If you want to savor wagyu beef in Japan, you should go to a teppanyaki restaurant where everything is prepared on an iron griddle. You will find plenty of them in Ginza, the gourmet capital of Tokyo. Here is a list of restaurants specializing in wagyu teppanyaki dishes that are both tasty and beautifully arranged.
1. Wolfgang's Steakhouse Teppan
This new brand, built on the expertise and philosophy nurtured at Wolfgang's Steakhouse, is designed with global expansion in mind. Offering three 'CHEF'S TABLE' themed courses, guests can enjoy the dynamic teppanyaki experience firsthand. In the private rooms, a la carte menu items that Wolfgang's Steakhouse takes pride in, like prime steak cooked at 900 degrees, are served. The brand offers an up-close culinary experience catered to global tastes.
Wolfgang's Steakhouse Teppan
Open:
11:30 am - 11:00 pm (last order 10:30 pm)Closed:
IrregularAverage price:
[Dinner] 30,000 JPY / [Lunch] 15,000 JPYMore Details Reservation
2. Ginkuma Saryo
We place the utmost emphasis on providing the best Japanese cuisine and service in exclusive Ginza. Ginkuma Saryo is very confident in the meat it serves. The Sendai meat that was purchased is premium Japanese beef with the greatest marbling, texture, and fat content. Providing excellent customer service starts the minute someone decides to eat at Ginkuma Saryo, and that this focus should never waver. When you have a special occasion that calls for a meal, such as entertaining clients or celebrating an occasion, don't hesitate to call us!
Ginkuma Saryo
Open:
[Weekdays, Saturday, Sunday, and Day before national holiday] 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O.10:00 pm)Closed:
Sunday, National HolidaysAverage price:
[Dinner] 13,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,200 JPYAccess:
3 minutes walk from Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Ginza Station C2 and C3 exits.Address:
7F Nishi Ginza Bldg., 6-3-11 Ginza , Chuo-ku, Tokyo MapMore Details Reservation
3. Teppanyaki Ginmeisui GINZA
The chef of this top-class restaurant was trained at famed hotels in Japan and abroad and boasts 28 years of experience in the art of teppanyaki cuisine. Ginmeisui GINZA specializes in steaks of A5-rank premium Kuroge Wagyu with a focus on Kobe beef. Especially recommended is the [Premium Kuroge Wagyu Fillet Steak] (8,000 JPY plus tax, 100g). The perfect balance of meat and fat results in a deeply-rich umami flavor and texture so tender, it melts in your mouth. Plus, the restaurant’s carefully-selected Japanese liquors like junmaishu (sake with no added alcohol or sugar) and junmai daiginjo (high-grade sake) pair amazingly with the meat!
Teppanyaki Ginmeisui GINZA
Open:
Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)Closed:
-Average price:
[Dinner] 18,000 JPY / [Lunch] 7,000 JPYAccess:
5 minutes walk from A2 Exit of Ginza Station on Tokyo Metro Ginza Line / Marunouchi Line / Hibiya Line, or 5 minutes walk from Shimbashi Station on JR and Subway LinesAddress:
8F, GINZA GREEN, 7-8-7, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo MapMore Details Reservation
4. Osaka Teppanyaki Tetsujyu
Tetsujyu offers a delightful combination of Kobe Beef, A4-grade Black Wagyu steak, and Osaka's famous Okonomiyaki, all cooked on the teppanyaki grill. With the concept of "casually enjoying delicious food in small portions," this restaurant in Ginza provides lunch and dinner at affordable prices. Their course menus allow you to choose the cuts and portion sizes of the meat. Both lunch and dinner menus feature seasonal ingredients that change monthly. One of the highlights is the selection of wines curated by a sommelier. Not only do they pair well with the dishes, but they also offer reasonably priced wines.
Osaka Teppanyaki Tetsujyu
Open:
Lunch 11:00 am - 4:00 pm (L.O. 3:00 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)Closed:
NoneAverage price:
[Dinner] 7,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,000 JPYAccess:
2-minute walk from Exit C2 or C3 of Ginza Station. Go out the exit, and it is right there, on 11F of the Tokyu Plaza Ginza Bldg.2-minute walk from Ginza Station on the Tokyo Metro Line.Address: 11F Tokyu Plaza Ginza, 5-2-1 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
11F, Tokyu Plaza Ginza, 5-2-1, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo MapMore Details Reservation
5. Japanese Yakiniku Hasegawa
[Japanese Yakiniku Hasegawa] serves a new style of yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) which satisfies even the gourmets in Ginza. Actively working at this renowned restaurant are chefs from various kinds of cuisines, including Japanese. We serve yakiniku with carefully cut highest-grade Japanese black beef. Enjoy with salt mixed with kelp powder, wasabi, and a Japanese-style dipping sauce with a mild taste to bring out the original taste of meat. We also serve other ultimate dishes, such as yakiniku with a broth, sliced meat grilled on a wire mesh grill, and hand-formed sushi topped with Japanese beef. You will be surprised and impressed with our dishes created by the skillful techniques of professional chefs. Also enjoy our wide variety of alcohol, such as wine carefully-selected by our sommelier and various shochu and sake (Japanese alcohols) brands which go well with our cuisine. Our sophisticated restaurant has private rooms ideal for entertaining your important clients or business meals. Please visit us with someone important.
Nihon Yakiniku Hasegawa Ginza Main Branch
Open:
[Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 4:00 pm / [Weekdays, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm) / [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Dinner 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm)Closed:
IrregularAverage price:
[Dinner] 12,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,500 JPYAccess:
3-minute walk from C2 Exit of Tokyo Metro Ginza Station / 4-minute walk from A0 Exit of Tokyo Metro Hibiya StationAddress:
2F, Ginza 646 Bldg., 6-4-6, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo MapMore Details Reservation
6. Osaka Teppanyaki Tetsuju
Tetsuju is a teppanyaki restaurant in Ginza offering Kobe beef, Japanese Black Wagyu A4-ranked steak, and the Osaka specialty okonomiyaki. With the concept of "freely enjoying delicious foods bit by bit," guests can choose the type and quantity of meat in their course meals. Both lunch and dinner courses feature monthly seasonal ingredients. The sommelier-selected wines complement the food and are affordably priced. The restaurant's chic atmosphere, with jazz music and views of the Ginza district, offers differing experiences day and night.
Osaka Teppanyaki Tetsuju
Open:
Lunch 11:00 am - 4:00 pm (L.O. 3:00 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)Closed:
NoneAverage price:
[Dinner] 7,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,000 JPYAccess:
2-minute walk from Exit C2 or C3 of Ginza Station. Go out the exit, and it is right there, on 11F of the Tokyu Plaza Ginza Bldg.Address:
11F, Tokyu Plaza Ginza, 5-2-1, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo MapMore Details Reservation
7. Yurakucho Kotegaeshi
This restaurant offers a unique self-cooking experience where customers grill their own okonomiyaki and monjayaki at the table. With a grilling guide and recipe video, anyone can make delicious meals. The staff is always ready to assist, and the restaurant uses domestic cabbage, high-purity "first-grade flour," and a special okonomiyaki sauce for perfect results. The Tsukiji Monjayaki uses top-quality ingredients from Maruju, a Tsukiji fish wholesaler with over 160 years of history. The rich dashi broth is a blend of Japanese seabream, dried bonito flakes, scallops, and chicken broth.
Yurakucho Kotegaeshi
Open:
11:00 am - 10:30 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm) Drink L.O. 9:30 pmClosed:
NoneAccess:
1-minute walk from Yurakucho Station on the Keihin Tohoku LineAddress:
2F, Itocia Plaza, 2-7-1, Yurakucho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo MapMore Details Reservation
8. Yamato Ryori Tsukiji Ihachi Main Branch
Tsukiji Ihachi Main Branch, located in Japan's kitchen, Tsukiji, offers Yamato Ryori, a cuisine that surpasses traditional Japanese food using premium Tsukiji ingredients. Signature dishes include the A5 Wagyu Sirloin Steak and Seared King Crab with Butter Topping. The never-frozen A5 Wagyu is grilled, and the king crab legs are seared with rich butter. The contrast between the restaurant's casual location in bustling Tsukiji and the exquisite cuisine is surprising. Multilingual services in English, Chinese, and Korean are available. Open 24 hours, it offers delicious Japanese cuisine anytime.
Yamato Ryori Tsukiji Ihachi Main Branch
Open:
12:00 am - 12:00 am (open 24 hours)Closed:
NoneAverage price:
[Dinner] 8,000 JPYAccess:
3-minute walk from Tsukijishijo Station Exit A1. Located along Namiyoke-dori Street of Tsukiji Outer Market.Address:
4-10-10, Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo MapMore Details Reservation
9. Ginza Creston Hotel Teppanyaki Hanayama
Guests at this restaurant enjoy a front-row view of chefs crafting exquisite meals from carefully selected ingredients, all against a breathtaking backdrop from 120 meters above ground. This distinctive dining experience, brimming with umami flavors, leaves a lasting impression. The combination of culinary prowess and unique ambiance creates memorable moments. The restaurant is a destination its patrons are proud to introduce to international visitors, promising a truly unforgettable dining experience.
Ginza Creston Hotel Teppanyaki Hanayama
Open:
Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (last order 9:00 pm) / Lunch 11:30 am - 2:30 pm (last order 2:30 pm)Closed:
NoneAverage price:
[Dinner] 15,000 JPYMore Details Reservation We hope that you've enjoyed this presentation of Ginza’s wagyu restaurants. Why not visit the area and savor high-class teppanyaki cuisine in style and elegance?
Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.