“Bouya Horumonkan Uenorokuchōme” (hereafter referred to as “Bouya Horumonkan”), a yakiniku restaurant in Ueno, is so popular that most seats are filled as soon as it opens for business.
Nearly half the customers visiting the restaurant are international tourists.
The reason for its popularity is the high-quality wagyū beef available at reasonable prices, explaining why it’s almost always fully booked!
The wagyu assortment platter at Bouya Horumonkan is a must-order!
Many diners who visit the restaurant order the wagyu assortment platter.
By sampling and comparing different cuts, including lean meat and rare parts, you can really appreciate the quality of the wagyu served here.
“和牛４種盛り,” Wagyu Assortment Platter (4-types) 6,578 JPY (tax included)
The cuts vary daily; on the day of our visit, it included sirloin, outside round, center-cut ribeye, and inside skirt.
There’s also a platter featuring six types for those who want to try even more varieties.
All cuts of meat are rich with sweet fat and have a texture that melts in your mouth. If you lightly grill them without overcooking, you can really savor the exquisite texture of wagyu.
The tare (yakiniku dipping sauce) contains aromatic vegetables like green onions and radish, with a hint of peach puree for subtle sweetness.
When paired with the fatty wagyu, it not only provides a refreshing aftertaste but also complements all cuts of meat.
The spicy skirt steak is a social media star
Another signature dish is the “Chunk Harami (skirt steak) with Black Pepper”. As the name suggests, it’s served as a large block of skirt steak.
“塊ハラミの黒胡椒焼き,” Chunk Skirt Steak with Black Pepper 1,848 JPY (tax included)
After grilling the surface, use the provided scissors to cut it into bite-sized pieces.
The meat is pre-seasoned with black pepper paste, so it can be enjoyed without additional sauce.
The first thing that surprises you when you take a bite is the tenderness of the meat.
It’s easy to chew yet has a pleasant firmness, releasing its umami with each bite.
Skirt steak, being a low-fat cut, has a refreshing aftertaste, and the robust black pepper flavor leaves a strong impression.
The delicate umami of the skirt steak and the sweetness of the fat are accented by the bold spiciness of the black pepper, captivating you with just one bite.
Morioka chilled noodles are perfect for ending the meal
To finish off your meal, try the Morioka chilled noodles.
A specialty of Morioka City in Iwate Prefecture, this dish features a strong broth made from beef and chicken, with firm noodles.
“盛岡練り出し自家製冷麺（大盛）,” House-made Morioka Chilled Noodles (Large) 968 JPY (tax included)
The Morioka chilled noodles served at Bouya Horumonkan are characterized by their firm, chewy texture.
The noodles are plump and have a satisfying bite!
The soup has a rich and subtle tanginess, and when combined with the spiciness of the kimchi, it offers a deeper flavor.
Sipped along with noodles, the soup provides a refreshing aftertaste that makes the dish easy to finish even after enjoying all that wagyu yakiniku.
Affordable prices made possible by whole wagyu purchasing
While wagyu is generally expensive, it’s available at reasonable prices at Bouya Horumonkan.
This is achieved through the “whole wagyu purchase” method, buying the meat of entire cattle directly from the market. Rather than focusing on specific regions or brands, skilled professionals carefully select high-quality meat.
While this benefits customers, it also poses risks for the restaurant. Popular cuts like karubi (Japan’s version of Korean kalbi or galbi) and loin, as well as rare parts available in small quantities, may sell out quickly.
Conversely, there’s a possibility of having unsold inventory. Despite these challenges, the restaurant persists with this method to offer high-quality wagyu at affordable prices.
This prioritization of customer satisfaction is what makes Bouya Horumonkan so popular.
Indeed, the 56-seat restaurant spread across two floors is always full, so it’s recommended to make a reservation in advance to ensure a spot.
Enjoy the rich variety of meat cuts at Bouya Horumonkan and experience the true charm of wagyu!
Bouya Horumonkan’s interior
Information
| Store name | 房家ホルモン館 上野六丁目店 Bouya Horumonkan Uenorokuchōme |
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| Address | Kominato Building 1 & 2F, 6-6-6 Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo
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| Access |
Ueno-okachimachi Station 2-minute walk from Exit A8
Okachimachi Station 3-minute walk from Okachimachi Station North Exit
Ueno Station（UEN） 5-minute walk from Ueno Station Hirokoji Exit
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| Phone number | 050-3101-7347 |
| Reservations | Accepted Phone, official website, Reserve with LINE, Tabelog, GURUNAVI, Hot Pepper Gourmet |
| Payment |
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| Service charge/Table charge | Service charge (including otōshi) 220 JPY (tax included) |
| Hours | Mon-Fri. 17:00-23:15（last order 22:45） Sat-Sun. & nat’l holidays 12:00-23:15（last order 22:45） |
| Closed | No holidays Unscheduled holidays |
| Seating | 56 table seats |
| Smoking | All seats are non-smoking |
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※Menu contents, prices, store information, etc. are current as of July 2024.
