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Tanto

8.1Friend Score / 10

#10 of 16 Restaurants in San Jose

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Known forjapaneseizakayajapantownsake
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Tanto is a cozy Japanese restaurant in Japantown serving some of the most authentic izakaya-style food in the South Bay, with a menu that changes seasonally. The yakitori skewers, sashimi, and house-made tofu are standouts, and the sake selection is excellent. The space is small so reservations are strongly recommended.

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Last verifiedJuly 14, 2026

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8.1/10
  • Value7.5
  • iconic6.0
  • excellence8.5
  • Crowd level7.0
  • Authenticity9.0
  • Accessibility7.0
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Last reviewed July 14, 2026 by AskTheCity Editorial.