Tokyo Asakusa Bridge Gyutan Biyori: 5-second onion-shabu-shabu beef tongue x charcoal-fired thick-cut beef tongue x freshly cooked kettle rice, a complete guide to the best beef tongue paradise!

For a variety of ways to eat beef tongue in Tokyo, the new "Gyutan Biyori" (牛舌日和/牛たん日和/牛たん日和/牛たん日和/牛たん日和/牛たん日和/牛たん日和/牛たん日和/牛たん日和/牛タン) restaurant, which will be opening in 2025, divides the whole tongue into two parts.6 partsFrom shabu-shabu, grilled and stewed to kanto-bushi and kama-meshi, the restaurant offers a full range of fun. The restaurant features “Beef Tongue x Charcoal Grill x Kettle Rice” to create a new style of Japanese cuisine that will "tantalize all five senses".Meshi Tavern (Izakaya style cafeteria)Just a minute's walk from Asakusa Bridge Station on the JR/Toyo Asakusa Line. Just a one-minute walk from Asakusabashi Station on the JR/Toei Asakusa Line, you can easily organize your trip to Akihabara Electric Town, a day trip to Asakusa Temple, or a trip to and from Narita Airport.

Why must I come? Three key words:Shabu ShabuCharcoal fire, kettle rice

• 5-Second Raw Onion Shabu Shabu (Shabu Shabu)The super-thinly sliced beef tongue is served in boiling broth on the count of 1 to 5, and the flavor of the fat and the freshness of the green onions explode in your mouth. You can add "Okawari Shabu Shabu" or "Panko Shabu" to change the flavor.
• 12 hours low-temperature conditioning x Spare charcoal edgingThe core of the tongue is selected as a tender and rare part and cooked at a low temperature, and then sizzled over long charcoal to produce a flavorful exterior and maintain the flavor on the inside.Semi-ripe and juicy (rea)The dreamy texture.
• One-pot, one-cook freshly made kettle rice: Made from Kyoto brand rice "Yatsushirome Gibei" and homemade boiled rice.Flying Fish Sauce (あご出汁)The flavor of salmon, beef tongue, burdock and other ingredients are locked into the heart of the rice, which is served hot and fragrant.

Recommendation of Must-Have Meals (Order this for your first visit!)

① 5 Seconds Raw Onion Shabu Shabu｜Kanban must-try!

The soul of this dish is the "Ultimate Thin Cut". Chopsticks are used to gently swish the slices of beef tongue in the broth for 5 seconds.No more!After being scooped up and eaten together with the flavorful green onions, the texture is crisp at first, and then the fat and sweetness gradually spread. If you want to be more unrestrained, it is recommended to add some cilantro (パクチー) to pile up your mouth and instantly transform it into an oriental beef tongue roll with herbal aroma.

②Thick-cut "Rea" Charcoal Grilled Beef Tongue｜The ultimate contrast of charred exterior and tender interior.

After 12 hours of low-temperature conditioning to soften the fibers, the top is grilled over long charcoal until "slightly crispy", while the cut side remains pink and juicy. It is recommended to eat the original flavor first, sprinkle salt and black pepper on the second bite, and squeeze a few drops of lemon on the third bite.one dish, three meals (idiom); fig. a life of luxuryExperience level changes.

Silver Salmon and Salmon Egg Kettle Rice｜Cooked at your seat, a must for potheads!

Only after the order is placed do you turn on the heat and start cooking, the rice with clear grains is full of flying fish juice and salmon fat, and the aroma of the rice is overwhelming when you lift the lid. Don't forget to add a little soy sauce or tea broth to the side of the pot for the most healing ending.

④ Beef tongue with creative small dishes × Kanto-bushi (おでん)

Want something different? There is the "Raw Tongue Yukai" (Raw wind, picking).採HypothermiaHandlingThe "Kanto" is a new take on the "Tomato Cold Soup Oden" and "Puffer Fish Shirataki Plate", while the classic deep-fried tofu, potatoes, and bamboo wheel gluten all soak up the essence of the broth.

⑤ Homemade Fruit Salad｜Fruit Wine Salad for Adults

The wine has been macerated for at least 5 days and is prepared separately from the skin and the flesh, giving it a fresh aroma and body. It goes well with thick-cut beef tongue or shabu-shabu, or as a non-alcoholic beverage for those who don't drink alcohol.

Menu & Budget Reference

• Strictly Japanese Set Meal: NT$ approximate equivalent, in Japanese yen6,050 yen(Reference price). Includes: three appetizers, 5-second shabu-shabu, drinkable boiled tongue, raw tongue ユッケ, flower tongue てっさ, thick-cut rea charcoal grill, thin-cut tongue roll skewer, deep-fried items, optional kettle rice, and dessert of the day.
  ＊With drink to saturationreleases7,700 yen(Reference).
• Popular a la carte items: 5-second raw tongue and onion shabu-shabu, 12-hour thick-cut rea charcoal grilled tongue, silver salmon and salmon egg kettle rice, and homemade fruit shawarma.

*Actual prices and availability may vary depending on the day, please refer to in-store/official announcements.

Ordering Tips

1. Meals for two or more people: We recommend sharing one shabu-shabu + one thick-cut charcoal grill, plus a pot of kettle rice for the most balanced portions and flavors.
2. be afraid of the taste of newborns: You can ask the staff to grill the thick-cut beef tongue until it's done.cooked seven minutesThe texture remains juicy.
3. No cilantro.For a refreshing and flavorful dish, replace the pakuchi with a large handful of scented green onions.

Transportation and Store Information

＊ Business hours and menu are subject to change, please check the official SNS for the latest announcement before departure.

How to organize your trip? Suggested trips around the area

• Asakusa Bridge Antique and Handicraft Town: After browsing through wholesale stores, stationery and groceries, dinner will be served in Niu Tei Nippo.
• Akihabara→Asakusa Bridge Walking: 7-minute walk after shopping at the Anime and Electric Appliance Street.
• Asakusa Temple & Sumida RiverThe best thing to do in the daytime is to take pictures of Raimon and Sumida River, and then go back to Asakusabashi in the evening for dinner.

Thoughtful Reminders for Taiwan Travelers

• Beef tongue with many parts and big difference in taste.Ask the attendant firstThe best ripening and eating method of the day, with the lowest chance of stepping on mines.
• Friday night and holiday rush hour crowds.Advance booking is recommendedOr a little earlier.
• Raw blended air is processed by low-temperature conditioning.Pregnant women and young childrenFor those who are not comfortable with semi-cooked dishes, you can order fully cooked dishes instead.

Conclusion｜Tokyo's Best Paradise for Beef Tongue Controls

From 5-second shabu-shabu to thick-cut charcoal grill, from creative Kanto-cooked food to freshly cooked kettle rice, "Beef Tongue Niwa Asakusabashi" opens up the possibilities of beef tongue all at once. The location is convenient, the food is served quickly, and it's a great place to grab a bite to eat as well as a full meal. Next time you're in Tokyo, put this place on your list of places to eat and experience the heaven of ox-tongue that is charred on the outside, tender on the inside, and bursting with flavor and juice.