Charcoal-Grilled Lamb at Nikujuya
羊肉炭火焼 肉汁屋
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Charcoal-grilled lamb at Nikujuya in Shimbashi
Looking for lamb in Tokyo’s Shimbashi district? 羊肉炭火焼 肉汁屋 (Nikujuya) specialises in charcoal-grilled lamb, about a 3-minute walk from Shimbashi Station’s Karasumori Exit. Its fresh lamb, approachable prices and relaxed atmosphere appeal to both local diners and visitors. The small restaurant has just 20 seats, with a nostalgic, Showa-era izakaya feel that makes you want to take a photo before settling in.
From T-bone cuts to fresh lamb
Fresh lamb is the main attraction at Nikujuya. The menu includes 生ラム (fresh lamb) and 生ラムチョップ (fresh lamb chops), praised in the original article for their tender texture and mild aroma. The original mentions a 10-second sear, but this is not a universal safe cooking time: cook the meat properly and follow the staff’s cooking guidance. Tボーンステーキ, described here as a lamb T-bone, is another striking dish with a rich, meaty aroma. The article describes staff helping to cut it into manageable pieces after grilling.
If you enjoy trying different cuts, look for 生リブ芯 (fresh ribeye core) and 生ヒレ肉 (fresh tenderloin). The ribeye is described as juicy and full-flavoured, with a little chew; the tenderloin has a lighter, softer texture. The original writer likens the freshness of these cuts to discovering a secret farm.
Hot-pot options and seasonings
Alongside charcoal grilling, the article describes lamb hot-pot options and seasonings such as cumin and coriander. It also mentions a dish called “fresh lamb salad”, combining crisp lettuce, mildly spicy lamb and cumin. Confirm the dish and preparation with the staff; the description should not be read as advice to eat uncooked lamb. The contrast between the vegetables and the richer meat is part of its appeal.
If you associate lamb only with barbecue, these combinations offer another side of it. The article presents the dishes as a mix of familiar cooking and more inventive flavours.
The appeal of charcoal grilling
Nikujuya uses charcoal-grilling equipment that the original writer describes as producing a browned exterior and tender meat. A shichirin charcoal brazier and a perforated iron grill are part of the setup. As lamb fat drips onto the coals, the aroma fills the small dining room—one of the pleasures of this traditional style of cooking.
A relaxed room and attentive service
The article describes friendly service, from telephone reservations to ordering at the table, with staff making diners feel welcome. Its unpretentious Showa-style interior suits a meal with friends or an informal dinner after work.
The smoky setting can leave a barbecue smell on your clothes, so consider wearing something easy to wash rather than your best outfit. For the original writer, that small inconvenience did not detract from the meal.
Prices and value
The original article gives example prices of around ¥3000 for a three-cut fresh-lamb platter and under ¥2000 for individual dishes such as the T-bone. These are reference figures from the source article, not a verified current menu; confirm prices on site. The writer sees the quality of the lamb at those prices as a reason for the restaurant’s popularity near Shimbashi Station.
A lamb restaurant to consider in Shimbashi
The original article recommends 羊肉炭火焼 肉汁屋 for both its lamb dishes and its atmosphere. It suggests that regular lamb eaters, as well as those less familiar with the meat, may find something to enjoy here.
On a visit to Shimbashi, you could step into this small restaurant near the Karasumori Exit, order fresh lamb for grilling and pair it with a refreshing drink. The source recommends booking ahead because the restaurant can be busy.
Japanese audio menu below: check the dish names before ordering.
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Excuse me
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.
Check, please
Where do I pay?
How much is it?
Can I use a credit card?
I will pay in cash
May I have the receipt, please?
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Images are credited to the restaurant’s website in the source article. On-site prices apply.
Fresh Lamb
Genghis Khan Barbecue
Lamb Tongue
Fresh Tenderloin
Fresh Ribeye Core
Steak
T-Bone Steak
Snow Mountain Rock Steak
Hormone (Offal)
Three-Variety Platter
Miso Flavor
Herb Flavor
Lamb Tongue
Tripe
Heart
Beans
Recommended Dish
Fresh Lamb Chops
Lean Loin
Lamb Roll with Egg Sauce
Fresh Lamb Sirloin
Limited Quantity
Fresh Lamb Carpaccio
Fresh Lamb Tataki
Salt-Stewed Lamb
Miso-Stewed Lamb
One Dish
Chinese Cabbage Kimchi
Young Radish Kimchi
Green Onion Kimchi
Kimchi Platter
Lightly Pickled Cabbage
Lamb Potato Salad
Salad
Lamb Lettuce Salad
Tomato Salad with Onion
Cucumber Smash
Lamb Coriander Salad
Flower Coriander
Soup
Salted Lamb Soup
Vegetable Salted Lamb Soup
Rice
Lamb Fried Rice
Vegetable Salted Lamb Rice Soup
Rice
Small
Medium
Large
Sour
Lemon Sour
Roasted Tea Highball
Otoko Ume Sour
Grapefruit Sour
Apple Vinegar Sour
Orange Sour
Oolong Highball
Green Tea Highball
Pickled Plum Sour
Coriander Sour
Beer
Sapporo Black Label
Mega Draft Beer
Highball
Dewar's Highball
Golden Highball
Black Highball
Mega Highball
Hoppy
Red
White
Black
Refill Shochu
Shochu
Soda
Watered Down (usually alcohol)
Hot Water Mix (usually for alcohol)
On the Rocks
Bottle Set
Oolong Tea
Green Tea
Yawaraka Barley Shochu
Glass
Bottle
Karari Sweet Potato Shochu
Glass
Bottle
Cocktail
Lamb Tonic
Bomb Sour
Bra Sour
Bacardi Mojito
Cassis Orange
Cassis Oolong
Cassis Soda
Wine
Heroes
Red
White
Glass
Bottle
Japanese Sake
Nihon Sakura (Japanese Sake)
Plum Wine
Rich Black Plum Wine
Soda
On the Rocks
Soft Drink
Cola
Ginger Ale
Apple Vinegar Soda
Orange Juice
Grapefruit Juice
Oolong Tea
Green Tea
Hojicha
Nikujuya, Shimbashi: map
Nikujuya restaurant information
- Budget: Approximately ¥4,000–¥4,999
- Cuisine: Jingisukan lamb barbecue, izakaya, yakiniku
- Telephone: 050-5890-1104
- Reservations: Accepted
- Opening hours: Monday–Saturday, 17:00–23:30 (last order 23:00)
- Closed: Sundays and Japanese public holidays
- Address: 4-15-8 Shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
- Getting there: About a 3-minute walk from JR Shimbashi Station’s Karasumori Exit (approximately 225 metres)
- Children: Welcome
- Payment: VISA, Master, JCB, AMEX and Diners cards; transit e-money such as Suica, plus Rakuten Edy, nanaco, WAON, iD and QUICPay
- Smoking: Non-smoking throughout
