Update-date: Nov 07 2024
Wagyu, offal, pork, and chicken. Delicious meat dishes are always a popular choice. This time, if one visits Nagasaki, they have picked out five restaurants where one absolutely must try meat dishes. Each restaurant has its own unique approach to sourcing, cooking methods, and finishing touches, making their meat menus a must-try. There are no misses at any of these restaurants!
Urakami [Motsunabe Heiwaya]
Savoring high-quality motsunabe and fresh seafood
Heiwa-ya, located a 12-minute walk from Urakami Station, offers a hearty specialty, 'motsunabe,' along with fresh seafood unique to Nagasaki. The 'motsunabe' uses domestic A4 grade black-haired wagyu offal, and the key to its flavor is the broth that enhances the umami of the offal. There is also a variety of additional menu items, including gyoza and vegetables.
The restaurant is marked by a large wooden sign with the name prominently displayed and a clean white noren. Inside, there are counter seats perfect for solo diners and couples, as well as table seating. The cozy space, with a total of 12 seats, has a homey atmosphere where guests can relax and enjoy the restaurant's specialty, motsunabe, and seafood.
Motsunabe Heiwaya
Open: Dinner 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY
Access: 4-minute walk from Nagasaki Electric Railway "Daigaku Byoin Mae" Station
Address: 10-23, Hamaguchi-machi, Nagasaki-shi, Nagasaki
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY
Access: 4-minute walk from Nagasaki Electric Railway "Daigaku Byoin Mae" Station
Address: 10-23, Hamaguchi-machi, Nagasaki-shi, Nagasaki
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Shianbashi [Osakaya Hamacho Store]
Top-class Japanese black wagyu at a long-established yakiniku restaurant.
Located just a one-minute walk from Shianbashi Station, Osaka-ya Hamacho is a long-established yakiniku restaurant with over half a century of history. It is dedicated exclusively to top-class Japanese black wagyu, specifically A5 rank BMS 11 or higher. The restaurant also takes pride in its commitment to Nagasaki-grown vegetables and premium rice, showcasing its attention to quality beyond just meat. The variety of side dishes is also noteworthy.
The restaurant is located in the center of Nagasaki, in Hamacho, making it easy to stop by during sightseeing. Guests enter through a simple and stylish entrance. In the waiting room, they can see signatures of famous people who have visited, as well as numerous award plaques. The seating includes sunken kotatsu-style tables and private rooms, allowing for a relaxed time.
Osakaya Hamanomachi Branch
Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY
Access: From Shianbashi Tram Stop, take the Kajiyamachi Street and walk for about 1 minute / Located on the first floor of the white building facing the Seven-Eleven
Address: 1F, Wada Bldg., 11-11, Hamanomachi, Nagasaki-shi, Nagasaki
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY
Access: From Shianbashi Tram Stop, take the Kajiyamachi Street and walk for about 1 minute / Located on the first floor of the white building facing the Seven-Eleven
Address: 1F, Wada Bldg., 11-11, Hamanomachi, Nagasaki-shi, Nagasaki
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3. Oura Cathedral
Savor the diverse Western cuisine of Nagasaki.
The main dining area of "ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Nagasaki Glover Hill" located on the hills of Minamiyamate in Nagasaki is a popular restaurant loved by both locals and travelers. During the day, it offers a lunch buffet, while in the evening, it features seasonal dinner courses, allowing guests to enjoy Nagasaki's local cuisine and a variety of Western dishes a la carte at both lunch and dinner. For those who want to enjoy meat, the "Nagasaki Prefecture Beef Dinner" is recommended. The main dish, "Nagasaki Prefecture Beef Loin Poêlé with Japanese-style Sauce," is a delicacy characterized by its elegant flavor and fine texture.
Additionally, the restaurant offers a variety of Nagasaki sake and non-alcoholic cocktails, making it suitable for various occasions such as anniversaries, dates, and family meals. How about enjoying a collaboration of Western cuisine and local dishes at the restaurant located at the foot of Nanzan Hill?
Restaurant Pavé
Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 2:30 pm / Dinner 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 7,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,000 JPY
Access: Get off at Oura Tenshudo stop on Nagasaki Electric Tramway Route 5 Ishibashi Line. It's on 2F of ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Nagasaki Glover Hill.
Address: 1-18, Minamiyamate-machi, Nagasaki-shi, Nagasaki
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 7,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,000 JPY
Access: Get off at Oura Tenshudo stop on Nagasaki Electric Tramway Route 5 Ishibashi Line. It's on 2F of ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Nagasaki Glover Hill.
Address: 1-18, Minamiyamate-machi, Nagasaki-shi, Nagasaki
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4. Takematsu [Shio Hormone Rokumei Omura Branch]
Enjoy fresh and high-quality offal in a calm atmosphere.
It is a 6-minute walk from TakeMatsu Station. The restaurant "Shio Hormone Rokumei Omura" offers high-quality hormone sourced from carefully selected suppliers. The "Shio Hormone," which is also the name of the restaurant, is prepared with meticulous care and has a flavor that becomes addictive. In addition, there are standard cuts as well as rare cuts available, and guests can enjoy grilling their own meat using a charcoal grill.
The restaurant can be identified by a lively sign and lanterns depicting the enjoyment of hormone. Inside, each table is equipped with a shichirin (a small charcoal grill). There are counter seats, table seats, and tatami mat seating available. There is also a semi-private space, allowing guests to enjoy a leisurely meal while sharing memories of their travels. There is a drink-all-you-can option available for individual orders on the day, enabling guests to fully enjoy the night in Nagasaki along with the hormone.
Salt Hormone Rokumei Omura
Open: [Sunday,Tuesday - Saturday] Dinner 6:00 pm - 12:00 am (last order 11:00 pm)
Closed: * Open if the regular holiday is a public holiday. The next day will be transfer closure leave.
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
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Closed: * Open if the regular holiday is a public holiday. The next day will be transfer closure leave.
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
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5. Sasebo [Torikawa Mitsumasu Sasebo Ekimae Restaurant]
A casual modern yakitori restaurant famous for its 'Gurukawa'.
Just a one-minute walk from Sasebo Station, the yakitori izakaya [とりかわみつます 佐世保駅前店] is recommended not only for locals but also for tourists. In addition to the 'gurokawa', which is made by grilling the skin of domestic young chickens over a week, there is a rich selection of meat dishes such as 'pork belly cartilage (tender)' and 'domestic beef tendon stew'.
They head to the restaurant marked by a lantern and a noren with the name of the establishment. Upon entering through the stylish sliding door that exudes a Japanese atmosphere, they find a calm and sophisticated space. The restaurant is equipped with counter seats perfect for solo diners or small groups, as well as table seats suitable for larger gatherings. In addition to a wide variety of à la carte options, course menus are also available, allowing guests to enjoy their meal according to their mood.
Torikawa Mitsumasu Sasebo Ekimae Branch
Open: [Weekday,Saturday,Holidays,Day Before Holidays] Dinner 5:30 pm - 11:30 pm
Closed: Closed on Sundays and the first and third Mondays of the month.
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
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Closed: Closed on Sundays and the first and third Mondays of the month.
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
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This article was written by AI Translation.
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