It seems to have opened recently, so I decided to check it out. They do have sauces available upon request, but basically, the cabbage is seasoned on its own, so the style is to eat it together with the meat. I kept getting refills of cabbage and ended up eating a lot of meat! Anyway, it was cheap and delicious! The service was great, too; everyone was very friendly.

The newly opened "Shinkōenji Meat Distribution Center," located on the site of the former Nyuuhou, is about a 10-minute walk straight along the Pal Shopping Street from Kōenji Station towards Shin-Kōenji Station. The restaurant is known for its unique style of grilled horumon (offal) served with cabbage without any sauce. A special cabbage is provided as an appetizer, and you can get free refills! The prices for meat are generally below 500 yen, making it a great spot for regular visits. The atmosphere is casual, making it perfect for fans of popular yakiniku. ☆ Particularly memorable dishes ☆ - The texture of the thickly sliced tongue (tanshio) is unforgettable! Many of the meats are naturally flavored, so they taste great from the first bite. - The horse sashimi yukhoe was incredibly sweet. - The meat-wan karubi has beautifully marbled fat! I recommend trying it with sauce. - The combination of the fatty part of the beef tripe (giara) and its crunchy texture is just right. There's a special spice on the table that you can use to customize your dish. - While the regular cold noodles are delicious, the sauceless tantan cold noodles are excellent! They have a thick sesame sauce and a nice chewiness. If you’re looking to drink, definitely order the Mega Drink! There’s a wide variety of side dishes that make you want to stay forever in this distribution center. The speed of service is smooth, but I wonder if it will get really crowded later on? The energetic customer service was a highlight!

A yakiniku restaurant has opened in a prime location just one minute on foot from Shin-Koenji Station. While looking for a place to drink in Koenji with friends, we were intrigued by this new restaurant and decided to try the yakiniku. Every type of meat was reasonably priced yet of excellent quality, and it was incredibly delicious! The thick-cut wagyu beef tongue was around 1500 yen, which reflects a significant effort from the restaurant to offer great value. Not only was the meat impressive, but the selection of side dishes was also abundant, leading us to order much more than we initially planned! The alcoholic drinks, like lemon sour and highballs, are a fantastic deal at just 500 yen for a mega size. Happy hour is daily until 7 PM, making it an exceptional offer! This is a highly recommended spot for both meat lovers and drink enthusiasts, thanks to its delicious offerings and fantastic cost-performance.

A newly opened yaki-niku (grilled meat) restaurant in the shopping street of Shin-Koenji. I was invited by a friend, and it felt like a fun neighborhood barbecue place, making me want to visit regularly if it were nearby. They promote "yaki-niku without sauce," but they marinate the meat well, so it’s delicious to eat as is. Here’s what we ordered: ★Sakura Yukke (raw horse meat) ★Horse liver sashimi ★Thickly sliced premium beef tongue ★Karubi (beef ribs) for meat lovers ★Premium harami (skirt steak) ★Maruchou (intestines) ★Giara (rectum) ★Yagen (wing tips) ★Seseri (neck meat) ★Yukke-jang udon (spicy soup with noodles) ★Naan-style tantan cold noodles ★Cold noodles. They offer unlimited refills on the cabbage appetizer, which is finely chopped and comes with a natural dressing that pairs well with the meat. It’s also great that almost all the menu items can be ordered in half sizes. We all gathered around the roaster, having fun grilling meat together. This is the best way to enjoy it! First, we had the yukke. The flavor of the horse meat is enhanced by the special sauce! I was happy to be able to enjoy the liver here as well. The beef tongue was on another level compared to typical casual spots. Cooking it patiently, we savored its juicy taste and texture. The lean meat had a great balance of fat, and the hearty organs made the drinks go down well! Plus, the drinks here are cheap! Highballs and lemon sours, for instance, are normally 299 yen, while the mega size is 499 yen! And during happy hour until 7 PM, they’re only 29 yen!!! Regular menu items are 199 yen during happy hour, soft drinks 99 yen, and draft beer is 299 yen for Sapporo Black Label, with bottled beers at 399 yen. With these prices, we could easily host a drinking party. The noodles served at the end were also quite delicious. The cold noodles had a lovely chewy texture, and the dry kind was especially tasty. It’s a really convenient place. I’ll definitely be back!

Today's MENU▼ Thick-cut Upper Beef Tongue ¥1,539 Upper Beef Tripe ¥879 Sakura Yukke ¥879 Kimchi (2 kinds) ¥549 Chilled Cucumbers ¥439 Giarra ¥549 Yagen (wing part) ¥439 Katsu Calbi ¥659 Upper Harami ¥1,209 Octopus & Chorizo ¥439 Egg Soup ¥439 Cold Noodles ¥879 Cabbage Appetizer (free refills) ¥439 Mega Beer Mug ¥549 Right near Shin-Takayama Station, there’s a shopping street leading to Koenji where "Ryutsu Center" has just opened! I had to check it out while exploring the neighborhood. The seating accommodates groups easily, including box seats which are great for meals with friends or family. There’s also a happy hour with discounted drinks, so it’s worth checking out if you plan on starting early. While “town barbecue” usually gives the impression of being cost-effective, Ryutsu Center has multiple stores, making it reliable for delicious meat. Plus, the extensive menu is a big plus! They offer not just beef, but also pork, chicken, and a variety of side dishes, from main courses to desserts – it’s all up for grabs. For drinkers, the price of the Mega Beer Mug is incredibly appealing! Everyone at our table was ordering the Mega Beer Mug and toasting. Personally, I highly recommend the thick-cut tongue and the upper tripe! The tripe is plump and larger, providing a great bite, and the tongue was also sizable! Since I’ve been going to yakiniku often lately, I was very satisfied with my grilling skills! When dining with a group, you tend to want more quantity over quality, right? Thank you for the meal! Address: 2-20-8 Koenji Minami, Suginami-ku, Tokyo, 1F JT Shin-Takayama Building 2 minutes’ walk from Shin-Takayama Station Estimated cost: ¥3,000~ Visit time: Weekday around 7 PM Smoking: Not allowed Closed: Undecided