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This feature focuses on “Where to enjoy great beef tongue in Tokyo”! In the first half we’ll highlight six spots especially loved by Hong Kong visitors to Japan; in the second half we’ll recommend four celebrated shops popular across the country.
If you’re planning a Tokyo food trip, missing out on local gyutan would be a real pity. Tokyo’s diverse dining scene makes beef tongue one of its must-try specialties.
We’ve compiled a handy list of 10 top gyutan restaurants that get glowing reviews from visitors from Hong Kong and around the world. Expect a table full of tasty surprises — these places combine skilled cooking and creative menus to show gyutan at its best.
From char-grilled to slow-simmered or roasted until tender, each restaurant showcases its own style to fully satisfy your taste buds. Whether you’re a foodie who cares about ingredient quality or you prefer subtly smoky grilled dishes, these picks have something for you.
Ready to dive into Tokyo’s gyutan scene? Check out these 10 highly recommended restaurants and add some delicious memories to your trip.
AutoReserve editors' Top 10 Tokyo Beef-Tongue Restaurants
1. ‘Shinjuku Yakiniku — Gyutan no Lemon’ / (Shinjuku)
2. ‘Aburi Gyu-tan Isshin’ Ueno Main Store / (Taito — Ueno)
3. ‘Gyutan Arashi’ Shinjuku West Exit / (Shinjuku)
4. ‘Rikyu LUMINE EST Shinjuku’ / (Shinjuku)
5. ‘Kotanino’ / (Minato — Shirokane)
6. ‘Gyutan iroha’ / (Shinagawa)
7. ‘Nikuya’s Gyutan — Tanosuke Sakaba Otemachi’ / (Chiyoda)
8. ‘Gyutan Charcoal Grill WASUKE’ / (Chuo)
9. ‘Tasukes’ / (Minato — Shinbashi)
10. ‘Gyutan Yaki Kimura’ / (Taito — Ueno)
新宿燒肉 牛舌的檸檬
Shinjuku Yakiniku Beef Tongue Lemon
신주쿠 야키니쿠 규탄 레몬
新宿烧肉 牛舌的柠檬
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“Gyutan no Lemon” Main Store: The ultimate thick-cut gyutan experience in Shinjuku
Shinjuku Yakiniku — Gyutan ‘Gyutan no Lemon’ Main Store — Store Details
- Price: Lunch about JPY 1,000–1,999; Dinner about JPY 4,000–5,999
- Type: Beef tongue, yakiniku, offal dishes
- Phone: 050-5571-2239
- Accepts reservations: Reservations accepted
- Business hours:
- Mon–Thu, Sun: 11:30–15:00, 17:00–22:00 (last order 21:00)
- Fri–Sat: 11:30–15:00, 17:00–23:00 (last order 22:00)
- Closed: No fixed holidays
- Address: B1F, YS Building, 7-16-12 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
- Access:
- About a 4-minute walk from Shinjuku Station West Exit
- About a 2-minute walk from Toei Oedo Line Shinjuku-Nishiguchi Station (D5 exit)
- About a 5-minute walk from Seibu-Shinjuku Station
- Child-friendly: Children welcome
- Payment: VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMEX, Diners accepted
- No smoking/Smoking: Fully non-smoking; smoking area located near the entrance
燒肉一心舌助 上野本店
Yakiniku Isshin Tankei Ueno Main Store
야키니쿠 잇신 탄스케 우에노 본점
烧肉一心舌助 上野本店
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「焼肉一心たん助 上野本店」: Ueno’s ultra-thick beef-tongue heaven
Yakiniku Isshin Tansuke Ueno Main — Store Info
- Budget: Around 4,000–7,999 JPY per person
- Type: Yakiniku, Beef Tongue, Offal BBQ
- Phone: 050-5890-4848
- Reservations: Reservations accepted; recommended via the official website
- Business hours:
- Weekdays: 16:00–22:40 (last entry 21:00)
- Saturdays, Sundays & Holidays:
- 12:00–14:40 (last entry 13:00)
- 16:00–22:40 (last entry 21:00)
- Holidays: Irregular; please confirm in advance
- Address: 3rd Floor, Sanshuya Building, 4-5-9 Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo
- Access:
- 4 min walk from JR Ueno Station Exit 6
- 2 min walk from JR Okachimachi Station North Exit
- Stroller/Children: Not clearly specified
- Payment: Accepts VISA, Master, JCB, AMEX, Diners
- Smoking: Entire shop non-smoking
「牛たん 斎」: A Sendai-style thick-cut gyutan feast near Shinjuku West Exit
Located in Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku, ‘Gyutan Sai Shinjuku West Exit’ specializes in Sendai-style gyutan dishes. The restaurant is just a 2-minute walk from JR Shinjuku Station, making it an easy stop for diners.
‘Gyutan Sai’ is famous for its thick, tender beef tongue prepared using traditional charcoal-grill techniques. The outside gets a light char while the inside stays juicy — a cooking style rooted in Sendai’s gyutan culture that highlights the ingredient’s natural flavor so guests enjoy the purest taste.
The restaurant’s must-order ‘Gyutan Yaki’ features carefully salted and charcoal-grilled thick-sliced tongue, served with barley rice, pickled mountain yam, and oxtail soup to create a rich, balanced meal that’s both delicious and nourishing. They also offer creative dishes like ‘gyutan simmered with ponzu’ to add variety to the experience.
Opening hours are lunch 11:30–14:00 and dinner 17:00–23:00, covering different dining needs. The shop seats 45, including traditional seating and a bar counter, offering a warm and comfortable dining vibe. Private rooms for 10–12 people are available for parties and gatherings.
Gyutan Sai Shinjuku West Exit — Store Info
- Budget: Dinner around 3,000–3,999 JPY
- Type: Beef Tongue, Izakaya, Dining Hall
- Phone: 03-5339-7203
- Reservations: Reservations accepted
- Business hours:
- Mon–Sun & National Holidays:
- Lunch: 11:30–14:00
- Dinner: 17:00–23:00
- Saturday, Sunday & National Holidays:
- Dinner: 17:00–22:00
- Mon–Sun & National Holidays:
- Holidays: No regular holidays (closed only at year-end/New Year; check store for details)
- Address: B2F, Imon Nishishinjuku Building, 1-16-4 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku, Tokyo
- Access: 2 min walk from JR Shinjuku Station (about 255 m)
- Stroller/Children: Yes — toddlers, preschoolers and young children welcome
- Payment: Accepts VISA, Master, JCB, AMEX, Diners
- Smoking: All seats non-smoking
炭燒牛舌利久 ルミネエスト新宿店
Charcoal-Grilled Beef Tongue Rikyu Lumine Est Shinjuku Store
규탄 숯불구이 리큐 루미네에스트 신주쿠점
炭烧牛舌利久 ルミネエスト新宿店
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Gyutan Sumiyaki Rikyu Shinjuku: Enjoy authentic Sendai charcoal-grilled beef tongue in Tokyo
Rikyu is a famous Sendai beef-tongue specialty brand, and the Shinjuku branch is on the 7th floor of Lumine EST — a super convenient location. The restaurant grills beef tongue over charcoal using a handcrafted seasoning technique. The tongue is charred outside, tender inside, and full of flavor.
They also offer rich side dishes like oxtail soup and barley rice to make the meal even more rewarding.
The signature course is the “Gyutan Ultimate Set,” made from premium tongue, carefully seasoned and charcoal-grilled for a unique aroma and texture. The “Gyutan Taste Comparison Set” lets you sample different styles (for example, salty vs. sauced), so you can enjoy multiple flavors in one sitting. Each set comes with their special tail soup, fresh pickles, barley rice, and house-made boiled vegetables for a balanced and satisfying meal.
To suit different tastes they offer several set options — such as the “Big Cut Gyutan Set” and a “Build-Your-Own Gyutan Set” — plus gyutan skewers and more, so guests can try a variety of flavors. Takeout is available too, convenient for enjoying at home or the office.
LUMINE EST Shinjuku — Rikyu Shinjuku Branch Info
- Budget: Lunch & Dinner approx. ¥2,000–¥2,999
- Type: Gyutan (beef tongue) cuisine, cafe
- Phone: 050-5868-3649
- Reservations: Reservations accepted
- Opening Hours: Daily 11:00–21:00 (last order 20:30). Business hours follow Lumine EST’s opening hours.
- Closed: No fixed holidays; follows Lumine EST’s schedule.
- Address: 7F, Lumine EST Shinjuku, 3-38-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
- Access: About a 1-minute walk from JR Shinjuku Station, or a 1-minute walk from the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line (Shinjuku Station).
- Child seating: Not specified
- Payment: Credit cards (VISA, Mastercard, JCB, etc.), IC transit e-money (e.g., Suica), and QR payments (PayPay, d-barai, Rakuten Pay, au PAY)
- Smoking: Entire shop non-smoking
Nikuttei Kotakino Shirokane: Matured beef tongue delicacies at Shirokane-Takanawa
Located in Shirokane (Minato, Tokyo), Nikuttei Kotakino Shirokane is a high-end restaurant specializing in matured beef-tongue dishes. It’s only a short walk from Shirokane-Takanawa Station, so getting there is easy. Using unique aging techniques and precise cooking, the restaurant delivers an exceptionally refined gyutan experience.
The signature dish is the gyutan shabu-shabu hotpot. They use carefully matured beef tongue, sliced paper-thin like sashimi; after a quick dip it becomes tender and silky in the mouth. This dish really highlights the tongue’s distinctive flavor and is a favorite among regulars. The menu also includes other gyutan creations like grilled skewers, gyutan sashimi, and slow-cooked gyutan stews — each prepared with care to satisfy different tastes.
The interior is designed with a traditional Japanese folk aesthetic, elegantly decorated to create a warm and refined dining atmosphere.
Nikuttei Kotakino Shirokane — Info
- Budget: ¥10,000–¥14,999 per person
- Type: Gyutan cuisine, shabu-shabu, Japanese cuisine
- Phone: 03-6408-9537
- Reservations: Reservations accepted
- Opening Hours: Mon–Sun 17:00–23:00 (last order 22:00)
- Closed: No fixed holidays
- Address: 1-14-10 Shirokane, Minato-ku, Tokyo
- Access: About a 3-minute walk from Shirokane-Takanawa Station (Tokyo Metro Namboku Line / Toei Mita Line), Exit 4 (approx. 272 m).
- Child seating: Available
- Payment: VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMEX, Diners
- Smoking: Separate smoking area (heated-tobacco only)
大井町牛舌 色葉
Oimachi Beef Tongue Iroha
오이마치 규탄 이로하
大井町牛舌 色叶
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Gyutan iroha: The ultimate beef-tongue dining in Oimachi
Located in Oimachi, Tokyo, “Gyutan iroha” is a specialty restaurant dedicated to beef tongue. It’s a stone’s throw from Oimachi Station east exit (about a 10-second walk) and has been serving creative, high-quality gyutan dishes since opening on May 13, 2015. The restaurant is known for a variety of gyutan preparations that have won guest praise.
Signature dishes include charcoal-grilled gyutan and slowly simmered gyutan stews. The grilled gyutan uses fresh tongue, carefully seasoned and cooked over traditional charcoal for a crisp outside and juicy interior with a distinctive aroma. The simmered gyutan is cooked slowly until the meat is tender and melts in your mouth, served with a special sauce that brings you back for more. They also offer other creative gyutan dishes like gyutan steak and roasted gyutan, all carefully prepared to satisfy different palates.
The interior blends traditional Japanese style with modern touches to create a warm, comfortable dining vibe. Wooden tables, warm lighting, and tasteful decor help diners enjoy both the food and the atmosphere. With about 55 seats including counter and booth seating, it’s suitable for small friend gatherings, family meals, or business dinners.
Oimachi Gyutan iroha – Shop Information
- Budget: About ¥3,000–3,999 per person
- Type: Beef-tongue dishes, izakaya, grilled meat
- Phone: 050-5571-7836
- Reservations: Online reservations
- Business hours:
- Mon–Sat: 12:00–late (closes around 02:00). Last orders — food: 00:55, drinks: 01:25
- Sun & holidays: 12:00–late (closes around 01:00). Last orders — food: 23:55, drinks: 00:25
- Business hours may change due to circumstances; we recommend contacting the shop to confirm.
- Closed: No fixed holidays
- Address: 5-3-2 Higashi-Oi, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo
- Access: 4-minute walk from Oimachi Station East Exit (JR Keihin-Tohoku/Negishi Line) — about 77 m
- Child friendly: Not specified
- Payment: Credit cards accepted (VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMEX, Diners); e-payments accepted (PayPay, d払い, Rakuten Pay, au PAY)
- Smoking: Smoking allowed at all seats
舌之助酒場 大手町店
Tansuke Tavern Ōtemachi Store
탄노스케 사카바 오테마치점
舌之助酒场 大手町店
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“Tannosuke Tavern: Otemachi’s Beef-Tongue Eats & Drinks”
Located in Otemachi (Chiyoda, Tokyo), “Tannosuke Tavern Otemachi” is a restaurant specializing in gyutan (beef tongue). It sits on B1 of the Otemachi Park Building (1-1-1 Otemachi), a super convenient spot near many subway lines—easy to reach between sightseeing and business. Known for high-quality beef-tongue dishes and a wide drink selection, the place aims to create a relaxed, feel-good dining vibe.
They use carefully selected gyutan and refined cooking techniques to serve a variety of tongue dishes. Their signature salt-grilled and miso-grilled gyutan are seasoned with care and grilled until slightly charred outside and tender inside—simple, tasty, and much loved by customers. They also serve gyutan stews and hamburger-style gyutan plates that combine tongue with other ingredients for unique flavors to please different palates.
To pair with the food, the bar offers many drink choices, including whiskey, sake and shochu, so you can enjoy diverse beverage picks while eating. The restaurant seats 66 in total—bar seats, tables, counters and sofa seating—great for different group sizes. We recommend checking business hours and booking ahead to ensure a smooth meal.
Tannosuke Tavern Otemachi – Shop Information
- Budget: Lunch ¥1,000–1,999; Dinner ¥3,000–3,999
- Type: Gyutan (beef tongue) dishes, izakaya, Japanese cuisine
- Phone: 050-5594-7270
- Reservations: Reservations accepted
- Business hours:
- Mon–Fri:
- Lunch: 11:00–15:00
- Dinner: 17:00–23:00 (last order 22:30)
- Mon–Fri:
- Closed: Saturday, Sunday and national holidays
- Address: B1F, Otemachi Park Building, 1-1-1 Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
- Access: About a 3-minute walk from Otemachi Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda, Tozai, Marunouchi, Hanzomon lines and Toei Mita Line); about a 15-minute walk from JR Tokyo Station Marunouchi North Exit
- Child friendly: Yes — infants, preschoolers and elementary school kids welcome; strollers allowed
- Payment: Credit cards and e-payments accepted
- Smoking: All seats non-smoking
- Official site: https://tannosuke.com/
牛舌炭火燒 和助
Charcoal-Grilled Beef Tongue Wasuke
규탄 숯불구이 와스케
牛舌炭火烧 和助
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『WASUKE』: Famous Thick-Cut Gyutan Charcoal Grill in Hatchobori
Gyutan Charcoal Grill WASUKE — Shop Information
- Price: Dinner course ¥6,000–¥7,999
- Type: Gyutan (beef tongue), grilled meats, izakaya-style
- Phone: 050-5593-9727
- Reservations: Reservations accepted
- Hours: Mon–Fri 17:30–22:00
- Closed: Saturday, Sunday, national holidays
- Address: B1F ICM Chuo Building, 2-16-3 Hatchobori, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
- Access: 4-minute walk from Hatchobori Station (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line) — approx. 225 m
- Stroller access: Not specified
- Payment: Accepts VISA and MasterCard; also accepts PayPay
- Smoking: Non-smoking throughout the seating; smoking area available inside the shop
杜之都 太助 汐留店
Forest City Tasuke Shiodome Store
모리노미야코 타스케 시오도메점
杜之都 太助 汐留店
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“Morino Miyako Tasuke: Sendai gyutan specialty — charcoal-grilled flavor and culture”
Located in Tokyo’s Shimbashi/Shiodome area, “Morino Miyako Tasuke Shiodome” is a restaurant specializing in Sendai-style charcoal-grilled beef tongue. It’s on B1 of Shiodome City Center, close to Shimbashi—easy to reach by JR or subway.
“Morino Miyako Tasuke” follows the unique grilling method of the original Sendai gyutan pioneer, developed by the founder and refined to match local tastes. After studying cooking in Tokyo and learning techniques in France, the founder adjusted tongue thickness and seasoning to create a subtly flavored, slightly salty grilled gyutan suited to Japanese palates. This approach has made the dish popular nationwide.
The restaurant uses high-quality beef tongue, cooked low-and-slow then sliced into roughly 1 cm pieces to keep the fresh texture. Grilling over premium long charcoal at high heat locks in the juices: a lightly charred exterior with a tender, juicy inside and a distinctive smoky aroma. This traditional frying/grilling technique lets customers enjoy the tongue’s original taste.
Set meals typically include rice, beef-tail soup, pickles, and yam paste. Rice is rich and pairs well with the tongue; the tail soup is nourishing and flavorful; the pickles are refreshing; and the yam paste adds texture and depth. These side dishes complement the main gyutan for a satisfying meal.
We recommend booking in advance during peak times to secure a seat. The dining space blends traditional and modern styles for a warm, comfortable atmosphere.
Morino Miyako Tasuke Shiodome — Shop Information
- Price: Lunch ¥2,000–¥2,999; Dinner ¥4,000–¥4,999
- Type: Gyutan dishes, grilled meats, izakaya-style
- Phone: 050-5596-5597
- Reservations: Reservations accepted
- Hours:
- Mon–Fri: 11:00–15:30 (last order 15:00), 17:00–21:30 (last order 21:00)
- Sat & national holidays: 11:00–15:30 (last order 15:00), 17:30–20:30 (last order 20:00)
- Hours may change—please contact ahead to confirm
- Closed: Sunday; national holidays may also affect opening—check Shiodome City Center hours for details
- Address: B1F Shiodome City Center, 1-5-2 Higashi-Shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
- Access:
- JR Shinbashi Station, Shiodome Exit — 3-minute walk
- Subway Shimbashi Station Exit 2 — 3-minute walk
- Subway Shiodome Station — 1-minute walk
- Stroller access: Yes
- Payment: Credit cards, electronic payments, QR code payments
- Smoking: Non-smoking throughout
- Official website: https://morinomiyakotasuke-shiodome.com/
“Tan-yaki Kimura: Ueno gyutan specialist — exploring ultimate taste and tradition”
“Tan-yaki Kimura” sits in Ueno, a short walk from Okachimachi Station, and focuses on beef tongue dishes. Their signature is the gyutan shabu-shabu: very thin slices of beef tongue briefly dipped in a special broth for about 7 seconds—resulting in an amazingly tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture that customers love.
They also serve thick-cut grilled tongue, stewed gyutan, and many other variations to satisfy different tastes. The cozy restaurant offers counter seats ideal for solo diners and table seating for families or groups. From Okachimachi Station North Exit, it’s about a 3-minute walk.
Gyutan Grill Kimura — Shop Information
- Estimate: ¥4,500–¥5,999 per person
- Type: Gyutan (grilled beef tongue), hot pot, izakaya
- Phone: 03-5817-4987
- Reservations: Reservations accepted
- Business hours: Daily 16:00–24:00
- Regular holiday: No fixed holidays
- Address: 3F, Ueno YS Building, 2-5-1 Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo
- Access: 4-minute walk from JR Ueno Station
- Child policy: Not specified
- Payment: Cash only
- No smoking: Entire shop is non-smoking
Did you find a place that made your mouth water?
Tokyo is full of restaurants serving the famous “gyutan” (beef tongue). If you want authentic gyutan in Tokyo, check the list above and give this tasty Japanese specialty a try!
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