Shinsayo Yakiniku
Established in 1975, the restaurant still maintains its quaint Showa Period Japanese atmosphere. All the grilled teppan-yaki and yakiniku BBQ meat dishes are made only using the finest Japanese black wagyu. You can also enjoy offal yakiudon, stir-fried noodles, with a delicious miso-based sauce.
DetailDetailed information
- Address
- 1001-3 Sayo,Sayo Town
- Telephone Number
- 0790-82-3398
- Opening Hours
- "11:00～14:30 16:30～19:00 *Friday only 11:00-14:00 Open only by reservation in the evening *Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays: 11:00-19:00
MAPNeighborhood Information
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