Shinagawa Station is a terminal station in Tokyo, directly connected to major stations such as Tokyo Station and Shinjuku Station.
It is also easily accessible to airports, making it a popular destination for business and leisure travelers.
Shinagawa is known for its business district with headquarters and office buildings of major companies, but it also has many hidden izakaya that offer a taste of old-fashioned Tokyo.
The characteristic of Shinagawa izakaya is that they offer delicious food made with fresh ingredients at reasonable prices.
Many of them also offer multilingual services.
In this article, I will introduce 5 izakaya that offer a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere.
Please choose a restaurant that suits your taste and occasion.
1）吟醸マグロ 品川店 / Ginjo Maguro Shinagawa
Shinagawa is a port town facing Tokyo Bay, where you can find izakayas that serve delicious tuna. “吟醸マグロ 品川店 / Ginjo Maguro Shinagawa“ is a izakaya specializing in excellent tuna dishes, sashimi, and sakes imported from all over Japan.
Local Guide’s Point of View
Would you like to experience the taste of fresh tuna in a magical setting with a view of the Shinagawa nightscape?
They offer over 40 types of sake, including classic and rare varieties, and our 90-minute all-you-can-drink course with tuna dishes is a popular option.
Popular Dishes
1. Assorted Bluefin Tuna Sashimi | Delivered Directly From Toyosu
The “Assorted 3 types of sashimi“ is the most popular dish, featuring 3 types of tuna directly shipped from Toyosu.
You can enjoy tasty tuna at a reasonable price at Shinagawa's izakaya.
The quantity is limited, so don't miss it!
2. A Course that Includes a Lively Tuna Kama Grill
A variety of courses that allow you to enjoy the skills of their tuna artisans.
The course, which includes assorted sashimi of tuna shipped directly from Toyosu, specialty tuna dishes, and dynamic grilled tuna kama-yaki, is a great value with a 90-minute of sake tasting!
Facilities & Services
Conveniently located just a 1-minute walk from the Konan Exit of Shinagawa Station.
Ideal for those who want to taste fish dishes and sake for dinners.
Enjoy a wonderful Tokyo moment while viewing the night view of Shinagawa.
Counter seats and sofa seats are also available.
2）跳魚 品川店 / Haneuo Shinagawa
“跳魚 品川店 / Haneuo Shinagawa” is a sophisticated izakaya in Shinagawa, Tokyo, where seafood lovers gather to enjoy fresh sashimi.
The restaurant specializes in fresh seafood, sushi, sashimi, and local sake from all over Japan.
Local Guide’s Point of View
If you want to enjoy local sake along with seasonal fresh fish delivered directly from the market, I recommend the all-you-can-drink course.
The rare and valuable sake are “katana” etc..
And also, the limited-edition super-premium shochu is also excellent.
Popular Dishes
1. Assortment Sashimi | Seven Kinds of Big Catches
If you want to taste delicious fresh seafood dishes, the dynamic thick-cut sashimi is a must-try.
Fresh fish is purchased daily from the Toyosu Fishing Port, and the sashimi is so tender and it's the perfect pairing with sake!
2. Stewed Single Fish | Toyosu Direct Delivery!
They offer fresh seafood from Toyosu Market, delivered fresh daily, in a variety of cooking methods, such as salt-grilled, boiled, fried, and steamed with sake.
Seasonal local fish, such as Sekisaba and Sekiaji, are the best.
Facilities & Services
The izakaya offers a variety of seating options, including fully private rooms, semi-private rooms, and table seats.
The menu features a variety of dishes, from classic Japanese cuisine to seasonal fish dishes.
It allows you to fully enjoy your evening in Tokyo.
3）二尺五寸 品川グランパサージュ店 / Nishakugosun Shinagawa Grand Passage
“二尺五寸 品川グランパサージュ店 / Nishakugosun Shinagawa Grand Passage” is a soba izakaya located just a 3-minute walk from Shinagawa Station.
The izakaya specializes in local sake and southern chicken dishes.
After enjoying yakitori and sake, the homemade soba is the perfect way to end your meal.
Local Guide’s Point of View
The legendary sake “Juyondai“ and the shochu “Sagara“, which is brewed with white koji and aged, have a smooth and sweet taste that pairs well with southern chicken gizzards.
It is recommended to drink it hot, to bring out the delicate aroma of the sweet potato.
Popular Dishes
1. Homemade Soba Noodles
The homemade soba is a perfect way to end a night of drinking.
There are a variety of soba dishes to choose from, such as “butakake wankosoba“, “nabe soba“, and “kamo soba“ (soba with duck).
Find your favorite soba!
2. 12-course Southern-style Grilled Skewers
A course that offers 12 types of yakitori and grilled skewers of fresh “nanbu chicken“ from Ofunato, Iwate Prefecture, including sasami, liver, thighs, and bacon.
The homemade soba “bukkakake wankosoba“ at the end is a perfect way to end your meal!
Facilities & Services
Private rooms are available for groups of 2 to 4 people.
The counter is lined with a selection of sake and shochu, and it is the Tokyo way to enjoy sake, shochu, etc. with yakitori and soba noodles while admiring the bottles.
4）風来坊 品川店 / Furaibou Shinagawa
“風来坊 品川店 / Furaibou Shinagawa” is a izakaya that specializes in the Nagoya specialty, tebasaki karaage.
It is conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from Shinagawa Station.
The restaurant's special secret sauce is simply delicious and cannot be found anywhere else!
Local Guide’s Point of View
“Tebasaki karaage” is crispy and juicy, with a spicy flavor that pairs well with beer.
The restaurant also offers a variety of other dishes, such as sashimi and hitsumabushi.
Tebasaki can also be purchased to take home for up to 10 people.
Popular Dishes
1. Tebasaki | Original Fried Chicken Wing
“Tebasaki karaage” at "風来坊 品川店 / Furaibou Shinagawa" comes in a variety of flavors, including salt and spicy.
This ensures that you will never get bored of the dish.
The restaurant's secret sauce, which has been passed down for generations, is simply addictive!
2. Fried Chicken Wings
Fried Chicken Wings is a heartier dish than Tebasaki and is recommended for those who want a full meal of chicken.
The spicy flavor is sure to stimulate your appetite, especially when paired with cabbage.
Facilities & Services
They offer a tatami room and a zashiki where you can relax and stretch your legs.
If you are looking for a comfortable place to enjoy a Japanese dinner with your family during your sightseeing in Tokyo, I recommend their tebasaki and sashimi.
5）せせらぎを聴きながら 品川駅前店 / Seseragi wo Kikinagara Shinagawa
For those who have had their fill of traditional Japanese cuisine during their stay in Tokyo, the creative Japanese izakaya “せせらぎを聴きながら 品川駅前店 / Seseragi wo Kikinagara Shinagawa“ is the perfect place to try something new!
The izakaya specializes in dishes that make the most of seasonal seafood and sashimi, and its extensive shochu list is sure to please any palate.
Local Guide’s Point of View
They carefully select popular brands of sake and shochu such as “kokushi-musou“ (Japanese sake) and “kuro-kirishima“ (shochu), and offer a wide selection that goes great with Wagyu dishes, seafood dishes, sashimi, sushi, and tempura.
Popular Dishes
1. Black Wagyu Beef Lean Steak
The “Black Wagyu Beef“ is served with various condiments such as grated daikon onion sauce, homemade salted lemon, wasabi, etc.
Wagyu sushi can also be ordered in individual portions.
2. Assorted Sashimi with the Freshest Seasonal Fish
Sushi and sashimi made with fresh, seasonal seafood are a must-try.
The izakaya offers a wide variety of Japanese and Western fusion dishes, including Wagyu steak and foie gras-based French cuisine.
Facilities & Services
They have large and small private rooms for 2 to a maximum of 60 people, with gentle indirect lighting creating an adult atmosphere.
Enjoy the chef's special seafood dishes and carefully selected sake and shochu in Shinagawa.
Features of Izakaya in Shinagawa
Shinagawa's location as a port town makes it attractive for its many izakaya where you can enjoy inexpensive and delicious seafood dishes.
As a hub point of Tokyo, Shinagawa is also a cosmopolitan city, and some restaurants offer foreign language services.
The Shinagawa Station area offers a wide range of options, from popular and well-known restaurants to hidden gems, so I hope you will find your favorite izakaya during your stay in Tokyo and make it a memorable one.
Written by Cindy
Worked as an art gallery staff in Shibuya.
Originally from Sydney, Australia.
Lived in Japan for 12 years.
My hobbies are cycling in the forest, and listening to country rock music.
I love Japanese food and enjoy visiting gourmet restaurants on days off.