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Better Than Sushi? Discover the Finest Yakiniku Restaurants in Ginza.

June 06, 2025

Ginza is known as a “luxury gourmet district,” but did you know it also has some outstanding yakiniku restaurants?
It’s not just about sushi and tempura—savoring premium quality meat at Ginza’s yakiniku spots is sure to be a highlight of your trip.
Here, we’ve carefully selected the best yakiniku restaurants in Ginza that offer great taste, atmosphere, and service all in one.

  1. Ginza Yamashina / 銀座 山科
  2. Ginza Koroku / 銀座 小六
  3. Beef professional Ginza / 牛の達人 GINZA
  4. GINZA THE EMPEROR
     

1. Ginza Yamashina / 銀座 山科

Tokyo, Ginza
☆4.3 (Google Maps)
https://japan-food.guide/restaurants/1459

Features

A yakiniku restaurant where you can enjoy carefully selected black wagyu beef in a variety of styles, all prepared by staff in private rooms.

  • Highly rated on Japan’s leading gourmet websites, this popular restaurant is a favorite among food lovers.
  • It features premium black wagyu beef chosen by one of Japan’s top meat connoisseurs.
  • The staff expertly grills the beef, adjusting the heat and timing to match the cut and condition of the meat that day.
  • The restaurant’s signature dish, the “Chateaubriand Katsu Sandwich,” features sous-vide chateaubriand, perfectly fried and served between soft bread.
  • All seating is completely private, allowing guests to enjoy their yakiniku experience without any distractions.

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2. Ginza Koroku / 銀座 小六

Tokyo, Ginza
☆4.2 (Google maps)
https://japan-food.guide/restaurants/1306

Features

A yakiniku restaurant where you can enjoy A5-grade Wagyu and rare cuts prepared with skilled craftsmanship and beautifully presented. The elegant Japanese-style space features white wooden interiors, perfect for dates, business dinners, or special occasions.

  • High-quality Wagyu, mainly A5 grade, and rare cuts are carefully prepared and beautifully served by skilled chefs.
  • Experience an authentic Japanese atmosphere in an elegant space with white wooden design.
  • Conveniently located near the station, allowing easy access to enjoy luxury yakiniku in the heart of Ginza.
  • English menus and some English-speaking staff ensure comfort for international guests.
  • Unique Japanese dishes like Wagyu sushi and yakiniku sukiyaki are also popular.

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3. Beef professional Ginza / 牛の達人 GINZA

Tokyo, Ginza
☆4.6 (Google Maps)
https://japan-food.guide/restaurants/1427

Features

A yakiniku restaurant where you can enjoy top-ranked Japanese Wagyu brands like Kagoshima Kuroge beef in fully private rooms. Rare cuts and Wagyu sushi are also popular, with half of the grilling done by staff for your convenience.

  • Enjoy rare cuts of premium A5 Wagyu, including Kagoshima Kuroge beef, Japan’s top-ranked brand.
  • Fully private rooms let you dine privately with views of Ginza’s nightscape.
  • English menus with photos and English-speaking staff provide comfort for international guests.
  • Sommelier-selected wines, sake, and fresh seafood from Toyosu Market offer diverse pairings.
  • Directly connected to the station with excellent access, perfect for special anniversaries.

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4. GINZA THE EMPEROR

Tokyo, Ginza
☆4.6 (Google Maps)
https://japan-food.guide/restaurants/1409

Features

A yakiniku restaurant in Ginza where you can enjoy Halal Kobe beef. Skilled chefs prepare this rare Halal-certified delicacy with expert care.

  • Only about 150 head of halal Kobe beef are produced each year, making it exceptionally rare.
  • Halal Kobe beef is raised under even stricter guidelines than regular Kobe beef.
  • The marbled halal Kobe beef melts in your mouth, releasing a deep, rich umami flavor.
  • The restaurant is certified halal.
  • The chef formerly served as head chef at one of Japan’s renowned hotels.
  • The course menu is thoughtfully crafted with premium ingredients and the Japanese culinary philosophy of “five flavors and five colors” in perfect balance.

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