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Where to Celebrate Thanksgiving in Tokyo 2026

Tokyo meets American tradition

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Thanksgiving Buffet at Trader Vic’s Tokyo

Trader Vic’s Tokyo, originally from San Francisco and known for its delicious, international buffet and cocktails, gets into the festive spirit each year with Thanksgiving offerings. Operating out of the Hotel New Otani since the 70s, Trader Vic’s puts their famous wood-fire Chinese oven to work for the occasion, with past spreads featuring a carving station, a live pancake station, and an elaborate dessert selection to satisfy your sweet tooth. Guests have also had the option to add a freeflow sparkling wine plan for an extra charge.

Trader Vic’s Tokyo
4F GARDEN TOWER, HOTEL NEW OTANI
4-1, Kioi-cho, Chiyoda-ku
tradervicstokyo.jp

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Bistro Vino Thanksgiving

Bistro Vino in Roppongi, an Italian restaurant known for its tasty wine, switches things up each November with a special Thanksgiving dinner menu. Past menus have featured a multi-course meal blending Thanksgiving staples like turkey with all the trimmings alongside Italian touches such as a chestnut tiramisu for dessert. For those planning to enjoy Thanksgiving at home, a to-go option has also been available.

Bistro Vino Roppongi
1F Piramide Building
6-6-9 Roppongi Minato-ku
bistrovino.com

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The Oak Door’s Thanksgiving Dinner

Give your oven a break these holidays and enjoy the gourmet Thanksgiving dinner at The Oak Door this November. Past menus added a local twist to the classic holiday meal, featuring Japanese touches like anno imo (orange-flesh yam) alongside traditional Thanksgiving sides. The dinner course has been available to enjoy in the restaurant or pre-ordered for pickup on Thanksgiving day.

The Oak Door
6F Grand Hyatt Tokyo
6-10-3 Roppongi, Minato-ku
tokyo.grand.hyatt.co.jp

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T.Y. Harbor Thanksgiving Dinner Course

During the festive season, T.Y. Harbor usually offers a Thanksgiving lunch option at an affordable price for those looking for a daytime turkey fix or curious to see what the Thanksgiving fuss is about. For those wanting something more substantial, a full three-course dinner featuring soup, a main, and dessert is also typically on offer.

T.Y. Harbor
2-1-3 Higashi-Shinagawa, Shinagawa-ku
tysons.jp

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SoulFood House Thanksgiving

Soul Food House, known for serving their authentic, homestyle Southern American and Cajun cuisine in Minato-ku, celebrates Thanksgiving each year with a special course. Past menus have featured classic southern Thanksgiving dishes such as honey smoked turkey, cornbread dressing, garlic mashed potatoes, gravy and cranberry sauce, mac and cheese, and house dessert, with vegetarian and pescatarian options also typically available. Enquiries are welcome via phone or website, and given how quickly seats tend to fill up, it’s worth checking their website early to secure your table.

SoulFood House
6F Patio Azabu Juban
2-8-10 Azabu Juban, Minato-ku
soulfoodhouse.com

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Smoke House Thanksgiving Dinner Course

For BBQ lovers, Smokehouse is the place to be. They’ve made a tradition of serving BBQ style Thanksgiving turkey each year. Past menus have featured dishes like butternut squash tortilla soup, BBQ turkey breast, mac and cheese, and pumpkin pecan pie, at an affordable price.

Smoke House
5-17-13 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku
tysons.jp/smokehouse/

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IVY Place Thanksgiving Dinner Course

IVY Place tends to serve up a traditional Thanksgiving dinner each year. Think classic dishes such as roasted turkey with stuffing, mushroom gravy and cranberry relish, with a Japanese twist like pureed anno imo soup. A lunch option is usually offered as well.

IVY Place
16-15 Sarugaku-cho, Shibuya-ku
tysons.jp/ivyplace/

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Ginza’s BLT STEAK “Thanksgiving Day” Lunch & Dinner

Originating in New York, Ginza’s BLT STEAK prepares a special course menu each Thanksgiving, featuring hearty American classics with a refined, steakhouse touch. The course is available for both lunch and dinner, with the dinner option typically including a few extra additions like soup and appetizer. Reservations are recommended in advance.

BLT STEAK GINZA
8F Royal Crystal Ginza
5-4-6 Ginza, Chuo-Ku
bltsteak.jp

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Thanksgiving Buffet at Yokohama Country & Athletic Club

Yokohama Country & Athletic Club, located in Yokohama, is one of Japan’s oldest international sports and social clubs. A hub for the international community since its founding, the club opens its Thanksgiving buffet to members and non-members alike each year. Past highlights have included turducken, a rare sight outside the U.S., alongside live music. Pricing typically differs for members and non-members.

Yokohama Country & Athletic Club (YCAC)
11-1 Yaguchidai, Naka-ku, Yokohama
ycac.jp

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Two Dogs Traditional Thanksgiving Turkey Buffet Dinner

Two Dogs hosts an annual Thanksgiving celebration featuring a buffet rather than a set course. The spread centers on traditional Thanksgiving staples, from roast turkey to homemade stuffing, alongside cocktails and craft beer. Bookings are available online.

Two Dogs Taproom
3-15-24 Aries Bld. 2F, Roppongi, Minato-ku
facebook.com/Twodogstokyo/

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