Hello everyone. I’m Yoon, the manager of the Yakiniku restaurant “Jan” in Otsuka. Thank you very much for your continued patronage of our store. How are you spending your time as the seasons change? I’m sure each of you has a busy life, working hard every day and doing housework for your family. At times like these, delicious meat is the one thing that soothes your tired mind and body and gives you energy for tomorrow.
In today’s blog, I would like to talk a lot about our passion for our restaurant’s proud sauce, our extraordinary commitment to Kuroge Wagyu beef, and our love for the city of Otsuka.
It’s a little long, but we hope you will enjoy our passion for Yakiniku. Please join us until the end.
[The aim of Yakiniku Stadium Jan Otsuka main store specializing in Kuroge Wagyu beef]
As a yakiniku restaurant specializing in Kuroge Wagyu beef, our restaurant “Jan” takes great pleasure in providing the best yakiniku experience to the local residents of Otsuka as well as to the many customers who travel from far away to visit our restaurant.
Yakiniku is a dish that cannot be fooled. The quality of the ingredients, the way the meat is cut, and the slight preparation techniques have a direct effect on the taste. That’s why we make no compromises in everything from procurement to delivery.
We carefully select and purchase Kuroge Wagyu beef in the best condition at any given time from all over the country. The meat, with its beautiful marbling, looks like a work of art, and when grilled on a wire grill, it exudes a fragrant smell and exquisite flavor.
In addition, in order to bring out the maximum deliciousness of meat,“cutting”technology is also essential. Each piece is carefully cut by hand, with the thickness adjusted to the millimeter by determining the fibers in the meat and the characteristics of each part.
We offer cuts that have been carefully calculated not only for tenderness, but also for the way the meat juices spread when you put it in your mouth.
[The essence of the title! Extraordinary commitment to sauce]
Now, this is the main theme of this blog.“Yakiniku Stadium Jan Otsuka Main Store, which specializes in Kuroge Wagyu beef, is extremely particular about its sauce.”There is no lie in these words. In fact, I’m putting my life on the line for the sauce, as if these words aren’t enough.
It is a prerequisite that the meat is the highest quality Japanese black beef, but we are proud of our ability to bring out 120%, even 200%, of the potential of the meat.“Homemade sauce”That’s it. It is no exaggeration to say that the sauce is the “life” of Yakiniku. The secret flavor of “Jan”, which we arrived at after years of research and trial and error, is a completely original recipe that is never left out.
Our commitment is“Massage sauce”and“Dipping sauce”There is an exquisite balance between. First of all, “massage sauce” is used to add seasoning to the meat. Just before serving the meat, the sauce is rubbed in with just the right amount of pressure, depending on the cut, the moisture content of the meat that day, and the level of fat.
We make fine adjustments so that the leaner meat is thoroughly coated with sauce to give it a punchy flavor that goes well with the rice, and the fatty parts are served with a light but rich sauce to bring out the sweetness of the fat.
And then there’s the “tsuke sauce” to dip the grilled meat in. This is a carefully selected soy sauce base, an exquisite blend of plenty of fresh fruits, aromatic vegetables, and several types of spices, and is carefully aged over time. The natural sweetness and sourness of the fruit, the deep richness of the soy sauce, and the appetizing scent of garlic and ginger come together to gently envelop the flavor of the meat. The fragrant smell of the sauce burning on the grill and the refreshing yet deep flavor of the sauce create a harmony. This is the ultimate Yakiniku flavor that “Jan” is proud of.
[Excellent compatibility with sauce! Introducing recommended menu]
Here, we would like to introduce some recommended menu items that go perfectly with our specialty sauce. Because we specialize in Japanese black beef, we are proud to offer these special dishes. We will also inform you of the price, so please refer to it when ordering.
■Wagyu beef short ribs
First up is the classic short ribs. The special short ribs have fine grains, and the sweetness of the fat melts in your mouth the moment you put it in your mouth. The harmony of this high-quality fat and our rich sauce is truly exquisite. The aroma of the scorching sauce that rises the moment you place it on the grill will stimulate your appetite to its peak. The most delicious way to eat it is to put it on top of other white rice and mix it with rice soaked in sauce.
■Wagyu beef fillet
For those who want to enjoy the full flavor of lean meat, we recommend this Wagyu fillet. The meat is extremely soft and moist, and the more you chew, the richer flavor and richness of the meat will fill your mouth. This dish is very popular among customers, as it is neither too meaty nor too heavy, so people of all ages and genders can eat as much as they want.
■Jotan salt
This is not a sauce, but tongue salt is absolutely essential for starting Yakiniku. The thickly sliced top tongue has a crispy texture and juicy meat juices that spill out with every bite. Enjoy with plenty of our special green onion salt and a squeeze of lemon. You’ll definitely fall in love with the luxurious texture that comes with thickly sliced meat.
■Assorted hormones
We are also proud of our fresh, odor-free hormones. Formulated specifically for hormones,Special rich miso sauceI am using. The juicy texture of shimacho and marucho, combined with the rich flavor of miso, makes it so delicious that you won’t be able to stop drinking. Bake slowly until browned and enjoy the aroma.
■Assorted homemade kimchi
The best accompaniment to yakiniku is kimchi. All of our kimchi, including Chinese cabbage, oki kimchi, and kakuteki, are handmade in-house. It’s an authentic dish that has the spiciness of the fish and the sweetness of the vegetables, making it perfect for a break between meat dishes.
[Otsuka city and Jan’s history]
From now on, let me tell you a little bit about Otsuka, the town where we have our store. Otsuka is a truly attractive city. Although it is adjacent to large cities such as Ikebukuro and Sugamo, it retains a nostalgic atmosphere from the Showa era and has a warm atmosphere full of the atmosphere of a downtown area. The Toden Arakawa Line runs leisurely, and the shopping district is full of life, with a mix of old-fashioned individual shops and shops with new energy.
I, Yun, also love this town of Otsuka, and I am truly proud to have opened “Jan” here and to be able to provide meat to everyone. The people of Otsuka are truly warm and full of humanity. We are filled with gratitude to all of our regular customers who have continued to visit us since we first opened.
One evening, such a wonderful episode happened.
There were three generations of families visiting, from grandparents to young grandchildren. The sight of everyone sitting around the big table eating meat with smiles on their faces made me feel happy. On the way home, grandpa“I definitely like the meat and sauce here the most. My grandson ate a lot too.”I still can’t forget the joy I felt when he called out to me.
I believe that Yakiniku has the magical power to connect people and bring smiles to their faces. Fun drinking parties with friends, reward parties with co-workers, family celebrations on special occasions, and small daily rewards. As someone who runs a restaurant, I am most happy that Jan can be a part of everyone’s life in Otsuka and be there next to everyone’s smiles.
[To everyone, a blissful moment woven by meat and sauce]
What did you think? Nothing would make us happier than if we could convey even just a little bit of our restaurant’s extraordinary commitment to sauces and our passion for meat.
We will continue to work hard every day so that every customer who opens the door to Jan will say, “It was delicious” and “I definitely want to come again.” We do not cut any corners from the preparation stage and always prepare the meat and sauce in the best condition to welcome you.
Our entire staff strives to provide warm and homely customer service, and will do our best to help make your precious time even more wonderful. If you feel a bit tired today or want to eat something delicious to your heart’s content to cheer yourself up, please come to our store. We look forward to serving you the finest meat, secret sauce, and a smile.
[About store information and reservations]
- Store name:Kuroge Wagyu Beef Specialty Yakiniku Stadium Jan Otsuka Main Store
- address:1F SK Building, 2-11-1 Kita-Otsuka, Toshima-ku, Tokyo 170-0004
- access:3 minutes walk from the north exit of Otsuka Station on the JR Yamanote Line
- Business hours:Lunch 11:30-14:00 / Dinner 17:00-24:00
- Click here to make a reservation: https://tabelog.com/tokyo/A1323/A132302/13168261/
- Phone number: 03-3910-9065
Thank you very much for reading this long message till the end. When you’re in Otsuka or just want to eat some delicious yakiniku, be sure to visit the Otsuka main branch of Yakiniku Stadium Jan, which specializes in Kuroge Wagyu beef.
Dinner time on weekends and holidays is often very crowded, and we may not be able to seat you. We strongly recommend making reservations in advance when visiting. Please use the Tabelog link below to easily reserve your seat.
We look forward to seeing you again. It was the store manager, Yoon!
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