⚡ 30-second answer: 15 restaurants including Moriya, A1 and Steak Land. Lunch ¥5,000-12,000, dinner ¥12,000-30,000. Always check the A5 Kobe Beef certificate; book 2-4 weeks ahead.
Quick reference Value Lunch range ¥5,000-12,000 Dinner range ¥12,000-30,000 Service charge 10-15% Booking 2-4 weeks ahead Last verified June 2026
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Kobe Beef is one of the world's top three branded beefs. Only Tajima cattle that meet strict criteria — BMS No. 6+, A4 or A5 grade, virgin cow etc. — earn the Kobe Beef name. Kobe has a wide range, from Moriya (founded 1885) to affordable lunch sets at Steak Land. The real thing comes with a certificate stamped with a chrysanthemum seal — always check it.
| # | Restaurant | Area | Lunch | Dinner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Moriya Honten | Sannomiya | ¥6,500-12,000 | ¥15,000-25,000 |
| 2 | Steak Land Kobe-kan | Sannomiya | ¥3,980-7,800 | ¥7,800-12,800 |
| 3 | A1 Sannomiya | Sannomiya | ¥4,800-9,800 | ¥10,000-18,000 |
| 4 | Kobe Beef Kisshokichi | Sannomiya | ¥5,800-11,800 | ¥13,000-22,000 |
| 5 | Teppanyaki Kobetei | Kitano | ¥7,000-14,000 | ¥18,000-30,000 |
| 6 | Kobe Beef Steak Ishida. Sannomiya | Sannomiya | ¥6,800-13,800 | ¥15,000-25,000 |
| 7 | Kobe Beef Aragawa | Sannomiya | ¥12,000-20,000 | ¥25,000-50,000 |
| 8 | Kobe Beef Steak Setsugekka | Motomachi | ¥5,500-10,500 | ¥13,000-22,000 |
| 9 | Teppanyaki Kobe Teppan Oi | Sannomiya | ¥7,500-15,000 | ¥18,000-28,000 |
| 10 | Kobe Beef Shokusai KOBE Yoshi | Sannomiya | ¥4,800-9,800 | ¥10,000-18,000 |
| 11 | Kobe Plaisir | Sannomiya | ¥6,000-12,000 | ¥15,000-25,000 |
| 12 | Kobe Beef Dining Yasushi | Motomachi | ¥5,000-9,000 | ¥12,000-20,000 |
| 13 | Teppan Kobe Beef Aoi | Sannomiya | ¥6,500-12,800 | ¥15,000-25,000 |
| 14 | Kobe Beef Charcoal Steak Agarion | Sannomiya | ¥6,800-13,800 | ¥17,000-28,000 |
| 15 | Red Rock Sannomiya | Sannomiya | ¥1,500-2,500 | ¥2,500-4,000 |
Kobe Beef restaurant pricing:
Lunch ¥6,000-15,000, dinner ¥15,000-30,000 per person.
Major Kobe restaurants offer English, Chinese and Korean menus. Staff handle basic English. OpenTable and Tablecheck take English reservations; Klook sells dinner + transfer packages for ¥15,000-25,000. The teppanyaki counter is a great way to chat with the chef.
Checking the "Kobe Beef Certificate" or chrysanthemum seal is the best protection against imitations.
Bills run ¥15,000+, so Wise / Revolut cut FX costs.
Book early via Tablecheck, OpenTable or the restaurant's site.
Q1: Moriya or Steak Land? A: Moriya for the real-deal experience (since 1885); Steak Land for value.
Q2: Can I dine solo? A: Many teppanyaki counters welcome solo diners — book ahead.
Q3: Kids welcome? A: A1 and Steak Land are family-friendly. Check luxury venues like Aragawa.
Q4: Vegetarian companion? A: Some restaurants offer vegetable courses on request.
Q5: How to spot the real thing? A: Look for the "Kobe Beef Certificate" or chrysanthemum seal. Be wary of steaks under ¥10,000.
Editorial info: Yen Finder Editorial / Last verified June 2026.
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Last verified: 2026-06-08