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Update-date: Nov 01 2024

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13 Extremely Popular Sukiyaki Restaurants in Tokyo

There are so many restaurants offering meat dishes in Tokyo, but a much-loved classic of Japanese cuisine is, without a doubt, sukiyaki (hot pot stew). It is a delicacy consisting of beef seasoned with shoyu (soy sauce), which gives it a sweet and salty flavor. Here is a selection of 13 extremely popular sukiyaki restaurants in Tokyo that you'll want to visit at least once!

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1. ShabuZen Ginza Creston Hotel branch(Ginza)

15 Extremely Popular Sukiyaki Restaurants in Tokyo

Superb view and night view of Tokyo from 120m above the ground. And enjoy the high-quality taste unique to a shabu-shabu and sukiyaki specialty store. As a shabu-shabu specialty restaurant, not only the quality and taste, but also the selection of cuts suitable for shabu-shabu and the presentation of the meat are all served with confidence by skilled chefs. In addition, [Shabuzen Ginza Creston Hotel Branch] boasts sesame sauce and ponzu sauce, which are prepared using a unique method using several ingredients to bring out the flavors of the meat and vegetables. The carefully selected beef is dipped in a pot and dipped in the specialty sesame sauce.

Shabuzen Ginza Creston Hotel Branch

Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O.9:00 pm) / Lunch 11:30 am - 2:30 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 7,000 JPY
Access: From Exit 3 or 4 of Tsukiji Station, go straight down the street to the right of Denny's. The small tower to the right of St. Luke's Towers. It's on the 32nd floor of the Ginza Creston Hotel
Address: 32F, St. Luke's Garden Ginza Creston Hotel, 8 Akashi-cho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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2. Ginza Shabutsu

The restaurant firmly believes that taste is paramount. They have successfully made shabu-shabu accessible to a wider audience by offering it at a reasonable price without compromising on quality. This groundbreaking initiative has gained recognition within and outside the restaurant industry, allowing more people to savor the delights of shabu-shabu. Carefully selected ingredients contribute to the notable difference in quality and flavor. With options like duck, beef, pork, chicken, lamb, and seasonal vegetables, the restaurant's diverse selection sets it apart. Both the exceptional ingredient quality and the extensive choices make this establishment truly unique.

Ginza Shabutsu

Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O.9:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Ginza Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Marunouchi Line, and Hibiya Line
Address: B1F, Torishige Bldg., 6-9-15, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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3. Takiniku Meijin Wagyu Maru Ebisu Branch

Indulge in the exquisite flavors of "Meijin Wagyu," renowned for its leaner texture and elevated oleic acid content, at Takikiniku Meijin Wagyu Maru. Their specialty, "Takikiniku," elevates the beef's succulence further by combining it with 21 varieties of vegetables in a delectable marinate sauce. Each slice of "Meijin Wagyu" is meticulously cooked until it achieves a beautiful rosé hue, ensuring a perfect blend of flavors. With its serene ambiance and private room options, predominantly featuring table seating, it's an ideal setting for gatherings ranging from intimate dates to lively girls' parties and refined business engagements.

Takiniku Meijin Wagyu Maru Ebisu Branch

Open: [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm (L.O. 3:00 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:30 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 6,500 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from the West Exit of Ebisu Station on the JR Yamanote Line / It's located just before the Ebisu Shrine
Address: 1F, Fujiwara Bldg. Anex, 1-10-11, Ebisu-nishi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

4. Shabu-shabu Sukiyaki Unagi Yoshino

Guests can savor the exquisite flavors of Kobe beef and premium Japanese beef at Unagi Yoshino's shabu-shabu and sukiyaki courses. They also offer meticulously crafted courses featuring the finest Japanese eel. The weekday lunch specials, such as the tai-chazuke set and sukiyaki set featuring Japanese black beef, are particularly popular among diners. For business meetings and gatherings, private rooms are available to ensure privacy and comfort. It's an opportunity for guests to experience the pinnacle of Japanese culinary excellence.

Shabu-shabu Sukiyaki Unagi Yoshino

Open: Shabu-shabu and Sukiyaki Lunch 11:00 am - 5:00 pm (L.O.4:00 pm), Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00pm) / Koridokoro Mikasa, Eel Specialty Restaurant Ikaruga 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Closed: -
Average price: [Dinner] 9,999 JPY / [Lunch] 2,999 JPY
Access: 62m away from Ginza Station
Address: 3F, Mikasakaikan Honten, 5-5-17, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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5. Hitori Shabu Shabu Nanadaime Matsugoro

Hitori Shabu Shabu Nanadaime Matsugoro, conveniently located just a 3-minute stroll from Akasaka Station, invites guests to indulge in the finest A4 and A5 grade matured Japanese Black Wagyu beef within its open, bright, and inviting ambiance. Only the most tender female beef is meticulously sliced right before the diners' eyes. The house-made ponzu vinegar, crafted over two and a half years, adds a delightful tang to the meat and vegetables. Families are warmly welcomed, with provisions made for baby strollers, allowing everyone to relish in the shabu-shabu experience together.

Hitori Shabu Shabu Nanadaime Matsugoro

Open: 11:30 am - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
Access: 3 minutes walk from Akasaka Station on the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, 3 minutes walk from Akasaka-mitsuke Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line and Marunouchi Line
Address: 1F, BestWestern Hotel Fino Tokyo Akasaka, 3-7-12, Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo Map
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6. Okubo

Nestled on the 6th floor, Okubo, a serene oasis just a short stroll from Ginza Station, beckons discerning diners with its refined kaiseki courses featuring tempura. Helmed by a seasoned chef with international experience, each dish is meticulously curated to offer a culinary masterpiece. From succulent "Big Tiger Prawn" tempura to meticulously prepared shark fin tempura, every ingredient is selected with care. The intimate setting, boasting counter seating and two private rooms, exudes tranquility, ideal for business engagements or special gatherings. Indulge in sukiyaki or shabu-shabu courses while savoring a fine selection of sake, making Okubo the perfect choice for memorable occasions.

Okubo

Open: [Monday-Friday] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) / Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 7:30 pm)
Closed: Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 45,000 JPY / [Lunch] 9,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Exit C3 on the Ginza Line. It's on the 6th floor of the KN Building, right next to the Ginza Nishi 6-chome intersection.
Address: 6F, KN Bldg., 6-4-12, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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7. Sukiyaki Jyuniten

Sukiyaki Jyuniten, named after the highest grade of beef, A5 rank, Grade 12 (Jyuni), specializes in exquisite Wagyu cuisine meticulously selected by experts. From signature Sukiyaki to Shabu-shabu, Oil Grilled, and Beefsteak, guests can relish their preferred cut and cooking method. The menu also offers a variety of a la carte dishes like "Wagyu Beef Sashimi." Indulge in a luxurious dining experience complemented by fine sake, surrounded by a traditional Japanese ambiance. With private rooms and table seating, the restaurant caters to diverse occasions, from casual dinners to business gatherings and special celebrations.

Sukiyaki Jyuniten

Open: [Monday - Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / [Monday - Saturday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm) / [Sunday, National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Marunouchi South Exit of Tokyo Station / 5-minute walk from International Forum Exit of Yurakucho Station / 3-minute walk from Exit 3 of Nijubashimae Station
Address: 3F, Brick Square, 2-6-1, Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo Map
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8. Mutenka Yakiniku FOODLAB Tsukiji

Mutenka Yakiniku FOODLAB Tsukiji offers a luxurious dining experience centered around premium Japanese black beef and natural wines. Located on the second floor of a charming natural café, this additive-free barbecue restaurant focuses on using carefully selected black Japanese beef from across Japan, emphasizing additive-free and fermented dishes for a gentle dining experience. Indulge in exclusive courses like the "Beef Tongue Carpet Shabu-shabu" and "Kuroge Wagyu Sukiyaki Sirloin with Akagi Yokei Farm Eggs," all served in a stylish monotone interior with options for table seating or private rooms.

Mutenka Yakiniku FOODLAB Tsukiji

Open: [Monday-Saturday, Day Before National Holidays] 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm) / [Sunday, National Holidays] 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY
Access: 6-minute walk from Exit 1 of Tsukiji Station on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line
Address: 2F, Ishikawa Bldg., 6-13-9, Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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9. Kaiseki Mita Basara Bettei

An outgrowth of the original Mita Basara restaurant is the Kaiseki Mita Basara Bettei restaurant. The original restaurant's specialty dish, tomato sukiyaki, has received three consecutive Michelin 1 Star awards. Other unusual delicacies are available in the Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) restaurant, like freshly prepared "rice in an earthenware pot." An expression from the Nanboku-cho era known as "basara" signifies "breaking free from convention." With this in mind, the restaurant's Japanese chef created set meals that you may eat in the posh Roppongi neighborhood, that blend flavors from numerous cuisines.

Kaiseki Mita Basara Bettei

Open: Lunch 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm (with the last entry accepted at 1:00 pm) Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (with the last entry accepted at 8:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 20,000 JPY
Access: 187m from Roppongi Station
Address: 7-17-2, Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo Map
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10. Gazan Garden

We are a restaurant that falls into the higher level price band and, because of this, customers make a great many different requests of us. We make sure that we are able to respond to those requests flexibly and with plans that can be revised. We believe that satisfying customers in this way is a secret to ensuring that they will come back again and again.

Gazan Garden

Open: [Weekdays] Lunch 11:30-14:30 (last order 14:00) Dinner 17:30-00:00 (last order 23:00) [Saturday, Holidays] Dinner 17:00-23:00 (last order22:00)
Closed: Sundays
Average price: [Dinner] 12,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: Tokyo Metro Namboku Line, Roppongi Ichichome Station. Exit from the number 2 exit and turn left. Cross over and go left at the Iikura katamachi intersection.
Address: Ikura Hills 2F, Azabudai 3-5-5, Minato, Tokyo Map
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11. Moritaya Tokyo Marunouchi Branch (Tokyo)

9. Moritaya Tokyo Marunouchi Branch (Tokyo)

This historical restaurant was founded in the Meiji era (1868 - 1912) in Kyoto, and this is their Kanto region branch. As they manage their own farm, and thus take full responsibility of their products - from the breeding, all the way up to preparation - the quality of the beef that they serve is incredibly high. There are 4 different sukiyaki courses, such as the [Take (7,000 JPY)] where A5 rank Kuroge Wagyu - mainly sourced from Kyoto and Kyushu, and carefully selected to make sure they're the best cuts of the day - is served Kansai-style. You're going to love this delicacy that can't easily be found in Tokyo: Kansai-style sukiyaki, where the meat is cooked with sugar and shoyu instead of warishita.

Moritaya Tokyo Marunouchi Branch

Open: [Weekdays, Saturday] Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm), Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
[Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm), Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 8:30 pm)
Closed: None *Based on Marunouchi Building's closing days
Average price: [Dinner] 12,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,500 JPY
Address: 35F, Marunouchi Bldg., 2-4-1, Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo Map
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12. Kyobashi Basara

Kyobashi Basara is a restaurant that combines traditional Japanese cuisine with a modern touch. With the concept of "Basara=as you like it," they offer a diverse menu of Japanese dishes. Highlights include the popular "Tomato Sukiyaki," which adds a tangy twist, and the visually stunning "Fubako Hassun" resembling a jewelry box. Expertly prepared sukiyaki, skillful griddle cooking, and seasonal flavors are all part of the Basara experience. It's a restaurant where tradition meets innovation, providing an exceptional culinary journey.

Kyobashi Basara

Open: [Weekdays, Saturday] Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) [Weekdays] Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 8:30 pm) [Saturday] Dinner 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm)
Closed: Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPY
Access: Directly connected to the building (Kyobashi Station on the Tokyo Metro Line, Exit 3 of the ticket gate toward Meijiya), 7 minutes walk from Yaesu South Exit of Tokyo Station on each line
Address: 1F, Tokyo Square Garden, 3-1, Kyobashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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13. Shabuzen Roppongi Branch

Shabuzen Roppongi Branch is renowned for its extensive selection of premium Japanese beef and seasonal delicacies. Their all-you-can-eat specials have been a beloved feature since the restaurant's inception. The chef takes pride in meticulously choosing only the finest beef, including Matsusaka beef and Japanese Black Wagyu beef. Guests can indulge in various cuts of meat, ranging from succulent ribeye to lean options. To guarantee freshness, the restaurant prepares its secret sesame sauce and ponzu vinegar daily. The accompanying vegetables are sourced from domestic farmers across Japan, ensuring the highest quality.

Shabuzen Roppongi Branch

Open: [Monday - Saturday] Dinner 4:00 pm - 11:30 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm) [Sunday] Dinner 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm) / Lunch 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: 5 minute walk from Exit 3 of Roppongi Station on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line / Toei Oedo Line, 6 minute walk from Roppongi-itchome Station on the Namboku Line
Address: B1F, Aoba Roppongi Bldg., 3-16-33, Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo Map
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