Tabelog ratingHakata Motsunabe Tokunagaya Souhonten (博多もつ鍋 徳永屋 総本店) specialises in one of Fukuoka's most famous local dishes: motsunabe, a hearty hotpot of beef or pork offal. What sets this restaurant apart is its signature miso-based broth, often described by guests as rich, savory, and creamy. The hotpot arrives at the table mostly cooked, allowing you to start eating almost immediately.
Diners consistently praise the quality of the miso motsunabe, noting the offal (motsu) is well-cleaned and has a pleasant sweetness, while the broth is deeply flavoured. To finish the pot, many add chanpon noodles or rice to make zosui porridge. Alongside the hotpot, the award-winning Tokuteba chicken wings are a frequently ordered highlight, lauded for being crispy and addictive. Other popular side dishes include fresh horse sashimi (basashi) and goma-saba (mackerel with sesame).
While most reviews are positive, some guests find the broth too salty, rich, or garlicky for their taste. A few also mention that the pot seems heavy on cabbage, with the portion of motsu feeling a bit small. Solo diners should be aware that counter seats can be cramped.
Reviewers report that the quality justifies the price. A single serving of miso motsunabe recently cost around ¥1,780–¥1,958, with Tokuteba wings at ¥200–¥220 per piece and goma-saba at ¥1,298. A typical dinner bill is ¥4,000–¥4,999, with lunch being ¥2,000–¥2,999. Many non-Japanese visitors appreciate the friendly staff and the availability of Korean-language menus or staff who speak basic English or Korean.
- Getting There: Located in the Reisenmachi area of Hakata, it's about a 5-minute walk from Gion Station (Exit 2) on the Fukuoka City Subway Airport Line.
- Reservations: Booking is highly recommended as the restaurant is often busy. Seating may be limited to 2 hours for dinner and 1.5 hours for lunch.
- Children: Children of all ages are welcome.
- Payment: Accepts major credit cards (VISA, Master, JCB, AMEX, Diners), electronic money (transportation IC cards, iD, QUICPay), and QR code payments (PayPay).
- Rules: A cover charge of ¥380 per person applies from 4:00 PM. Expect a one-drink or one-item minimum order per person.
- Seating: The restaurant has 51 seats, including counter seating, tables, and a tatami room. Private rooms are available.
- Smoking: A designated area for heated tobacco products is available.
- Parking: No dedicated parking, but paid coin parking is available nearby.
