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Gyugin Honten
Enjoy exceptional Matsusaka beef sukiyaki at this long-established restaurant founded in 1902.
“Gyugin Honten” is a long-established sukiyaki restaurant in Uomachi, Matsusaka City, Mie Prefecture, founded in 1902. It is known for selling premium “Matsusaka beef” and serving sukiyaki dishes. Working with local farmers, it has contributed to improving the quality of “Matsusaka beef.” It is also a renowned restaurant visited by leading figures from political and business circles, as well as writers. It was also selected for the “COOL JAPAN AWARD 2019” by the Cool Japan Council.
One of its specialties is the careful selection of only the highest-grade “Matsusaka beef.” You can enjoy only Matsusaka beef with an exquisite balance of lean meat and fat. The signature “sukiyaki” is carefully grilled one slice at a time and enjoyed with simple seasoning using only soy sauce and sugar. In addition, you can savor a wide variety of Matsusaka beef dishes, including “shabu-shabu,” “amiyaki,” and “mizutaki.”
The restaurant has Approx. 50 seats and also offers private rooms. It can accommodate groups ranging from 2 people to at least 30 people. With a calm atmosphere centered around tatami seating, it is suitable for a wide range of occasions, including family outings, gatherings with friends, couples, and business entertainment. It also offers convenient access from sightseeing spots such as Matsusaka Station and the Matsusaka Castle Ruins. Here, you can experience both history and top-quality “Matsusaka beef” cuisine at the same time.
Highlights
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A long-established sukiyaki restaurant in Uomachi, Matsusaka City, Mie Prefecture, founded in 1902.
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Known as a renowned restaurant for selling “Matsusaka beef” and serving sukiyaki.
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Carefully selects the highest-grade Matsusaka beef, with an exquisite balance of lean meat and fat.
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The signature sukiyaki is an exceptional dish seasoned with only soy sauce and sugar.
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With private rooms available, it is ideal for families, business entertainment, and visits combined with sightseeing.
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The exterior of “Gyugin Honten,” founded in 1902
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Carefully selected Matsusaka beef with an exquisite balance of lean meat and fat
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You can also fully enjoy Matsusaka beef as grilled filet
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“Shiochiri,” in which the meat is lightly seared and seasoned with soy sauce and pepper
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Mainly tatami seating, with private rooms also available
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Is a reservation required?
Reservations are accepted on weekdays only. On all other days, guests are seated on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Are there any sightseeing spots nearby?
The “Matsusaka Castle Ruins” are Approx. a 15-minute walk away, and the “Matsusaka Municipal Museum of History and Folklore” is around 10 minutes away by car.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 牛銀本店
- Postal Code
- 515-0082
- Address
- 1618 Uomachi, Matsusaka City, Mie Prefecture
- Phone
- 0598-21-0404
- Hours
- 11:00am–8:00pm (Last admission at 6:30pm, Last food order at 7:00pm)
- Closed on
- There are closures during the year. Please check the official website for details.
- Price Range
- 10,000 yen and up
- Access
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1) Approx. 15 minutes on foot from Matsusaka Station on the Kisei Main Line
2) Approx. 15 minutes on foot from Matsusaka Station on the Kintetsu Yamada Line - Credit Cards
- Accepted
- Official website
- Official website (Japanese)