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[Hyogo Prefecture] Want to enjoy Teppan-yaki! 20 picks including restaurants in Kobe City

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[Hyogo Prefecture] Want to enjoy Teppan-yaki! 20 picks including restaurants in Kobe City

Hyogo Prefecture is an area blessed with tourist spots, centered around Kobe, a city full of international charm. It also has a great food scene, with many standout Teppan-yaki restaurants in particular. In this article, we have rounded up recommended Teppan-yaki restaurants by area, both inside and outside Kobe City, where you can enjoy Kobe beef and other kinds of beef as well as fresh seafood.

Created: July 21, 2026

This article is based on2,828Tabelog reviews.

[Hyogo Prefecture] Popular restaurants for Teppan-yaki in Kobe City

Kobe Plaisir Honten

This is a Teppan-yaki restaurant inside Hotel the b Kobe. It is run by JA Zen-Noh Hyogo and follows a local farm-to-table style, using meat and vegetables from Hyogo Prefecture.

In addition to counter seats facing the iron griddle, the restaurant also has Private rooms and a dessert salon.

The "Kobe beef" steak served Teppan-yaki is said to stand out for its melt-in-your-mouth texture and sweetness. It also pairs perfectly with wine and Japanese sake.

In addition, the seafood Teppan-yaki and garlic rice also seem to be high quality.

If you make a reservation, you can also enjoy seiro-mushi (steamed in a bamboo basket) and shabu-shabu (Japanese hotpot). Centered on fresh seasonal ingredients, it is popular with health-conscious diners for its colorful selection of vegetables.

When you wrap the vegetables in beef and eat them, the rich flavor fills your mouth.

ぶちクン

The meat is carefully grilled on a piping hot Teppan-yaki iron plate, with a nicely browned surface and a juicy inside. When you cut into it, juices spill out from the cross section that still has a faint pink center, and with one bite, its melt-in-your-mouth tenderness and rich flavor spread across your palate.

Source:ぶちクン's review

naachan0317

The vegetables were also very good, and the fresh salad and the vegetables served with the steak had a nice sweetness, making it a very Manzoku lunch. The meat was also so tender and tasty that it seemed to melt the moment I put it in my mouth.

Source:naachan0317's review

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Teppan-yaki Shin

This is a Teppan-yaki restaurant inside Hotel La Suite Kobe Harborland in Chuo Ward, Kobe.

At the counter seats, you can enjoy your meal while looking out over the ocean view. In addition, Private rooms are also available for a relaxed dining experience.

The steaks use Hyogo Prefecture brand wagyu (Japanese beef), including Kobe beef. The careful cooking and delicate seasoning bring out the best in the ingredients.

The vegetables served alongside them also come fresh from the production region, mainly organically grown.

The chef personally visits production regions such as the Seto Inland Sea and the Sea of Japan to choose the seafood with care. Along with popular items like shrimp and awabi (abalone), you may also get to eat Akashi-dako (Akashi octopus), a specialty of Hyogo.

The ingredients cooked on the Teppan-yaki are said to be served beautifully plated, as shown in the photo.

山下智子

Every à la carte dish is delicious and beautifully presented, and the desserts in particular have a bright, art-like look. And the star of the meal, the meat, was even better than expected. I was fully Manzoku with both the quality and quantity, and with several kinds of seasoning available, I enjoyed it to the very end without getting tired of it.

Source:山下智子's review

はるんこ520

The view from your seat, the performance on the Teppan-yaki grill, and the conversation all come together to create a lovely, comfortable space. Ah, I want to come again! This is the kind of place that makes you feel that way.

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Teppan-yaki Sogo

This Teppan-yaki restaurant sits between the sightseeing areas of Sannomiya and Kitanozaka. It is located on the basement level of the building and has a hideaway feel.

There are only 11 seats in total in this compact space, and all of them are counter seats where you can enjoy watching the cooking.

The restaurant mainly serves course meals. The main steak is said to use carefully selected and aged female beef.

The doneness is said to be spot on, and with a full range of seasonings such as uni soy sauce, charcoal salt, and truffle salt, it is so easy to finish even a generous portion of meat.

If you order a course meal, they serve a variety of dishes between the meat courses, so you can enjoy the meal without getting tired of it.

The colorful salad assortment and delicately plated seafood dishes are all said to be well received.

The Kobe beef Teppan-yaki was truly outstanding. The meat was tender and juicy, and cooked to perfection. It had a melt-in-your-mouth texture, with refined umami spreading across the palate. The chef’s skill was also impressive, and just watching the cooking process was enjoyable.

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眩々@兵庫大阪多め

They served the seafood beautifully arranged in an assortment with different sauces, and even the meat came in two rounds with vegetables in between, so I could enjoy it all without getting bored. I also got to have the luxurious experience of eating the meat with uni (sea urchin) soy sauce…!

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Steak House Medium Rare

This Teppan-yaki restaurant is on the 17th floor of Oriental Hotel. It has window seats with an ocean view and a very upscale feel.

You can also book a celebration course that comes with Charlotte cake, and many people seem to visit on Special occasions.

You can enjoy high quality Teppan-yaki featuring premium beef such as Kobe beef and plump lobster.

Not only are the ingredients excellent, but they also pay close attention to every detail, from the perfect cooking to seasonings that bring out the umami.

The photo shows tofu that is said to be packed with the rich taste of soybeans. It also pairs well with uni (sea urchin) and ikura (salmon roe).

They also offer dishes that make good use of Japanese touches, including "foie gras sushi" and original menu items made with ingredients sourced around Hyogo Prefecture.

RYOちゃんSSS

Every dish is carefully grilled right in front of you and tastes amazing, and I was especially impressed by the tenderness and rich flavor of Kobe beef! Everything I tried was delicious! The staff were also wonderfully attentive, and I was able to spend a Special time that felt perfect for a special occasion.

Source:RYOちゃんSSS's review

てっちゃーーん

The dishes look beautiful, the ingredients come with a story thanks to the focus on production region and quality, and the Special farm to table grilled vegetables let you choose 3 out of 6 kinds, so there is fun in choosing too, and it is the best!!

Source:てっちゃーーん's review

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Steak House Oriental (Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel)

This Teppan-yaki restaurant is on the 14th floor of Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel, a Kobe landmark.

One of its charms is the lovely ocean view. Depending on your seat, you can also see the Ferris wheel, making it a great place to spend a romantic time.

You can enjoy steaks made with high quality meat, centered on Kobe beef. The meat is tender with a mild sweetness, and it pairs well with a wide range of condiments.

All seats are counter seats facing the Teppan-yaki grill, which means you can enjoy the popular flambé performance from any seat.

They also have a great selection of high-end seafood ingredients such as ise-ebi (spiny lobster) and awabi (abalone). Just like the meat, they cook it to the perfect doneness, bringing out the best of each ingredient.

Depending on the season, you can also enjoy hamo (pike conger), a fish loved in western Japan, prepared in the rare style of Teppan-yaki.

S.Y Nのグルメ日記

A nice point is that by pairing it with various yakumi (condiments) and sauces, you can enjoy a different flavor in every bite. It had no stringy texture, and with just the right springiness and tenderness, it was a steak with excellent meat quality!

Source:S.Y Nのグルメ日記's review

LeSserafim

The steak eaten in this amazing location was very good, and the service was full of hospitality. Personally, I really liked the Teppan-yaki pike conger.

Source:LeSserafim's review

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Bifuteki no Kawamura Sannomiya Honten

A Teppan-yaki restaurant on the north side of Sannomiya Station. All seats, including the Private rooms, face the teppan grill. Many people also visit for family celebrations.

Despite its upscale setting, with brick walls and furnishings that give it a sense of class, it is said to have an atmosphere that is easy to enjoy even with children.

This restaurant is so particular about Kobe beef that the owner-chef personally inspects it. The carefully selected meat is said to offer a high level of flavor, with rich umami and a great balance of fat and lean meat.

A popular service here is that they place the grilled meat on bread so it does not burn.

The seafood steaks made with fresh seafood are also popular. You can also order Akashi-san (from Akashi) wild octopus, a Hyogo specialty.

The katsu tennen kuro-awabi (live wild black abalone) and live kuruma ebi (Japanese tiger prawn), taken from the fish tank and cooked to order, are said to taste great and have an appealing texture.

dce4ec

The kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black beef) grilled right in front of us was a superb dish that felt like one of the best moments in life. It was like a jewel box of kuroge Wagyu, with the rich fat spreading more and more across the palate with every bite. They also grilled the vegetables slowly and with great care, and every one of them was sweet and delicious!

Source:dce4ec's review

N4o

We visited for the first time to celebrate our wedding. They showed us to a Private room in the back, and we really enjoyed the meal. I was also happy that they were so kind to our 0-year-old daughter!

Source:N4o's review

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Steakhouse Hide

A Teppan-yaki restaurant in Nishi-ku, Kobe-shi (Kobe City). It is a little way from central Kobe, but many people visit for the high quality food.

The restaurant has an elegant atmosphere and is said to be a great choice for meals on special occasions and celebrations.

The steaks made with Kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black beef), including Kobe beef, are popular for the flambe performance during cooking.

The meat is tender, and it also pairs perfectly with the generous topping of garlic chips.

The restaurant's specialty is said to be the "Original Tofu Steak." Including the sauce poured over it, it has a great reputation for being very tasty.

They also have a good selection of vegetables such as Manganji tōgarashi (Manganji peppers) and zucchini, making it a lineup that would likely appeal to people looking for healthier options.

ココナッツラヴ

The performance while they grilled the food was wonderful, and it kept us laughing the whole time❣️The food was also delicious, and we had a really great time as a family.

Source:ココナッツラヴ's review

肉寿司焼鳥パスタ中華

• Kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black beef) filet steak
This is really the best part of Teppan-yaki. The flame-filled performance can't help but make you smile, and the moment you take a bite, the tenderness and rich flavor spread across your palate.

Source:肉寿司焼鳥パスタ中華's review

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Waguro Shinkobe Ten

This Teppan-yaki restaurant is on the 3rd floor of the commercial complex Kotonohako Kobe near Shin-Kobe, a Shinkansen stop in Hyogo. Its chic and refined atmosphere is well liked.

There are 30 seats in total, all at the counter, so no matter where you sit, you can enjoy watching the ingredients being grilled while savoring the course meal.

Among the branded Tajima-gyu (Tajima beef), you can fully enjoy Kobe Beef, a Kuroge Wagyu that meets strict standards.

The careful grilling, with a light seared finish, is said to bring out the meat's rich flavor. People also praise the pairing with a range of seasonings such as Wakokufu tare (house style sauce), coarse salt, and black pepper.

The non-meat Teppan-yaki menu is also said to be high quality.

In addition to satisfying awabi (abalone) and kuruma ebi (Japanese tiger prawns), you can also order items like garlic rice, which is said to have sweetness and a nice toasty aroma.

ba3068

As expected of Kobe beef, the food was great! There is nothing to complain about when it comes to the taste! Since it is cooked right in front of you on the Teppan-yaki grill, the atmosphere is nice too, and lunch was the best while watching the chef at work♪

Source:ba3068's review

毎日外食グルメ豚さん

I asked for the meat to be cooked medium rare. They nicely sear the fatty and sinewy parts. You can enjoy the meat with coarse salt, black pepper, mustard soy sauce, and ponzu sauce. As expected from Kobe beef, it is tender and packed with flavor.

Source:毎日外食グルメ豚さん's review

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Kobe Beef Steak Ishida. Honten

This Teppan-yaki restaurant is on the third floor of a building near Sannomiya Station. All seats, including the Private room, are counter seats where you can dine while watching the food being cooked on the teppan.

The calm atmosphere and the attentive service from the staff are part of its appeal, and guests say they can enjoy a very comfortable time here.

You can enjoy beef dishes made only with Kobe gyu (Kobe beef) sourced from contracted farmers in Hyogo Prefecture. The cooking styles are varied too, including steak, roast beef, and meat sushi.

From rich marbled cuts that melt in your mouth to tender lean cuts packed with flavor, every part is said to be delicious.

The non-meat menu items are also said to be high quality. They offer a wide range of choices, including fresh vegetables with a nice natural sweetness, aka-konnyaku (red konjac), a local specialty, and luxurious seafood.

On top of that, the desserts are also high quality, and some people even say they taste like they came from a sweets shop.

ryxhj304

The style of having it grilled right in front of you on the Teppan-yaki first makes a great visual impression, and of course the Kobe beef steak prepared there was outstanding. It was so tender it practically melted in my mouth, and it was absolutely delicious.

Source:ryxhj304's review

a090cd

The service is also very good, and the staff are friendly and attentive. They carefully explain the dishes and give recommendations, so even first time visitors can enjoy their meal with ease.

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Kobe Beef Daichi

This Teppan-yaki restaurant is located in the Motomachi area, one of Hyogo's most popular sightseeing spots. In addition to meat, you can also order seafood and vegetable dishes.

There are as many as 52 counter seats in total where you can watch the cooking, and the place is said to draw a lively crowd.

This restaurant serves only Kobe beef. Because they buy whole cattle, you can also order rare cuts.

They offer cuts that are well suited for steak, as well as beef whose quality has been recognized at judging competitions, so you can enjoy its high quality flavor.

In addition to the main steak, you can also enjoy tasty dishes made with Kobe beef.

Menu items that mix in Japanese flavors, such as "Kobe beef steak sushi" and "sukiyaki-style rice," are well liked.

おーくまん♪

The restaurant is packed with customers and has a lively atmosphere. The nikuzushi (meat sushi) that came out first won me over right away! The steaks, Tenderloin and roast, are tender and delicious♪

Source:おーくまん♪'s review

toostyles9

All seats are at the counter in front of the Teppan-yaki grill, and certified grill chefs cook for you. They are incredibly skilled〜! They also tell you the best way to eat each dish, so I thought this was a very good place for first time visitors.

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Kobe Entrecote

This Teppan-yaki restaurant sits midway between the Sannomiya and Kitano areas. All seats are at the counter, so you can enjoy your meal while watching the cooking.

It has a fairly casual feel that makes it easy for families to visit, while also offering block counter seats that are recommended for business dinners.

In addition to Kobe beef steaks chosen for quality and freshness, the menu offers classic Teppan-yaki dishes including seafood such as shrimp and abalone.

You can also order original dishes such as garlic rice served with dashi chazuke (rice in broth).

The popular flambé performance right in front of you comes with the "Teppan-yaki Ice Cream" served as the final course.

The aroma of brandy and caramel pairs nicely with the tartness of the pineapple hidden underneath.

ゅぽ

The meat used was Kobe beef, and it had great marbling and tasted really good. It paired well with the salt and wasabi served on the side. They grilled it right in front of us, which made it very exciting to watch. The tofu steak was also easy to eat.

Source:ゅぽ's review

xxx,a,xxx

That day, the meal ended with a fire dessert, featuring a presentation where flames rose from pineapple and ice cream. The dessert was much better than expected, with a light caramel flavor that I really liked.

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Kobe Beef Steak Sai Dining

This Teppan-yaki restaurant is a 4-minute walk from Motomachi Station East Exit. It has a classy feel while still being relaxing. You basically enjoy your meal at the counter seats, where the live cooking adds to the experience.

Along with steak, they also serve a wide range of meat dishes such as yaki-shabu (lightly grilled thin-sliced beef) and roast beef.

The Teppan-yaki made with Kobe beef, Hyogo’s proud branded meat, is also popular for the performance during grilling. The chef’s movements are said to be both beautiful and dynamic.

The meat is tender, with an irresistible contrast between the savory sear on the outside and the rich flavor inside.

They also seem to be particular about ingredients other than meat. You can also order vegetables selected by a yasai sommelier (vegetable expert) and fresh fish delivered directly from the market.

They also offer high end ingredients such as omar ebi (lobster), iki-awabi (live abalone), and foie gras, making it a great fit for a meal on a Special day.

acm.2163

I visited because I had heard the performance when grilling the meat was amazing, and that was absolutely true it was beautiful. The food was also very delicious, and I could not stop eating.

Source:acm.2163's review

かずま23526

They cooked everything right in front of us on the Teppan-yaki grill in real time. From the Appetizers to the soup, the lobster was plump and springy, and the sukiyaki-style meat was sweet and delicious.

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Kitano BURN

This is a Teppan-yaki restaurant along Pearl Street in Kobe. The interior has even won the "Kobe Design Award," and the place is said to have a refined atmosphere.

The menu also has many stylish dishes, making it a good choice when you want to enjoy a lively mood for a date or a meal with friends.

You can enjoy steaks made with Kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black beef), centered on Tajima-gyu (Tajima beef). In addition to rare cuts such as Sirloin cap and Chateaubriand, you can also order (Each) cuts of "Kobe Special beef."

All meat dishes come with grilled vegetables, and the colorful assortment is part of the appeal.

The restaurant offers a wide range of creative Teppan-yaki dishes that blend Japanese and Western elements, but the especially popular item is the "cheese-yaki," made with a light and airy batter. You can choose your topping from 9 cheeses from around the world.

When you eat it with olive oil and black pepper, it is said to pair perfectly with wine.

ゆゆみ6068

I enjoyed Kobe beef while watching it being cooked right in front of me! The seasonings included salt, sauce, and garlic, and it came with grilled vegetables on the side. It was really delicious even eaten just as it was.

Source:ゆゆみ6068's review

22snow22

The grilled cheese is really delicious. It goes perfectly with wine, and each cheese tastes completely different, so you can enjoy comparing them.

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Teppan-yaki Kitano

This Teppan-yaki restaurant is on the 5th floor of ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe. Its nearest station is Shin-Kobe Station, a stop on the Shinkansen, so it is also popular with travelers.

The seating is all at the counter, so you can enjoy your meal while watching the food being prepared.

Steaks made with high quality kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black beef) are popular here. They are said to be cooked to bring out a melt in your mouth texture and rich flavor.

You can also order Kobe beef, which is perfect when you want to treat yourself, and they also offer a tasting course comparing Strip loin and filet.

Another feature of this restaurant is its wide selection of dishes made with fresh seafood.

Besides awabi (abalone) and seasonal fish prepared Teppan-yaki, you can also enjoy ozukuri (sashimi). Each dish is said to come in a delicate and elegant assortment.

miigoro5656

The moderate springiness and overflowing juices are just what you would expect from Kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black Wagyu)! The chef’s knife skills are amazing too, and I couldn’t stop watching〜♡For great meat, salt really is best, isn’t it♬It really brings out the sweetness of the fat, and it’s excellent☆彡

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matsu60877

The steamed abalone made with local sake is very tender, and when you eat it with Awajishima moshio (seaweed salt from Awaji Island), the ocean flavor really opens up in your mouth. And the abalone liver coated in garlic soy sauce is incredibly good.

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Steak House Kagura Sannomiya Ten

This is a Teppan-yaki restaurant on the 7th floor of Progress Kobe, a building in the Sannomiya area. Along with high quality meat, you can also enjoy premium seafood such as Ise ebi (spiny lobster) and awabi (abalone).

Beyond the food, the restaurant offers plenty to enjoy, including the service and performance, and many people visit for special occasions and celebrations.

What you can enjoy here is Kobe beef, raised on a pesticide-free farm. It is said to have a delicate, silky texture.

Among the dishes, the steak is especially popular for the flashy flambé performance, with flames rising at the finish.

The desserts are also said to be high quality. You can order not only items made with seasonal fruit, but also a surprise cake that is perfect for celebrations.

You can also order a message plate.

n&y0529

They had a course where you could compare Kobe beef and Wagyu, along with various other courses, and everything was very good. They also did a flambé right in front of us, and the chef's handling of the salt and pepper was great to watch.

Source:n&y0529's review

なつ91692

I visited for a special occasion, and the Teppan-yaki performance was fun too. Maybe because I had told them it was a special occasion, they took a photo for me and even printed it before I left!

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Kobe Beef Steak Sen

This Teppan-yaki restaurant is near Sannomiya Station. It is on the third floor of a building, and its hideaway-like setting is part of the appeal.

Not only is the food good, but the quick service and atmosphere also get high marks, making it a comfortable place to spend time.

The "Kobe beef steak" is ordered by choosing the cut and portion size. It also comes with vegetables, so it is said to be very satisfying.

There are many kinds, including rare cuts, but if you tell the staff your preferred flavor and texture, they will carefully recommend one for you.

Course meals that start with lightly seared tataki and meat sushi made with Kobe beef are also popular.

The soup and salad are also high quality, making this a great fit for all kinds of occasions, from a little treat to a meal for a Special day.

sea70

The meal started with lightly seared meat tataki, followed by Strip loin and roast cuts cooked to my preferred doneness, and everything tasted great. I had a counter seat, but there was no oil splatter, and I enjoyed both the conversation and the pace at which the food was served.

Source:sea70's review

ままもち

I was really grateful for the careful advice on both selecting the meat and how to cook it, which let me enjoy the meat at its very best.

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Garaku

A Teppan-yaki restaurant along Kitanozaka. The building that houses the restaurant has glass walls up to the second floor, creating a space known for its open feel and stylish look.

All seats are at the counter, and it gets high marks for letting you enjoy the live cooking action no matter where you sit.

They use a Japanese-Western fusion approach to cooking that brings out the best flavor of each ingredient. In addition to the classic Wagyu, you can also enjoy Teppan-yaki dishes made with a wide range of ingredients such as foie gras and fukahire (shark fin).

Another highlight is their careful choice of seasonings, including Domestic wasabi and Andes salt.

The menu items other than meat and seafood are also popular for being tasty. The photo shows garlic rice.

After frying the rice, they shape it into a square on the Teppan-yaki and make it nicely crisp. They also serve meat sushi lightly seared right in front of you and fragrant soup.

Ai Nishiuma

We shared a kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black Wagyu) fillet steak and a Kobe beef loin steak. Kobe beef has a low fat melting point, so it tastes lighter than its rich appearance suggests. Its full aroma spreads across your mouth.

Source:Ai Nishiuma's review

もっちんちんちん

This steakhouse has an upscale feel. From seafood to Wagyu, every dish is beautifully presented and delicious. The tableware is beautiful too. It seems the counter on the second floor can be reserved for a small group, so it should work well for families too.

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[Hyogo Prefecture] Popular Teppan-yaki Restaurants Outside Kobe City

New Matsuzaka Nishinomiya Kitaguchi Ten

This Teppan-yaki restaurant is on the south side of Nishinomiya-Kitaguchi Station. It has a homey yet relaxed atmosphere, with counter and table seating available.

In addition to full dinner courses, they also offer casual lunches and short courses.

You can enjoy steaks made with a range of meats, from relatively easy-to-order Australian beef to Kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black Wagyu) for a more luxurious meal.

It is not just the meat that tastes great here, the yakumi (condiments) also get high praise. There is a wide variety, and each one is said to be high quality.

The Hamburger Steak at lunchtime is popular as an easy way to enjoy good quality meat. The Hamburger Steak is soft and juicy.

It is made with a patty of Japanese Black Wagyu and slowly steamed, and it also pairs well with the bean sprouts on the side.

The seafood, including shrimp and scallops, was delicious, and the main Australian steak also had a great flavor. I was also happy that I could eat every dish with chopsticks. Even the final dessert and coffee were good, and at this price, this level of Manzoku.

Source:https://tabelog.com/en/hyogo/A2803/A280301/28067614/dtlrvwlst/B515655431/

ゆにこーん725

The yakumi (condiments) arranged on the plate were beautiful and delicious, and I was very Manzoku! Of course, the meat was also really good, but the fresh green pepper was especially tasty!

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Steak House Ookubo Harima Honten

This is a Teppan-yaki restaurant in Harima-cho, Kako-gun, Hyogo Prefecture. The retro brick interior stands out, and the space is said to have a warm feel.

There is only counter seating throughout, which is another draw since you can watch the cooking from any seat.

The Wagyu steak is popular not just for its taste but also for the flambe performance.

The freshly grilled meat, packed with rich flavor, is served lined up on top of thinly sliced shokupan (Japanese milk bread). The bread soaks up the meat juices and is said to be very tasty as well.

For the finishing menu, you can choose rice or bread. If you order bread, they will warm it on the Teppan-yaki together with the meat.

You can also upgrade it to garlic toast, and the aroma of garlic plus the crisp outside and juicy texture are said to really whet your appetite.

U1Risa

I think the real appeal of Teppan-yaki is the live feeling of having the food cooked right in front of you. The power of the flames during the flambé is amazing. The beautiful here (fillet) and Strip loin are both melt-in-your-mouth tender, and the meat’s own flavor is outstanding.

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Ka87ai

They grill the steak right in front of you. The meat is placed on top of a slice of shokupan (Japanese milk bread), which soaks up just the right amount of fat and makes the richness just right.

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Teppan-yaki Ginnan

This Teppan-yaki restaurant is located on the second floor of Hotel Nikko Himeji. The nearest station is Himeji Station, which is also served by the Shinkansen, so access is convenient.

In a space that feels upscale yet relaxing, you can enjoy a wide variety of dishes.

Of course, in addition to Wagyu steaks, a classic of Teppan-yaki, they also seem to put a lot of effort into their seafood menu.

At dinner time, they also offer seafood-focused courses featuring items like omar ebi (lobster) and awabi (abalone).

The garnishes and side dishes also have a great reputation for being very good.

They offer a high quality lineup, including sweet vegetables and garlic rice that you somehow keep eating even when you are already full.

食い道楽珍遊記

The Teppan-yaki meat is very tender, and you can enjoy it in lots of different ways, so it is both tasty and fun. It goes great with wasabi, salt, and garlic chips, and every one of them tastes good with it.

Source:食い道楽珍遊記's review

噂のグルメ大魔王

It had been a while since I last went to a place that cooks right in front of you on a Teppan-yaki grill, and it really felt like a luxury. Even I, who do not usually eat many vegetables, could happily keep eating them when they were prepared Teppan-yaki style.

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