Shin-Okubo has Tokyo's highest concentration of Korean BBQ. We've curated 5 restaurants from budget-friendly to premium, with per-person costs, specialties, and ideal occasions.
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Shin-Okubo is not just about Korean fried chicken — **it also has one of the highest concentrations of yakiniku restaurants in Tokyo**.
From affordable all-you-can-eat at ¥2,500 to premium wagyu at ¥8,000, five restaurants cover most needs.
Editor's Note: Items 4 and 5 in this article (Jeju Island, Korean Beef Specialty) are meat type references, not specific restaurant names. 'Gyuukaku' is a Japanese yakiniku chain. Please confirm all-you-can-eat plans and prices directly with each restaurant.
5 Yakiniku Restaurants
01｜Korean Pork House｜All-You-Can-Eat Affordable
Korean all-you-can-eat signature dish. **¥2,800/person / 90 minutes unlimited meat refills**, including pork belly, chicken, seafood, and side dishes.
On a budget and not picky about quality? This option lets you eat your fill without breaking the bank.
02 | Dae Jang Geum | Korean Set Meal
Not all-you-can-eat, but **à la carte ordering is the main focus**. Grilled meat sets ¥3,500-5,000, served with 6-8 types of side dishes.
A choice to savor each type of meat carefully, prioritizing quality over quantity.
03｜Gyuukaku Charcoal-Grilled Yakiniku｜Japanese-Korean Fusion
Gyukaku, a Japanese chain restaurant, Shin-Okubo branch. **Japanese grilling technique + Korean sauce**, ¥3,000-5,000 per person.
Try our Japanese-Korean fusion style options.
04｜Jeju Island (제주도)｜Jeju Black Pork
Featuring **Jeju Island black pork**, with firm, chewy meat texture. ¥4,500-6,000 per person.
Explore our selection of specialty meat offerings.
05｜Korean Beef Specialty｜Premium Wagyu
Korean Beef + Japanese Wagyu Premium Meat Selection. ¥6,500-9,000 per person.Special occasions (anniversaries, birthdays) available by reservation.
5 restaurants covering the ¥2,800-9,000 range, with **easier walk-ins on weekday afternoons**. Weekend evenings are best reserved in advance.
A 5-minute walk from IGO HOTEL takes you to the concentrated yakiniku restaurant district along Okubo-dori.
※ Business hours, prices, addresses, and menus of the shops mentioned in this article are subject to change without notice. Some items are reference examples and not specific shop recommendations. Please check the official website or on-site announcements of each shop before your visit.
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