Restaurant Details

Yakiniku Ueno Taishoen, a legendary yakiniku chain in Ueno, has been delighting loyal patrons since 1963. It stays true to yakiniku’s traditional flavors and Korean soul food origins while maintaining its signature "Taishoen flavor."

Its annex, or bekkan, branch embraces this through its design. The spacious dining area features wooden-themed tables, while the private room — decked in tatami, earthen walls, and sunken tables — offers an intimate setting for up to 30 guests.

On paper, the menu may seem lackluster, missing the extravagant touches often found at high-end yakiniku establishments. Yet, Taishoen perfects the classics. The offerings are meant to be appreciated on the palate rather than as visual spectacles. The only exception might be the salt-marinated beef tongue, for instance — thin slices wrapped around spring onions, tied with Chinese chive ribbons to resemble a gift.

At lunchtime, the spotlight shifts to the wagyu yukhoe bowl, a Korean-style beef tartare served atop a rice bowl, showcasing the richness of finely chopped raw wagyu. The classics continue across the menu, starting with unlimited namul and kimchi before leading into mains like wagyu chateaubriand (for those choosing the premium course) or premium loin (available in the standard course). A seafood platter featuring shrimp, scallops and squid, as well as options like chicken, round out the selection.

Classically rooted, Yakiniku Ueno Taishoen proves that tradition stands the test of time.

Yakiniku Ueno Taishoen Annex Remarks

• A minimum of two guests is required to make a reservation. Please reserve for the number of guests who will be attending.

• 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 below 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.

Yakiniku Ueno Taishoen Annex Business Days

Yakiniku Ueno Taishoen Annex Address

Sunshine Building 2F, 2-5-4 Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-0005

Yakiniku Ueno Taishoen Annex Access Info

• Yakiniku Ueno Taishoen Annex is a 6-minute walk from Ueno Station (Shinobazu Exit), a 3-minute walk from Okachimachi Station (North Exit), a 2-minute walk from Ueno-hirokoji Station (Exit A3), a 2-minute walk from Ueno-okachimachi Station (Exit A3), a 3-minute walk from Yushima Station or a Naka-okachimachi Station (Exit 4).

Yakiniku Ueno Taishoen Annex Phone Number

Yakiniku Ueno Taishoen Annex Cancellation Policy

Cancel your reservation at least 72 hours before the dining start time to receive a full refund.