AJE Matsubara Main Store
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AJE Matsubara Main Store | Salted Horumon Yakiniku by the Takase River
Located in Kawaramachi, Kyoto, AJE Matsubara Main Store (Yakiniku/Salted Horumon AJE Matsubara Main Store) is a yakiniku restaurant established in 1997. Tucked away in a quiet alley beside the Takase River, it serves as the flagship store for what would later become a chain with multiple locations across Kyoto and Tokyo. It has taken Kyoto by storm with its signature salted offal, attracting food lovers from all over the world. Step into this shop filled with smoke and laughter!
A casual yet warm atmosphere: Like dining at an old friend’s home
AJE Matsubara Main Store is full of the “Kyoto commoner’s soul.” The interior is filled with smoke, the aroma of grilled meat, the laughter of diners, and the shouts of the staff, instantly making you feel the vitality of the place. While the exterior and interior are a bit retro—even having that “old-school yakiniku shop” vibe—that is exactly where its charm lies! With wooden tables and chairs, simple wire mesh grills, and that blackboard listing the waiting list, the shop has 36 seats in total. It is suitable for solo diners or small gatherings with friends. Your clothes might pick up the scent of yakiniku, so wear something casual and join in the lively atmosphere!
Signature Dish: Salted Horumon, a Legend of Kyoto Yakiniku
Its signature “Beef Small Intestine (Salt)” is hailed as the “symbol of Kyoto’s offal yakiniku culture” and is a must-order for almost every table! The offal is meticulously prepared; the “hoso” (small intestine) is the small intestine of the cow. The shop purchases it daily, cleans it thoroughly, cuts it into thick slices, and serves it on a large platter sprinkled with special salt and green onions. As it grills, the fat drips onto the charcoal, occasionally causing flames to flare up. The exterior develops a charred aroma, while the inside remains tender and juicy, with a distinct sweetness that is never cloying. After being seasoned with the special salt and sizzling on the grill, every bite is packed with freshness, sweetness, and a satisfying chew. Enjoy it with dipping sauce to add layers to the oily, salty, and sweet flavors of the offal.
The Roast Yukke (seared beef with egg yolk) is coated in rich egg yolk and Kujo green onions, melting in your mouth. The “Horumon Yakisoba” (stir-fried offal noodles) features a perfect fusion of rich sauce and chewy noodles. Availability is subject to the daily menu.
More Than Just Offal: A Rich Menu to Keep You Going
From “Jo-Harami” (premium beef skirt steak) to “Tan-Shio” (salted beef tongue), every meat item is fresh and delicious. We especially recommend the “Jo-Tansuji” (premium beef tongue tendon), which has a tender texture that makes it impossible to stop at just one bite. The beef cheek is thinly sliced, offering a refreshing texture with a nice chew. Homemade kimchi and namul are essential sides; they are perfectly balanced in acidity and spice, generous in portion, and great for cleansing the palate. There are also raw options like Wagyu Roast Yukke. The overall style is “freshness first, seasoning that doesn’t overpower,” focusing on the ingredients themselves. Looking for an appetizer? The shop’s traditional kimchi is perfectly tangy and spicy with a huge portion, and the homemade bean sprout namul pairs perfectly with white rice! For drinks, Korean pear juice is sweet and refreshing—a perfect match for yakiniku. If you enjoy alcohol, they also offer sake and shochu to perfectly complement the hearty atmosphere of the yakiniku.
From an Alleyway Shop to a National Chain: The Legendary Story of AJE
AJE Matsubara Main Store opened in 1997 as the brand’s first location. The shop prioritizes daily procurement and meticulous pre-processing of offal, making a name for itself with its salted horumon. Today, AJE has expanded to other parts of Kyoto and even reached Gifu, Kanazawa, and Yurakucho in Tokyo, but the Matsubara Main Store remains the soul of the brand. It carries the local pursuit of “simple yet delicious” food at relatively affordable prices (approximately 4000 to 7000 yen per person). To eat yakiniku at AJE, sit down, order a plate of salted thin intestines, watch the fat sizzle on the charcoal, and pair it with kimchi and rice—that is the most authentic way to eat here. If you want to have a yakiniku meal in Kyoto where salted small intestine is the star and you don’t need fancy decor, this place is worth adding to your list.
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Menu, please!
Order, please
This one, please
Thank you for the meal
Water, please
How do I eat this?
A small plate, please
May I take a photo?
Excuse me, please change the grill net.
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How much is it?
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Dishes and drinks are compiled from the official restaurant menu; availability may vary by branch. Items and seasonal specials are subject to the menu on the day of your visit.
Seasoning
味付け
Salt
塩
Sauce
タレ
Soy Sauce Based
しょうゆダレ
Miso Based
みそダレ
Offal
ホルモン
Small Intestine
ホソ
Abomasum (Fourth Stomach)
赤センマイ
Assorted Large Intestine (3 types)
テッチャン3種盛り
Assorted Offal
ホルモンミックス
Rumen (First Stomach)
並ミノ
Premium Rumen
上ミノ
Tracheal Cartilage
ウルテ
Grilled Omasum
焼セン
Aorta
コリコリ
Pancreas (Beef Foie Gras)
シラズ（牛のフォアグラ）
Sweetbread (Thymus/Pancreas)
シビレ（リー・ド・ヴォー）
Uterus
コブクロ
White Uterus
白こぶ
Lean Meat
赤身
Beef Tongue
タン
Premium Beef Tongue
上タン
Beef Cheek
天肉
Beef Short Plate
バラ
Premium Beef Short Plate
上バラ
Beef Loin
ロース
Supreme Beef Loin
極上ロース
Premium Wagyu Short Rib
和牛上カルビ
Intercostal Meat
中落ち
Beef Shank
ちからこぶ
Premium Skirt Steak
上ハラミ
Skirt Steak Edge
ハラミエンガワ
Premium Hanging Tender
上サガリ
Grilled Beef Heart
焼ハツ
Thin-sliced Grilled Beef Liver
焼レバうす切り
Thick-sliced Grilled Beef Liver
焼レバ厚切り
Assorted Beef Tendon
スジミックス
Premium Beef Tongue Tendon
上タンスジ
Neck Muscle
赤ヒモ（ネクタイ）
Beef Neck Meat
牛せせり
Beef Jaw Meat
アギ（アゴ肉）
Salted Oxtail (Limited Quantity)
テール塩（数量限定）
Other Grilled Items
その他焼きもの
Old Hen Meat
鳥（ひね肉）
Chicken Kidney
鳥せぎも
Squid
イカ
Foil-grilled Garlic (Aomori Takko)
にんにくホイル（青森県田子産）
Raw Dishes
生もの
Raw Beef Heart
生ハツ
Raw Omasum
生センマイ
Raw Beef Spleen
生チレ
Premium Beef Tongue Yukhoe
上タンユッケ
Beef Tongue Yukhoe
タンユッケ
Beef Tongue Sashimi
タン刺し
Skirt Steak Sashimi (Tue/Fri Only)
ハラミ刺し（火・金限定）
Skirt Steak Yukhoe (Tue/Fri Only)
ハラミユッケ（火・金限定）
Roasted Beef Yukhoe
ローストユッケ
Raw food is not suitable for pregnant women, young children, the elderly, or those with weakened immune systems. Please ensure grilled offal is thoroughly cooked before consumption.
Soups
汁もの
Beef Soup
おつゆ（肉スープ）
Jjigae (Spicy Stew)
チゲ（鍋）
Natural Loach Soup
天然どじょう汁
Others
その他
Rice (L/M/S)
めし（大・中・小）
Egg Over Rice
TKG（卵かけごはん）
Napa Cabbage Kimchi
白菜キムチ
Assorted Kimchi (2 types)
キムチ 2種盛り
Assorted Kimchi (3 types)
キムチ 3種盛り
Bean Sprout Namul
もやしナムル
Drink prices are in Japanese Yen and include tax; prices are subject to change based on the latest in-store menu.
Beer
ビール
Draft Beer (Kirin Ichiban)
生ビール（キリン一番搾り）
Kirin Lager Beer (Medium Bottle)
キリンラガービール（中瓶）
Kirin Hare-kaze (Medium Bottle)
キリン晴れ風（中瓶）
Red Beer
赤ビール
Mango Beer (Summer Only)
マンゴービール（夏季限定）
Makgeolli Beer
マッコリビール
Shandy Gaff
シャンディガフ
Sour & Shochu High
サワー・酎ハイ
Hyoketsu Sugar-Free Lemon
氷結 無糖レモン
Pear Shochu High
梨酎ハイ
Peach Shochu High
桃酎ハイ
Muscat Shochu High
マスカット酎ハイ
Otsukaresan Sour
おつかれ酸サワー
Red Wine Highball
赤ハイ（ワインハイ）
Blue Highball (AJE Original)
青ハイ（アジェオリジナル）
Tomato Sour
トマトサワー
Mango Sour (Summer Only)
マンゴーサワー（夏季限定）
Tea Highball
お茶割り
Oolong High
ウーロンハイ
Corn Tea High
コーンハイ
Uji Matcha High
宇治抹茶ハイ
Jasmine Tea High
ジャスミン茶割
Gyokuro Green Tea High
玉露入りお茶割
Highball
ハイボール
Kirin Riku Highball
キリン 陸ハイボール
Kirin Fuji Highball
キリン 富士ハイボール
Coke Highball
コークハイ
Ginger Highball
ジンジャーハイ
Takara Jun Highball
宝 純ハイボール
Otsukaresan Highball
おつかれ酸ハイボール
Shochu
焼酎
Mugi Hakusui
麦 白水
Imo Yokaichi
芋 よかいち
Plum Wine
梅酒
Plum Wine
梅酒
Sake
日本酒
Gokai (Hot/Room Temp)
豪快（熱燗・常温）
Gokai (Cold)
豪快（冷酒）
Mizuoto Sake Highball
瑞音ハイボール
Wine
ワイン
Red Wine (Bottle)
赤ワイン（ボトル）
Makgeolli
マッコリ
Makgeolli
マッコリ
Korean Soju
韓国焼酎
Chum Churum Soju
チョウムチョロム
Chamisul Soju
チャミスル
Chamisul Toktok (Muscat)
チャミスルトクトク（マスカット味）
Non-alcoholic Beer
ノンアルコールビール
Non-alcoholic Beer (Kirin Greens Free)
ノンアルコールビール（キリン グリーンズフリー）
Soft Drink
ソフトドリンク
Corn Tea
コーン茶
Soda Water
炭酸水
Oolong Tea
ウーロン茶
Cola
コーラ
Ginger Ale
ジンジャーエール
Kirin Lemon
キリンレモン
Korean Muscat Juice
韓国マスカットジュース
Korean Pear Juice
韓国梨ジュース
Korean Peach Juice
韓国桃ジュース
Drinks
お飲みもの
Bottled Beer (Classic Lager)
ビンビール（クラシックラガー）
Green Juice Makgeolli
青汁マッコリル
Whisky
ウイスキー
AJE Matsubara Main Store Location
AJE Matsubara Main Store | Store Information
Store Name: Yakiniku/Salt Horumon AJE Matsubara Main Store
Address: 京都市下京区西木屋町通松原上ル東側 美松会館1F
Phone: 075-352-5757
Access: Approximately a 5-minute walk from Kiyomizu-Gojo Station on the Keihan Line, a distance of about 345 meters.
Business Hours: Weekdays 17:00–23:00; Saturdays, Sundays, and Japanese national holidays 16:00–23:00. May close early if sold out.
Closed: Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Reservations: The official website lists reservations as available on weekdays. Business hours and reservation policies are subject to change; please confirm with the restaurant before visiting.
Budget: Tabelog lists the price range as 4,000 to 4,999 yen per person; actual spending depends on your order.
Facilities: 36 seats, no private rooms, no private bookings, non-smoking throughout, no dedicated parking lot.
Payment Methods: Credit cards and QR code payments are accepted; e-wallets are not accepted. Please confirm accepted brands before ordering.
Related Links:Official Website、Official Menu、Tabelog
