A hidden gem of a yakiniku restaurant. The sign is unreadable but the atmosphere is amazing, with a well-maintained entrance and staircase. There are very few staff members, making it feel like a small operation. All seats are private rooms, and the interior is clean and well-designed. They use a smokeless roaster that still uses charcoal, which was a first for me. The quality of the meat is excellent, though the prices reflect that. Overall, it's a straightforward and traditional yakiniku experience.

I made a reservation at the Tai Gen Bekkan for my wife's birthday celebration. I made the reservation for Friday at 5:00 pm. We arrived at the reservation time, but there was no staff at the front desk. My wife went to the restroom, and we waited for about 2-3 minutes until a male staff member finally appeared. We were seated in a private room. Since he was wearing a mask, it was a bit difficult to understand his words. But since we were here to eat meat, it wasn't a big problem if we couldn't hear clearly. We had reserved a course for ¥10,000 per person. I ordered a beer, and my wife ordered a non-alcoholic beer. We were served 6 types of appetizers, followed by salad and kimchi. Then, the meat arrived. We started with beef tongue and sirloin. We also ordered an extra large serving of rice to accompany the meat. And then, the highlight of the day arrived - the "Chateaubriand"! It looked majestic, like Ayers Rock in Australia. It was incredibly thick! The sliced Chateaubriand was brought to us with garlic chips on the side. Delicious. Delicious!! I can't find any other words to describe it. It was so tasty. Grilled vegetables were served, and they were seasoned with olive oil before grilling. Chinese cabbage and gochujang were also served. After finishing the Chateaubriand, we were served the Zabuton and Togarashi cuts of meat for grilling. We grilled the thinly sliced meat, rich in marbling, dipped in sukiyaki sauce, and then dipped in egg. That was the last of the meat dishes. A small plate of curry rice was served. For dessert, we had berry ice cream, smooth pudding, and two grapes. We paid at the table. As we were leaving the restaurant around 7:00 pm, there was no one to see us off. Perhaps the staff were busy with other customers since it was around 7:00 pm. However, it was a bit unusual not to have a send-off at a high-end restaurant. Perhaps they were short-staffed. Overall, we were satisfied with the meat. I have uploaded pictures on my blog, so please take a look if you're interested. Baron Moosan's Blog: https://baron-moosan-blog.online/

I visited the annex behind the main building of Tai Gen for the first time. I felt like having some good meat after a long time, so I decided to go to this high-end yakiniku restaurant with private rooms. As expected of a high-end restaurant, each item was quite expensive: harami sashimi for 1500 yen, Tai Gen salad for 1000 yen, thinly sliced tongue for 2700 yen, misuji for 2000 yen, lamp for 2500 yen, grilled sirloin for 1500 yen, kupa for 1000 yen, and cold noodles for 1000 yen. Hmm, everything is delicious. Maybe they should cut the harami sashimi a bit thinner and increase the number of slices? The grilled sirloin is really tasty. But my favorite is the cold noodles (laughs). However, if you're not particular about having a private room, the main building might be just fine.

When I suddenly craved yakiniku, I asked Taigen for recommendations and ended up going to a popular restaurant that was also featured on Asadesu Kyushu. The yakiniku, liver, and kurimi were all delicious. The separate building with private rooms was a nice touch, and the atmosphere was cozy. The yakiniku was different from the main building, with thinner and smaller cuts of meat, but still very tasty and melt-in-your-mouth. I look forward to visiting the main building again once travel restrictions are lifted. I wonder if the main store is located in Kagoshima, known for its black wagyu beef. I'll have to look into it.

I went to the Tai Gen annex for dinner, which I had been curious about. I have never been to Tai Gen before. The annex had a great atmosphere and the service was excellent. I was able to relax in the luxurious interior. This time, I ordered individual dishes instead of a course meal! I had thinly sliced tantan sashimi, ichibo lamp, harami stone bibimbap, and grilled shabu-tan. I love tan, and this was the most delicious tan I have ever had. The texture was great, and it was light yet satisfying, so I kept wanting more. Maybe it's because I'm still young, but I wanted to have cocktails, but there were only two types available, so I wished there were more options. This time, I tried various individual dishes, but next time, I want to come for a tan-focused meal.

On this day, I was wandering around this area for a particular reason. After finishing my errands, I decided to have a meal here. While there is a main building, this time I went to the annex. They had tongue sashimi, so I ordered that along with a beer to cheers. I ordered a variety of dishes and enjoyed eating and drinking. Everything was delicious! They cook everything on a smokeless charcoal roaster, so it was a comfortable charcoal-grilled experience. Thank you for the meal. I started to get a little bored. Grilled meat is.

The photo is only of the last meat sushi. Four of us had the sukiyaki course for 8,000 yen. It was quite a lot of food, with kishimen and dessert after the sukiyaki. The total cost, including alcohol, came to 12,000 yen per person.

Today was my first time visiting this restaurant, and the raw beef tongue sashimi was delicious. If I have the chance to visit Fukuoka again, I would definitely like to come back to this restaurant for yakiniku. Thank you very much.

I forgot to take a picture of the delicious and satisfying curry I had... Also missed taking a photo of the dessert... 😅

I went to Tai Gen's annex to eat sukiyaki. It is located behind the main building of Tai Gen. The interior is sophisticated and hidden, with all rooms being private, making it suitable for entertaining guests. The food is delicious, of course. If you plan to drink alcohol, it's a good idea to budget around 15,000 yen per person.

I went there about 5 years ago, but I still remember how delicious it was! You can enjoy high-quality meat from various parts, and the private rooms are also nice. It might be good for celebrations and special occasions.

Delicious! I also like the atmosphere.

I will be leaving Kyushu due to a job change. Before I go, I decided to try some delicious food unique to Kyushu, starting with yakiniku. I saw this place on TV before and it caught my interest. I made a reservation for one person and visited the restaurant. All the rooms were private, so I didn't feel uncomfortable dining alone. The restaurant had a very upscale atmosphere. A trainee waiter came out, but their speech was a bit awkward. I ordered Chateaubriand, thinly sliced tongue, harami, and a draft beer. The Chateaubriand was priced at 6300 yen, which seemed expensive, but considering in Osaka you would pay the same price for half the size of fillet, it might be reasonable. Even on a weekday, some items like harami and thick-cut tongue were sold out. I started with the beer, which was cold but slightly warm. Then, the meat kept coming one after another. The Chateaubriand was larger than I expected, which was lucky. I was full after trying three items. The meat was delicious, but for the price, it felt just average. The Chateaubriand was so tender that you could cut it with chopsticks. It was sliced vertically, so it tore at the fatty parts. However, the meat lacked a bit of flavor and left some tendons after eating, which was disappointing. The manager asked me three times, "How was the Chateaubriand?" and I kept answering, "It was delicious," feeling a bit tired. I was in the middle of moving, so I wore casual clothes, which may not have been the best choice for such a high-end restaurant. I also parked my bike in front of the fancy restaurant, which might not have been appropriate.

There is a nice annex behind Taien! I heard from a friend and decided to visit. The approach from the small, stylish logo sign to the entrance of Taien Annex enhances the luxurious atmosphere. As you climb the stairs, the entrance has a very nice ambiance! The private rooms are spacious and well-designed, making it feel a bit distant when sitting across from each other. I ordered a 10,000 yen course, which included Taien's meat and other dishes, making it feel like a good deal considering the quality and atmosphere. I definitely want to visit again!

In Fukuoka, there is a restaurant called Taigen Bekkan where you can enjoy high-quality meat. The entrance and rooms are luxurious, and they serve charcoal-grilled meat. The menu only offers premium cuts of meat, which you can enjoy with elegant dipping sauces and salt. They serve delicious beef tongue sashimi and thick-cut beef tongue that melts in your mouth when grilled. The premium kalbi, sirloin, and lamp meat are also amazing. The misuji is tender and flavorful, while the ichibo has a good amount of marbling. It's a blissful dining experience. The Taigen salad with a spicy and refreshing flavor is a nice palate cleanser after the rich meal. The beef in Kyushu is truly exceptional. I definitely want to come back again.