Kimuraya

Kimuraya (木村屋.J) is an authentic Japanese izakaya that opened its first Tel Aviv branch at Maze Street 3 on November 1, 2025. It belongs to the acclaimed Kimura-ya chain, which operates around 200 outlets across Japan, and brings that heritage to Israel with a menu designed by a Japanese chef and interiors by designer Mayuka Kojima.

The menu ranges across classic and modern Japanese dishes: wagyu shabu shabu, yakitori, sukiyaki, ramen, sushi and sashimi, with carpaccios (salmon, seabream, tuna) dressed in sesame oil and ponzu. The drinks list features premium sakes, shochu and Japanese whiskies. A new Friday and Saturday lunch service launched on 17 April 2026, and the restaurant runs unlimited shabu-shabu menus for groups.

The interior, designed by Mayuka Kojima, leans into a Tokyo-nightlife feel — tables at bar-district density, an inviting counter, and anime figurines tucked across the space — while the kitchen rounds out the izakaya staples with gyoza, karaage, Japanese curry, tempura and matcha desserts. The chain runs roughly 200 outlets across Japan and first stepped outside Asia to Dubai before choosing Tel Aviv.

For the Asian community in Israel — and especially Japanese expats — this is a rare chance to sit in a genuine chain izakaya without leaving Tel Aviv. The warm, detail-driven atmosphere and wide sake selection make it a strong choice for a proper Japanese night out.

Address: Maze Street 3, Tel Aviv-Yafo 6521311 Reservations: Tabit · WhatsApp · 055-299-6579