In May of this year, a solo shabu-shabu specialty restaurant opened on the 1st floor of Godzilla Building in Shinjuku Kabukicho! You can enjoy shabu-shabu by sitting at the counter with your own pot. The interior is bright and clean, with a welcoming atmosphere for solo diners. The menu offers a variety of options including individual items and sets. I chose the great value Aged Black Wagyu Enjoyment Set which includes three types of aged black Wagyu (40g each) along with rice, noodles, or glass noodles. The top loin was the most delicious, with a beautiful marbling that melted in your mouth. The set also comes with two dipping sauces - special citrus ponzu and rich sesame sauce. I recommend dipping the meat in the ponzu sauce with plenty of green onions. The set also includes fresh vegetables and glass noodles, making it a satisfying meal overall.

Shabu-shabu set for 1518 yen - I forgot the name, but I think it's the best value set. There's a lot of meat and vegetables, so it's good for winter. However, the taste is not exceptional. They also offer a free drink if you bring a movie ticket, which is a nice bonus.

One person shabu-shabu ☺️✨ A hot pot party that you can start anytime without gathering people‍♀️✨ I finally went to Hitori Shabu-Shabu Shichidaime Matsugoro @hitori_matsugoro that I have been curious about☺️ With so many choices of meat, vegetables, and other ingredients, I ended up ordering a set for beginners. The restaurant has a clean and lab-like counter, creating a focused solo shabu-shabu time☺️ The dipping sauces are the classic ponzu and sesame. The table condiments, including garlic chips, are rich and I recommend adding the garlic chips to the sesame sauce❤️ At first, I was worried about not being able to finish everything, but surprisingly, the portion was just right, and I even wished I had ordered more rice. Despite being fast food, the staff came by to ask how the taste was, making me feel well taken care of. This is a great spot for those who want to enjoy a quick shabu-shabu meal‼️ Thank you for the delicious meal! #Foodie #Foodstagram #FoodieGirls #FoodieWanted #FoodieClub #TokyoFood #TokyoFoodMap #ShinjukuLunch #ShinjukuFood #KabukichoFood #KabukichoLunch #OnePersonShabuShabu #HitoriShabuShabuShichidaimeMatsugoro #Shinjuku

After returning from overseas, I felt like having shabu-shabu, so I went to "Nanadaime Matsugoro" located on the first floor of a building where TOHO Cinemas Shinjuku is. I was seated in the back and received a detailed explanation. I ordered the assorted brand pork set using a check sheet. I chose the M size for both vegetables and meat. The sauces available were ponzu and sesame, with various condiments set on the counter. The taste was decent, and I enjoyed having shabu-shabu by myself in a casual setting. Thank you for the meal.

Shinjuku is bustling with tourists once again, and one popular spot is the "Godzilla Building." It's a common sight for us locals, but for first-time visitors, it's a moment of excitement to see Godzilla and snap a picture. I heard that there's a solo shabu-shabu restaurant on the first floor of the Godzilla Building, so I finally had the chance to visit. The place is called "Hitomishabu Shichidaime Matsugoro," and despite its traditional-sounding name, it has a trendy and bright cafe-like atmosphere. Just like customizing a burger, you fill out an order sheet with your choice of vegetable quantity, meat type and quantity, and choice of rice, noodles, or glass noodles. I ordered small vegetables, medium Okuyama chicken, small pork loin, and glass noodles. A personal shabu-shabu pot was placed on an IH heater in front of me, and the heating began. While waiting for it to boil, the vegetables, chicken, pork, ponzu sauce, sesame sauce, glass noodles, and noodle sauce were served on a tray. The glass noodles have their own sauce in a bowl, and you can adjust the flavor by adding broth to your liking. First, I cooked the vegetables thoroughly, which included unique options like red core radish, sweet potato, broccoli, bean sprouts, and pea sprouts. The vegetables were fresh and delicious, especially the red core radish and sweet potato. Next, I shabu-shabu'd the meat, which was thinly sliced and cooked quickly, making it a great option for a quick lunch. While the meat wasn't outstanding, it was tasty. The biggest surprise was the glass noodles. After adding about five cups of broth, I added the boiled glass noodles and slurped them up. They were delicious, especially with the flavorful soup. I even added some garlic chips for an extra kick. I couldn't resist getting a refill. After finishing the soup, I left satisfied and will definitely return for a refreshing lunch. Another satisfying meal at Hitomishabu Shichidaime Matsugoro!

Once again, on a hot summer day off, I felt hungry before watching a movie, so I decided to visit "Nanadaime Matsugoro," a solo shabu-shabu restaurant in Shinjuku Godzilla Building that I had been curious about. Despite the sober name, the modern and stylish interior in white tones exuded cleanliness, and there were many women present. Today, I ordered a pork shabu-shabu tasting set and water warabi mochi for dessert. In conclusion, this is the perfect lunch to boost your energy as the days get hotter in summer. The best part is being able to enjoy freshly cooked meat and vegetables alone in a casual setting. I felt dangerously tempted to keep eating as if it were all-you-can-eat. What impressed me the most this time was the service of the staff. They explained the system carefully to first-time customers and constantly checked on each customer to ensure they enjoyed their meal to the fullest. The location, presentation, service, and taste all contribute to the fantastic lunch cost performance. I definitely want to visit again. Thank you for the meal.

When I went on a Sunday evening, there were no customers. I chose the 【Super Value Full Set (excluding tax 1,380 yen)】 since it was my first time, where you can freely select the amount of meat and vegetables. However, there was no explanation provided, and the ingredients were just placed without any further service. Honestly, I didn't think the service was good. The ingredients were average, so I felt that it would be more cost-effective to go alone to a shabu-shabu all-you-can-eat restaurant.

Shabu shabu is easy to eat and convenient even when dining alone, and it's also great for going with a friend. I've been there so many times already, haha. The Agu pork with plum sauce is delicious, but the ice dashi broth is also really tasty. If you ask the staff, they'll still change it for you, so I always order that. The plum sauce is good too, though, haha. It's fun to enjoy the different tasty sauces.

The cost performance is terrible, the taste is average at best. The sesame sauce and ponzu are nothing special, and the meat tastes like it was frozen. The vegetables are also refrigerated. I can't even remember what I ate. The lab-style interior was a bit off-putting.

The individual hot pot concept was innovative! I'm not good at going out to eat alone, so I went with someone, but it didn't bother me that the counter was not separated. I usually prefer pork, but the beef was delicious. I found that the price correlates with the quality after trying different options. When I ordered the "L" size, they asked if I was okay with about 1kg of meat, which was considerate. The all-you-can-drink option was affordable and it was a fun restaurant experience.

After watching a movie at TOHO Cinemas Shinjuku, I went to a shabu-shabu restaurant that I had been curious about. Since it was a late lunch, I was able to enter without waiting in line. Despite the restaurant's name, it seemed like most customers were coming in pairs. I ordered the Super Value Full Set for 1380 yen. As you can see in the photo, the portion was generous and filled me up. However, the taste was disappointing. To be honest, I didn't feel satisfied paying 1300 yen for lunch, and I don't think I will come back again.

You can easily choose the amount of vegetables and type of meat by yourself, making it convenient for women dining alone. The restaurant has counter seats, so many solo diners were there, but I went with a group. The food was very delicious.

Before the movie screening, I was looking for a quick bite to eat and stumbled upon a restaurant on the first floor that seemed like I could dine in alone. The interior was bright, so I accidentally walked in. Since it was early, there weren't many customers. I ordered the "Neck Festival Set" for 1129 yen (1241 yen including tax). Hmm, dining alone might not be so bad after all.

It's easy to go alone because you order on paper at the beginning of the shabu-shabu meal, with each person having their own pot. It's great that you can order small amounts even though it's all-you-can-eat, as I can't eat a lot. Even after drinking two drinks, the bill was under 2000 yen. The interior is clean and I'm happy that such a nice restaurant has opened right in the middle of Kabukicho.

Today, I went to Kabukicho for a disco event at a small venue. It looked like it might rain, so I gave up on riding my bike and took the Yamanote Line instead. I hadn't eaten breakfast or lunch, so I decided to wander around the area known for being the safest in Japan. It only took a 5-minute train ride to get to Kabukicho, which has changed a lot. A famous high-rise hotel and complex will be opening near the Toyoko store soon! I hope it brings positive changes. I ended up at a restaurant called "Hitori" which is perfect for dining alone. The food was better than expected for the price, and the vegetables were surprisingly plentiful. Overall, I was satisfied with my experience and would definitely visit again. It made me think that it would be nice if places like Imahan and Matsugoro could continue to exist as they are.

I love having shabu-shabu at home once a week, but going to a shabu-shabu restaurant alone can be a bit intimidating. Luckily, I heard from members of a shabu-shabu enthusiast group about a restaurant where you can enjoy shabu-shabu alone, similar to Yoshinoya. I quickly searched and found a place in Shinjuku, near the Godzilla statue, called "Hitori Shabu-Shabu Nanadaime Matsugoro." The restaurant used to specialize in sukiyaki, but now offers shabu-shabu. The atmosphere is cozy, with a glass counter where solo diners can be seen. The menu offers options for meat, rice, and vegetables in small, medium, or large portions, which is perfect for dining alone. I tried the "Assorted Pork Set," which was surprisingly generous in portion size. The staff recommended dipping the meat and vegetables in a sesame sauce with chili oil, black pepper, and fried garlic for a delicious flavor. I enjoyed the meal so much that I want to go back when I'm even hungrier.

I finally visited a restaurant that I had seen on a YouTube short video, where they served shabu-shabu. After receiving an explanation about the condiments, I dipped the meat in ponzu sauce and took a bite... Hmm, something seems off. The ponzu sauce tasted salty, almost as if it had turned into something else. Unfortunately, the special ponzu sauce didn't suit my taste, so I ended up eating the rest of the shabu-shabu with sesame sauce. I used to be a ponzu sauce fan, so it was a bit disappointing. However, the beer was delicious, and the expertly prepared shabu-shabu was enjoyable overall. The ambiance of the restaurant and the staff were great too.

"Ichigen Shabu-shabu 7th Generation Matsugoro" I post various foodie adventures♪ I'll also share some of my home-cooked meals occasionally. ▶︎▷▶︎ @matsu_stagram43 ◀︎◁◀︎ Please follow me! If you find any interesting restaurants, be sure to save them by clicking the ribbon icon in the bottom right corner and giving a like to boost my motivation♪ Feel free to DM me if you have any questions about membership posts, etc. ( •ᴗ•)・・・ @hitori_matsugoro @kabuki_matsugoro On this day, I visited this restaurant for the first time with a beautiful woman from Thailand♪ A place where you can enjoy shabu-shabu alone with one pot! The theme is "Just right for me, solo shabu-shabu." Shabu-shabu for one person does seem just right!! haha This time, since I was in the midst of body shaping, I ordered plenty of vegetables and focused on chicken meat♪ The meat is sliced right after the order is placed! Since all seats are at the counter, it's nice to be able to see it right in front of you. The meat is thinly sliced and easy to eat! The vegetables are fresh and beautifully arranged♪ It's nice to be able to enjoy shabu-shabu at your own pace, one slice at a time, sometimes two or three, according to your own sense. The bright and clean interior of the restaurant is also very nice✨ And the staff is energetic and pleasant! I feel like stopping by such a restaurant at unexpected times ( •ᴗ•) Located in the Shinjuku Toho Building, it's a very easy-to-spot landmark! It's also nice to be able to casually drop by when you have a bit of time to spare, such as while waiting for a movie or a meeting♪ Next time, I want to keep eating until I'm full! haha Thank you for the meal. ▼▼ Information excerpted from Tabelog and others below ▼▼ ────・────・────・────・──── 【Restaurant Name】Ichigen Shabu-shabu 7th Generation Matsugoro Shinjuku Toho Building Branch 【Nearest Station】Shinjuku Station on various lines 【Address】1F Shinjuku Toho Building, 1-19-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 【Business Hours】11:30-23:00 (Last Order 22:00) 【Regular Holiday】None in particular 【Budget】☀️¥1,000-¥2,000~ 【Notes】Official Instagram available, no reservations, various cashless payments accepted, no private rooms, not available for full rental, Wi-Fi available

I mentioned to someone who knows good food that I like sukiyaki, and they recommended this restaurant where you can have sukiyaki for lunch and it's delicious. The location is easy to find, in the building where TOHO Cinemas is located in Kabukicho. The restaurant is bright and stylish with a white color scheme. All seats are at the counter, with a pot set up in front of each seat. It's a trendy restaurant that can be used for dates. Although it's a shabu-shabu restaurant, I ordered sukiyaki for 2948 yen, while my friend ordered the most expensive shabu-shabu set with aged black wagyu for 3938 yen. The restaurant has a focus on the quality of the meat, including their own brand of pork and premium wagyu beef. The quality of the meat was excellent and well worth the price. The sukiyaki was delicious, with the meat wrapped around vegetables and tofu in a pot, cooked in a special sauce without using water. The meal also included a premium brand egg, which I enjoyed with rice and the meat. The vegetables under the meat were tender and flavorful, creating a perfect dish. The service at the restaurant was fantastic, with various promotions like free water dumplings for adding them on LINE, and special offers like free drink with a movie ticket stub. Overall, it was a great dining experience, and I look forward to coming back to try more dishes. The shabu-shabu my friend had looked delicious too. It was a luxurious meal this time, but they also offer more affordable options for around 1500 yen, so it's a place where you can enjoy a satisfying meal without breaking the bank. It was a truly delightful experience.

Solo Shabu-Shabu at Shichidaime Matsugoro in Shinjuku! This time, I visited with a gift certificate from Basshi-san. The restaurant has a clean counter-only seating where you can enjoy your meal at your own pace. Try adding shichimi to the sesame dipping sauce, and add plenty of condiments to the ponzu sauce for a delicious experience. The portion size of the meat in the set meal is generous and beautifully arranged. Menu ordered: Super Value Set for 1,380 yen. Note: If you mention Basshi-san's post, you can get 2 pieces of aged black Wagyu beef for free until 1/31. Limited to Shinjuku Toho Building branch and customers who order a set menu. Restaurant details: Shichidaime Matsugoro Shinjuku Toho Building branch, Phone: 050-5890-7499, Address: 1-19-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Shinjuku Toho Building 1F. #Shinjuku #ShinjukuGourmet #ShinjukuLunch #ShinjukuDinner #ShinjukuSetMeal #ShinjukuShabuShabu #SoloShabuShabu

I visited the Shinjuku Toho Building branch of "Hitori Shabu Shabu Nanadaime Matsugoro" for a repeat visit. After watching SLAMDUNK, I tried the recently started "Aged Black Wagyu Sukiyaki". I filled out an order sheet with my preferred vegetables, meat, and rice, and the luxurious and fun shabu-shabu where they slice it for you in the restaurant is great. But when you order "sukiyaki", it's a set meal which is convenient. Also, the menu is perfect for me as it doesn't include mushrooms which I'm allergic to. The large pieces of meat have vegetables inside, so the flavor of the meat permeates into the vegetables. The sauce is not too strong and delicious. They also provided extra sauce, but I didn't use it. I may have made a mess of the rice, but I tried making a sukiyaki bowl and it was delicious and fun. With the movie ticket, you get a free drink and they also have a ¥1100/60-minute all-you-can-drink option, making it convenient for drinkers. I am very satisfied and will come back again, as I often watch movies here. Thank you for the meal.