The top 5 high-quality wagyu yakiniku restaurants to visit in Tokyo

Update-date: Feb 04 2025
Author: SAVOR JAPAN
The top 5 high-quality wagyu yakiniku restaurants to visit in Tokyo

Many people may agree that when visiting Japan, they cannot miss out on wagyu barbecue. Wagyu is praised for its tenderness and well-balanced marbling, qualities that are not found in beef from outside Japan, making it a popular luxury ingredient even overseas. The barbecue restaurants introduced here are all sophisticated establishments in Tokyo where one can enjoy high-quality wagyu not only in barbecue but also in sushi and other dishes.

Korean Kitchen Bettei Shibuya

Korean Kitchen Bettei Shibuya
The Korean Kitchen Bettei Shibuya, located a 5-minute walk from Shibuya Station, is a restaurant where one can indulge in Japan's pride, "Kobe Beef" and "Yamagata Beef." The "Kobe Beef 300g Assortment" showcases high-quality fat and flavor, allowing diners to experience true quality. The "Yamagata Beef Assortment," made possible by purchasing the whole cow, offers a taste of various rare cuts and carefully selected lean meat.
5 Must-Visit Yakiniku Restaurants in Tokyo to Indulge in Premium Wagyu in a Sophisticated Space
The stylish restaurant has a total of 140 seats, featuring counter seats in an open kitchen where guests can closely observe the craftsmanship, as well as private rooms with different interior designs in each room. The private rooms are also available for use in a variety of situations. It is a recommended restaurant where guests can enjoy a wide selection of drinks, including world-renowned Japanese whiskey and carefully selected sake.

Han no Daidokoro Bettei Shibuya Branch

Open: [Weekdays, Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:30 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm), [Monday - Thursday, Sunday, National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm), [Friday, Saturday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Shibuya Station on each line. *There is Family Mart on the first floor of the building.
Address: 7F, Dogenzaka center Bldg., 2-29-8, Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

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Yakiniku Hachiyama Beef

Selected black wagyu beef at a hidden yakiniku restaurant in Shibuya, Dogenzaka.
Yakiniku Hachiyama Gyu, located a 6-minute walk from Shibuya Station, is a restaurant situated in the upscale area of Shibuya Dogenzaka. It offers carefully selected A5 grade high-quality black wagyu beef through various courses and à la carte dishes. The recommended 'Wagyu Silk Loin Aburi Sushi' is a grilled sushi made from a part of the black wagyu that can only be obtained in very small quantities from one cow. It provides a melting sensation in the mouth. It provides a melting sensation in the mouth.
5 Must-Visit Yakiniku Restaurants in Tokyo to Indulge in Premium Wagyu in a Sophisticated Space
The interior is a stylish designer space. In addition to counter and table seats, there are semi-private rooms and large rooms, as well as sunken kotatsu that can be used according to the number of people, making it suitable for various occasions. It is also a highlight that all-you-can-eat and all-you-can-drink options are available with same-day reservations. Enjoy high-quality black wagyu beef selected by a yakiniku professional in a hidden atmosphere.

Yakiniku Hazangyu

Open: [Monday - Friday] Dinner 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm), [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Dinner 3:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: 6-minute walk from Shibuya Station on JR Line / 1-minute walk from Shibuya Station on Inokashira Line / 276m from Shinsen Station
Address: B1F, VORT Shibuya Dogenzaka, 1-18-5, Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

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Charcoal Grilling Workshop Suzaku Gate

If one wants to savor the essence of high-quality wagyu yakiniku in an elegant and tranquil space!
Located a 7-minute walk from Shirokanedai Station, the charcoal-grilled restaurant Suzakumon offers a refined and calm atmosphere. Here, carefully selected wagyu is slowly grilled over charcoal to achieve a fragrant and rich flavor. The 'Kakuyaki Series,' where high-quality meat is hand-cut in the restaurant, allows guests to enjoy thick cuts of tongue and short rib with a steak-like experience. The incredibly tender and juicy 'Phantom Tongue Salt' is also a must-try dish.
Five Must-Visit Yakiniku Restaurants in Tokyo to Indulge in High-Quality Wagyu in a Sophisticated Space
The restaurant features a simple yet luxurious interior. In addition to stylish decor and spacious table seating, it also offers fully private rooms that prioritize a sense of privacy. During the day, the natural light streaming in through the large windows creates a bright and comfortable atmosphere. This is a recommended spot where one can fully enjoy high-quality wagyu yakiniku while being enveloped in the rich aroma of charcoal in a sophisticated space.

Sumiyakikoubou Suzakumon

Open: [Monday, Tuesday, Thursday-Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY
Access: 7-minute walk from Shirokanedai Station on the Toei Mita Line and Namboku Line. Press 202 at the intercom on the first floor.
Address: 2F, Nissou 27 Shirokanedai Bldg., 5-6-9, Shirokanedai, Minato-ku, Tokyo

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Nimanjin

High-quality meat dishes in a hidden space away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Enjoy high-quality meat dishes in a stylish and tranquil hidden space.
Imajin, located a 10-minute walk from Hiroo Station, is a hidden gem of a restaurant specializing in grilled meat. Guests can enjoy a menu that exclusively uses carefully selected A5 rank female beef. The 'Niku Sushi' made with the popular brand rice, Uonuma Koshihikari, is a must-order dish. The 'Niku Sushi' made with the popular brand rice, Uonuma Koshihikari, is a must-order dish. Each bite offers a deep umami flavor and tenderness. Each bite offers a deep umami flavor and tenderness. The 'Today's Three Types of Meat Platter,' featuring a selection of recommended lean meats of the day, allows guests to fully enjoy the original flavors of the meat.
5 Must-Visit Yakiniku Restaurants in Tokyo to Indulge in Premium Wagyu in a Sophisticated Space
The chic interior and spacious atmosphere feature a design that beautifully blends modern and natural elements. In addition to table and counter seating, private rooms are also available. There is a pleasant terrace seating area where guests can feel the breeze and enjoy their meals in a relaxed setting. A wide selection of wines that pair perfectly with exquisite grilled meat is also available, allowing guests to savor rare wines at reasonable prices.

Imajin

Open: [Tuesday-Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am  (L.O. 10:45 pm), Drink L.O. 11:30 pm
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 7,000 JPY
Access: From Hiro-o Station Exit 2, go south on Tokyo Metropolitan Road 418. It's on the right side after passing two intersections. 15-minute walk from Ebisu Station and Shirokanedai Station Exit 1.
Address: 1F, WATOREI Shirokane, 6-23-3, Shirokane, Minato-ku, Tokyo

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Rikyu Shinjuku Island Tower

Enjoy carefully selected black wagyu beef and domestic offal at a quiet hideaway in Nishi-Shinjuku.
Rikyu, located on the basement floor of Shinjuku Island Tower near the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, is a restaurant where one can enjoy a variety of rare cuts of black wagyu beef sourced from a single head. The recommended dish is the 'Black Wagyu Three-Point Platter,' which allows diners to taste the three popular cuts: kalbi, chukotsu kalbi, and jo kalbi all at once. The domestic offal, which is carefully selected from across the country, is also a must-try menu item.
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The restaurant's interior offers a calm atmosphere that allows guests to enjoy a luxurious escape from the hustle and bustle of the bustling metropolis of Shinjuku. It features table seating, round dugout seating, and private rooms. While exuding a sense of luxury, the hospitality is warm and welcoming, making it an attractive place that values its guests.

Rikyu Shinjuku Island Tower

Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm), [Monday-Thursday, Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm), [Friday] Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from Nishi-shinjuku Station on Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line, 3-minute walk from Tochomae Station on Toei Oedo Line, 8-minute walk from West Exit of Shinjuku Station on JR Line
Address: B1F, Shinjuku Island Tower, 6-5-1, Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo

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This article was written by AI Translation.
Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.

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Update-date: Feb 04 2025
Author: SAVOR JAPAN

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