Ai Nishiuma
From Hankyu Juso Station, head southwest to Sakaemachi Shopping Street, where a new yakiniku restaurant opened on July 1, 2024. The owner personally selects the finest quality Wagyu beef, all available at reasonable prices. The first floor features counter and table seating, while the second floor offers VIP room private seating and additional table seating. Each table is equipped with a roaster and a call bell for service.
Courses start at ¥3,850, with the popular standard course priced at ¥5,500, and all-you-can-drink options available for an additional ¥1,100. On this visit, two diners ordered several recommended a la carte dishes, all worth trying:
◯ Wagyu Yukhoe ¥1,080 (¥1,188) - Served with a rich egg yolk, melting in your mouth with intense flavors.
◯ Kintani’s Special Negi Topped Salted Tongue ¥1,780 (¥1,958) - The staff prepares the initial pieces by placing green onions on top, folding them in half, and grilling them to perfection. The thick tongue balances well with the refined flavor of scallions.
◯ Wagyu Sashimi ¥1,280 (¥1,408) - Pair with wasabi and chopped green onions to enjoy the melt-in-your-mouth richness of the beef fat.
◯ Wagyu Tataki ¥1,780 (¥1,958) - Grill the exterior of the fillet piece yourself, then let the staff finish it with a flambé for a dramatic, fiery presentation. Slice and serve with sauce and special ponzu for a tasting experience of unique aroma, savoriness, and sweetness.
◯ Premium Fresh Liver Grill ¥1,080 (¥1,188) - Visually stimulating with its firm edges, this fresh liver is lightly grilled and served with sesame oil and salt.
◯ Kintani’s Special Three-Tiered Assortment ¥3,980 (¥4,378) - Contains special harami with its unique texture and rich flavor, special zabuton from the rib section of the shoulder, and red meat from the outer thigh, all melting in your mouth for a juicy experience.
◯ Clay Pot Garlic Butter Yukhoe Rice ¥1,880 (¥2,068) - A popular dish featuring a rich, decadent blend of garlic and butter.
◯ Italian Gelato Premium Mango ¥450 (¥495) - A gelato of high quality.
◯ Draft Beer, Jug ¥500 (¥550)
◯ Craft Lemon Sour ¥480 (¥528)
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