Osaka｜Shinsaibashi Dotonbori・Sukiyaki restaurant｜Harijyu
- Recommended by Google reviews with 4 stars or higher, with over 500 Google reviews.
- Osaka's long-established sukiyaki restaurant, with a history spanning 100 years since the Taisho era and its opening.
- The restaurant strictly selects Japanese Wagyu beef and uses Hirashige's proud sukiyaki seasoning, creating a delicious flavor that has stood the test of time for over a century.
- Enjoy delicious food in a traditional Japanese setting. Located in Dotonbori, the heart of Osaka, this restaurant offers super convenient access.
Product Info
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- Restaurant Introduction -
Hiraju uses only domestically sourced Japanese Wagyu beef, with each batch bearing a unique meat number that can be found in the restaurant, demonstrating their meticulous attention to quality. Since opening, they have exclusively used premium marbled Wagyu beef, paired with seared tofu and specially selected scallions, seasoned with Hiraju's signature sukiyaki sauce, enhancing the beef's deliciousness. The served slices of beef are evenly marbling, resembling marble patterns, with each slice perfectly thick. The color and aroma of the cooked beef are intoxicating. Dipping the slices in egg yolk results in a tender and smooth texture that seems to melt in your mouth without chewing. The natural sweetness of the beef is brought out by the broth, and the egg yolk further enhances its smoothness and tenderness. Adding vegetables adds another layer of flavor, as both the vegetables and beef absorb the essence of the broth, making them even more delicious.
Solution Introduction
- Set Meal 1: Sashimi and Sukiyaki Set Meal [Set Meal Introduction]
This luxurious set meal includes sukiyaki and sashimi, allowing you to indulge in premium domestic Wagyu beef and fresh seasonal fish.
Our signature sukiyaki uses only select domestic Wagyu beef, aged in-house, and carefully prepared by experienced chefs.
Each guest is entitled to 180 grams of sukiyaki beef, which is a generous portion.
To best showcase the flavor of the beef, our sukiyaki sauce (cut off) is based on beef bone broth that has been simmered for a long time.
This sauce has a rich yet refreshing flavor, and when cooked with beef and vegetables, it brings out the beef's natural sweetness. Enjoy the tender texture and melt-in-your-mouth sweetness of the beef.
Menu includes: seasonal appetizers, sashimi platter, sukiyaki, white rice, and pickles.
- Set Meal Two: Tempura and Sukiyaki Set Meal [Set Meal Introduction]
This luxurious sukiyaki and tempura set meal allows you to fully enjoy the deliciousness of domestic Wagyu beef and seasonal tempura.
Our signature sukiyaki uses only select domestic Wagyu beef, aged in our own kitchen, and meticulously prepared by experienced chefs.
Each customer can enjoy 180 grams of sukiyaki beef, which is a generous portion.
To bring out the best flavor of the beef, sukiyaki sauce is based on beef bone broth that has been simmered for a long time.
The sauce is both rich and light, and when cooked with beef and vegetables, it further enhances the superior flavor of the beef.
Enjoy the tender texture and melt-in-your-mouth sweetness of the beef.
Menu includes: seasonal appetizers, tempura platter, sukiyaki, white rice, and pickles.
- Set Meal 3: Wagyu Sirloin Sukiyaki Set Meal [Set Meal Introduction]
Our deluxe set menu allows you to fully savor the delicious flavors of our carefully selected domestic Wagyu beef.
Our carefully selected domestic Wagyu beef is aged in our own farm and prepared by experienced chefs.
Each customer can enjoy 180 grams of sukiyaki beef, which is a generous portion.
Sukiyaki sauce is based on beef bone broth that has been simmered for a long time. It is rich yet light, and enhances the natural flavor of the beef and vegetables during the cooking process.
Enjoy the tender texture and melt-in-your-mouth sweetness of the beef.
Menu includes: seasonal appetizers, salt-grilled Wagyu sirloin, sukiyaki, white rice, and pickles.
- Set Menu 4: Special Set Menu (Sashimi, Tempura, Wagyu Sirloin, Sukiyaki)
【Package Introduction】
This deluxe special set meal includes all the delicious dishes: domestic Wagyu sukiyaki, seasonal sashimi, seasonal tempura, and Wagyu steak grilled.
Our proud sukiyaki uses only select domestic Wagyu beef, aged in-store, and carefully prepared by experienced chefs.
Each customer can enjoy 180 grams of sukiyaki beef to fully savor its deliciousness.
Sukiyaki sauce is based on beef bone broth that has been simmered for a long time. It has a rich but not greasy flavor and can enhance the umami of the beef to the maximum extent.
Enjoy the tender, juicy, melt-in-your-mouth sweetness of the beef.
Menu: Seasonal appetizers, sashimi platter, tempura platter, grilled Wagyu beef steak, sukiyaki, white rice, pickles
Store appearance
Tempura/Kobe Beef Sukiyaki Set
Kobe Beef Sukiyaki Special Course
Japanese-style tatami dining space
Box seating area
Purchase Notice
- This package requires booking for 2 or more people.
- If there are children, please provide their ages and the number of children.
- Customers aged 13 and above must order this set meal.
- Please understand that the menu may change depending on the availability of ingredients.
- Images are for reference only.
- If you arrive more than 15 minutes late without prior notice, we may not be able to hold your seat. Thank you for your understanding.
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Reminders
You need to take off your shoes to enter the restaurant.
Japanese restaurants strictly follow the time-based reservation system. Those who are more than 15 minutes late will be regarded as giving up their reservations. Latecomers cannot request changes, cancellations or refunds.
Please note that some ingredients may change due to the season and the conditions of the day.
Japanese law requires that you be 20 years and older to consume alcoholic beverages.
If you are late for more than 15 minutes on the day of your meal and have not contacted the restaurant in advance, 100% of the reservation fee will be charged. Even if you come to the restaurant, the restaurant will not be able to arrange a meal.
How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present the e-voucher on-site
Validity Period
- The voucher must be used on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration
Experience Location
Location Name: Hakuju (はりju) Dotonbori main store
Address: 〒542-0071 Osaka City Chuo District Dotonbori 1-9-17 HarijuBusiness hours: 11:30～20:00 (LO)
Closed on: Every Tuesday
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations 4 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–3 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
FAQ
At Harijyu, a traditional sukiyaki experience often involves the server cooking the first few pieces of premium Japanese Wagyu beef at your table. The meat is typically seared directly in the pot, then seasoned with sugar and soy sauce. After the initial preparation, you might be invited to continue cooking vegetables and additional ingredients. It's customary to dip the cooked meat in a bowl of beaten raw egg, which adds a creamy texture and cools the meat. Enjoy each bite slowly, savoring the rich flavors.
Harijyu specializes in sukiyaki, which is distinct from shabu-shabu. Sukiyaki, particularly the Kansai (Osaka) style served at Harijyu, involves searing slices of premium Japanese Wagyu beef directly in the pot, then seasoning them with a sweet and savory sauce of soy sauce and sugar. Vegetables are added later to simmer in the rich broth. Shabu-shabu, on the other hand, involves briefly swishing thin slices of meat and vegetables in a light, simmering broth, then dipping them in various sauces.
Dotonbori, where Harijyu restaurant is located, is renowned as Osaka's most vibrant entertainment and food district. It's famous for its diverse street food and iconic dishes, embodying Osaka's "Kuidaore" (eat 'til you drop) food culture. Visitors can find an array of local delicacies like takoyaki (octopus balls), okonomiyaki (savory pancakes), kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers), and various ramen shops, alongside traditional restaurants like Harijyu, making it a bustling culinary hub.
Dotonbori is vibrant throughout the day, but it truly comes alive in the evening. The best time to visit and soak in its unique atmosphere is typically from late afternoon into the night. This is when its famous neon signs, including the Glico Running Man, illuminate the canal and streets, creating a bustling, energetic environment. Dining at Harijyu can be a perfect complement to exploring Dotonbori's dynamic night scene.
Dotonbori is centrally located within the larger Namba district in Osaka. Namba is a major transportation hub and a vibrant shopping and entertainment area, making it very accessible. Harijyu restaurant itself is situated right on Dotonbori street, allowing for convenient access from Namba's numerous train and subway stations. The two areas are essentially adjacent and blend into each other, offering seamless exploration for visitors.
Harijyu has upheld its reputation since 1919 by strictly selecting premium Japanese Wagyu beef. The restaurant uses its proud, secret sukiyaki seasoning, crafted over a century, to create a rich, authentic Osaka-style sukiyaki flavor. Its location in the heart of Dotonbori, combined with a traditional Japanese setting, offers a classic culinary experience that has attracted diners for generations, making it a landmark for sukiyaki enthusiasts.
Osaka-style (Kansai-style) sukiyaki, as prepared at Harijyu, is characterized by its direct cooking method. Slices of premium beef are first seared in the pot, then seasoned directly with sugar and soy sauce, creating a caramelized richness. Unlike Kanto-style sukiyaki, which uses a pre-mixed warishita broth from the start, Kansai-style develops its flavor more intensely as the ingredients cook directly with the seasonings, offering a deeply savory and sweet experience.
Harijyu Sukiyaki restaurant, established in 1919, attracts diners with several key features. It's celebrated for its century-long tradition of culinary excellence, specializing in strictly selected Japanese Wagyu beef. The unique, proud sukiyaki seasoning has been refined over generations. Its prime location in the lively Dotonbori district, combined with a traditional Japanese dining ambiance, offers both convenience and an authentic cultural experience, making it a highly recommended destination.
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