One-star distinction. Established by the top apprentice who graduated from Osaka's leading sushi restaurant
Matsusaka Gyu Yakiniku M Hozenji Yokocho Branch
松阪牛焼肉M 法善寺横丁店
OSAKA
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Yakiniku
The long-beloved yakiniku restaurant renowned for continuously serving rare and highly prized Matsusaka gyu—sourced in limited quantities and cherished for its exceptional quality.
- Gluten-Free
- Private Room
- Open for Lunch
- Babies and Small Children
Often fully booked and praised as the place for yakiniku in Osaka, Matsusaka Gyu Yakiniku M has enjoyed explosive popularity since before the pandemic.
Now available for booking through My Concierge Japan, the Hozenji Yokocho branch is one of five locations across Osaka City. Located in the bustling Namba area, just steps from iconic landmarks like the Dotonbori Bridge and the famous Glico neon sign, it offers excellent accessibility and an authentic Osaka atmosphere.
Among Japan’s top three wagyu brands—Kobe, Matsusaka, and Omi—Matsusaka Beef is the rarest, with extremely limited availability. Matsusaka Gyu Yakiniku M purchases whole Matsusaka cattle directly from Matsusaka City in Mie Prefecture, allowing the restaurant to serve an expertly curated selection of cuts that bring out the full richness and depth of flavor unique to this premium wagyu.
In 2018, Matsusaka Gyu Yakiniku M Hozenji Yokocho Branch was honored as Japan’s #1 restaurant and Asia’s #5 in the Trip Advisor’s Trave lers Choice Restaurant Awards, and received the prestigious Trip Advisor’s Best of the Best title again in 2020.
A calm, Japanese-inspired interior and multilingual staff from around the world create a welcoming environment where guests can enjoy warm, attentive hospitality.
Whether you’re from Japan or visiting from abroad, Yakiniku M delivers the finest in Japanese yakiniku and the unforgettable taste of true Matsusaka beef.
| Address | 1-1-19 Namba, Chuoku, Osaka ※ There is another branch nearby, so please make sure to double-check the name of the location you reserved to avoid going to the wrong restaurant. |
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| Business hours | ・Lunch: 12:00 to 15:00 (Last order at 14:30) ・Dinner: 17:00 to 23:00 (Last order at 22:30) |
| Closed | Irregular days |
| Directions | ・5-minute walk from Namba Station on the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line, Nankai Line, and Kintetsu Line (via Namba Walk Exit B16) |
| Price | From ¥8,000 (¥8,800) |
| Seating | ・7 table seats available (for 1 to 6 guests each) ・Private rooms available (for 2 to 6 guests) |
| Smoking | Prohibited |
| Children | Children and infants are welcome. Children 12 years old and older are required to order an adult's course. |
| Wi-Fi | Available |
| Language | Menus are available in English, Chinese, and Korean. Our staff can assist you in both English and Japanese. |
| Parking | None |
| Dresscode | Casual clothing accepted. |
| Payment method | 【Advance payment for online reservation】 PayPal or Credit Card 【Payment for additional orders at the restaurant】 Cash / Credit Card / Electronic money /Tansportation IC cards / QR code payments (PayPay, WechatPay, Alipay) |
| Cancellation Policy | The terms for cancellations and changes may differ based on the restaurant's policies, reservation date, time, and number of guests. Before making your reservation, please review and agree to the terms and policies listed on the reservation form. |
| Concierge Service Fee | ￥1,650 Seating charge per person |
1-1-19 Namba, Chuoku, Osaka
※ There is another branch nearby, so please make sure to double-check the name of the location you reserved to avoid going to the wrong restaurant.
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