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Update-Date: Oct 15, 2024

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5 Yakiniku Restaurants in Tokyo to Truly Savor the Flavor of Wagyu Beef

The melt-in-your-mouth tenderness, the subtle sweetness, and the flavor of the white marbling known as "sashi" delicately interwoven into the red meat – it's a beauty that can be likened to a work of art. While Tokyo boasts various wagyu restaurants, we'll introduce you to establishments that meticulously select and prepare wagyu, allowing you to savor the full charm of Japanese beef.

Edo Yakiniku

6 Yakiniku Restaurants in Tokyo to Truly Savor the Flavor of Wagyu Beef

At Edo Yakiniku, head chef Taisuke Chigashige presents a sophisticated evolution of Japanese BBQ through his profound mastery of beef. He personally inspects and selects premium Wagyu, connecting producers and guests through an uncompromising commitment to quality. Each dish celebrates the changing seasons, integrating fresh seasonal ingredients with meticulous care. The dining experience is defined by a deep-rooted spirit of hospitality, ensuring every guest receives detailed, attentive service. By blending traditional techniques with modern culinary vision, the restaurant offers a refined atmosphere where the essence of Japanese craftsmanship truly shines.

Edo Yakiniku

Open: 5:00 pm - 11:30 pm Reservations are available from 1:00 pm to 11:30 pm
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 30,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Higashi-Ginza Station on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line
Address: 4F B, HULIC & New GINZA NAMIKI 6, 6-6-5, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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Yakiniku & Sake USHIGORO Kan Ebisu Main Branch

USHIGORO Kan exclusively uses A5 Japanese black wagyu for its unique style of yakiniku meat grilling, designed to be enjoyed with Japanese liquors like sake, shochu, and fruit liqueurs. With the concepts of "Enjoying a wide variety at half sizes" and "The best flavors at reasonable prices," they assure an exceptional post-meal experience through impressive "cost performance."

Yakiniku & Sake USHIGORO Kan Ebisu Main Branch

Open: [Weekdays] 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm) [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 6,500 JPY
Access: 2-minute walk from Ebisu Station on JR Line (West Exit) / Hibiya Line (Exit 1 and Exit 3). Go towards atré Ebisu West Wing and it is on the right side
Address: 1F STM Ebisu Bldg., 1-8-1, Ebisuminami, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Map
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beef by KOH Hiroo Main Branch

Located a 3-minute walk from Hiroo Station, Beef by KOH Hiroo Main Branch is a restaurant where a head chef with experience from a Michelin-starred restaurant in New York showcases his culinary skills. In addition to yakiniku, you can enjoy original meat dishes. The "Precious Rib Cap and Foie Gras Sukiyaki with Skillet Egg" offers a luxurious experience of enjoying Japanese beef and foie gras in a sukiyaki-style preparation. The "Ultimate Rare Hamburg Steak Bowl" allows you to savor the tender texture and the encapsulated umami.

The interior of the restaurant, featuring antique bricks and charming wood materials, deliberately maintains a rustic touch. The vintage-inspired decor reflects the chef's commitment to Brooklyn-style aesthetics. With a stylish yet casual atmosphere, the ambiance is relaxed, making it a comfortable setting for enjoying high-quality yakiniku with family or friends without any sense of formality. The restaurant offers a fusion of various genres in a New York-style experience.

beef by KOH Hiroo Main Branch

Open: [Tuesday-Saturday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 3:00 am (L.O. 2:00 am) / [Sunday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Exit 2 of Hiroo Station on the Hibiya Line
Address: 2F, Taguchi Bldg., 5-3-12, Hiroo, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Map
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Shibuya Gyumon

Located a 10-minute walk from Shibuya Station, Shibuya Gyumon is a yakiniku restaurant that uses ingredients, including beef, certified as Halal. The restaurant is meticulous in its handling of cooking utensils and cooking methods. A must-try menu item is the "Jo Harami (skirt steak), " which is lean with a moderate amount of fat. It boasts a mild flavor and tender texture. The thinly sliced A5-ranked Wagyu "Sirloin" is recommended to be quickly seared and enjoyed slightly rare.

The interior of the restaurant, renovated from a wooden traditional Japanese house, exudes a retro and homely atmosphere. Around the traditional Japanese cooking device, the shichirin, guests can enjoy a casual meal while relaxing. The drink menu includes a variety of beverages that pair well with yakiniku, such as beer and makgeolli. There are also considerations for Muslims for whom alcohol consumption is taboo, including separate seating, making the restaurant popular among Malay-Muslim patrons.

Shibuya Gyumon

Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 6,500 JPY
Access: bout 10 minutes walk from Shibuya Station on Meiji-dori Street toward Ebisu
Address: 3-14-5, Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Map

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FIFTY-FIVE TOKYO Ebisu Branch

Nestled quietly in a back alley just a 3-minute walk from Ebisu Garden Place is FIFTY-FIVE TOKYO Ebisu Branch, a restaurant that takes pride in high-quality Wagyu. They exclusively handle black-haired Wagyu A4 rank from female cattle. The signature menu item, "3-second seared Silken Loin," allows diners to savor the melting taste of Wagyu ribloin. The adorable-looking "Filet Cutlet Sandwich" perfectly complements the cutlet with homemade sauce.

The interior of the restaurant is designed with a sense of weightiness, inspired by the West Coast. In addition to counter seats, there are semi-private areas separated by roll screens. For those who value a greater sense of privacy, there are also completely private rooms on a separate floor with a dedicated entrance (room fee: 11,000 yen). Enjoy the carefully selected Wagyu in a high-quality space, savoring its melting tenderness and refreshing aftertaste.

FIFTY-FIVE TOKYO Ebisu Branch

Open: [Weekdays, Saturday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:30 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 9,800 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from the Garden Place Exit of Ebisu Station. Go to the right from the exit, go down the stairs in front of Family Mart ahead of the America Bridge, and turn right.
Address: B1F, American Bridge Bldg., 1-23-8, Ebisu-Minami, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Map
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