seafood scene, Gin Sakana no Hanare Gin Chirori offers a similar focus at half the price. For a more formal tempura experience at a comparable price tier, Tempura Koizumi Takano (JPY 10,000–14,999) is another option.
Booking difficulty is low, call around noon for same-day reservations or during midday hours for advance dates. The 10-seat counter is the best spot for solo diners or couples who want to watch the prep work; groups of four or five should request the tatami tables or sunken kotatsu seating. Smoking is allowed, which may be a dealbreaker for some. The venue does not allow children, keeping the atmosphere adult-focused. If you want a low-commitment izakaya experience with seasonal fish and a sake list that highlights Toyama producers, this is the right pick. If you want a quieter, non-smoking environment or a lower price point, Boteyan Tanaka is the better alternative.
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Compare Gin Gyo
| Venue | Price | Booking Difficulty | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gin Gyo | JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999 View spending breakdown | Easy | Tabelog 100 - Izakaya - WEST - 2025 · #12 |
| Gin Sakana no Hanare Gin Chirori | JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 | Unknown | No published awards |
| Ricomonte | Unknown | No published awards | |
| Boteyan Tanaka | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999 | Unknown | No published awards |
| Himawari Shokudo 2 | JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 | Unknown | No published awards |
| Tempura Koizumi Takano | JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 | Unknown | No published awards |
A quick look at how Gin Gyo compares on price and recognition.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Gin Gyo?
Gin Gyo is in Toyama, opens from 5 PM to midnight every day, has a verified spend range of JPY 8,000–9,999. Dress code is casual. Specific menu, seating, reservation details are not verified here, so confirm directly with the venue before visiting.
How far ahead should I book Gin Gyo?
The verified data does not specify a reservation method or booking window. Gin Gyo is open daily from 5 PM to midnight; check directly with the venue for current reservation guidance.
What are alternatives to compare with Gin Gyo?
Other venues to compare include Boteyan Tanaka, Gin Sakana no Hanare Gin Chirori, Himawari Shokudo 2, Ricomonte, Tempura Koizumi Takano. Confirm each venue's current price, menu, hours, booking rules separately.
Is lunch or dinner better at Gin Gyo?
Dinner is the verified service window: Gin Gyo opens at 5 PM and runs until midnight every night. No lunch hours are listed in the verified data.
