Shamomaru (軍鶏丸)

In the Ebisu-Minami neighborhood of Shibuya, Shamomaru specializes in shamo, a prized breed of Japanese game chicken, served as sashimi, hot pot, and charcoal-grilled skewers in a 22-seat dining room. It is open Tuesday through Saturday from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM (last order 9:15 PM) and closed Mondays, Sundays, and holidays, with dinner typically running ¥10,000 to ¥14,999 per person. Its recognition on the 2025 Tabelog Hyakumeiten toriryori (chicken cuisine) list marks it as one of Japan’s standout chicken specialty restaurants.