Shinjuku is the one of Japan's busiest business areas with office buildings as well as shopping facilities and numerous restaurants.
And izakaya (Japanese-style pubs) offering a wide variety of sushi, tempura, and other Japanese dishes.
I would like to introduce four Washoku izakaya around Shinjuku Station that have a reputation for Japanese hospitality.
Don't miss the seafood izakaya where you can taste seafood and sake!
ぞんぶん 新宿三丁目店 / Zombun Shinjuku 3-chome
“ぞんぶん 新宿三丁目店 / Zombun Shinjuku 3-chome" is the best choice for those who want to taste the premium "kinmedai" fish in Shinjuku in a variety of ways.
The restaurant boasts fresh sea bream shipped directly from Toyosu Market every morning.
The "kinmedai shabu shabu" (sea bream shabu shabu), which is lightly sweetened with broth, sashimi, and specialties using Wagyu beef and organic vegetables shipped directly from contracted farmers, will make your time more special, along with a glass of fine Japanese sake.
Local Guide’s Point of View
Try the famous kinmedai (sea bream), a high-class fish, at this izakaya.
The all-you-can-drink course for 2 hours is a great deal, including kinmedai dishes and Wagyu beef.
You can choose from 15 kinds of sake.
Popular Dishes
1. Red Snapper Shabu-Shabu
The shabu-shabu, which uses the finest red snapper procured every morning from Toyosu Market, has a sweet taste.
After enjoy shabu-shabu, you can taste the rice porridge with a special soup stock made from bonito, kombu, and sea bream bones.
2. Whole Boiled Red Snapper
The "Whole Boiled Red Snapper" is a gorgeous looking seafood dish perfect for celebrations and parties.
They offer a seasonal selection of about 15 varieties of sake, which goes well with Japanese cuisine and sashimi.
Facilities & Services
This izakaya is conveniently located in front of Shinjuku 3-chome Station.
They have private rooms for up to 6 people where you can enjoy a leisurely meal, and many banquet courses are available for families with children to enjoy shabu-shabu.
北大路 新宿茶寮 / Kitaohji Shinjuku Saryo
The Kaiseki and Japanese restaurant where you can enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine in a quiet and calm atmosphere that you wouldn't expect to find in the city of Shinjuku.
Their kimono-clad staff will provide you with seasonal authentic Japanese cuisine prepared by skilled chefs and served with hospitality.
Local Guide’s Point of View
Enjoy fantastic dishes such as Wagyu beef, seasonal ingredients, fresh sashimi and seafood.
All 19 seats are private rooms, a fusion of Japanese and modern styles in a private space.
Popular Dishes
1. Vegetarian ｜Vegan Kaiseki
They also offer a wide variety of healthy vegetarian and vegan kaiseki cuisine.
These dishes are made with carefully selected seasonal ingredients cooked in Japanese-style broth.
2. Sukiyaki | Japanese Wagyu Beef Grilled on Ceramic Plate
“Sukiyaki” is a superb dish of black beef, fresh vegetables, tofu, and other ingredients simmered on a ceramic plate to highlight the flavor of the ingredients.
you'll spend elegant time in a stately Japanese space.
Facilities & Services
This Japanese restaurant is ideal for those who wish to experience authentic Japanese cuisine and kaiseki cuisine with Japanese hospitality in Shinjuku.
Waitresses dressed in kimono greet you, that will make a special day.
東山 新宿本店 / Higashiyama Shinjuku
Kyoto-style Japanese restaurant where you can enjoy the beautiful night view of Shinjuku while savoring Wagyu beef and Washoku prepared by authentic chefs.
Please enjoy our 90-year-old traditional cuisine in a dignified Japanese atmosphere.
Local Guide’s Point of View
All of the restaurant's rooms are private, which is perfect for families and couples.
The staff dressed in kimonos will serve you with heartfelt hospitality.
Popular Dishes
1. Japanese Wagyu Sirloin Steak Kaiseki
This Japanese course includes a sirloin steak of Wagyu beef, fresh sashimi of the four seasons, and vegetables.
Enjoy a variety of dishes carefully prepared by skilled chefs!
2. Sukiyaki | Japanese Wagyu Beef
The kaiseki course, served one person at a time, offers a choice of sukiyaki, shabu-shabu, or steak using A4-grade black Japanese beef and the highest-grade sirloin.
Wagyu's shabu-shabu is also available.
Facilities & Services
All 28 rooms are private rooms and can accommodate parties of up to 38 people.
Enjoy "東山 新宿本店 / Higashiyama Shinjuku"'s signature Japanese cuisine, nurtured by Japanese tradition accompanied with fine sake.
番屋 西新宿店 / Banya Nishi Shinjuku
“番屋 西新宿店 / Banya Nishi Shinjuku” is popular izakaya has been a favorite of businessmen and locals in Shinjuku for over 30 years.
They offer a wide variety of Japanese cuisine, including sukiyaki, shabu-shabu of Wagyu beef, and fresh sashimi ingredients directly shipped from all over Japan, and seasonal ingredients.
Local Guide’s Point of View
Rooms with a panoramic night view are popular, so reservations are mandatory.
They offer great-value Japanese course meals with all-you-can-drink to a la carte dishes, and offer a wide variety of Washoku and drinks that will satisfy everyone from children to adults.
Popular Dishes
1. Assortment of 8 Kinds of Specially Selected Sashimi
The "Special 8 kinds of sashimi" which is made by directly purchasing fresh seasonal fish from the market every day through a special route, is a luxurious dish not found in other izakaya.
This gorgeous dish is a gorgeous addition to your table.
2. Miso Motsu Nabe
“Miso Motsu Nabe” is a hot pot dish that originated in Hakata, Fukuoka prefecture in Kyushu.
It is a tender dish of fresh motsu slowly simmered for a whole day in a bonito broth base and three kinds of carefully selected miso (soybean paste).
Facilities & Services
Authentic Japanese cuisine served in a room overlooking the sparkling night view of Shinjuku.
It’ll surely become a special memory of your trip! 10 private rooms with kotatsu and 15 private rooms with tables that can accommodate from 2 to a maximum of 80 people.
Features of Washoku Restaurant in Shinjuku
Shinjuku is one of Tokyo's fiercely competitive districts with a large number of izakaya, so you will surely find great Japanese dish and have a wonderful dining experience during your trip.
Written by Jayden
From Tennessee
Lived in Japan for 3 years.
Works for an animation production company in Shinjuku.
Hobbies are Xbox games, Fortnite, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II
Shinjuku has many reasonable and delicious Japanese restaurants.
Let me introduce fantastic Japanese izakaya and sake in Shinjuku!