Sukiyaki Chikayo Shibuya

Restaurant Details

The chic restaurant in Shibuya embraces a pared-back ethos. A U-shaped wooden counter anchors the space against an unembellished backdrop. Each seat is lined with a cast-iron pot, designed by the shop and crafted by the renowned Sanjo Special Cast in Tsubame-Sanjo — an area already renowned for its metalwork — signaling the meal’s focus from the moment diners arrive.

Welcome to Sukiyaki Chikayo, a sukiyaki specialist restaurant led by an owner who is dedicated to using only the highest quality Japanese Black beef from the Tokyo Meat Market. Here, there are no vegetables or tofu — just pure, premium A4 and A5 wagyu. The meat is simmered in a carefully crafted blend of soy sauce and sugar, a simple yet perfected recipe passed down from her mother, Chikayo, after whom the restaurant is named. Chikayo mastered the "golden ratio" of flavors in her home cooking, and this legacy continues in every dish served.

The uncomplicated menu succeeds through painstaking attention to every element of the meal. The beef is grilled over a charcoal-powered iron pot, allowing its beautiful marbling to shine. The rice, a type of Koshihikari called Nita rice, is sourced from Shimane Prefecture and grown by the owner's in-laws. It is cooked in a gas pot all at once, ensuring a plump texture to complement the sukiyaki.

The paced, live-action grilling of meat over the hearth adds an intimate touch to the experience. What starts as a humble sukiyaki transforms into a true work of art. Sometimes, simplicity is all it takes to create something extraordinary.

Sukiyaki Chikayo Shibuya Access Info

• Sukiyaki Chikayo Shibuya is a 4-minute walk from Shibuya Station (West Exit) on the Inokashira Line or a 10-minute walk from the same station (Hachiko Exit) on the JR Lines.

Sukiyaki Chikayo Shibuya Phone Number

Sukiyaki Chikayo Shibuya Business Days

Sukiyaki Chikayo Shibuya Address

Opera House Shibuya 1F, 1-16-15 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0043

Sukiyaki Chikayo Shibuya Cancellation Policy

Cancel your reservation at least 48 hours before the dining start time to receive a full refund.

Sukiyaki Chikayo Shibuya Remarks

• Guests with dietary restrictions and/or food allergies should inform the restaurant beforehand. The restaurant might not be able to accommodate guests who make same-day requests.

• The restaurant reserves the right to refuse reservations to guests who have excessive dietary restrictions, particularly those of fish or vegetables.

• The course menu content listed above is an example and is subject to change based on seasonal availability.

• The restaurant cannot always guarantee that it can provide guests with their preferred seating options after a reservation due to availability.

• The pictures provided are for illustrative purposes.