Tokyo Restaurant Guide
Izakaya Restaurants In Okubo
Okubo's best izakaya scene reveals an interesting divide, with the highest-rated establishment, ジンコゲ, serving thick-cut sashimi and intricate small dishes, while another spot, 韓国料理 マッコリの物語 新大久保, garners the most social media attention, appearing in nine posts across five creators for its overflowing bowls of makgeolli and cheesy gimbap. Of the 12 restaurants we scored, the top-rated experience and the most socially popular destination present distinct appeals to diners seeking either a refined culinary journey or a lively, shareable meal.
Te～hanmingu Shinokubo Korean Restaurant
visitors rate it well; locals rate it modestly. Featured in 1 creator post.
Higashi-Shinjuku Station · 4 min walk
ジンコゲ
visitors rate it highly; locals rate it modestly. Featured in 1 creator post.
Higashi-Shinjuku Station · 11 min walk
韓国料理 マッコリの物語 新大久保
visitors rate it modestly; locals rate it modestly. Featured in 9 creator posts.
Higashi-Shinjuku Station · 8 min walk
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Pungumu
visitors rate it modestly; locals rate it modestly. Featured in 1 creator post.
Higashi-Shinjuku Station · 9 min walk
Jonde Shinokubomise Korean Restaurant
visitors rate it well; locals rate it modestly. Featured in 1 creator post.
Higashi-Shinjuku Station · 10 min walk
肉の物語
visitors rate it modestly; locals rate it modestly. Featured in 5 creator posts.
Higashi-Shinjuku Station · 8 min walk
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9”36
visitors rate it well; locals rate it modestly. Featured in 7 creator posts.
Higashi-Shinjuku Station · 4 min walk
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Ton Makkoru
visitors rate it modestly; locals rate it modestly. Featured in 11 creator posts.
Ōkubo-Nichōme (Ōkubo 2) · 2 min walk
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Kanton no Omoide
visitors rate it modestly; locals rate it modestly. Featured in 1 creator post.
Higashi-Shinjuku Station · 8 min walk
モイセ
visitors rate it modestly; locals rate it modestly. Featured in 1 creator post.
Higashi-Shinjuku Station · 9 min walk
Meat & Noodles
visitors rate it modestly; locals rate it modestly. Featured in 2 creator posts.
Higashi-Shinjuku Station · 6 min walk
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Pungumu Fresh
visitors rate it modestly; locals rate it modestly. Featured in 2 creator posts.
Higashi-Shinjuku Station · 11 min walk
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- What is the best izakaya in Okubo?
- Te～hanmingu Shinokubo Korean Restaurant rates highest of the 13 izakaya restaurants we scored in Okubo, Tokyo, known for its ganjang gejang.
- How much does izakaya cost in Okubo?
- Most izakaya restaurants we scored in Okubo, Tokyo sit around ￥3,000～￥3,999 ￥1,000～￥1,999 per person for dinner.
- How long does a izakaya meal take?
- Allow 60 to 90 minutes at most of these restaurants. This is a seated, paced meal rather than a quick stop, so book ahead and do not plan anything tight afterwards.
- Which station is closest?
- Higashi-Shinjuku Station is the closest station for 11 of the 12 restaurants listed here. Each entry shows its own nearest stop and walking time.