Thick-Cut Meats at a Long-Established Yakiniku Restaurant
La Shomon Honten
羅生門 本店
Kuroge Wagyu and Secret Sauce in an Open Setting
Since its founding in 1970, this yakiniku restaurant has remained a longstanding local favorite. Purchasing whole Kuroge Wagyu cattle allows for a broad selection of high-quality cuts, served in a spacious, open setting. Deeply rooted in the community, the restaurant has earned lasting support across generations.
Thick-Cut Meats at a Long-Established Yakiniku Restaurant
"La Shomon Honten" in Tarumi Ward, Kobe, Hyogo, is known for its secret sauce, passed down since the restaurant's founding to complement the umami of Kuroge Wagyu, along with careful meat selection that respects the distinctive character of each cut. Lunch features gozen meals and set menus, while dinner offers a varied selection including assortments of rare cuts and a la carte dishes. The bright, open interior provides a comfortable setting for a wide range of occasions, from family meals and gatherings with friends to dates.
Tabiiro’s picks: signature dishes
"Akami Three-Cut Platter" for Savoring the Natural Flavor of Beef
The featured "Akami Three-Cut Platter" makes full use of whole-cattle purchasing, with the three best cuts selected from five options sourced that day. Rare cuts such as the favored "Kurimi" may also be included. Each piece is deliberately cut thick to bring out the natural umami of the lean beef, helping retain juiciness after grilling while allowing rich flavor to spread with every bite. The substantial texture of the thick cuts and the depth of flavor characteristic of Kuroge Wagyu come together in a satisfying platter.
Interior
The spacious interior offers more than 130 seats in a bright, open setting. Seating options include tables suited to small groups, sunken kotatsu seating for a more relaxed meal, and a variety of private rooms well suited to celebrations and larger gatherings. Both the first and second floors feature generous layouts with ample space for comfortable dining.
From the Tabiiro Editorial Team
Since its founding in 1970, the restaurant has earned lasting support for both the quality of its meat and the distinctive flavor of its house-made sauce. Serving the finest meat available that day brings new flavors with each visit, while the ample seating and spacious interior provide a comfortable setting for a relaxed meal.
Restaurant information / Access
- Access
- Train: 7 minutes by car from Tarumi Station on the JR Kobe Line; Car: 5 minutes from Daini-Shinmei Road Takamaru IC; Bus: 1-minute walk from the Sanyo Bus "Seiryodai 1-chome" stop
- TEL
- +81-78-705-0001 Please let the staff know that you saw this on "Tabiiro."
- Official website
- https://www.rashomon.co.jp/
- Opening hours
- 11:00 A.M. to 10:30 P.M. (LO 10:00 P.M.) *Sundays: 11:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. (LO 9:30 P.M.)
- Regular closing day
- Closed on irregular days
- Average cost
- Lunch: 1,200 yen, Dinner: 3,500 yen
- Accepted payment methods
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Credit cards accepted
(VISA, MasterCard, JCB, American Express, Other) - Number of seats
- 160 seats
- Parking
- 35 spaces
Private rooms available
Tatami seating
Private rental
Parking
Lunch
All-you-can-drink
All seats are non-smoking
Credit cards accepted
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La Shomon Honten
- Opening hours
- 11:00 A.M. to 10:30 P.M. (LO 10:00 P.M.) *Sundays: 11:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. (LO 9:30 P.M.)
- Regular closing day
- Closed on irregular days