Tokyo Restaurant Guide
Sake Bars In Setagaya
While Itasoba Santoukou (板蕎麦 山灯香) leads the field in Setagaya, a focus on yakitori, specifically named as a specialty by two of the best-rated restaurants here, marks a characteristic trend among the top five destinations for nihonshu. These establishments often feature delicate small plates, ranging from thick-fried tofu to spicy cartilage karaage, appearing in six social media posts.

Itasoba Santoukou
visitors rate it well; locals rate it well. Featured in 1 creator post.
Naka-meguro Sta. · 31 min walk

Izakaya Hidejiro
visitors rate it modestly; locals rate it highly. Local gem. Featured in 2 creator posts.
Sangenjaya Station · 45 min walk
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三茶一九
visitors rate it well; locals rate it modestly. Featured in 1 creator post.
Japan, 〒154-0004 Tokyo, Setagaya City, Taishidō, 4-chōme−23−16 B1F

Kiura
visitors rate it well; locals rate it modestly. Featured in 1 creator post.
Sangenjaya Station · 45 min walk

Fuku Warai
visitors rate it modestly; locals rate it modestly. Featured in 1 creator post.
Sangenjaya Station · 44 min walk
Nihonshu in Setagaya, answered
- What is the best nihonshu in Setagaya?
- Itasoba Santoukou rates highest of the 5 nihonshu restaurants we scored in Setagaya, Tokyo, known for its soba.
- How long does a nihonshu 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.
- Are these nihonshu restaurants small?
- Yes, mostly. 1 of the 4 with seating data hold 20 covers or fewer, and 3 have counter seating. Expect to queue at peak times, and to be split up if you are a larger group.
- Which station is closest?
- Sangenjaya Station is the closest station for 3 of the 5 restaurants listed here. Each entry shows its own nearest stop and walking time.