Yakiniku Shimizu
Yakiniku Shimizu is a Tokyo gem, celebrated for its exceptionally tender A5 Kobe beef and legendary thick-cut tongue.
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Yakiniku Shimizu
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Must-see attractions
Yakiniku Shimizu is a Tokyo gem, celebrated for its exceptionally tender A5 Kobe beef and legendary thick-cut tongue.
Reserve in Advance
Secure your table and guarantee specialty items like the thick-sliced tongue by making a reservation ahead of time.
Preorder Premium Cuts
Enhance your dining experience by preordering sought-after cuts such as the prized Wagyu Tongue.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Yakiniku
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+81 3-3492-2774
Address
2F, 4 Chome-29-13 Nishigotanda, Shinagawa City, Tokyo 141-0031, Japan
Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Thick-Cut Beef Tongue
Indulge in a rare, inch-thick cut of beef tongue, celebrated for its incredibly tender and buttery texture.
A5 Kobe Beef
Savor top-tier A5 Kobe Wagyu beef, known for its exceptional marbling and flavor, offered at competitive prices.
Green Onion Ponzu Kalbi
A standout dish featuring tender kalbi marinated in a zesty green onion ponzu sauce for a perfect flavor balance.
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Reserve in Advance
Secure your table and guarantee specialty items like the thick-sliced tongue by making a reservation ahead of time.
Preorder Premium Cuts
Enhance your dining experience by preordering sought-after cuts such as the prized Wagyu Tongue.
Mind Quick Table Turnover
Be aware that staff may encourage a swift exit after your meal, so plan conversations accordingly.
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Reserve in Advance
Secure your table and guarantee specialty items like the thick-sliced tongue by making a reservation ahead of time.
Preorder Premium Cuts
Enhance your dining experience by preordering sought-after cuts such as the prized Wagyu Tongue.
Mind Quick Table Turnover
Be aware that staff may encourage a swift exit after your meal, so plan conversations accordingly.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Yakiniku Shimizu is highly praised for its exceptional quality A5 Kobe beef and particularly its unique, thick-cut beef tongue, offering a top-tier yakiniku experience. While the food quality is consistently lauded, some diners note that the service can feel rushed, and there are occasional mentions of attempts to take advantage of tourists. Despite these drawbacks, it remains a favorite for its excellent meat and reasonable prices.
"This place is clearly well established, interior needs a bit of a refresh to keep up with the quality of the food. The flavour of the harami, kalbi, and rosu were amazing but the beef tongue was the show stopper - I still don’t understand how they’re able to retain soft buttery texture in such a thick cut of meat. Beef tongue is typically sliced thin to compensate for chewy texture, but we got a one inch thick cut that was unreal in both flavour and tenderness. Another grand slam was the green onion ponzu kalbi, solid 10/10."
Ramin E
"Wagyu Yakiniku Shimizu serves high-quality beef with excellent marbling and clean cuts. The meat quality is undeniably top-tier, and the service is friendly and efficient.
However, the overall experience felt a bit straightforward—lacking the extra flair or surprise that would push it to 5 stars. Still, a solid choice for serious wagyu lovers."
Denise Zhang
"The meat was delicious and the BBQ was clean and hot - what wasn't great was the service. They insisted that a drink purchase was required, even though the locals nearby had water, and they tried to bring us otoshi (compulsory appetizer), but we refused it because no one else had been served one. If looks could kill, we'd be dead, because the hostess was staring daggers at us the rest of the meal. I'm pretty sure we were shorted meat on our order as a result, because we got an uneven number of pieces for an even number of orders.
If you're a tourist or visitor, beware, because they will 100% try to take advantage of you. If you're willing to sidestep that, however, the food is excellent (albeit quite expensive)."
Meghan Humphries
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Frequently Asked Questions
The restaurant is most famous for its incredibly tender thick-cut beef tongue and high-quality A5 Kobe Wagyu beef.
Yes, reservations are highly recommended, especially for securing specialty items like the thick-sliced tongue.
The thick-sliced beef tongue is a rare cut, with only a limited number available per cow, so preordering or reserving is advised.
While the food is excellent, some reviews suggest being cautious as there are reports of attempts to take advantage of tourists.
The menu features other popular items like Bibimbap, Naengmyeon, and various Korean stews (Jjigae).
Some diners find the service to be quite quick, with staff encouraging prompt table turnover after the meal.
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Most people agree that Shimizu has the best Wagyu Tongue in Tokyo. Luckily, there are many other things to like here as well, whether it’s the easy accessibility, menu flexibility or A5 Kobe Wagyu that is around half the price you’d pay at other restaurants. The flavour of the Wagyu and Yakiniku itself is not as exceptional as other places and you’re not going to achieve Wagyu perfection here, but sometimes you don’t want that.
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Get ready to experience outstanding A5-ranked beef at Yakiniku Shimizu, featuring delicate, sweet meat with beautiful marbling from female cattle—a rare find in the market. Their signature dish, thick-cut beef tongue, is a true rarity, with only five slices available from a single cow. Indulge in this slowly cooked delicacy, seasoned with salt to enhance its fine texture and rich umami flavor.
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Yakiniku Shimizu is a yakiniku restaurant located about a minute's walk from Fudo-mae Station. They use A5 rank Kuroge Wagyu beef, which is very valuable, and their specialty menu is thick-sliced tongue that only about 5 pieces can be taken from one cow.
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