Update-date: Jun 17 2025
If they want to enjoy delicious yakiniku during their trip to Japan, Asakusa and Ueno are recommended. These areas have good access and are home to popular restaurants where they can taste authentic Wagyu beef. They can stop by between sightseeing and savor juicy meat and food culture.
Ninja Yakiniku
Ninja Yakiniku, located a 5-minute walk from Asakusa Station, is a yakiniku restaurant that purchases and serves high-quality Iga beef whole. Iga beef is a rare black-haired Wagyu said to be comparable to Matsusaka and Kobe beef. The popular menu item is the 'Ninja Yakiniku Tower,' which offers six types of rare cuts and a choice of steak as a chef's selection.
The restaurant is located on the 7th floor of a building. Upon entering, guests are greeted by large windows that create a sense of openness. During the day, it offers a panoramic view of the Asakusa streetscape, while at night, it provides a stunning night view. The interior, themed around ninjas, is decorated with Japanese-style items such as shuriken, hanging scrolls, and books, which enliven the atmosphere of the restaurant.
Ninja Yakiniku
Open: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY / [Lunch] 7,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Asakusa station. 7th floor of the building in front of Kitty Shop.
Address: 7F, The room Asakusa, 1-16-11, Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY / [Lunch] 7,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Asakusa station. 7th floor of the building in front of Kitty Shop.
Address: 7F, The room Asakusa, 1-16-11, Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo Map
2. Yakiniku Fuji
Yakiniku Fuji, located a 1-minute walk from Oshiage Station, is a highly skilled restaurant run by an owner with 15 years of experience in yakiniku restaurants in Tokyo. They carefully select the freshest horumon (offal) and the most delicious Wagyu beef available at the time. To maximize the flavor of the meat, they pay particular attention not only to seasoning and cutting but also to the roaster used.
The interior, designed to evoke a traditional yakiniku restaurant, offers a casual and inviting atmosphere that appeals to those who drop by spontaneously.In addition to counter seats, there are many table seats available. The atmosphere is homey and warmly welcomes guests visiting the restaurant for the first time. In addition to counter seats, there are many table seats available. The atmosphere is homey and warmly welcomes guests visiting the restaurant for the first time.
Yakiniku Fuji
Open: [Weekdays, Day Before National Holidays] 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm L.O. Food 9:30 pm/Drink 10:00 pm, [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] 11:30 am - 10:30 pm L.O. Food 9:30 pm/Drink 10:00 pm
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 5,500 JPY / [Lunch] 2,500 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from Exit B1 of Oshiage Station on Toei Asakusa Line and Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line. It is located close to the station along Asakusa Street.
Address: 1F, Shintomi Bldg., 4-16-5, Narihira, Sumida-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 5,500 JPY / [Lunch] 2,500 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from Exit B1 of Oshiage Station on Toei Asakusa Line and Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line. It is located close to the station along Asakusa Street.
Address: 1F, Shintomi Bldg., 4-16-5, Narihira, Sumida-ku, Tokyo Map
3. Yakiniku Juraku
Yakiniku Juraku, located a 1-minute walk from Asakusabashi Station, is a yakiniku restaurant where customers can enjoy carefully selected grilled meat, mainly domestic black-haired Wagyu, at reasonable prices. The restaurant offers a variety of popular cuts as well as rare parts. Among them, the "Special Aburi Yukke," which boldly uses specially selected black-haired Wagyu loin, is popular for allowing customers to enjoy exceptionally fresh meat in its freshest state.
The interior is a clean and comfortable space. The restaurant is unified in calm tones, making it easy for people of all ages to visit. The lively and warm hospitality of the staff also contributes to a wonderful yakiniku experience.
Yakinikujuraku
Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (last order 11:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
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Address: HK Building 2F, 1-20-1 Asakusabashi, Taito-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
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Address: HK Building 2F, 1-20-1 Asakusabashi, Taito-ku, Tokyo Map
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4. Yakiniku Tattonten Restaurant
Yakiniku Tattontei, located a 1-minute walk from Asakusabashi Station, is a yakiniku restaurant where customers can enjoy high-quality Wagyu beef carefully selected by expert buyers. The restaurant is particular about all its recipes, including the yakiniku sauce, which greatly influences the flavor. A variety of sake and wine are also available to complement the meat.
The interior of the restaurant, renovated from an old folk house, consists of two floors. In addition to the counter and seating, private rooms are also available. The space, filled with a retro atmosphere, plays J-POP from the 1980s to 1990s, evoking a sense of nostalgia and creating a relaxing ambiance.
Yakiniku Tattontei
Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from the East Exit of JR Asakusabashi Station. 1-minute walk from Subway Asakusabashi Station.
Address: 1-9-7, Asakusabashi, Taito-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from the East Exit of JR Asakusabashi Station. 1-minute walk from Subway Asakusabashi Station.
Address: 1-9-7, Asakusabashi, Taito-ku, Tokyo Map
5. Yakiniku Motoyama Main Restaurant
Yakiniku Motoyama Main Restaurant, located a 1-minute walk from Okachimachi Station, is a long-established yakiniku restaurant that specializes in premium branded black-haired Wagyu beef, including Kobe beef. Since its founding in 1975, it has established a unique procurement route. Customers can enjoy a rich flavor that fills the mouth with the sweetness of high-quality fat and the original umami of the meat.
The interior, based on wood, has a warm and relaxing atmosphere. All seats are table seats, allowing guests to unwind in a spacious environment. Additionally, there are fully private rooms available for groups of 2 to 8 people . This restaurant is easy to use with any companion.
Yakiniku Motoyama Main Branch
Open: 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY
Access: 95m from Naka-okachimachi Station
Address: B1F, Sasamoto Bldg., 5-22-8, Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY
Access: 95m from Naka-okachimachi Station
Address: B1F, Sasamoto Bldg., 5-22-8, Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo Map
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6. Ueno Wagyu Yakiniku USHIHACHI Goku
Ueno Wagyu Yakiniku USHIHACHI Kiwami, located a 1-minute walk from Ueno Station, is a yakiniku restaurant renowned for offering high-quality meat at more reasonable prices. It specializes in A4-grade female black-haired wagyu beef, purchased whole. Therefore, customers can enjoy various cuts prepared in delicious ways.
The interior of the restaurant is impressive with a natural and clean atmosphere that one would not expect from a yakiniku restaurant. Large glass windows also create an open and inviting ambiance. Semi-private rooms are available, allowing guests to enjoy yakiniku in a private space.
Ueno Wagyu Yakiniku USHIHACHI Kiwami
Open: [Weekdays, Day Before National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:30 pm (L.O. 11:00 pm) [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) / Dinner 4:00 pm - 11:30 pm (L.O. 11:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: -
Access: 1-minute walk from Asakusa Exit (to the left as you exit the JR Central ticket gate) of Ueno Station of JR Lines, Ginza Line, Hibiya Line / 5-minute walk from Keisei Ueno Station
Address: FUNDES Ueno 10F, 7-2-4, Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: None
Average price: -
Access: 1-minute walk from Asakusa Exit (to the left as you exit the JR Central ticket gate) of Ueno Station of JR Lines, Ginza Line, Hibiya Line / 5-minute walk from Keisei Ueno Station
Address: FUNDES Ueno 10F, 7-2-4, Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo Map
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7. Ushigashira Seru
Ushigashira Cell, located a 7-minute walk from Ueno Station, is a restaurant where authentic Wagyu yakiniku is served by a meat wholesaler. Guests can enjoy the original flavor unique to cattle that have been lovingly raised from calves over time. To enhance the yakiniku experience, the restaurant is also particular about using "Iwate rice" for the white rice.
The restaurant has a cozy and homely atmosphere. Unusually for a yakiniku restaurant, it offers a counter with four seats and two tables. The staff carefully introduce the cuts of meat and recommend their favorites, and the warm service is also very appealing.The warm service is also very appealing.
Ushigaraseru
Open: [Weekday] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm (last order 1:30 pm)[Sunday,Saturday,Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm (last order 1:15 pm)[Weekday,Saturday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (last order 10:00 pm)[Sunday,Holidays] Dinner 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm (last order 9:00 pm)
Closed: Year-end and New Year holidays 1/1 store closure
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access:
Address: Shinsen Building 1F, 1-4-3 Kitaueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: Year-end and New Year holidays 1/1 store closure
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access:
Address: Shinsen Building 1F, 1-4-3 Kitaueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo Map
8. Yakiniku Yaichi 2.0
Yakiniku Yaiichi 2.0 is a restaurant located just a short walk from Okachimachi Station. This restaurant sources high-quality domestic black-haired Wagyu and red-haired Wagyu beef, selected through years of expert training. The tender texture and rich flavor are sure to impress. They also take pride in their homemade sauce, which is light and refreshing with little sweetness.
The luxurious interior mainly consists of spacious table seating. Private rooms are also available, making it ideal for couples and guests who want to enjoy yakiniku quietly. They can savor their meal slowly in a calm atmosphere.
Yakiniku YAICHI 2.0
Open: [Weekday] 3:00 pm - 5:00 am (last order 4:30 am)[Sunday] 12:00 pm - 12:00 am (last order 11:30 pm)[Saturday] 12:00 pm - 5:00 am (last order 4:30 am)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access:
Address: Tokyo, Taito-ku, Ueno 5-26-6-B1F Map
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access:
Address: Tokyo, Taito-ku, Ueno 5-26-6-B1F Map
Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.
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