Yakiniku (Japanese barbecue)Hiro Station10 min walk
Kirakutei
きらく亭
Steak-like thick-cut tongue and one-side-grilled scallion tongue: long-beloved yakiniku in Minami-Azabu
- Famous for thick-cut tongue
- Negi tan shio grilled on one side
- Popular thick-cut skirt steak
- Delightful finishing cold noodles
- Great for anniversaries and business dinners
- Hard to book on weekends
- Upscale, relaxed interior
- All seats non-smoking; private hire available
Slowly grilled to perfection, the thick-cut tongue turns remarkably tender, filling the palate with deep flavor—Kirakutei, founded in 1997, is a long-favored yakiniku spot in Minami-Azabu renowned for its thick-cut meats. Its signature negi tan shio, perfumed with finely chopped scallions and sesame oil, is traditionally grilled on only one side, a favorite item that many regulars order without fail. The thick, juicy skirt steak (harami) rich with savory fat, the well-balanced loin (roce), and the crunchy raw omasum tripe (senmai sashi) are also classic staples, while refreshing seafood-based cold noodles and oxtail-based gomtang soup await as comforting finishes. The all-non-smoking dining area, centered on table seats, offers an upscale, serene ambiance complemented by hospitable staff who subtly advise on the best grilling level. Private and semi-private rooms are large rooms suited for groups, and full private hire is also available. Though the budget is in the ¥10,000 range, it receives high praise for providing immense satisfaction that matches the meat quality and portion size, serving as a dependable venue for everything from casual get-togethers to anniversaries and business entertainment.
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- Cuisine
- Address
- 4-11-26 Minamiazabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0047, Japan (Minamiazabu Bldg. B1F-1F)
Address in Japanese: 東京都港区南麻布4-11-26 南麻布ビル B1F～1F
- Nearest station
- Hiro Station10 min walk (772 m)
- Phone
- 03-3442-0729
- Budget
- Dinner
- ¥10,000–¥14,999
- Reservations
- Reservations accepted
- Payment
- Credit cardAccepted
- E-moneyNot accepted
- QR code paymentNot accepted
- Seats
- 35 seats
- Table seats
- Semi-private room
- Private room
- Counter seats
- Smoking
- Non-smoking
- Parking
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Accessibility
- No
- Power outlets
- No
- Private hire
- Available
- Opened
- June 1997
Opening hours
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| Tue | Closed |
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Opening hours and closing days may change. Please check with the restaurant before visiting.
Features & facilities
- Private rooms
- Non-smoking
Map & access
4-11-26 Minamiazabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0047, Japan (Minamiazabu Bldg. B1F-1F)
Address in Japanese: 東京都港区南麻布4-11-26 南麻布ビル B1F～1F
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