Uesugi Ginza Honten

Restaurant Details

Wagyu beef is one of Japan's most famous exports, descended from the proud lineage of the Japanese Black cow, and raised with immense care. From these, very few wagyu types are considered good enough to be part of the "kings" of Japanese wagyu.

Yonezawa beef, from the northern Yamagata Prefecture, is commonly considered wagyu royalty. It is this beef that is served at the Uesugi yakiniku restaurants. Yonezawa ranchers claim that the heavy snows in Yamagata keep the minerals sealed in the grass over the winter, which the cattle then benefit from as they graze in the spring.

A proud wholesaler of Yonezawa beef, Uesugi eschews purchasing individual cuts from different heads of cattle in favor of purchasing an entire cow at a time. Doing so ensures consistency in quality and flavor across all the cuts procured from it, from sirloin to top round to chateaubriand.

The food isn’t the only draw, however. The prime fifth-floor location of Uesugi’s main store in the heart of Ginza means that the night view is one of the most sought-after in Tokyo. Floor-to-ceiling windows allow for unobstructed views of the Tokyo skyline. Diners can enjoy a gorgeous view as they feast on equally gorgeous beef — reserve a seat early enough in advance, and a request for a seat near the windows might just be granted.

Uesugi Ginza Honten Remarks

• The restaurant cautions that meat consumed raw carries a risk of food poisoning and/or disease. Children and the elderly in particular are advised to refrain from raw meat dishes, and to cook their food thoroughly before consumption.

• While the restaurant specializes primarily in Yonezawa beef, it also serves other types of domestic kuroge wagyu black beef. Occasionally, the menu may also incorporate beef imported from abroad as well. 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.

Uesugi Ginza Honten Business Days

Uesugi Ginza Honten Address

Gicros Ginza Gems 5F, 6-chome-4-3 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo, 104-0061

Uesugi Ginza Honten Access Info

• Uesugi Ginza Honten is located 2 minutes on foot from Ginza Station on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line, or 3 minutes from the same on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line.

Uesugi Ginza Honten Phone Number

Uesugi Ginza Honten Cancellation Policy

Cancel your reservation at least 3 days before the dining start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.