I thought it was just a regular monjayaki restaurant, but the craftsmanship was incredible! I ordered the maitake mushroom, mushrooms, and truffle monjayaki, along with the seafood spicy curry monjayaki‼️ They used plenty of mushrooms, and the broth had a creamy, truffle-like flavor (if I remember correctly). They even topped it off with truffles and cheese! It was such a unique experience! The curry version was similarly a refreshing take…! The staff prepared it carefully and explained everything in detail‼️ It felt a bit like a teppanyaki experience, with a touch of high-end flair, but it wasn't overly expensive. The interior was beautiful and calming, and I've found a lovely hidden gem! ♡

I went with a reservation. Even though they use high-quality ingredients, it's still easy for the average person to enjoy. The highlight was the truffle monjayaki, which paired perfectly with the aroma of the dish and was absolutely amazing. The staff was also very friendly, so I will definitely go back!

I was called by an acquaintance to visit this restaurant. When I heard "monjayaki," I imagined a casual eatery, but upon entering, I was somewhat overwhelmed by the upscale atmosphere. After being shown to the table where my acquaintance was waiting, I quickly ordered a highball and enjoyed monjayaki. The menu turned out to be more like that of a teppanyaki restaurant rather than focusing solely on monjayaki. I tried the seafood spicy curry monjayaki, and to my surprise, it wasn’t cooked by us but rather prepared by the staff. It was loaded with ingredients, completely redefining my previous notions of monjayaki! Additionally, they served a special spicy oil on the side for adjusting the spiciness. Adding the oil to my monjayaki increased the flavor beautifully, making it delicious! Besides monjayaki, we also had dashimaki tamago (Japanese egg omelet) and modan-yaki (a type of okonomiyaki with noodles) prepared right in front of us on the hot plate, leaving us very satisfied and full. Since it is an upscale place, the prices are on the higher side, but I think experiencing it at least once would be worthwhile!

I recently visited a hidden izakaya called "Tsukishima Monja Mikazuki," where you can enjoy innovative monja that doesn't use cabbage! The restaurant features a sophisticated space that beautifully blends the tradition of Tsukishima with the modernity of Shinjuku. In this calm atmosphere, you can indulge in high-quality and unique monja dishes✨. Just a step away from the hustle and bustle of Kabukicho, it provides a private setting that creates a special moment, making it the perfect spot for a slightly more adult time with someone special.♩ Here’s what I ordered: - Drink: Recommended Rich Oak Mikazuki Highball - Monja: Recommended No.1, Sea Bream and Daikon - Okonomiyaki: Mikazuki-tama with pork and seafood - Yamagata Beef that melts in your mouth - Seasonal Sherbet I had never tried monja made with daikon instead of cabbage, and it was my first experience. The sea bream and shiso added a wonderful flavor twist, making it absolutely delicious‼︎ The recommended okonomiyaki, Mikazuki-tama, was a hit as well⭐️ It included shrimp and squid, making it a satisfying dish! The Yamagata beef really lived up to its name, being so tender that it almost felt like you could drink it. Why not enjoy monja in this modern and relaxed environment?♩

Tsukishima Monja Mikazuki offers a unique dining experience with its innovative monjayaki that doesn’t use cabbage. The menu highlights include: - Seasonal ingredients featured in the special "Maitake and Mushroom Truffle Cream" monjayaki priced at 2,750 yen. - "Drinkable Roasted Yamagata Beef" for 1,738 yen. - "Iron Plate Dashimaki Tamago" (Japanese omelette) at 770 yen. - The “Rich Oak Mikazuki Highball” for 649 yen. - An appetizer for 600 yen. Located at 1-26-7 Kabukicho, Shinjuku, Tokyo, the restaurant is easily accessible, just a 5-minute walk from JR Shinjuku Station (East Exit), 1 minute from Seibu Shinjuku Station, or 4 minutes from Toei Oedo Line Shinjuku Nishiguchi Station. The restaurant operates daily from 4 PM to 4 AM, with last orders for food at 3 AM and drinks at 3:30 AM. Payment methods accepted include major credit cards (VISA, Master, JCB, AMEX, Diners) and QR code payments via PayPay. A service charge of 600 yen (660 yen including tax) applies, although it is waived for reserved courses. With a seating capacity of 72, the restaurant features private and semi-private rooms, is fully non-smoking, and has smoking booths available. There is no parking on site. The ambiance is stylish and calm, ideal for larger gatherings, dates, or ladies' nights. Tsukishima Monja Mikazuki opened in July this year, redefining the concept of monjayaki with its lack of cabbage, focusing instead on delivering a delicious dish built around plentiful seasonal ingredients. The slightly reduced sauce allows diners to savor the umami of the ingredients. The iron plate dishes are grilled by staff right in front of guests, enhancing the dining experience and elevating excitement. All the lively, hot dishes maximize the natural flavors of the ingredients. A variety of drinks are available, with the in-house marinated Mikazuki Highball particularly recommended, offering a vintage feel that whiskey lovers will adore, making it the perfect companion for the food. The interior contrasts with typical monjayaki restaurants, featuring private rooms and a modern Japanese aesthetic with just the right level of dim lighting, creating an adult atmosphere, perfect for dates or gatherings. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy this hidden gem where you can experience a new style of monjayaki! ✨

▽Restaurant Information Below☺︎▽ Tsukishima Monja Mikazuki 1-26-7 Kabukicho, Shinjuku, Tokyo Kawano Building B1F 03-6302-1164 @mikazuki_monja Business Hours: 16:00 - 04:00 Last Order for Food: 03:00 Last Order for Drinks: 03:30 Irregular Holidays Ordered Menu: - Draft beer Special: 748 yen (tax included) x 2 - Monjayaki: Red Sea Bream and Daikon: 1980 yen (tax included) - Marinated Highballs: - Rich Oak Mikazuki Highball: 649 yen (tax included) - Cinnamon Vanilla Rich: 649 yen (tax included) - Spicy Rich Blend: 649 yen (tax included) - Okonomiyaki: Mikazuki Ball (Pork and Seafood): 1628 yen (tax included) This restaurant is located in Shinjuku Kabukicho and is open until 4 am. The signature dish is a unique type of monjayaki that does not use cabbage! In addition to the "Red Sea Bream and Daikon" we ordered, there are also interesting options like "Shrimp and Avocado" and "Pork, Tomato, and Basil Cheese." For those who prefer traditional flavors, there is the classic "Mentaiko and Mochi" available! The "Red Sea Bream and Daikon" is very healthy, making it a good option for dieting. However, since we wanted to eat more, we added an okonomiyaki to our order! The Mikazuki Ball is a modern yaki featuring soba noodles. It comes loaded with plenty of pork and seafood. Plus, you can add as much sauce, mayonnaise, and bonito flakes as you'd like, which is a nice touch. The staff prepares everything so deliciously that we could just chat and wait for our food! We also tried three types of "Pickled Highballs": the refreshing "Rich Oak Mikazuki Highball," the subtly sweet "Cinnamon Vanilla Rich," and the spicy "Spicy Rich Blend" with star anise and other spices. I think I preferred the "Spicy Rich Blend"! If you enjoy pickled alcohol, I highly recommend trying it out. Additionally, the menu suggests food and drink pairings, which could be fun to explore. If you're curious and want to visit, be sure to save this information!

I went to Kabukicho with friends for the first time in a while and had some memories! The new places can be risky... The atmosphere is nice and clean, but the prices are unnecessarily high. Do we really need truffles on okonomiyaki? The food and drinks took way too long to come out. They said they would cook it on the teppan, but we were left waiting with no updates... things were burning, haha. The ingredients might be good, but with this experience, I don’t think I’ll come back again. It all depends on the staff, I guess. Food: Seems to use good ingredients Drinks: Average Atmosphere: New and stylish Staff: Really useless Cost: Too high, right?

I’d like to introduce an amazing restaurant where you can enjoy a modern twist on monjayaki that you won’t find anywhere else! It’s called Tsukishima Monja Mikazuki, and it just opened in July in Shinjuku Kabukicho. What I had was: - ◯ Oyster Butter: ¥1,078 - ◯ Ume Suisho (plum and crystal): ¥638 - ◯ Appetizer: ¥660 x 2 - ◯ Shrimp and Avocado Monjayaki: ¥2,750 - ◯ Yamagata Beef and Corn Takikomi Gohan (rice cooked in a pot): ¥2,420 I was so happy to have all my favorite dishes! We toasted with Kyoto Fushimi Original Craft Cola and Rich Oak Mikazuki Highball. The oyster butter and ume suisho came out before the appetizers and made perfect snacks while we waited. The staff fully attended to us, but when they grilled the oysters, the steam was intense, and the grease really splattered, so I recommend going in clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty. We had six plump oysters cooked in butter, which you eat with soy sauce, and they were incredibly fragrant and delicious—too easy to devour in an instant! The ume suisho is, of course, a classic. The appetizer was almost like something from a kaiseki restaurant, featuring four different items: - ◯ Salmon Marinade - ◯ Hijiki Seaweed and Koya Potatoes - ◯ Yuba (tofu skin) - ◯ Shrimp and Tomato Consommé Jelly Each item was full of beloved flavors! Personally, I loved the hijiki and koya potatoes; the texture and the creamy flavor of the mayonnaise were just perfect. The shrimp and avocado monjayaki had chunky pieces of vegetables, making it a bit of a mystery as to how to prepare it. I had never seen monjayaki with avocado before, and the combination of ingredients like olives, diced yam, and tomatoes created a sense of excitement. As with usual monjayaki, you form a dam with the vegetables, cut the shrimp into small pieces, and pour the monjayaki batter inside. Surprisingly, it’s made just like regular monjayaki, but once it’s ready, you can’t really eat it like typical monjayaki; you have to scoop it with a spatula, which was quite new and fun! With its chunky yam, avocado, and tomatoes, the monjayaki felt modern and upscale, yet it was extremely delicious! We toasted again with the original non-alcoholic cocktail Midnight Rose and Spicy Rich Blend Highball. The Midnight Rose, made with rose syrup, was luxurious with its fragrant aroma. To finish, the Yamagata Beef and Corn Takikomi Gohan was heavenly with its richly marbled meat, sweet corn, and sweet rice coming together for a blissful experience. I had been craving corn rice, so it made me even happier! There are also creative options like cream-based mushroom monjayaki, red wine sauce monjayaki, Yamagata beef sukiyaki monjayaki, and lemon pepper broccoli and salmon monjayaki, among others. I definitely want to visit again! If you’re tired of traditional monjayaki or want to try something different, I highly recommend checking this place out!

"Oyster Butter" 1,078 yen "Shrimp and Avocado" 2,750 yen "Yamagata Beef and Corn Clay Pot Rice" 2,420 yen "Marinated Highball (3 types)" 649 yen. This restaurant opened in July 2024 in Shinjuku's Kabukicho. After descending the stairs, a luxurious door awaits you, and upon entering, you'll find a chic and relaxing atmosphere. The late-night hours are a comforting bonus, as you can visit at any time. ▽Oyster Butter: The staff grills the oysters right in front of you on the teppan. Even if you're not familiar with cooking, you can feel at ease! The hot and plump oysters paired with butter and soy sauce are amazing! ▽Shrimp and Avocado Monjayaki: This is shocking! Who knew this visual would transform into monjayaki? The staff also prepares this right before you. It's fun to watch and delicious to eat—this was, personally, the best monjayaki I've ever had! Avocado and olive can be so tasty in monjayaki! ▽Yamagata Beef and Corn Clay Pot Rice: Simply delicious! The soft and fluffy rice, combined with the sweetness of Yamagata beef and the gentle flavor and texture of corn, is irresistible. ▽Marinated Highball: There were three varieties: - Rich Oak Crescent Highball - Spicy Rich Blend The first is a classic highball where you can fully appreciate the solid whiskey flavor, while the latter features a pleasantly spicy aroma that's noteworthy! Also, there are stylish non-alcoholic cocktails available, which is reassuring. The taste and cost performance are excellent! Perfect for dates or special occasions. I will definitely visit again! Thank you for the meal!

This is a stylish monjayaki restaurant with private rooms and table seating, providing an upscale atmosphere where you wouldn't expect to find monjayaki. Enjoying monjayaki in such a unique space adds a special touch! Here’s what I had during my visit: ☆ Monjayaki: Mentaiko and Mochi ¥1,760; Tai and Daikon ¥1,980 ☆ Crescent Salad ¥1,078 ☆ Firefly Squid in Soy Sauce ¥528 ☆ Long Yam with Wasabi ¥528 ☆ Ume Suisyou ¥638 ☆ Smoked Cod Roe ¥858 ☆ Crescent Highball (available in straight, on the rocks, or highball) ¥649 The high-end interior and excellent service made for a delightful dining experience with delicious food. Considering the ambiance and service, I think the price is very reasonable! The staff prepares the monjayaki for you, so even if you can't make it yourself, you can enjoy it worry-free. They also offer a special flavored highball with whiskey that you can only taste here. It’s a great place to enjoy with a date or friends, suitable for various occasions. If you're in Shinjuku, I highly recommend trying it!

It was a calm and private space that felt unexpected in the bustling area of Kabukicho. The staff made all the grilled dishes, including the monja. I tried the daikon monja for the first time, and the lightness of the vegetable, different from cabbage, made it easier to appreciate the flavor of the broth. The drinkable roast was exceptional.

A monjayaki specialty restaurant opened in Shinjuku's Kabukicho in July. It offers a unique experience with a surprising twist—no cabbage is used, which is something I've never seen or tasted before. Instead of cabbage, they use daikon radish, creating a healthier option. The rolled omelet is beautifully cooked on the hot plate, and watching the cooking process is quite enjoyable. Given the location, the prices are slightly higher, but the drinks are reasonably priced. The atmosphere has an upscale feel, and the table seating is partitioned, providing complete privacy, making it suitable for various occasions. **Menu:** - Sea bream with daikon: ¥1,800 - Yamagata beef sukiyaki: ¥2,500 - Iron plate rolled omelet: ¥700 (Toppings: cheese ¥100, mentaiko ¥100) - Vegetable-heavy yakisoba (with seafood): ¥1,480 - Asahi Jukusen: ¥680 - Matcha-infused genmaicha highball: ¥590 - Yoichi (highball): ¥890 - Rich Oak Mikazuki highball: ¥590

It was more stylish and atmospheric than a typical okonomiyaki or teppanyaki restaurant. The dim and calming ambiance makes it suitable for dates or business dinners. The prices are a bit higher, but considering the atmosphere, I think it’s reasonable. The entrance was quite lavish and surprised me. It might be a little hard to find.

Tsukishima Monja, located at 1-26-7 Kabukicho, Shinjuku Ward, in the Kawano Building B1F, is just a minute from Seibu Shinjuku Station and five minutes from Shinjuku and Shinjuku Nishiguchi Stations. The restaurant accepts cash, credit cards, and PayPay, and is open from 16:00 to 28:00 with no holidays. The menu features items such as the Midnight Rose for ¥572 (with ginger ale, rose syrup, sliced lemon, and parsley) and Luna Apple Fresh for ¥572 (with Calpis, soda, green apple syrup, sliced lemon, and parsley). They also have a spiced rich blend highball for ¥649. For food, you can enjoy the drinkable roast of Yamagata beef for ¥1,078, deep-fried white fish with homemade tofu for ¥1,078, and a monja with sea bream and daikon for ¥1,980. The Tsukizuki-dama, a pork and seafood okonomiyaki, is priced at ¥1,628, and the vegetable-filled yakisoba (seafood) is also ¥1,628. Surprisingly, this upscale establishment opened in late July 2024 in Kabukicho. It features a spacious and calm interior with attendants who cook for you, starting with high-end appetizers reminiscent of a kaiseki meal, all while offering generous portions that provide excellent value for money. The drinkable roast from Yamagata beef, featuring the newly promoted "Sennichiwagyū," is tender and practically melts in your mouth. It's incredible that the restaurant even offers homemade tofu alongside the white fish, which is unexpected for a monja shop. Based on just these three dishes, I was already thrilled by the remarkable cost-performance. Their monja, which doesn’t use cabbage, truly stands out as gourmet cuisine! I opted for the one with sea bream and daikon, but other menu items look equally tempting. The okonomiyaki and yakisoba are also packed with generous amounts of ingredients, leaving you completely satisfied. This restaurant is a unique adult-friendly monja experience, and I highly recommend it! The half-private seating offers a relaxing atmosphere, with plenty of space and ventilation, so odors aren't a concern. The staff’s attentive service was delightful, and I was impressed when they offered to spray some deodorizer on me as I left.

The interior is clean and has a relaxing atmosphere. The staff carefully explains everything while preparing the dishes. They offer unique types of monjayaki that you can't find in other restaurants. I was surprised to see that they can make scrambled eggs on the teppan as well. They are fluffy and warm. I highly recommend the mentaiko cheese.

In July 2024, I visited an Instagram-friendly restaurant located in Kabukicho, Shinjuku. I got off at JR Shinjuku Station and made my way to Kabukicho, passing through "Shinjuku Street" and "Yasukuni Street." In the underground of a building on a backstreet of 1-chome, I found my destination, "Mikazuki," which opened on July 20, 2024. This place offers a modern twist on the traditional monjayaki, without using cabbage, in a sophisticated hideaway setting called "Tsukishima Monja Mikazuki." Here, you can enjoy refined and innovative monjayaki in an atmosphere that combines the tradition of Tsukishima with modern Shinjuku. Stepping away from the hustle and bustle of Kabukicho, this restaurant provides a private and cozy space perfect for special moments with loved ones. The brand-new interior has a stylish vibe, and though the staff might still be getting the hang of their roles, their enthusiasm shines through, creating a warm feeling. I kicked off my meal with a draft beer, "Jukusen," priced at 748 yen. The first dish was a seasonal vegetable boiled dish, a sampler of white miso paste with urui, a jelly-like mixture of shrimp and scallops, and yuba, priced at 660 yen. This impressive assortment made it clear that the restaurant is aiming for a higher-end dining experience than I initially expected. Next up was the "Mikazuki Salad," costing 1,078 yen, which featured a hearty mix of lettuce, cherry tomatoes, oysters, fish roe, and vermicelli. It was delicious! For the main event, I chose the "Seafood Spicy Curry Monjayaki" for 1,980 yen. Unlike traditional monjayaki presentation, this dish had a visually striking appearance with dashi, curry, shrimp, squid, potatoes, broccoli, carrots, onions, and mushrooms. The staff skillfully oiled the grill, infused it with butter, and then created a well for the dashi and curry mixture. The rich flavor of the dashi blended wonderfully with the curry, offering a punchy taste, and the ingredients truly stood out. The total bill came to 4,466 yen. Since I was alone, I could only indulge in one type of monjayaki, but I think coming with a group to share various flavors would be far more enjoyable!

The atmosphere was great, and the staff were very attentive, which made for a wonderful experience. Unusually for a monjayaki place, there are counter seats which are nice for couples. They also offer a version of monjayaki that doesn’t use cabbage, which is healthy and might be good for those on a diet. Of course, traditional monjayaki is also available.

When you imagine a monjayaki shop in the streets, the exterior and interior atmosphere might first surprise you. The service and the food both have a touch of elegance, and while the prices are on the higher side, I believe it's worth it. After enjoying some lavish appetizers, I had scallops, asparagus, and a rolled omelette, followed by monjayaki made with Yamagata beef and seafood curry. The staff cooked it for us, and just looking at the ingredients made it clear that this is not something a novice should try to cook themselves (laughs). I think I had two beers and two highballs. I was very satisfied overall. The only downside is the higher price, but it definitely doesn't mean it's not good value.

Everything I ate was delicious, and the atmosphere of the restaurant was calming, allowing me to enjoy my meal at a leisurely pace. I would have appreciated a few more snack options to go with the teppanyaki. The fried rice, in particular, was extremely tasty.