The finest Yakiniku in Osaka Prefecture! 20 popular spots by area, including Namba and Shinsaibashi

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A 5-minute walk from Namba Station on the Osaka Metro. Yakiniku Kitan is a Yakiniku restaurant renovated from a Japanese restaurant with 120 years of history.

All seats are in fully private rooms, so it is also well regarded for business entertainment and business dinners. This popular restaurant lets you enjoy high quality Wagyu in a calm atmosphere.

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The popular menu item "Wagyu Special jukusei tare Outside skirt" stands out for the tenderness and rich flavor that only aging can bring.

Outside skirt lets you enjoy the tasty richness of juicy fat and the flavor of lean meat at the same time, and the more you chew, the more juices fill your mouth and the more the meat’s flavor comes through.

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The signature "Wagyu yukhoe (Korean style raw beef) marinated egg yolk" is a raw meat dish where rich egg yolk meets melt-in-your-mouth yukhoe, letting you enjoy its thick savory flavor.

Yukhoe made with Sirloin cap is rare, and the sweetness of the sauce mixes with the richness of the egg yolk, making it excellent.

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A 7-minute walk from Namba Station on the Osaka Metro. This specialty restaurant lets you enjoy top-grade Outside skirt of Domestic Kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black beef) and Special wine. Tucked away in a back alley in Hozenji, it has a hideaway location and is known as a place where you can take your time and enjoy delicious Yakiniku in a calm atmosphere.

In addition to counter seats that make conversation easy even on a date, there are also table seats, and the refined interior gives the whole place a unified look, making it a great choice for a special occasion.

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The "harami (skirt steak) steak" in the photo is a lively dish that the staff grills right in front of you. The bold performance of adding aroma with brandy and the pairing with truffle egg make it especially appealing.

It is said to have a tender and juicy texture, and to go well with salt and wasabi. You can enjoy its high quality flavor.

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The "harami (skirt steak) yukhoe-style with truffle" uses plenty of black truffle and looks gorgeous, too.

Though it is served yukhoe-style, it has an authentic taste and is praised as "excellent," making it a popular menu item for enjoying a luxurious feeling.

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Just a 1-minute walk from Namba Station on the Osaka Metro. This Yakiniku restaurant offers more than 130 items, including A5 rank Kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black beef) and seafood, with a full range of All you can eat and All you can drink courses.

The stylish Private room setting is also popular for dates, and with Private reservation available, it works for a wide range of occasions.

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The “Kiwami Course” All you can eat lets you enjoy beautifully marbled Wagyu cuts such as kiwami karubi (premium short rib), kiwami yaki-shabu (lightly grilled shabu-style beef), and thick-cut tongue.

This luxurious spread includes 130 items you can enjoy to your heart’s content, including the “Kiwami Yukhoe” topped with uni (sea urchin) and ikura (salmon roe) like in the photo.

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The "niku-zushi (meat sushi)" is a luxurious item topped with seared Wagyu, uni (sea urchin), and ikura (salmon roe). The rice and meat come together perfectly, and it is said to have a melt-in-your-mouth texture.

It is also served in a gold-colored dish, and people say the bright presentation and sense of luxury make it even more exciting.

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A 5-minute walk from Osaka Metro Namba Station. This Yakiniku restaurant is run directly by a butcher shop and serves Kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black beef) that the owner purchases by the whole cow.

The chic, calm interior has counter seats and fully private rooms, and guests can also enjoy watching the cooking in the live kitchen.

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"Jo shio tan (premium salted beef tongue)" stands out for the springy texture and juiciness that only thick cuts can offer. People say the savory char makes it even better, with more and more flavor coming out the more you chew.

The lean meat’s plump texture and the sweetness of the fat also go perfectly with the house special sauce or salt.

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The "Premium Loin" is known for its great balance of tenderness, fat, and lean meat. Once you take a bite, its sweetness and aroma spread across your mouth, and you can enjoy its juicy meat juices.

It tastes even better with wasabi or salt, and people say this dish lets you enjoy high quality kurogé wagyu (Japanese Black Wagyu) at a reasonable price.

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A 3-minute walk from Osaka Metro Namba Station. You can enjoy bold Yakiniku grilled over charcoal.

The name "SEX MACHINE" comes from a famous singer's hit song, and the inside, filled with funk music, has a bar-like atmosphere. It feels friendly and comfortable, and this popular spot requires a reservation.

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The specialty "Dynamite Roast" is a popular item that lets you enjoy kurogemagyu (Japanese Black Wagyu) in a bold way.

The more you chew, the more its rich flavor and sweetness spread, and it is known for being very filling. Grilled over charcoal, it is loved as a highly satisfying dish.

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The thick cut "jo-tan shio (premium salted beef tongue)" is another menu item that many people rave about. It has a tender, juicy texture and gets high praise from beef tongue lovers.

Some reviews say it tastes even better than expected and is so good they cannot stop eating it, making this one dish that keeps people coming back.

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A 5-minute walk from Osaka Metro Nihonbashi Station. This Yakiniku restaurant lets you enjoy more than 30 kinds of meat and Horumon, along with over 40 side dishes, at reasonable prices.

The clean open kitchen also makes solo Yakiniku easy at the counter seats. Its casual drop-in atmosphere is part of the appeal, too.

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The house specialty "green onion salt Beef Tongue" is a popular menu item featuring Beef Tongue hand-cut in the restaurant and topped with a heaping pile of green onions.

The salt seasoning is just right, and people say the rich flavor that spreads with each bite keeps them coming back. It is said to be fresh with great meat quality, and very satisfying.

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The photo shows “Nihonichi Umai Reimen (Japan’s Best Cold Noodles).” They are particular about the dashi (soup stock), and the clear broth’s rich flavor pairs perfectly with the firm, springy noodles.

True to its name, this dish has many fans, with some people saying they always order it to finish the meal.

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This Yakiniku restaurant is a 5-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station on the Osaka Metro and offers about 80 different cuts of beef.

The calm interior, centered around wood, has both a luxurious feel and a warm atmosphere. The counter is great for solo Yakiniku, while the Semi-private room works well for groups, making it a good choice for many occasions.

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The "Kiwame Mesu Manno Wagyu (premium female Manno Wagyu) & fresh Horumon tasting set" is a luxurious spread where you can enjoy kalbi with the rich sweetness of its fat, lean cuts, Mountain chain tripe with its crunchy texture, and tetchan (beef large intestine) known for its sweet fat and springy bite.

Another appealing point is that you can order from just one piece, so you can try a variety of meats in small portions all at once.

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The popular "Lunch Outside skirt set meal" is a very filling menu item that comes with Outside skirt, rice, and soup.

The tender, richly flavorful Outside skirt gets great reviews, with many saying "just what you would expect from a specialist," and the free rice refills are another nice point. It also comes with vegetables on the side, and it is popular as a lunch that gives excellent value for money.

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Taishu Yakiniku Biri-chan is a Yakiniku restaurant about a 4-minute walk from Osaka Metro Nagahoribashi Station, and it is popular for its All you can eat and All you can drink courses.

With Semi-private room seating and generously spaced tables, guests can relax and enjoy their time. The chic interior is lit by paper lanterns, and people say it is a great place to unwind and enjoy Yakiniku.

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The "All you can eat Premium Course" is a luxurious plan with 120 items, including signature dishes like thick-cut tongue and shibari-tan (net-wrapped beef tongue).

You can also enjoy raw meat dishes and meat sushi, and another plus is the smooth service through QR code ordering. With its wide variety and high level of Manzoku, it has won support from younger diners and groups.

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The "Wagyu yukhoe-style" dish is a rich plate where the flavor of egg yolk and Wagyu come together. When mixed with the sweet sauce and yolk, it becomes deep and rich, and pairs perfectly with rice.

The presentation is beautiful, and the portion lets you enjoy it little by little, making it a highly satisfying item even on an All you can eat course.

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About a 4-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station on the Osaka Metro. This popular spot focuses on kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black beef) and offers classic Yakiniku favorites like tongue and Outside skirt.

The interior has a calm atmosphere, with counter and table seating that is great for meals with family or friends. Smokeless roasters let you enjoy your meal in comfort without worrying about smoke or smells.

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The "En no Tan Tabe-Kurabe Set" is a signature menu item that lets you enjoy thick cut tongue and Jo Negi Tan (premium scallion beef tongue) at the same time.

The thick cut tongue is said to be juicy with a nice bite and tastes light with lemon, while the Jo Negi Tan is steamed as it cooks, bringing out the sweetness of the scallions for a fresh taste that people rave about.

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The "Yakiniku Standard Course" lets you enjoy mille-feuille yukhoe, Outside skirt, loin, short rib, and more.

In particular, the thick-cut tongue and Premium Outside skirt are said to be outstanding for their tenderness and rich flavor. With soup, Horumon, and even cold noodles included, this filling course keeps things interesting all the way to the end.

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Kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black beef) to Tan (beef tongue) to Outside skirt Yakiniku Gorichan is a 4-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station on the Osaka Metro. This Yakiniku restaurant is known for its tan and Outside skirt.

The cozy and lively interior is ideal for visiting with friends or groups. It is recommended for people who like a friendly atmosphere.

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The popular "Atsu-tan" is a luxurious dish made with a rare cut from the base of the tongue. Even though it is thick cut, it is tender, and with each bite the juices overflow and the rich flavor spreads.

Its plump, springy texture and just right seasoning of salt and pepper are an excellent match, and it is also said to be good value for money. It has become a hot topic in reviews for its amazingly good taste.

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The signature "Shio Tan & Mori Tan" is a specialty dish where you wrap "Negi no Mori," a mountain of green onions and oba (perilla leaves) dressed with ponzu sauce, in shio tan (salted beef tongue).

It looks great too, and the fresh flavor of the green onions brings out the good taste of the tongue. The extra green onions are also popular as a snack to go with drinks or as a palate cleanser.

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A 2-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station on the Osaka Metro. This Yakiniku restaurant buys whole Kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black beef), so you can enjoy high quality cuts, including rare parts.

The spacious interior combines a calm, upscale feel with lively energy, and it also has Private rooms and box seats, making it a good choice for groups.

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The specialty "Negi-maki no Tan" is a unique dish of thinly sliced tongue wrapped around plenty of negi (Japanese leek).

People say the negi stays put even on the grill, so you can enjoy all of its flavor. It also makes a strong visual impression, and the fragrant negi and the good taste of the tongue come together in a very satisfying dish.

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The "Rich! Double Yukhoe of Wagyu Outside skirt" is a luxurious dish that combines thick cut and thin cut Outside skirt.

The rich savory flavor, coated with egg yolk and sauce, pairs well with rice or drinks. The bright presentation also looks great, making this an irresistible plate for Outside skirt lovers.

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A 4-minute walk from Osaka Metro Shinsaibashi Station. Yakiniku Kameda Minamisenba Ten is a Yakiniku restaurant with a retro atmosphere that gives off a downtown feel.

The restaurant is lively with locals and tourists, and the service also leaves a good impression. It is known as a place where you can enjoy fresh and tasty Yakiniku, and it is easy to drop by casually.

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The "Yokubari Set" is a highly satisfying menu item that comes with Outside skirt, pork jowl, grilled chicken breast with green onion salt and lemon, plus kimchi and white rice.

It offers a well balanced way to enjoy beef, pork, and chicken, and reviews say its generous volume makes it especially popular.

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The "Shitamachi no Banmeshi Set" is a great value menu that comes with Outside skirt, kalbi (Korean-style short ribs), roast, kimchi, and white rice. Add the extra stamina sauce, and it becomes the kind of flavor that makes you want more rice.

The meaty Outside skirt and rich kalbi are a great match, and half sizes are also available, so it is recommended for solo diners.

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A 5-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station on the Osaka Metro. Yakiniku Ponga Shinsaibashi Ten is a Yakiniku restaurant where every seat is in a fully private room. It uses smokeless roasters, so you can relax in comfort without worrying about smoke or smells.

You can enjoy high-quality cuts of kuroge wagyu (Japanese Black Wagyu) in a calm setting, making this a great place for business entertainment or group dining.

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The signature Tatami Negi Tan Shio is a bold dish that lets you enjoy the whole tongue, from tanmoto (base of the tongue) to the tip, in a single slice.

It is covered with a generous layer of sweet negi (green onion) paste, then the staff grills it to just the right doneness. Diners say the juicy flavor of the tongue and the fresh sweetness of the negi fill your mouth beautifully.

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The signature menu item "Today's Clay Pot Rice (foie gras and truffle)" fills the air with a rich, luxurious aroma the moment the Clay Pot is opened.

The rich flavor of the foie gras soaks into every grain of rice, and the shaved truffle added at the end brings out the aroma even more. It is known for its deep, memorable taste.

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A 4-minute walk from Osaka Metro Tennoji Station. This specialty restaurant buys a whole head of Oita Wagyu (Wagyu from Oita Prefecture), so you can enjoy many different cuts.

The chic interior, done in black tones, has counter seats, table seating, and Private room seating, creating a space that feels both clean and lively. It is a great fit for dates or meals with friends.

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The signature "Jo Outside skirt (sauce)" has an excellent balance of lean meat and fat, with outstanding tenderness. Another draw is the house-made sauce, made without garlic, which lets you enjoy it with a clean, light taste.

It also goes well with salt and wasabi, and gets high praise as a dish that brings out the rich flavor unique to Bungo-gyu (Bungo beef).

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The popular "niku-zushi (meat sushi)" is a well-reviewed menu item, loved for the fun live performance of meat being seared right in front of you and rolled up with oba (perilla leaf) and sushi rice.

You can enjoy its melt-in-your-mouth texture and savory aroma, and it looks gorgeous too. Some reviews even said it was so good they wanted to eat as many pieces as possible!

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A 2-minute walk from Osaka Metro Higashi-Umeda Station. This Yakiniku restaurant offers All you can eat Wagyu and Korean food.

The interior has a lively neon-lit feel and a fun, bustling atmosphere. With Semi-private room seating, counter seats, and table seating, it works for a wide range of occasions.

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The Most Popular "Special Course" is an All you can eat plan with more than 110 items, including Wagyu.

People are also talking about the presentation that starts with an assortment of meat served in a duralumin case. It includes high quality cuts such as Beef Tongue and kalbi (Korean-style short rib), and when enjoyed with wasabi, the meat is said to have a rich flavor that melts in your mouth.

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The "Gang Outside skirt" on the All you can eat menu is an A5 rank steak that is large, tender, and very satisfying to eat.

You can also enjoy changing up the flavor by combining different condiments. It goes great with the rice served for it, making it a highly satisfying dish.

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A 1-minute walk from Osaka Metro Higashi-Umeda Station. This Yakiniku restaurant is known for serving A5-ranked female Asukaza-gyu (Asukaza beef) with premium natural salt.

At this place, the staff carefully grills each slice of the Special rare cuts one by one. The calm atmosphere makes it a great fit for dates or a Special night.

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The "Gokujo Outside skirt" and "Gokujo Kurotan Negi-maki" are popular menu items, with many reviews saying these are must-order dishes when you visit this restaurant.

The Outside skirt is thick cut, with rich flavor that overflows along with the aroma of charcoal grilling, while the kurotan (black beef tongue) gets high marks for the great balance of savory aroma and texture that comes from wrapping it around naganegi (long green onion) and lightly grilling it.

The style of eating them with natural salt is said to bring out the sweetness of the high quality meat even more.

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Of course, the Yakiniku menu is a draw, but this "6 Kinds of Hiyayakko (cold tofu) Kimchi" also gets great reviews as a perfect snack to go with drinks.

People say it is a good deal because you can try small portions of the kimchi items that are also offered A la carte. Reviews also mention that the unusual lineup is a plus, with items like asari (clams) Chanja and renkon (lotus root) kimchi.

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A 5-minute walk from Osaka Metro Umeda Station. Gyujiro is a Yakiniku restaurant that makes the most of being run directly by a meat wholesaler, sourcing only female A5-ranked kurokegyu (Japanese Black Wagyu).

The clean and modern interior, finished with white wood, also has Private room seating, so you can enjoy high-quality flavors in a relaxed setting.

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The "Gyujiro assortment" is an assortment that lets you enjoy small portions of high quality cuts such as kalbi (Korean-style short rib), Sirloin cap, and thick cut Outside skirt.

With a well balanced selection ranging from rich kalbi to Outside skirt, every cut is tender and packed with flavor. Thanks to the freshness and high quality that only a directly operated restaurant can offer, it is known as a highly satisfying plate.

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The "Toro Niku Rice bowl San Shimai" is a luxurious set featuring three bowls: a low-temperature cooked rare beef Rice bowl, a steak Rice bowl topped with uni (sea urchin), and a beef Rice bowl with hotate (scallop) and ikura (salmon roe).

They are small and easy to share, with a bright and eye-catching look. The mix of tender meat and fresh seafood is not just photo worthy, but also said to taste great.

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Just a 2-minute walk from JR Osaka Station, this Yakiniku restaurant buys whole Kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black beef) cattle from production regions across Japan and offers everything from standard cuts to rare ones.

The spacious interior has fully private rooms and Sunken kotatsu seating, making it ideal for families and couples. The location is convenient and the place is always lively, so reservations are recommended.

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The "Premium Outside skirt Lunch" is a very filling set that comes with premium Outside skirt, salted tongue, and chicken.

The tender and juicy Outside skirt is well seasoned, and with free refills of rice and soup, it gets great reviews for being very satisfying.

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The "Obanyaki Suki Strip loin" is a luxurious dish of thinly sliced, marbled Strip loin lightly seared and eaten with egg yolk.

It gets high praise for its melt-in-your-mouth tenderness and rich flavor. With its bold look and refined taste, it is a menu item you will definitely want to try when you visit.

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"Yakiniku no Dendo Kiyomizu Hall" is a 7-minute walk from JR Osaka Station. This Yakiniku restaurant lets you enjoy high-quality Wagyu in a wide range of cuts.

It is well reviewed for its strong ventilation system, which helps keep smells from clinging to your clothes. The spacious interior has counter seats and large tables, so you can relax and take your time in a calm atmosphere.

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Kiyomizu Steak is the restaurant's signature dish, boldly grilled right in front of you by the staff.

Its tender texture and the melting richness of the fat leave a strong impression, and it is very filling. It is known as a dish so tasty that it goes perfectly with rice.

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The specialty Rare Roast Yukhoe is loved for its melt-in-your-mouth texture and rich flavor. Mixed with egg yolk and the house special sauce, it is said to be so tasty that it goes perfectly with rice.

With its smooth mouthfeel and bold assortment, this popular dish gets rave reviews online.

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Just a 2-minute walk from JR Kitashinchi Station, Wagyu Matsushita Ginshotei is a Yakiniku restaurant in Osaka's entertainment district.

It serves Special A5-rank kuroge wagyu (Japanese Black beef) carefully selected from across Japan, including Kobe, Matsusaka, and Omi, and every seat is in a fully private room. It is well known as a place where you can enjoy a Special moment in a private setting.

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The “Gokujo Rosu (Top-Grade Loin)” and “Outside skirt” are loved for their tender, juicy flavor. The loin in particular has just the right amount of fat and is said to melt in your mouth the moment you take a bite.

The beautiful presentation and careful cutting also stand out, making this a popular plate that lets you fully enjoy the skill of the restaurant.

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The "Matsusaka-gyu (Matsusaka beef) Chateaubriand" is a luxurious dish, slowly grilled over Kishu Binchotan (Kishu white charcoal).

It is cooked to a perfect medium rare, letting you enjoy its rich, refined flavor. Eating it with wasabi or wine salt brings out its sweetness.