Ethica
Innovative in Ginza, Tokyo, 1 min walk from Ginza-itchōme Station
Our analysis
- #7of 25 innovative restaurants in Ginza
- ¥9,800least expensive lunch course; median ¥8,800
- Japaneseonline booking only
Dinner ¥15,000–19,999Closed MondaysBook by phone
All 27 photos, by dishes, the room and the entrance
Dishes 22
Inside 4
Entrance 1
In our ranking, Ethica is 7th of the 25 innovative restaurants in Ginza. Its least expensive lunch course is ¥9,800 (on Ikyu), 11% above the ¥8,800 median of the 21 innovative restaurants in Tokyo ranked nearest to it. It takes bookings online only in Japanese, on Ikyu Restaurant; 107 of the 246 innovative restaurants in Tokyo can be booked online in English. Good for a seat at the counter, a private room (for 2 or 4), and an anniversary (it prepares a celebration if asked when booking). Course prices that sources agree on: ¥9,800 on both Ikyu and its website; ¥19,800 on both Tabelog and Ikyu.
How it compares
Innovative restaurants in Ginza with a dinner budget close to its own, nearest to it in our ranking.
| Restaurant | Rank in Tokyo | Dinner from | Lunch from | Booking | Awards | Walk | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hiroyuki | #48 | ¥18,150 | ¥16,500 | Online in English (Pocket Concierge) | Tabelog 100 2025 | 1 min, Higashi-ginza | — |
| Spice Lab Tokyo | #54 | ¥15,000 | ¥5,280 | Online in English (TableCheck) | Tabelog 100 2025 | 3 min, Ginza | Mon |
| Makiyaki Ginza Onodera | #59 | ¥30,250 | ¥8,800 | Online in English (Pocket Concierge) | ★ | 3 min, Higashi-ginza | — |
| L'art et la Manière | #62 | budget ¥20,000–29,999 | ¥8,800 | Online in English (Pocket Concierge) | Bronze 2020 · Tabelog 100 2023 | 2 min, Ginza-itchōme | — |
| Ethica | — | budget ¥15,000–19,999 | ¥9,800 | Online, Japanese only | — | 1 min, Ginza-itchōme | Mon |
| Ginza Kome Ryotei Hachidaime Gihee | — | ¥10,000 | budget ¥2,000–2,999 | Online in English (TableCheck) | — | 1 min, Ginza | Wed |
For international visitors
Some support for visitors
Either takes bookings online in English or has a menu or staff in English, not both.
| Menu | English |
|---|---|
| Staff | English |
| Website | In English |
| Payment | |
| Diet | Gluten-free, Halal, Hindu, Kosher, Vegan, Vegetarian |
| Seating and facilities | Counter seats, Private rooms, Bring your own wine, Sofa seating, Sommelier, Free Wi-Fi |
How to book Ethica
- The restaurant also takes online bookings in Japanese through Ikyu Restaurant.
- Call 03-6228-7313 (+81-3-6228-7313 from outside Japan). The restaurant says it has English-speaking staff.
- Reservations: required. Walk-ins are not accepted.
- Anniversaries and birthdays: the restaurant prepares a celebration if you ask when you book (a dessert plate with your message, a cake or a surprise). More in Tokyo.
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Courses and prices
As the restaurant lists them on Tabelog. Prices are per person.
Our Signature ETHICA CollectionMost booked
Lunch · 8 dishes · 2 hr 30 min at the table · 1–6 guests
¥19,800
per person, tax incl., ≈$130
Cheapest
Vegetarian ETHICA CollectionMost booked
8 dishes · 1–6 guests
¥19,800
per person, tax incl., ≈$130
Enjoy Rare Ingredients: ETHICA Grand Collection
Lunch · 9 dishes · 2 hr 30 min at the table · 1–6 guests
- Eel
¥24,800
per person, tax incl., ≈$170
¥5,000 more than the one above
Birthday and Anniversary Course with Message Plate
Lunch · 9 dishes · 3 hr at the table · 1–6 guests
- Eel
- Wine pairing
- Non-alcoholic pairing
¥25,200
per person, tax incl., +10% service charge, ≈$170
¥400 more than the one above
Guaranteed Private Counter for 1 Group per Day: Chef's Counter
Lunch · 9 dishes · 2 hr 30 min at the table · 1–2 guests
¥27,800
per person, tax incl., ≈$190
¥2,600 more than the one above
Guaranteed Private Room in the Kitchen for 1 Group per Day: Gastronomic Experience
9 dishes · 2–4 guests
¥29,800
per person, tax incl., ≈$200
¥2,000 more than the one above
The food
Photos the restaurant posted on Tabelog.
On Instagram
Prices
| Dinner | ¥15,000–19,999 per person |
|---|---|
| Lunch | ¥10,000–14,999 per person |
| Diners report spending | ¥30,000–39,999 at dinner, ¥10,000–14,999 at lunch |
| Service charge | Service charge 10% |
| Credit cards | |
| Electronic money | Accepted, QR code payments accepted |
Opening hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 17:30–22:30 |
| Wednesday | 17:30–22:30 |
| Thursday | 17:30–22:30 |
| Friday | 17:30–22:30 |
| Saturday | 11:30–14:30, 18:00–22:30 |
| Sunday | 11:30–14:30, 18:00–22:30 |
Seats and rooms
Inside
The dining room, in the restaurant's own photos.
| Seats | 16 |
|---|---|
| Private rooms | Yes, for 2 or 4 people |
| Private hire | Possible |
| Largest group | 18 people |
| Smoking | Non smoking There is a smoking area nearby. |
| Children | Children under 12 are not admitted |
| Dress code | Smart casual (tank tops, shorts, and flip-flops are not allowed, but please feel free to wear them as this is Restaurants that values diversity) |
| Setting | Hideout, Stylish space, Relaxing space, Spacious seating, Couple seating, Counter seating, Sofa seating, Power outlets available, Free Wi-Fi available |
| Drinks | Wine, Cocktails available, Particular about wine, Particular about cocktails |
| Services | Parties over 2.5 hours, Celebrations and surprises (Birthday plate), BYO drinks, Sommelier available, English menu, English-speaking staff |
| Opened | August 2022 |
Getting there
1 min walk (60 m) from Ginza-itchōme Station, Exit 3.
Also near: Yūrakuchō (Exit D9): 2 min · Kyobashi (Exit 3): 5 min
- Leave Ginza-itchōme Station by Exit 3 and walk north-east for 30 m.
- Bear right and walk 10 m.
Ethica is on your right.
On your right
Look for
東亜ビル
Written this way on the building
Floor
1F
Street level
The entrance, in the restaurant's own photo
Show this to a taxi driver
東京都中央区銀座1-3-3 東亜ビル 1F
The address in Japanese, as drivers enter it
Location
| Address | 1-3-3 Ginza Chuo, Tokyo 104-0061 |
|---|---|
| Stations |
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| Directions | - Ginza Station C9 Exit: 4-minute walk. |
Nearby
Luxury hotels nearby
- Bulgari Hotel Tokyo, 520 m, about 9 min walk
- The Peninsula Tokyo, 530 m, about 9 min walk
- The Tokyo Station Hotel, 530 m, about 9 min walk
From the restaurant's website
| Name | Ginza ETHICA |
|---|
As stated on ethicatokyo.jp, checked in November 2026.
Questions visitors ask
How much does Ethica cost?
The restaurant puts dinner at ¥15,000–19,999 per person and lunch at ¥10,000–14,999. Drinks and a service charge (Service charge 10%) may be extra; credit cards are accepted.
Does Ethica have an English menu?
Yes. The restaurant lists a menu in English.
When is Ethica closed?
It is closed on Mondays.
Can I bring children to Ethica?
Children under 12 are not admitted.
What is the nearest station to Ethica?
Ginza-itchōme Station, about 1 minute on foot (60 m). Yūrakuchō Station is about 4 minutes away.
Does Ethica have a dress code?
Smart casual (tank tops, shorts, and flip-flops are not allowed, but please feel free to wear them as this is Restaurants that values diversity)
Sources
Facts on this page come from Tabelog (checked in November 2026), Ikyu, and the restaurant's website; the walking directions from OpenStreetMap. Report a correction.