Wagyu beef restaurants in Tokyo open during the year-end and New Year holidays
December 02, 2025
Tokyo during the year-end and New Year period is a special season where tranquility and excitement intersect. The streets decorated with illuminations and the traditional Japanese events like the first shrine visit of the year can be felt everywhere. On the other hand, even though it is a huge city, a calmer atmosphere than usual flows, enveloping the city in a “New Year's feeling.”
However, there is a point of caution in Tokyo during this period. Many dining establishments close for the year-end and New Year holidays. The Japanese custom of "spending the New Year with family" is behind this, and especially high-end restaurants or reservation-only dining places often take relatively long breaks.
That said, it’s too early to give up thinking, “I came all the way to Japan but can't eat wagyu...” Actually, in Tokyo, there are renowned wagyu restaurants open on some days between December 27 and January 4. In this article, we carefully select and introduce recommended restaurants from such rare operating establishments that travelers can also visit.
*Please note that we may be closed on certain days during the New Year holiday period. *Information accurate as of November 26, 2025
Teppanyaki Fujita / 鉄板焼 ふじた
Ebisu Kappo Shishikura / 恵比寿 割烹 ししくら
Azaburyoriten Tokyo Wagyu Steak / 麻布料理店 Tokyo Wagyu Steak
Latina Parrilla
Teppanyaki Miyabi / 鉄板焼 雅
Teppanyaki Asahi / 鉄板焼き あさひ
HIKARI
Kamadoyaki NIKUYOROZU / かまど焼 NIKUYOROZU
Honten Yamashina / 本店 山科
Teppnandokoro Meguro / 鉄板処 めぐろ
Nikukappo Akasaka Yuuga / 肉割烹 赤坂ゆうが
Matoi Ginza / まとい 銀座
Ginza Ishizaki / 銀座いしざき
1. Teppanyaki Fujita / 鉄板焼 ふじた
Tokyo, Shinjuku ☆4.4 (Google Maps)
Exquisite Wagyu and Seafood Enjoyed via Teppanyaki
Indulge in a luxurious course where you can compare famous branded wagyu such as Kobe beef, Saga beef, and Yonezawa beef, which represent Japan. Along with the live experience of the chef grilling right in front of you, you can also savor premium seafood like abalone and spiny lobster. For inbound tourists, this will be a special experience to taste the “delicacies” of Japan all at once.
Premium A5 Wagyu Sukiyaki and Shabu-Shabu Experience Limited to Dinner
Enjoy "Kagoshima Kuroushi" A5 grade, awarded the highest evaluation in Japan, served in sukiyaki or shabu-shabu style. During the year-end and New Year period, offerings are only available at dinner time, making it a special wagyu experience not available for lunch. This place allows you to deeply enjoy the taste of Japan along with seasonal ingredients and local sake.
3. Azaburyoriten Tokyo Wagyu Steak / 麻布料理店 Tokyo Wagyu Steak
Tokyo, Azabu-Juban ☆4.9 (Google Maps)
Artistic Wagyu Steak Grilled with Michelin-Trained Skills
A chef trained in Michelin-starred restaurants offers a steak course lavishly prepared with special Black Wagyu and Kobe beef. Every dish, from delicate appetizers to pasta and dessert, is crafted with care. All menu items are dinner only, allowing you to leisurely enjoy the ultimate wagyu experience.
Price: ¥16,500~(Mid-range)
Type: Authentic yet affordable
Business Days: 12/27~1/3
Business Hours: 17:00~23:30
Feature: Child-Friendly, Children's menu, English menu
Authentic South American-Style Wagyu Steak Grilled Over Charcoal and Firewood
Carefully grilled rare parts of Matsusaka beef, Kumamoto Aka beef, and Black Wagyu over firewood charcoal. The exterior is fragrant and the interior juicy, bringing out the natural flavors of the meat. During the year-end and New Year holidays, special hours are in effect: December 31 from 11:30 to 15:00 / 17:30 to 20:00, January 2 to 4 from 11:30 to 15:00 / 17:30 to 21:00.
Price: ¥9,500~(Moderately Price)
Type: Authentic yet affordable
Business Days: 12/27~12/31, 1/2~1/4
Business Hours: 12:00~15:00, 17:30~22:30
Feature: Child-Friendly, English menu, Chinese (simplified) menu
A5 Grade Wagyu and Luxurious Ingredients in Teppanyaki with Vibrant Live Cooking
In a hidden gem space in Shinjuku, indulge in A5 Black Wagyu, foie gras, abalone, lobster, and other luxurious ingredients. The teppanyaki prepared live by the chef in front of you offers not only taste but also entertainment. All menu items are dinner only, allowing you to savor a luxurious moment at your leisure.
A5 Wagyu and Seafood Grilled Right Before Your Eyes in a Quality Space Near Ikebukuro Station
At a lively counter, indulge luxuriously in A5 Black Wagyu Chateaubriand and sirloin, as well as fresh abalone and spiny lobster. The sounds, aromas, and grilling degree stimulate all the senses, making the dining experience even more special. It is located just a 1-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station East Exit, an accessible and attractive location.
Innovative French Cuisine with A5 Wagyu, Easily Experienced in Ikebukuro
Combining traditional meat kappo and French cuisine in a "French Innovative" style, you can enjoy delicate dishes using A5 graded female wagyu. Wagyu such as sirloin, fillet, and ichibo are beautifully arranged together with seasonal seafood and vegetables. It is a 5-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station, offering a sophisticated space to experience a fresh sense of wagyu.
Richly Flavored Wagyu Dishes Slowly Grilled Over Firewood in a Kiln
Using firewood charcoals in the kiln-style “kamadoyaki” grilling, this cooking maximizes the umami of wagyu and game meat. Being an approved restaurant, it offers special experiences like raw meat dishes such as wagyu tataki and yukhoe. Conveniently located a 2-minute walk from Mitaka Station, open for lunch and dinner, making it easy to visit during the year-end and New Year period.
Luxuriously Enjoy Omi Beef Raised for Over 40 Months at a Teppanyaki Dining in Ginza
A luxurious course allows you to compare rare Omi beef raised for over 40 months, prepared teppanyaki style by cuts. You can enjoy combinations with seafood and seasonal vegetables along with over 1,000 wines and rare Japanese sake. Conveniently situated directly connected to Ginza Station, it is a fitting restaurant for a special night.
Price: ¥19,923~(Semi-Luxury)
Type: Authentic yet affordable
Business Days: 12/27~12/30
Business Hours: 11:30~15:00, 17:00~23:00
Feature: Formal, Easy Access from Station, Famous Restaurant
Creative Course Centered on Black Wagyu Fillet, Enjoyed with the Sounds and Aromas of Teppan
This teppanyaki course combines black wagyu fillet meat with fresh fish directly sourced from Tsukiji and foie gras sushi, stimulating the five senses. The fragrant aroma, grilling sounds, and live atmosphere at the counter make the experience like a “theater of food.” Located near Ginza and Shimbashi, you can easily enjoy the essence of Japanese teppanyaki.
An Exclusive Creative Meat Kappo Course Using Only Female Black Wagyu from Across Japan’s Regions
Using carefully selected female Black Wagyu from all over Japan, this restaurant offers creative dishes that bring out the delicate umami and beautiful marbling to the fullest. You can enjoy various cooking styles including wagyu steak, rolled sushi, and shabu-shabu. The dinner-only course also includes seasonal fish and vegetables, allowing you to savor the quality of Japan’s four seasons.
Wagyu Kaiseki Featuring Kobe, Yonezawa Beef and Seasonal Japanese Cuisine
Procured through unique routes, beef like Kobe beef, Matsusaka beef, and Yonezawa beef is grilled fragrantly with Kishu Binchotan charcoal and offered as popular wagyu steaks and Chateaubriand katsu sandwiches. The Kaiseki-style meals incorporate seasonal seafood and vegetables, allowing you to enjoy both Japanese tradition and luxury. Dinner-only courses are served in a calm Ginza space to spend a refined time.
Dinner Course Focused on Comparing Rare Wagyu Cuts in Ginza
Using carefully selected Black Wagyu sanctioned by the government, this restaurant offers various cuts such as sirloin, Chateaubriand, and beef tongue. Along with steak, finishing dishes like corned beef rice and wagyu curry are available, so you can enjoy the flavor of wagyu until the last bite. Dinner service only, perfect for spending a special night in Ginza.
Tasting wagyu in Tokyo during the year-end and New Year period is actually a more challenging experience than expected. It is not easy to find wagyu specialty restaurants operating during this time when many dining establishments are closed. However, there are indeed restaurants that meet the needs of inbound travelers who want to eat genuine wagyu and do not want to waste their limited stay time.
The restaurants introduced this time are all renowned establishments operating at some point during the year-end and New Year holidays, offering Japan’s proud wagyu such as A5 grade Black Wagyu, Kobe beef, and Omi beef in the best condition.
Carefully selected rare wagyu specialty restaurants open during the year-end and New Year holidays
Offering wagyu in various styles such as teppanyaki, shabu-shabu, and meat kappo
Many restaurants are in locations easy for travelers to visit and provide English menus
For those who want to enjoy authentic wagyu without compromise during their precious trip to Japan, please use this article as a reference and make a reservation. You are sure to encounter an unforgettable dish perfect for concluding the year or starting the new one.
