[Osaka] 10 Restaurants for Shabu-Shabu and Sukiyaki in the Namba and Umeda Area Discover Oishii Japan -SAVOR JAPAN -Japanese Restaurant Guide-

Update-date: Oct 24 2023

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[Osaka] 10 Restaurants for Shabu-Shabu and Sukiyaki in the Namba and Umeda Area

Osaka, one of the most famous gourmet cities in Japan, is home to a long list of fantastic foods. Here are 10 restaurants in the Namba and Umeda area where you can indulge in shabu-shabu (sliced meat parboiled with vegetables) and sukiyaki (hot pot stew) that are perfect for the cold winter!

See full listings of Shabu Shabu and Sukiyaki restaurants found in and around Umeda.

1. Shabuzen Umeda Branch

Shabuzen Umeda Branch offers all-you-can-eat and set menus of quality Japanese Black Wagyu Beef. You can enjoy a wide variety of beef dishes, including refreshing thighs and melt-in-your-mouth rib roast, in your choice of shabu-shabu or sukiyaki. They recommend the "Three Kinds of Carefully Selected Omi Beef Rib Roast / All You Can Eat and Shabuzen's Hospitality", which allows you to taste Omi beef, one of the three Japanese beef varieties. If you are health-conscious, try the "Three Kinds of Lean Japanese Black Wagyu Beef / All You Can Eat and Shabuzen's Hospitality." They also offer a wide variety of alcoholic beverages, especially sake. The luxurious all-you-can-drink option includes all-you-can-drink Japanese sake. The restaurant has a relaxed atmosphere with semi-private rooms that can be used for dates, entertaining clients, or various banquets, depending on the number of people.

Shabuzen Umeda Branch

Open: [Monday - Friday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm) / Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) [Saturday] 11:30 am - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm) [Sunday, National Holidays] 11:30 am - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: It can be accessed from various lines at Umeda Station. 162m from Kitashinchi Station
Address: B1F, Dojima Avanza, 1-6-20, Dojima, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka (Map)

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2. Kuroge Wagyu Dining YO-U

The specialty restaurant presents a haven for Kobe beef and premium Wagyu enthusiasts, offering an exquisite array of yakiniku, shabu-shabu, and sukiyaki. Guests are invited to indulge in the unparalleled dining experience within fully private rooms, where reservations are eagerly awaited. Ranging from intimate gatherings of two to larger parties of up to 28, the restaurant accommodates various group sizes and ensures a seamless dining experience with its contactless ordering system. Immerse yourself in the flavors of the finest beef dishes, crafted to perfection and designed to captivate the senses.

Kuroge Wagyu Dining YO-U

Open: Lunch: 11:30 - 14:30 (last order 14:00) / 17:30 - 22:00 (last order 21:00)
Closed: Dinner on the first and the third Wednesday (Depends on events we have)
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,000 JPY
Access: There is a shuttle bus to the Hyatt Regency from Umeda. Located close to the Nakafuto Station exit.
Address: B1F Hyatt Regency Osaka, 1-13-11 Nankokita , Suminoe-ku, Osaka, Osaka Map
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3. Kitashinchi Shabu-Shabu Kiraku

Discover the exquisite flavors of Kitashinchi Shabu-Shabu Kiraku, where Chef Mr. Hasegawa, from the renowned Gourmandise restaurant in Hiroo, oversees the art of shabu-shabu. Immerse tender meat in our flavorful kelp broth, complemented by homemade ponzu or creamy sesame sauce. Indulge in the luxurious Truffle Suki-shabu and explore our selection of seasonal sake. With a traditional Japanese interior and private rooms offering views of a captivating garden, our restaurant is perfect for creating cherished memories during client meetings, anniversaries, romantic dates, or intimate meals.

Kitashinchi Shabu-Shabu Kiraku

Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O 10:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 20,000 JPY
Access: 5 minutes walk from Kitashinchi station. It is on B1F of the Palmary Inn Dojima Bldg, along Dojima funadaiku dori
Address: B1F, Palmary Inn Dojima, 1-2-7, Dojima, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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4. Kuroge Wagyu Nikusho Ichie Koshitsu Bettei (Kitashinchi)

3. Kuroge Wagyu Nikusho Ichie Koshitsu Bettei (Kitashinchi)

Kuroge Wagyu Nikusho Ichie Koshitsu Bettei is a restaurant where you can savor grade A4-A5 Kuroge Wagyu in a private space. This restaurant has exclusive contracts with cattle farms, so its owner gets to procure carefully selected meats and customers get to enjoy yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), sukiyaki, and shabu-shabu with premium Kuroge Wagyu that is characterized by its high-quality freshness and condensed sweetness and delicious flavors. The [Special Select Kuroge Wagyu Sukiyaki] (6,480 JPY) is an exquisite dish that uses rib roast, which is perfect for sukiyaki. The set also comes with udon (thick noodles) to finish off the meal and dessert for after you’re done eating, so your belly and your heart are guaranteed to be satisfied.

Kuroge Wagyu Nikusho Ichie Koshitsu Bettei

Open: [Monday - Friday] 18:00 - 06:00 the following day (Last order: 05:00 [Saturday, National Holidays] 18:00 - 24:00 (Last order: 23:00)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY
Access: Get of at Kitashinchi Station on the JR Tozai Line, head southeast to Eirakuchodori Street, located near the Miyakojima Taxi.
Address: Taniyasu Rowa Bldg. 1F, 1-9-9 Sonezaki Shinchi, Kita-ku, Osaka, Osaka Map
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5. Fukujukan (Namba)

Fukujukan, an exclusive Kuroge Wagyu restaurant that is directly operated by a well-established meat shop, is a place where you can taste the original Fukujukan beef that comes from cattle bred on its own ranch. Fukujukan beef is subject to strict control in terms of feeds and breeding environment, so it has been ranked as a premium Kuroge Wagyu that has achieved the perfect balance of taste, meat quality, and freshness. When you eat it shabu-shabu style, which has a simple cooking technique in which you lightly and quickly cook the meat in the broth, it gives it an amazing melty texture. When you eat it sukiyaki style, however, it is eaten with special soup stock, so try to enjoy the taste of roasted meat simmered in a salty-sweet stock first, and then savor a different flavor by dipping the meat in egg.

Fukujukan

Open: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,500 JPY
Address: 9F, Takashimaya Osaka, 5-1-18, Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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6. Nikunabe shabu-shabu 029 banchi

Throughout the year, you can indulge in a variety of hot pot dishes and meat dishes. The highlight here is the unique selection of hot pots that can't be found anywhere else, with the standout being the "Salt Lemon Hot Pot" made with a whole lemon, creating a refreshing and visually stunning dish that is immensely popular among women. Additionally, they offer the "Spicy Ramen Shabu-Shabu," the "Iron Plate Sukiyaki" that emphasizes the quality of the meat, and the "Satisfying Harami Steak," among many other menu items that are sure to revitalize you just by enjoying them. The cozy and welcoming interior of the restaurant provides a homely atmosphere, with both counter seats and sunken kotatsu-style seating, making it enjoyable for solo diners as well as families.

Nikunabe shabu-shabu 029 banchi

Open: [Monday~Wednesday] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:30 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm)
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY [Lunch] 800 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Temma station on the JR Line.
Address: 1F Yoshioka Bldg., 2-6-2 Doshin, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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7. Shabujin

　For 30 years, we have aimed to make more delicious sukiyaki, and through repeated research, we have created our original taste. We use not only high-quality beef carefully selected by professional connoisseurs, but also fresh and juicy vegetables. Please enjoy our signature sukiyaki and shabu-shabu.

Shabujin

Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm) [Saturday, Sunday] Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm)

Closed: New Year's holidays are closed
Average price: [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Address: B-1 Takeda Bldg., 2-1-2 Minami-kyuhoji-cho, Chuo-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Map
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8. Kuroge Wagyu Yakiniku Kisshan Kitashinchi branch

Indulge in the exquisite quality, rare cuts, and rich flavors of "A5-grade Matsusaka beef" and carefully selected premium wagyu at Kuroge Wagyu Yakiniku Kisshan Kitashinchi. This establishment exudes an atmosphere perfect for special occasions such as business entertaining, dates, and anniversaries, providing a sense of luxury and escapism. The chic interior, predominantly adorned in white, features table seating as well as private rooms where you can relax without any disturbances. With a diverse menu offering around 50 different beef options, even the most avid meat lovers will be thoroughly satisfied. The sommelier has curated a selection of rare wines for enjoyable pairings, ensuring strict quality control with two cellars. For a fulfilling and memorable experience spent with loved ones, this is a restaurant that you should definitely visit.

Kuroge Wagyu Yakiniku Kisshan Kitashinchi branch

Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 7,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Osaka Station on the JR Line.
Address: 2F FOODEAR Bldg., 1-3-23 Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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9. Hokkai Shabu Shabu Umeda Branch (Higashi Umeda)

Hokkai Shabu Shabu Umeda Branch is a shabu-shabu restaurant that can easily be reached from various subway stations, including Higashi-Umeda and Ogimachi. It is a place where you can enjoy shabu-shabu with high-quality lamb from New Zealand, and Sangenton pork, which is known for its tender meat and sweet taste. The lamb meat has a characteristic rich, delicious taste. It does not have a lot of fat, so it is recommended to health-conscious people. The [All-You-Can-Eat Shabu-Shabu] (4,900 JPY for adults) is very popular as it lets you eat as much lamb and pork belly as you want!

Hokkai Shabu Shabu Umeda Branch

Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:30 pm (L.O. 11:00 pm)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY
Address: 1F, Tsubaki Bldg., 3-22, Togano-cho, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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10. Miyazaki Ozaki Gyuniku Kappo GIN Kitashinchi Branch (Kitashinchi)

Miyazaki Ozaki Gyuniku Kappo GIN is a meat restaurant where you can enjoy the rare Ozaki beef that is limited to stock of only 30 heads of cattle sold per month. This restaurant buys a whole cattle, so it can serve beef cooked in various ways, such as Japanese dishes and steak. They also offer shabu-shabu and sukiyaki at reasonable prices, so you can indulge in the melt-in-the-mouth texture and delicious taste of Ozaki beef to your heart’s content. Customers who are particular about the presentation of food will also love it here since they use custom-made Imashiro earthenware to serve the food. You are bound to be captivated by their elaborate service while dining in a relaxing space.

Miyazaki Ozaki Gyuniku Kappo GIN Kitashinchi Branch

Open: [Weekdays, Saturday, National Holidays and Day before National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
[Weekdays and Saturday] Lunch 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) *Reservation required at least a day in advance
Closed: Sunday, Beginning and end of the year (December 31 - January 3)
Average price: 8,000 JPY
Address: 4F, FOODEAR, 1-3-23, Sonezaki Shinchi, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka

The restaurants on the list serve various types of meat that are sourced from different places, including high-grade Japanese beef and branded pork. So, if there’s a restaurant that caught your eye, make sure to visit!

Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.