
Yakiniku is a versatile gourmet experience that can be enjoyed in various settings—whether it's lively with family and friends, in a chic atmosphere, or on a special day in a calm and relaxed space. Here, we introduce the popular ranking of yakiniku restaurants across the country, as chosen by Tabiiro readers.
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伝承焼肉TUWAMONO
Nagano
Nagano
伝承焼肉TUWAMONO
A yakiniku restaurant specializing in premium beef, including "Shinshu Premium Beef," "Kobe Beef," "Matsusaka Beef," and "Yonezawa Beef." Local vegetables enhance the menu, allowing diners to fully immerse themselves in the flavors of Shinshu. Enjoy the richness of wagyu beef in the restaurant's serene private rooms.
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北海道ジンギスカン MASAJINすすきの本店
Hokkaido
Hokkaido
北海道ジンギスカン MASAJINすすきの本店
A jingisukan and yakiniku restaurant in Sapporo, Hokkaido, known for long lines and strong support from both locals and visitors. Carefully selected, fresh lamb is served in thick, tender cuts, offering the meat's natural flavor and refined fat. A house-made sauce, developed through careful ingredient selection and slow aging, enhances the overall flavor. Staff provide guidance on grilling, ensuring the meat is cooked to an ideal level. The menu also includes a wide range of side dishes, with ramen served as a well-regarded finishing dish, the sauce diluted with broth.
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四万十牛本舗 焼肉よこやま
Kouchi
Kouchi
四万十牛本舗 焼肉よこやま
"Shimanto Beef Honpo: Yakiniku Yokoyama" is a yakiniku restaurant within walking distance of JR Ekawasaki Station in Shimanto City, an area rich in nature. The family raises and produces rare female Japanese Black Wagyu known as "Shimanto Beef," with only about 100 cattle produced annually, and handles the entire process through meat preparation. The high-quality beef is known for the sweetness of its fat, rich aroma, and melt-in-the-mouth texture. Inside the warm Japanese-modern interior, a showcase displays generous cuts recommended for the day. Favorite cuts can be ordered, while staff suggestions are also available for choosing from the day’s selection.
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炭火焼肉 心斎
Osaka
Osaka
炭火焼肉 心斎
This yakiniku restaurant is approximately a 2-minute walk from Osaka Metro Shinsaibashi Station.Despite its convenient location near the Nishi-Shinsaibashi district (commonly known as Amerika-mura) in Chuo-ku, Osaka City, the restaurant is directly managed by a meat wholesaler and is popular for its high quality grilled meat at a good cost performance.All of the sauces, soups, kimchi, etc. are homemade.The restaurant uses Japanese binchotan charcoal and grills meat over a traditional shichirin (a charcoal griddle) to bring out the best flavor of the meat.The restaurant's interior is partitioned off with a bamboo screen, allowing diners to dine in a private, semi-private room, making it ideal for date nights or banquets where you want to enjoy grilled meat.
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焼肉 真 ~MASA~
Kagoshima
Kagoshima
焼肉 真 ~MASA~
Located in Kagoshima City’s bustling Tenmonkan district, this yakiniku restaurant offers carefully selected A5-grade "Kagoshima Black Wagyu," chosen by chefs with wholesale experience. Meals are prepared over charcoal, with both à la carte and set course options available.
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和牛焼肉 徳
Kyoto
Kyoto
和牛焼肉 徳
"Wagyu Yakiniku Toku" is about a 5 - minute walk from Gion - Shijo Station on the Keihan Electric Railway, and serves high - quality grilled meat in a calm space overlooking the Kamogawa River, which has the atmosphere of Kyoto. We carefully select and purchase Shinshu Premium Beef, a branded beef that meets Nagano Prefecture's unique standards, as well as Kuroge Wagyu beef that is in the best condition that day from all over the country. The lunch menu, available only on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, offers "Nikumabushi" and "Yakinikuju," each piece of meat carefully grilled over charcoal. In addition to a la carte dishes, course meals are also available for dinner. We have private rooms to suit the number of people, so feel free to use them for a variety of occasions such as entertaining, dinner parties, and anniversaries.
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焼肉 千屋牛
Okayama
Okayama
焼肉 千屋牛
Yakiniku Chiya Beef, a yakiniku restaurant directly managed by JA Okayama, serves freshly sourced A5 and A4-grade "Chiya Beef" from its own farms. The menu includes affordable options like yakiniku, steaks, and beef bowls. The rice is sourced from "Ashin Genryu Mai," ensuring a delicious and locally rooted dining experience.
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焼肉 麓の宮 なんば心斎橋筋店
Osaka
Osaka
焼肉 麓の宮 なんば心斎橋筋店
This yakiniku restaurant is approximately a 5-minute walk from Namba Station on the Osaka Metro Line.Located near Ebisu Bridge and lined with lanterns at the entrance, the restaurant's menu is designed with the owner's wish that customers enjoy a wide variety of Japanese black beef, including misuji and rib roast, served with a homemade light sauce.The yukaye (yukke), the "beef tongue platter" popular among women, and the "wagyu beef cutlet," which is rare among yakiniku restaurants, are also very popular.The drink menu includes draft beer, sake and shochu carefully selected by the owner.The restaurant is easily accessible from the station, so be sure to stop by for a "quick drink" on your way home from work or while sightseeing.
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札幌ジンギスカン だるまおとし
Hokkaido
Hokkaido
札幌ジンギスカン だるまおとし
"Sapporo Genghis Khan Darumaotoshi" is located about a 6-minute walk from Susukino Station and Hosui Susukino Station on the Sapporo Municipal Subway. The fresh raw lamb, which is purchased through the store's own unique route and cut on the spot after ordering, is tender and juicy. The recommended "Shoulder Loin" is a rare part that can only be harvested from a single lamb, and it has a good balance of lean meat and fat, and is easy to eat with little taste. The drinks have good cost performance, with not only soft drinks but also beer and other alcoholic beverages available for 110 yen. There are counter seats and table seats, which can be used for various occasions.
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焼肉 どすこい
Saga
Saga
焼肉 どすこい
Located in the lively downtown area of Takeo City and approximately a 5-minute walk from JR Takeo Onsen Station, this yakiniku restaurant is run by an owner with a background in sumo wrestling. Premium cuts such as "Saga Beef," one of the region’s most celebrated brands, are prepared on a lava stone grill, where far-infrared heat cooks the meat thoroughly while keeping the exterior tender and the interior remarkably juicy. The lava stone also absorbs excess fat, creating a lighter, more refined finish while concentrating the meat’s natural richness. Each dish pairs beautifully with the restaurant’s original house-made sauce, crafted without additives.
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牛銀本店
Mie
Mie
牛銀本店
Gyugin Flagship Store is located about a 13 - minute walk from Matsusaka Station on the JR and Kinki Nippon Railway lines, blending in with the old townscape. At a time when eating meat was not customary, the founder trained in Tokyo to gain knowledge about beef. Later, he popularized "Matsuzaka Beef" with the hope that "the common people could easily eat meat." We carry rare meat that has been carefully raised for over 900 days in the Matsusaka beef production area and is considered a "special product." After the meat is butchered, it is left to age for about a week to ensure it is even more delicious. Enjoy the deliciousness of authentic Matsusaka beef along with top - notch service in a tastefully appointed tatami room.
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炭火焼肉 炭火亭箕面店
Osaka
Osaka
炭火焼肉 炭火亭箕面店
A yakiniku restaurant recommended for families in Minoh City, Osaka Prefecture.The restaurant does not stick to the place of origin, but only purchases the best domestic meat at the time.Miso and soy sauce sauces are available, and the owner recommends "on the rice" with miso sauce.The restaurant offers a wide variety of delicious red meat and fresh hormone, including the popular tongue, as well as squid and other seafood.The restaurant also offers an extensive drink menu including beer, shochu, sake, and fruit wines, as well as an all-you-can-drink banquet menu, making it ideal for the year-end and the New Year's parties and other types of banquets.When you visit Minoh Falls, a scenic spot in Minoh City, be sure to stop by.
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信州焼肉ナガノニクサブロウ
Nagano
Nagano
信州焼肉ナガノニクサブロウ
Opened in July 2025, "Shinshu Yakiniku Nagano Nikusaburo" is located just a five-minute walk from JR Nagano Station. Designed as "a place guests will want to return to again and again," it offers high-quality Shinshu-sourced meat at reasonable prices. Dinner highlights include "Special Rib Loin" and "Special Fillet" from "Ringo Wagyu Shinshu Beef," along with "Thick-Sliced Tongue" and "Harami (skirt steak)" made from the tender tongue root. The signature "Mixed Hormone Parfait," both playful and visually striking, is also not to be missed. Spacious table and counter seating make it easy for couples, families, and solo diners alike to relax and enjoy a satisfying yakiniku experience.
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WAGYUSHICHIRAN
Hiroshima
Hiroshima
WAGYUSHICHIRAN
Located just a 3-minute walk from JR Fukuyama Station, this stylish yakiniku restaurant specializes in A5-ranked Wagyu beef, carefully selected through the restaurant’s own exclusive sourcing channels. Guests can enjoy exceptionally fresh dishes at reasonable prices, including "Wagyu Aburi Bijin (beauty) Yukhoe”, Seared Yukhoe, and "Wagyu Shinsen Btutsugiri Aburi Liver (Fresh Wagyu Liver Chunks)", lightly grilled for maximum flavor. For special occasions or surprise celebrations, the restaurant offers festive presentations with dry ice effects and sparklers. The interior features a modern design with textured wall panels resembling carved rock surfaces, creating a sophisticated atmosphere. Seating options include counter seats, private rooms, and intimate couple’s seats, making it ideal for everything from casual dining to banquets for both small and large groups.
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モツ次
Hyogo
Hyogo
モツ次
"Motsuji," located in Awaji City, Hyogo , is a yakiniku restaurant run by an owner with extensive knowledge of beef from working at butcher shops and ranches. The specialty hormone-yaki (grilled offal) is made from fresh meat sourced directly from butcher shops and grilled on traditional infrared roasters, enhancing its flavor. As an authorized seller of "Awaji Beef," the restaurant offers top-quality cuts of beef alongside a wide array of chicken dishes and a variety of a la carte options. The "Beef Tendon Curry" and "Chanja Roll" are especially recommended. In addition, the restaurant provides a menu for pets, allowing diners to enjoy a meal with their dogs in private rooms. The interior, centered around private rooms and decorated in chic black tones, offers a relaxing atmosphere. A visit to Awaji Island wouldn’t be complete without stopping by.
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牛豊 八山田店
Fukushima
Fukushima
牛豊 八山田店
A popular yakiniku restaurant in Yatsuyamadanishi, Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture, is known for its fresh, high-quality "Fukushima Beef" and "Fukushima Kirameki Beef." Praised for their tenderness and rich flavor, the meats are offered in affordable lunch sets such as the "Fukushima Beef Yakiniku Lunch" featuring four cuts of beef. The lunch sets come with unlimited rice refills, soup, salad, and small side dishes. The restaurant also offers a wide variety of side dishes like salads, kimchi, and cold noodles. Its relaxed atmosphere makes it suitable for casual dining and special occasions. With convenient access via car and ample parking near Route 4, this is a must-visit spot.
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信州ミートセンター
Nagano
Nagano
信州ミートセンター
This charcoal-grilled yakiniku restaurant is conveniently located just a 2-minute walk from JR Nagano Station. The restaurant offers a lineup of over 100 varieties, all approved by the owner, who is an expert on premium Shinshu meat, including carefully raised locally produced "Kitashinshu Miyuki Wagyu Beef", "Shinshu Minemura Beef", and "Ringo Wagyu Shinshu Beef", as well as Nagano-produced "Miyuki Pork" and "Shinano Jidori Chicken". There's also a wide selection of Nagano-produced wines and sake to pair with the yakiniku, making it the perfect dinner spot for sightseeing in Nagano. The restaurant offers table seating as well as semi-private table seating with roller curtains, making it ideal for a date, anniversary, or other special occasion with someone special.
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旭川 成吉思汗 大黒屋
Hokkaido
Hokkaido
旭川 成吉思汗 大黒屋
This is one of the most popular restaurants in Asahikawa, the hot spot for Genghis Khan, and is known for its exquisite fresh lamb Genghis Khan. Raw lamb is chilled and not frozen, so it is tender and juicy. In the spacious restaurant with seating for about 100 people, you can enjoy the authentic taste of charcoal grilled food. "Hakodate Goryokaku branch" is also popular.
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たん焼 忍
Tokyo
Tokyo
たん焼 忍
Since opening in Yotsuya, Tokyo in 1979, this specialty restaurant has been loved by many for its exceptional beef tongue dishes. Located approximately a 7-minute walk from JR Yotsuya Station or Tokyo Metro Yotsuya-sanchome Station, it even attracts guests from afar who come especially to savor its famous flavors. The signature dish is the tender "Boiled Tongue," simmered for six to seven hours and seasoned simply with salt and pepper, served with wasabi to taste. The interior, featuring reclaimed wood, exudes a warm, nostalgic atmosphere, and the tatami seating in the back can accommodate up to 14 guests. Many visitors return again and again, drawn by the "unforgettable taste that lingers in memory."
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焼肉ハウス SEX MACHINE
Osaka
Osaka
焼肉ハウス SEX MACHINE
A yakiniku restaurant located a 3-minute walk from Osaka Metro's Namba Station has been serving customers since 1988. Known for its lively ambiance and soulful tunes, the restaurant offers hearty grilled meats in a setting inspired by James Brown's iconic music. The stylish interior features both counter and table seating, accommodating solo diners, couples, friends, and business gatherings. The friendly staff, welcoming atmosphere, and international appeal make it a favorite for both local and overseas visitors. The vibrant environment ensures even first-time guests feel comfortable.
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