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Aotori
Traditional yakitori — binchotan charcoal8-seat counterBinchotanFrom OsakaJapanese chefOpened January 2026
Aotori opened in January 2026 as Copenhagen's dedicated yakitori counter, led by Japanese chef Daichi Suminoe from Osaka, grilling premium chicken and vegetables over binchotan charcoal at a strictly intimate 8-seat bar.
- Price
- ¥¥¥
- Area
- Østerbro
- Since
- 2026
- Chef
- Daichi Suminoe
- Owner
- Mads Battefeld & Tobias Isaksen
Plate № 126
About
Aotori occupies the same address as the former Kappo Andō, transformed into Copenhagen's most precise yakitori experience. Chef Daichi Suminoe, who came to Copenhagen from Osaka in 2022, grills exclusively with binchotan charcoal, coaxing extraordinary variation from chicken and vegetables through precise timing, cut selection, and temperature control. Each skewer is grilled and served individually — the yakitori kōsu in its purest form. The 8-seat counter is co-owned by Mads Battefeld of the Michelin-starred Sushi Anaba, ensuring institutional rigour. Reservations are essential and the counter runs Wednesday through Saturday.
Neighborhood & visiting
Aotori sits in Østerbro, one of Copenhagen's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused yakitori counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional yakitori restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Only dedicated yakitori counter in Copenhagen — pure, unadulterated skewer cuisine
- Japanese chef Daichi Suminoe from Osaka, trained exclusively in yakitori tradition
- Binchotan charcoal grilling: the highest technical standard in Japanese kushiyaki
- 8 seats, one-skewer-at-a-time service — maximum intimacy and engagement
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Frequently asked
About Aotori
- Is Aotori an authentic traditional yakitori — binchotan charcoal restaurant in Copenhagen?
- Yes — Aotori is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for traditional yakitori — binchotan charcoal in Copenhagen: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused yakitori format.
- Where is Aotori located?
- Aotori is located at Øster Farimagsgade 93, 2100 Copenhagen, Denmark, Copenhagen, Denmark in the Østerbro neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Aotori?
- Aotori accepts reservations online. For an authentic yakitori experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Aotori?
- Aotori sits in the ¥¥¥ price range — typical for traditional yakitori — binchotan charcoal of this format in Copenhagen.
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