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    Chinchikurin

    4.3 (406 reviews)
    ModerateTeppanyaki
    Closed • 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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    Danni Y.

    Delicious and authentic japanese okonomiyaki! this was my first time trying but my friends who have been to japan say it's really authentic. comes out crispy and flavorful with huge portions. would recommend that they turn up the ac it can get pretty hot inside. servers were super nice and friendly!

    Watching the chef's every move
    Charrise L.

    Needed to experience the viral egg omelette pop up before it left. Arrived kind late but the server was kind enough to allow me in to sit at the bar. Has a nice discussion with h to r man dining alone next to me. He said the egg omelette hamburg was delicious. That is what I ordered. I just love that server!! I'm sure I will return soon. Ok, bye.

    Chinchikurinyaki
    jasmine w.

    We went in around 5pm when they opened and we got seated right away. Server was attentive and nice and refilled water quickly. I love the chinchikurinyaki the crispy noodles made the dish so much better.

    GOAM (Green Onions And Mayo), Spicy GOAM, Broc'n Shrimp
    Nathan L.

    I mean... you cover anything with mayonaise and it'll taste good. I came here on a Monday night to catch up with some friends; we had called ahead, which may have not been completely necessary, but it did make it very convenient. You know it's promising when you get seated at your table and it has a "Reserved" sign on it. I don't remember the last time I had okonomiyaki, and to be honest, I would never order it if there were other options on the menu. However, coming here made me appreciate just how much care, timing, technique, and components go into this dish, all on full display through the open kitchen layout. The Spicy GOAM was good, not too spicy. Having a choice between crispy and soft noodles, I got soft, but they turned crispy anyways due to the hot plate. I couldn't always tell what I was putting in my mouth, but I wasn't complaining! Oh, and the service was amazing! Very kind and accomodating, gladly answering any questions we had. This is another plus to the Japanese food scene in Torrance!

    Omurice
    Betsabe H.

    Super excited to try the omurice that was previously here as a pop up by Ikura. We went when they opened and had no issues with wait times. The staff greeted us, sat us down, and we ordered very swiftly. We ordered to demisauce style omurice along with their yakisoba. I made a video about the experience. Overall, the food was delicious and very hearty. Even though one plate is a serving I could have split it with someone. The yakisoba tasted like from the Hiroshima area. When I visited Japan, I tried an okonomiyaki local restaurant and it reminded me of that. I would love to come back to try what they're known for which is okonomiyaki. The omurice was safe and the taste didn't slap you in the face so that is the only reason I did 4/5. But might edit once I try other dishes.

    Kelvin C.

    Awesome experience. Went to this pop up and it hit on all the hype. The omurice was just like what you see on social media, it was just delicious with the demiglaze. The chicken Karaage had balanced flavor and seasoning. The okonomiyaki was amazing with all the layers of ingredients. Everything was on point. The whole experience watching the chefs make the omurice was fun.

    Oh Mu Rice!  For a limited time in Torrance!
    Toshi I.

    Update: We saw the "limited time" chef pop-up Omurice offer at Torrance, so since I've failed miserably trying to make omurice at home after our trip to , we had to go. (Really, how hard is it to make egg over fried rice?) Apparently, there's an art and science to it. Anyway, we ordered both the pretty Hiroshima Okonomiyaki and the Omurice. Really delish. I was envisioning the runny middle with gravy on top and it may have been a little dry, but overall, definitely worth checking out. Found out that the omurice is here to stay at both the Sawtelle and Torrance locations. Yay!

    Christine T.

    We came to try the omurice pop-up and luckily there wasn't a huge wait. We got seated in 15 minutes. The staff were really quick and efficient. Unfortunately, they were understaffed that day so the food took a while to come out, but the staff was very apologetic and even gave us a drink on the house. We got the kaarage, which was big and super juicy. The demiglaze omurice was soooo good. The beef patty was high quality and the eggs were so creamy. We also got the Loaded Kaisen okonomiyaki, which came with squid and shrimp on top. This was our first time trying okonomiyaki and it was good. Overall, would highly recommend coming by for the omurice pop up!

    Karaage
    Jane S.

    Tried the Omurice pop up: Demi glace Hamburger Omurice and Black Curry Hamburger Omurice, Karaage and spicy cabbage salad. It was a nice meal but not the best omurice... the eggs was not as fluffy and custard like I'm used to and the hamburger meat was decent. Sauces were excellent and I liked both very much. The karaage was good. Cabbage is a skip unless you're craving raw cabbage with sauce. Service was quick. The price was higher than what you get. I wouldn't try it again, but it was nice to get out and have someone else cook a meal for me.

    Omurice with Hamburg Steak & Tomato Sauce
    Isabelle N.

    * The reasoning behind deducting one star is that I found a hair in my food, which was definitely too short to be mine. Otherwise, the experience was good. I ordered the omurice + hamburg steak + tomato sauce and it was really good! The portion looked a bit small at first, but it got me pretty full by the end. For $21, it was a bit pricy, but the food was good & I would definitely recommend it. We came at ~ 5-6pm and were seated within 10 minutes. There is a bar where you can see them make the okonomiyaki and omelettes right in front of you, which I thought was cool. Servers were all nice & helpful, but because it was only 1 person cooking the omelettes + hamburg steaks, it took a little long for our food to come. Halfway through us dining, the restaurant did get a lot busier, and there was a wait to be seated. The inside of the restaurant was fairly clean & well decorated, but somewhat smaller than I expected, which is likely why there is sometimes a wait. The workers are all really nice and welcoming, and even the workers cooking thank you as you leave. I do believe the health standards leave something to be desired, as the kitchen could be cleaner & it was a bit unsettling to find hair in my food. Overall, the food was really good & the service was great, but be prepared to wait a bit. There is also the sanitary issue.

    Takoyaki Original
    Emily V.

    I came here for lunch on a weekend and was quickly seated. I shared the Takoyaki and the B&C which I found was plenty of food for two people (we were offering the last slice to the other person from how full we got). Dish Reviews: -Takoyaki tasted good, but could have used more squid inside. I got the smallest sliver in one of my pieces. -The B & C which was very rich and from the mayo and sauce. Strong basil forward flavor which I liked. -Getting the noodles crispy is the way to go. Overall, I thought it was well worth coming here to try Okonomiyaki for the first time. I will be coming back to try others.

    Omurice story
    Francisco M.

    This place had plenty of parking and way easier to get to compared to the west la location. Was immediately greeted and seated by a lovely host. The service and the ambiance was great! Kind of loud but thats just the scraping you get from an open plancha show. The food was 10/10 absolutely amazing,flavorful and everything i wanted. I got the mentaiko Hamburg Omurice, mostly because I've had the demi glace before. It was very delicious kind of the mentaiko reminded me of a clam chowder broth and the mint leaves between the Hamburg and omelet was a nice suddle touch that my body appreciated. 10/10 will be back again

    Omurice with tomato ketchup
    Edmond S.

    I had been here multiple times but never wrote a review. Last week, we decided to go back and took my wife's friend with us. We arrived at 4:20pm and had to wait for them to open at 5pm. When they opened, we were told to sit wherever we liked. We ordered Negi Mamire for our appetizer, Hamburg Steak Omurice (tomato sauce), Had to say, that was good. But, I prefer the Deep Fried Chicken instead. We ordered Hamburg Steak Omurice with ketchup sauce, corn cheese mayo okonimiyaki, and Hamburg Steak Omurice (Demi-glace). You can feel the Japanese vibes in there. Still good after all these time!

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    Can you make your own here?

    Don't think so

    Does anyone know if they contain nuts?

    Is it good for big groups (around 10-12 people)?

    I feel you can take a large party! Sit at the long table that runs down the center of the restaurant. You could call and ask them if they can hold 12 seats for you or send someone a little early as this is typically a communal table. Also the tables… 

    Question is this like yakisoba?

    It mostly has the same ingredients, but it's more of a pancake style.

    Is one okonomiyaki enough to feed one person because in the pictures it looks pretty small?

    Yes. I could not finish one by myself.

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    HIKARI Japanese BBQ & Grill

    4.5(281 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    •$$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Free parking

    Returned for my husband's birthday, and was another successful dinner…read more This time we ordered the No. 4 chef's omakase and it was better than the No. 2 - Chef's Omakase in our opinion. The meats are seriously so filling. On an unexpectedly busy Monday night, the service was great. My husband and I received dessert on the house (Yuzu panacotta) for his birthday which was very kind of them. I've already recommended this place for a few friends and family since we enjoy it so much. Definitely a place to splurge if you have the money, but it seems to be one of our regular spots now for anniversary and birthdays. Expecting another return in the near future.

    HIKARI is probably my favorite Japanese bbq spots in LA, the quality here is top tier and the…read moreselection of meats is pretty wide. The portions are small, but the quality makes up for it. Last time we also ordered a beef tendon stew and it was sweet like a sukiyaki and so delicious. This is the perfect JBBQ spot if you typically don't have a huge appetite The space is small and cozy and the service is really good, the servers are friendly and make you feel at home They used to have more sauces for dipping your meats like wasabi and salt but more recently it's been just soy sauce. The soy sauce is good but I hope they bring back the other dipping sauces

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    Interior of the restaurant. photo: Atsushi "2GO" Miyoshi

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    Kagura - Torrance

    4.0(1k reviews)
    0.2 mi
    •$$

    The restaurant is very nice inside. Looks like a very traditional Japanese restaurant. It is a very…read morepopular restaurant as well. The service was okay. There were only two waitresses for the restaurant which seems like it's not enough. A bit of a wait for even water and drinks. The food was fine. The tonkatsu was fried well enough, very crispy on the outside. I feel the meat was a bit bland and could have used more seasoning. Overall food was decent.

    Had the opportunity to try Kagura out a couple of days ago. Wife and I got there at 7:45 PM on…read moreSaturday and were promptly seated. After about 10 minutes, a server asked us if we wanted drinks and to order. We ordered. Drinks came out about 5 minutes later. Fantastic. About 30 minutes in, we were wondering what was taking so long with our food (2 katsu sets, age mochi, and shishamo). Nobody checked in on us and we couldn't flag anyone down. One or two servers passed by but were too preoccupied. We were pretty frustrated at around 8:45PM. At 8:50PM, a server comes up to our table (finally) and asks if we wanted to order anything for last call. I told her we did order but never received it. She was shocked and checked on the order. Turns out, the order was never placed in whatever system they have. As an apology, they gave us free edamame, but still never checked on the table again. Our food came out about 10 minutes later. It was okay. When we finished about 15 minutes after the food came out, I had to go to the main entrance to try to get our check. To no surprise, that came out quickly. I was excited to try this place. As stated, the food was okay. The lack of service is inexcusable. I don't suggest this place to anyone. Go somewhere else. There's so many other Japanese spots in Torrance. Try any of those.

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    Banquet Room Available! Call us for details!

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    Red Rock-Torrance

    4.3(859 reviews)
    2.4 mi•North Torrance
    •$$

    Red Rock lives up to the hype! A Japanese friend recommended this spot and I finally understand…read morewhy. The atmosphere is quaint and transported me straight back to Japan -- such a nice touch. We shared the Kobe sliced beef don with raw egg and the fluffy omu-rice with hamburger steak in demi-glace sauce. For the rice, you can choose garlic or tomato -- we went with garlic on our sweet waitress's recommendation, and it was a great choice. We also got a side salad and iced green tea to cool off between bites. Everything was so flavorful -- perfectly savory without being overwhelming, and the portions were just right. The beef was incredibly tender, and the hamburger steak was just as good -- not dry at all. The demi-glace sauce was perfect. Service was friendly and we were seated quickly, even without a reservation. Already looking forward to going back to try more of the menu!

    Went 30-mins after opening on a Saturday evening and there was already a wait (which means it must…read morebe yummy!) Wait for two people was probably 15-20 minutes total, not too bad. The restaurant is small and dark, but felt cozy. We ordered the American sliced beef don and the ribeye steak don, both with a raw egg. The meat itself was delicious! Not sure if it's Japanese cuisine to make their savory foods slightly sweeter, but there was a sweet taste I didn't expect. Still, the dish tasted good. Service was also quick and friendly!

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    Shin-Sen-Gumi Yakitori - Gardena - Front

    Shin-Sen-Gumi Yakitori - Gardena

    4.3(1.7k reviews)
    2.1 mi•North Torrance
    •$$
    Casual dining
    30 years in business

    I got here right as they opened on a holiday weekday, and the place was already half full! I was…read moreable to try a bit of everything, and these were my personal favorites: Beef tongue with lemon pepper, okra, shiitake mushroom, and fried oysters. I enjoyed the chicken thigh meat texture more than the chicken breast, but I loved the seasoning of the chicken breast with shiso pun and chicken breast with wasabi. The yakitori was made fresh in front of me, and all of them had a nice smoky and griled flavor with a variety of seasonings. It took a while for our first few orders to come out, probably because they had just opened. Great casual spot for yakitori; I would recommend getting here early!

    After the movies at AMC South Plaza, we were already close to one of our favorite yakitori spots in…read moreGardena, Shin-Sen-Gumi Yakitori. We've tried quite a few yakitori places, but honestly, this one is hands down one of the best!! This time, we also decided to try their ramen--and oh man, it was SO delicious! The noodles were perfectly al dente, and the broth had great body, depth, and that punch of umami that brought everything together. Definitely a must-try! As always, the servers and cooks were super friendly, attentive, and professional. Another great meal at one of our favorite spots!

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    Shin-Sen-Gumi Yakitori - Gardena - Crispy outside, juicy inside--true craftsmanship in every skewer. That glossy glaze and perfect char are the ultimate match for a cold beer!

    Crispy outside, juicy inside--true craftsmanship in every skewer. That glossy glaze and perfect char are the ultimate match for a cold beer!

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    Perfect Charcoal Yakitori! ・Smoky & Irresistible aroma

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    True craftsmanship in every skewer! Hand-grilled over charcoal to reach juicy perfection.

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    Sei-Ko-En Restaurant

    4.4(283 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    •$$

    This place is cozy, clean, and so peaceful that I briefly considered applying for residency. The…read moreambience is that perfect "I'm about to eat good and maybe overshare with my friends" vibe. It's warm, it's tidy, and it smells like happiness sizzling on a grill. The service was smooth, friendly and efficient. They check on you just enough to make you feel cared for, but not enough to make you wonder if they're trying to adopt you. Respectfully attentive, the way all service should be. Now let's talk food, because this place had me rethinking my bellies choices. The spicy beef soup pulled up like a warm hug from someone who also isn't afraid to roast you. Flavorful, comforting, and spicy enough to remind you you're alive. The beef ox tongue, wow ..listen. If you've never had tongue that melts like butter and grills up with that perfect little snap, this place will convert you. I was out here chewing like I was signing a peace treaty. The prime rib‑kalbi was so juicy and tender I almost apologized to it for eating it. Almost. The kimchi came in hot with the tangy attitude, balancing everything like the responsible friend in the group chat. And the raw beef tartare. So delicious and clean, fresh, and seasoned like it went to culinary private school. I took one bite and immediately felt like I should be wearing a fancy watch. Overall, Sei‑Ko‑En is cozy, clean, delicious, and unintentionally comedic, because every dish had me making faces I hope nobody recorded. A must‑visit for anyone who loves Japanese BBQ with Korean soul and a side of "wow, I didn't know food could do that." Exploring great food, one bite at a time! Miguel C.

    I've always wanted to come here and I'm glad I finally pulled the trigger. I can't believe it took…read moreme this long because I'd be a frequent customer many years ago if I had come sooner. This restaurant opened over 40 years ago in the 1980s. They have not changed their seasonings or recipes since then. A lot of their sauces and kimchee is made in house (and has not changed in over 40 years). This is probably the best Japanese BBQ experience I've ever had and I've had A LOT of BBQ experiences. My favorites are items you typically cannot get anywhere else. Their raw beef liver sashimi and their raw minced beef are amazing. It's really hard to find these creations. If you like liver, then you'll be an instant fan. If you're a little squeamish then you can always grill it a bit before you eat it lol Their cuts of meat are also a league above the rest. I loved them all! Their wagyu tongue, negi tongue, gokujo kalbi, tokujo ro-su, and pork belly are all worth writing home about. They also serve vegetables and salad to go with the BBQ. We also tried their yukkejan soup which is their spicy beef soup. It was very tasty. Savory and not too salty. Very well balanced. I'd eat this alone on a cold rainy day. The ambiance is busy with moderate noise. Lots of Japanese locals were there that night and were simply having an amazing time socializing. Overall 10/10. Definitely coming back!

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    Sei-Ko-En Restaurant - The homemade moromi miso is addicting with the fresh lettuce and meat

    The homemade moromi miso is addicting with the fresh lettuce and meat

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    Yamaya Japanese Wagyu & Grill - A5 Miyazaki Japanese Wagyu -- BMS 10-12+  
   Reservations recommended on weekends -- our signature A5 Wagyu cuts sell out early.

    Yamaya Japanese Wagyu & Grill

    4.2(395 reviews)
    3.0 mi
    •$$

    Very good quality. The motsunabe broth was so delicious we ate all the cabbage even though I'm…read moreusually not into veggies lol. Meat was very soft and yummy and the takana tofu surprised me bc i never had it elsewhere. The meat is unseasoned so u will have to use the sauce and the salt. The wasabi is also not the packaged wasabi! Server was also very kind! I dont see a lot of reviews online so this place is definitely a hidden gem :)

    The food here is exceptionally high quality, and the entire restaurant is clean and…read morewell-maintained. While they seemed a bit understaffed during my visit;the friendly manager was definitely keeping busy, and my server was on her very first day; it's great to see they are actively bringing on more help. I ordered the premium Wagyu and pork belly, along with a few vegetable dishes, and everything was delicious. They also feature a fantastic beverage selection, including great draft beer, wine, and shochu options. Would recommend with groups, it has some great large portion options but it was fine if a bit pricey for a solo venture.

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    Yamaya Japanese Wagyu & Grill - A5 Miyazaki  Japanese Wagyu -- BMS 10-12+  
  Not all A5 is equal. Our Wagyu is sourced only from the highest marbling grades within A5.

    A5 Miyazaki Japanese Wagyu -- BMS 10-12+ Not all A5 is equal. Our Wagyu is sourced only from the highest marbling grades within A5.

    Yamaya Japanese Wagyu & Grill - A5 Miyazaki  Japanese Wagyu -- BMS 10-12+  
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    Yamaya Japanese Wagyu & Grill - Washugyu Premium Short Rib -- Rich marbling and melt-in-your-mouth texture.
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    Torihei Yakitori Robata Dinning - Negima ( Chicken Thighs and Onions)

    Torihei Yakitori Robata Dinning

    4.1(942 reviews)
    0.0 mi
    •$$

    This restaurant is such a hidden gem! At first, I didn't even realize it was a restaurant from the…read moreunassuming storefront. It's a small restaurant, and it seemed like reservations are highly recommended, if not required. Luckily, they were able to squeeze us in right before another reservation. The restaurant has an authentic yakitori vibe where the tables are packed pretty tightly and you're dining elbow-to-elbow with other guests. That said, I loved the variety on the menu. They offer a huge selection of grilled, steamed, fried, and cold dishes, so there's something for everyone. The skewers were amazing, and the grilled onigiri was one of my favorites. Everything we tried was really enjoyable and I loved being able to order a little bit of everything! One thing to keep in mind: the rice pot takes about 45 minutes to cook because they start with raw rice. I wish our server had mentioned this when we ordered, because we probably would have skipped it knowing how long it would take. Overall, I'm really glad we stumbled upon this place. Definitely feels like a hidden gem, and I'd love to come back and try more of the menu!

    Finally got around to trying this place and came by myself, so I ordered a bunch of different…read moreskewers to try. The negima was probably my favorite. Nicely grilled and had a good amount of flavor. The eel, wings, and liver were also really good. The pork belly was cut pretty thick and had a good balance of meat and fat. The cartilage was another favorite. It was juicy and had a nice crunchy texture. The tsukune was good and had some cartilage mixed in, which gave it a nice texture. It also came with a poached egg that was pretty tasty, although I would have preferred a pasteurized egg. The grilled squid and yaki onigiri were solid as well. A few of the skewers were a little on the salty side. The chicken breast was also a little dry, while the tongue was pretty thick and chewy. The tail was really fatty, but that's kind of expected. Unfortunately, they were out of hearts, which I was hoping to try. Overall, there were more hits than misses and I enjoyed most of what I ordered. Would definitely come back to try some of the other skewers.

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    Torihei's Meatball ( Tsukume)

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    Cucumber Salad

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    Manpuku Japanese BBQ Dining - Torrance

    Manpuku Japanese BBQ Dining - Torrance

    4.4(398 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    We've been to Manpuku 5x in the past 2+yrs & the food has always been great (still is) & the…read moreservice is always excellent, but the last 3 visits there has been a strong cheap air freshener smell coming from the bathroom that's really nauseating. I had a massive headache the last visit. Also the grill still had sauce on it from the previous customer & the "tea" was like hot water & cost us $10 for 2 TINY cups?!!! I don't remember the tea being so expensive. I wouldn't mind if it was actually good tea. Hmmm, we probably won't be returning. What we have gotten in the past & liked: namul ナムル, mushrooms キノコ, veg 野菜, jidori chicken thigh 地鶏もも肉, shrimp エビ (delicious), boneless short rib, wagyu... the salads are all good too & so was the egg soup.

    Never been to this Manpuku location before. I visited the one on Sawtelle Blvd. a few times, but…read morethat was like 4 years ago. I remember really liking the food, so I'm not sure why it took me until yesterday to finally check this place out. It was absolutely amazing. They nailed every aspect of the dining experience. Let's start with the service. It was phenomenal. The restaurant staff members were pleasant and efficient. All the dishes came out very fast. While I cooked most of the meats on the grill, there were some items that were carefully prepared table side by staff. I enjoyed the ambiance of this place. There was music softly playing in the background. The room temperature was cool - an absolute necessity when cooking food right over open flames in front of you. I ordered the Manpuku Premium set. I loved the food, like a lot. Here's a run down of almost everything I had: Manpuku Salad: It was fantastic. I'm used to eating a Japanese salad with the generic carrot ginger dressing. You know what I'm talking about. This one had a nice sesame oil flavor to it. Not sweet, more savory. A refreshing change from the norm. U.S. Kobe Filet: This was probably my least favorite cut of meat of the day as it wasn't as marbled and flavorful as the rest of them. However, it was soft as butter - exactly what you would expect from a premium piece of tenderloin steak. Seared Beef Nigiri: It came with 4 pieces, but we ordered an extra two pieces. The nigiri was delightful. Imagine eating the perfect piece of toro nigiri except it was made of highly marbled Wagyu beef. U.S. Kobe Sukiyaki: This was easily the best thing I had here, and that's saying a lot since I had a lot of great food. While I was allowed to cook the rest of the cuts of meat on my own, this one was specially prepared by a restaurant worker since the meat had to be cooked and prepared in a certain way to maximize the flavor experience. The meat, when dipped in the raw egg yolk was pure bliss. Fried Rice: It came out sizzling hot in a stone bowl. The fried rice was okay, but absolutely necessary for the meal. A lot of the meats were very fatty. The fried rice did a bang up job soaking up the oiliness of the meats when consumed together. U.S. Kobe Boneless Short-rib, US Kobe Chuck Flap, and Miso Skirt Steak: These were all home runs. They were tender, fatty, and incredibly tasty. My favorite of this trio was the short rib since it was the most marbled of the bunch. Garlic Edamame: I've had my share of edamame in my life, prepared in a variety of different ways. I used to like how a restaurant called Backhouse in the Santa Monica area used to serve their garlic edamame. It was my favorite edamame around. Sadly, that establishment no longer exists. This restaurant's edamame reminded me of the Backhouse edamame. It was perfectly warm and flavored. Simply outstanding. For dessert, they let you select from a list of options. I had macha ice cream, as that is my favorite flavor of ice cream at a Japanese restaurant. It was very creamy and not overly sweet. Best part was the ice cream bowl was chilled. Kept the ice cream cold. It was the perfect way to end a fantastic dining experience.

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    Nice decoration.

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