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Update-Date: Aug 12, 2025

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10 Yakiniku Restaurants to Check Out in Okinawa

If you are visiting Okinawa, you definitely don’t want to miss out on yakiniku (Japanese BBQ). In this article, we will introduce the top 10 yakiniku restaurants in Okinawa. From local brand-name beef and pork, to the rare Wagyu beef cuts that are hard to find anywhere else, this lineup of popular restaurants has it all.

1. Wagyu Yakiniku Nobu-chan

The restaurant serves only female cattle from the rare Daikoku-Sengyu brand, carefully selected nationwide from Kuroge Wagyu. Guests enjoy tender, lean meat with moist texture, fine fibers, and refined fat umami. Cattle aged 28 to 32 months are chosen by individual ID numbers, with strict checks on feeding and fattening conditions. Recommended cuts include fillet, sirloin, oyster blade, and the exceptional outside skirt steak. Side dishes feature kimchi exclusively from Okinawa’s famous Yamaya store.

Wagyu Yakiniku Nobu-chan

Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY
Access: Cross Kumoji Intersection, then turn right at the first street on Matsuyama-dori. It's about 80 meters straight ahead on your left.
Address: Room 2-C, 2F, Shiki Bldg., 1-8-15, Matsuyama, Naha-shi, Okinawa Map
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2. Yakiniku Orion Nouren Plaza Branch

Yakiniku Orion Nouren Plaza Branch cuisine

Yakiniku Orion, located on the second floor of Nouren Plaza in Naha, Okinawa, offers premium Ishigaki and Misaki Beef. Their all-you-can-eat course features A4 and A5-ranked meats, perfect for satisfying cravings. Guests can add an all-you-can-drink plan with various beverages, ideal for girls' nights or banquets. With counter and table seating accommodating groups of all sizes, it suits everyday meals and tourists alike. Enjoy a memorable yakiniku experience in this lively location.

Yakiniku Orion Nouren Plaza Branch

Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm / Dinner 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 5,500 JPY / [Lunch] 2,500 JPY
Access: 10-minute walk from Makishi Station on the Okinawa Urban Monorail
Address: 2F, Nouren Plaza, 2-3-1, Higawa, Naha-shi, Okinawa Map
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3. Kuroge Wagyu Senmonten Nikuya Fumitsuki

Kuroge Wagyu Senmonten Nikuya Fumitsuki cuisine

Nikuya Fumitsuki, an Okinawa restaurant specializing in Japanese black beef, offers a select menu of prefectural Wagyu at affordable prices. Enjoy popular and rare cuts, ideal for banquets and women's gatherings. Their "1500 yen Bero Menu" includes three drinks and a food choice, perfect for daily use. The open atmosphere welcomes first-timers, with tatami seating for up to 15 people and counter seating suitable for individuals or families. Offering unique Okinawan liquors like Awamori, it's perfect for tourists or locals. Despite its convenient Kokusai-dori location, prices remain reasonable, making it easily accessible.

Kuroge Wagyu Senmonten Nikuya Fumitsuki

Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 1:00 am (L.O. 12:00 am)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Don Quijote on Kokusai-dori Shopping Street. Across from Kokusai-dori Shopping Street Yataimura.
Address: 3-9-9, Makishi, Naha-shi, Okinawa Map
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4. YAKINIKU FUKUGYU

American Village is a stylish area with an overseas town vibe. YAKINIKU FUKUGYU offers rare Miyakojima Daifuku Beef, raised on select feed in rich natural surroundings. Perfect for anniversaries, their courses feature top cuts like chateaubriand and fillet. The “Five Star Set A5 Daifuku Beef Assortment” showcases the full flavor of this premium beef. They also offer wines and awamori that pair well with the meat. Ideal for dates, birthdays, or family meals, it satisfies both appetite and heart.

YAKINIKU FUKUGYU

Open: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm) Reservations are available. It will be automatically canceled if you are more than 10 minutes late for your reservation without prior contact.
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY
Access: 40 minutes by car from Naha Airport. Approximately a 5-minute walk from the Kuwae bus stop.
Address: 2F, Depot Island Bldg.E, American Village, 9-1, Mihama, Chatan-cho, Nakagami-gun, Okinawa Map
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5. Yakiniku RIKIO

Specializing in local meats, including Ishigaki Beef, RIKIO represents a genuine yakiniku dining experience. It features a diverse menu of meats such as Golden Agu Pork and Yambaru Young Chicken. Highlights include the delectably tender "Chateaubriand" and the rare "Tied Beef Tongue" served with a unique green onion sauce. Nestled in the American Village, the relaxed RIKIO draws both tourists and local regulars. It's a family-friendly venue, where children are warmly welcomed. To ensure a seamless experience, orders are taken via tablet devices. RIKIO caters to a variety of events, from casual dates to special anniversaries.

Yakiniku RIKIO

Open: [Monday, Tuesday, Thursday-Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 7,999 JPY
Access: 8.4 km from Tedako-Uranishi Station on the Yui Rail / 4-minute walk from 'Mihama american village-kitaguchi' stop on Ryukyu Bus Chubu Line
Address: 2F, Distortion Fashion Bldg., 9-19, Mihama, Chatan-cho, Nakagami-gun, Okinawa Map
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6. Wagyu Yakiniku Horumon Aigo

Wagyu Yakiniku Horumon Aigo, a hidden gem in Ishigaki, Okinawa, is a yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) restaurant renowned for its Japanese Black Beef. The seasoned chef meticulously inspects Ishigaki and Misaki beef, the island's two famed brands, only serving the finest cuts. Highlights include the "Aigo Bulk Red Meat," grilled to capture the meat's essence, and the "Thick-cut Beef Tongue," a rarity procured through exclusive channels. It's a favorite among locals and tourists alike, offering table and counter seating with smokeless roasters, perfect for business meetings, dates, or family dinners.

Wagyu Yakiniku Horumon Aigo

Open: [Monday - Wednesday, Friday - Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm-10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: Thursday
Average price: [Dinner] 8,999 JPY
Access: Within walking distance from Ishigaki Island's city center
Address: TAMA Bldg. II, 278, Okawa, Ishigaki-shi, Okinawa Map
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7. Briand - Fillet specialty restaurant - Charcoal Grilled Black Japanese Beef

4. Briand - Fillet specialty restaurant - Charcoal Grilled Black Japanese Beef

Located on Kokusai-dori Street, this yakiniku restaurant prides itself on serving top-quality lean cuts, including A5-grade domestic black wagyu fillet and Chateaubriand, charcoal-grilled to perfection. They offer course menus featuring 200g, 300g, or 400g meat portions, along with a modestly sized course suitable for those preferring smaller servings. Their tender meat can be effortlessly sliced with a fork. Complimentary salad, soup, rice, and kimchi refills, followed by a dessert, complete the meal. The restaurant, with all-private dining rooms, provides an intimate ambiance, perfect for dates or parties. VIP rooms with separate entrances and a selection of five major chateau wines cater to special occasions like client dinners.

Briand - Fillet specialty restaurant - Charcoal Grilled Black Japanese Beef

Open: Dinner 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY
Access: 3miutes walk from the Starbucks located on Kokusai-dori Street
Address: 1F, Shinkawa Bldg., 1-4-43, Makishi, Naha-shi, Okinawa Map
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8. Mahoroba Teppan Okinawa

Mahoroba Teppan Okinawa is a teppanyaki restaurant that celebrates Okinawan ingredients. The chef's recommended courses include the rare "Ishigaki Beef Course" featuring A5-rank beef, and the "Anniversary Course" perfect for celebrations. The menu also boasts a variety of a la carte dishes and drinks, and meal-enders. The must-try "Rossini-style Foie Gras and Aged Meat" reflects the chef's experience in French cuisine. The restaurant sources in-season vegetables directly from local farmers. With counter, private, and table seating, it offers a serene space for anniversaries, business dinners, and other occasions.

Mahoroba Teppan Okinawa

Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 3:00 am (L.O. 2:00 am) *Courses are available until 12:00 am
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY
Access: 372m from Miebashi Station
Address: 2-10-13, Matsuyama, Naha-shi, Okinawa Map
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9. Miyazaki Beef Restaurant NAHA MIYACHIKU

7. Miyazaki Beef Restaurant NAHA MIYACHIKU

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NAHA MIYACHIKU is a restaurant specializing in dishes made from the carefully selected "Miyazaki beef," a four-time champion at Japan's Wagyu Olympics (Zenkyo). Managed directly by the Miyachiku Corporation, it offers a premium dining experience at reasonable prices. The restaurant's sophisticated layout includes counter-seats and private rooms with teppan griddles, allowing diners to watch as Miyazaki beef and fresh seafood are transformed into exquisite dishes. Ideal for visitors to Okinawa, both domestic and international, it exemplifies Japan's food culture and hospitality, making it perfect for special occasions and business entertainment.

Miyazaki Beef Restaurant NAHA MIYACHIKU

Open: [Tuesday-Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 13,000 JPY / [Lunch] 7,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Prefectural Office Station on Yui Rail
Address: 1F, Ryukyu Hoso Kaikan, 2-3-1, Kumoji, Naha-shi, Okinawa Map
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10. Ryukyu Yakiniku NAKAMA

When you think of Okinawan brand-name meats, Agu pork and Ishigaki beef often come into mind. Agu pork is more marbled than regular pork, and has a flavor that melts in your mouth. Ishigaki beef also has a melt-in-your-mouth feeling and is not too fatty, making it easy to eat. If you’d like to try both of these Okinawan brand-name meats, we recommend the Ishigaki Beef & Agu Pork Course (6,200 JPY (plus tax)). You can also enjoy appetizers, fried foods, and local vegetables here.

Ryukyu Yakiniku NAKAMA

Open: 17:00 - 00:00 (last order 23:00)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY
Access: Exit Okinawa Highway at the Kyoda Interchange. 7 minutes by car from Kyoda Interchange along National Route 58.
Address: 2247-1 Aza Nakama , Onnason, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa Map
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11. Gyuton Gassen

Gyuton Gassen purchases their brand-name beef and pork whole, which is what allows them to offer not just around 100 cuts of top-quality meat, but also rare cuts of meat that you often don't see in Japan. For anyone who would like to try a variety of different cuts, we recommend the Ishigaki Misaki Beef, Domestic Beef & Red Pork Platter (from 3,800 JPY). The restaurant overlooks the seaside west of Onna Village, providing a nice view to complement the yakiniku. In the evening, depending on the weather, you might be able to witness a spectacular sunset. The scenery is too beautiful to capture in a photograph.

Gyuton Gassen Brand Gyu Agu Buta Ittogai Nikuryori Senmonten

Open: [Monday, Tuesday, Thursday - Sunday, Day Before Natinal Holidays, Natinal Holidays] 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm). We apologize for the inconvenience, but we will be closed from December 24th to January 7th.
Closed: Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
Access: 10 minutes by car from the Ishikawa Interchange. Proceed toward Nakadomari on Prefectural Route 73 to National Route 58. Proceed west and we will be on your right.
Address: 583-1 Nakadomari, Onna, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa Map
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12. Ishigaki Beef Charcoal-Grilled Yakiniku - Yamamoto

6. Ishigaki Beef Charcoal-Grilled Yakiniku - Yamamoto

Who says yakiniku must be expensive? Here, you can get Okinawan Ishigaki beef at low prices. The restaurant’s most popular item is the Yaki Shabu (1,900 JPY (plus tax)), which uses top loin. Quickly broil the meat until it just starts to change colour, then wrap it around slices of onion and dip it in ponzu (citrus-seasoned soy sauce). The sourness of the ponzu perfectly complements the umami of the Ishigaki beef to create a masterful delight.

Ishigaki Beef Charcoal-Grilled Yakiniku - Yamamoto

Open: [Monday, Tuesday, Thursday - Sunday, National Holidays, Day before National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - (until meat supplies last)
Closed: Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
Access: 10 minutes walk from the bus terminal
Address: 2-5-18 Hamasaki-cho, Ishigaki, Okinawa Map
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