Yakiniku Hige

Founded nearly 50 years ago, Yakiniku Hige is a renowned yakiniku restaurant specializing in Kumano beef, a premium brand of Japanese black wagyu raised in the Kumano region of southern Wakayama Prefecture. Only beef that meets strict quality standards earns the Kumano beef designation, and to maintain this exceptional quality, certified retailers are carefully selected—Yakiniku Hige is the only officially certified Kumano beef yakiniku restaurant in Wakayama Prefecture.

Kumano beef is celebrated for its rich, melt-in-your-mouth marbling and savory fat. Due to its limited production, the restaurant also offers other carefully selected wagyu from across Japan. Enjoy a variety of cuts—including loin, belly, and kalbi—all paired with their secret house sauce passed down since the restaurant’s founding. For lunch, they offer affordable set meals that don’t compromise on quality.
The restaurant’s drink selection is equally impressive, featuring around 40 types of wine, 50 varieties of premium shochu, and a range of whiskies.

Inside, guests can choose between counter seating, tables, or traditional tatami rooms. Private rooms are also available, offering a more relaxed and intimate dining experience.