Showa Taishu Horumon Soemon-cho

Showa Taishu Horumon, the city-famous yakiniku joint near Namba Station, channels the spirit of the 1950s. And excitingly, it is a late-night gem, staying open until 8 am. the next day. The store takes its inspiration — and name — from the Showa era, reflected in its decor. Exposed wood, mismatched bricks, earthen walls and plastered retro posters envelop the space in nostalgic charm. With the charcoal grill ready to go, the store offers some of the country’s most impressive horumon (offal), sourced through exclusive channels, ensuring maximum freshness. The selection includes both popular cuts and rarities, like tetchan, a rare part of the cow's large intestine that crisps up beautifully over the flame. While offal might not be appealing to everyone, the store’s extensive and fresh selection — prepared with care to avoid any pungent flavors — might just turn even the most offal-adverse into the most obsessed. Showa Taishu Horumon’s signature dish, "Harami Baka," features a hefty skirt steak generously rubbed with a bold, spicy sauce, while the "Special Rare Steak Yukhoe Style" showcases tender meat wrapped around a rich Ra-ou egg from Oita Prefecture. Other lean meats, like standard skirt steak or salt-marinated beef tongue, are served raw, ready to be cooked tableside. With spacious communal tables and a retro atmosphere, the energetic waitstaff ensures the fun never stops, serving drinks and leading joyful toasts.