5 Recommended Yakiniku Restaurants in Hida Takayama – Popular Spots to Savor Premium A5 Hida Beef - Japan Travel Sights

—From A5 Hida Beef to All-You-Can-Eat, A Definitive Guide to Unmissable Restaurants

With rows of traditional wooden townhouses and the ever-changing seasonal scenery of the Northern Alps, Hida Takayama is a town steeped in history and surrounded by nature, captivating all who visit.

And no story of this region is complete without mentioning Hida beef—a brand of Japanese wagyu renowned nationwide for its fine marbling and rich umami flavor.

The best way to enjoy the full charm of Hida beef in its most direct and luxurious form is through yakiniku (Japanese-style grilled meat).

From savoring carefully grilled slices of top-grade A5 cuts, to casual spots near the station, to all-you-can-eat feasts—you’ll find a wide variety of choices.

In this guide, we’ve handpicked 5 unmissable yakiniku spots in Hida Takayama—from easily accessible restaurants perfect for a stop during sightseeing, to hidden local favorites beloved by residents.

Before planning your trip, check this list to find your ideal “Hida Beef moment.”

Article Index

1. 1. Maruaki Hida Takayama Branch
2. 2. Ajikura Tengoku
3. 3. Takumiya Yasukawa Branch
4. 4. Yamatake Shoten
5. 5. Hida Beef Restaurant Tenkara
6. Quick Comparison Table

1. Maruaki Hida Takayama Branch

Enjoy A5 Hida Beef just minutes from the station
As a butcher-owned restaurant, it offers unbeatable freshness and value. The large platter set featuring A5 Hida beef sirloin, premium short ribs, lean cuts, and diced steak is a feast for both the eyes and palate. Even the liver and egg soup are odor-free and satisfying. Lunch is so popular it often sells out early.

Address: 6-8-1 Tenmanmachi, Takayama, Gifu
Phone: 0577-35-5858
Access: About 5 min walk from JR Takayama Station

2. Ajikura Tengoku

A must-reserve favorite for quality and value
Located just 2 minutes from Takayama Station, this spot is known for excellent cost performance—offering Hida beef at reasonable prices.

Side dishes like salads and kimchi are plentiful, making it great for families. An ideal choice for dinner after sightseeing.

Address: 4-308 Hanasatomachi, Takayama, Gifu
Phone: 0577-37-1129
Access: About 1 min walk from JR Takayama Station

3. Takumiya Yasukawa Branch

A long-established yakiniku spot perfect for a mid-walk break
Located in Takayama’s historic old town, this relaxed restaurant is known for tender, flavorful Hida beef. Premium options like the “Tobi Special Filet” are also available. Takeout is offered.

Address: 2 Shimoninomachi, Takayama, Gifu
Phone: 0577-36-2989
Access: About 7–13 min walk from JR Takayama Station

4. Yamatake Shoten

A butcher-owned shop where you grill your own meat
Choose your favorite cuts directly from the butcher counter, then grill them on-site—a fun and unique system. While a table fee applies, you enjoy butcher pricing. Hida beef marbled cuts are available in 100g portions.

Address: 1-70 Sowamachi, Takayama, Gifu
Phone: 0577-34-3208
Access: About 7 min walk from JR Takayama Station (East Exit)

5. Hida Beef Restaurant Tenkara

Perfect for combining with Shirakawa-go sightseeing
A popular spot near Shirakawa-go offering Hida beef yakiniku and “hitsumabushi” style rice bowls with rich beef broth. Portions are modest, making it ideal for a refined meal between sightseeing stops.

Address: 296-1 Hatogaya, Shirakawa-mura, Ōno-gun, Gifu
Phone: 05769-6-1661
Access: About 5 min by car from Shirakawa-go IC

Quick Comparison Table

Restaurant Name	Feature	Address	Phone	Distance from Station
Maruaki Hida Takayama Branch	Wide A5 Hida beef selection / butcher-owned	6-8-1 Tenmanmachi, Takayama	0577-35-5858	5 min walk from Takayama Sta.
Ajikura Tengoku	Great value / reservations required	4-308 Hanasatomachi, Takayama	0577-37-1129	1 min walk from Takayama Sta.
Takumiya Yasukawa Branch	Convenient mid-walk stop	2 Shimoninomachi, Takayama	0577-36-2989	7–13 min walk from Takayama Sta.
Yamatake Shoten	Grill-it-yourself butcher shop	1-70 Sowamachi, Takayama	0577-34-3208	7 min walk from Takayama Sta.
Hida Beef Restaurant Tenkara	Paired with Shirakawa-go sightseeing	296-1 Hatogaya, Shirakawa-mura	05769-6-1661	5 min drive from Shirakawa-go IC

Yakiniku in Hida Takayama is more than just eating “delicious meat.”

Biting into freshly grilled Hida beef—raised with pride and care—releases a burst of flavor and aroma that, along with the atmosphere and conversations with the staff, becomes one of the most memorable moments of your trip.

Whether it’s ultra-fresh cuts only available at a butcher-owned shop, lively evenings in a popular reservation-only restaurant, a quiet charcoal-grilled course meal, or an indulgent all-you-can-eat experience—you’ll leave thinking, “I’m so glad I came.”

On your next visit to Hida Takayama, make sure to include a yakiniku tour along with sightseeing.

Cherry blossoms in spring, cool breezes in summer, autumn leaves in fall, snowy landscapes in winter… In this ever-changing town, enjoy the ultimate meat experience and create new “flavor memories” for your journey.