Tabelog ratingMatsusaka Ushi Yoshida (松阪牛 よし田) offers a tale of two experiences from its perch on the 53rd floor of the Tokyo Opera City Tower. By day, it’s one of Tokyo’s best-value lunch spots for premium beef; by night, a dramatic venue for special-occasion teppanyaki and sukiyaki dinners against a backdrop of city lights.
The main draw for many visitors is the lunch menu, where the quality of the Matsusaka beef far exceeds the price. Reviewers consistently praise the sukiyaki-don (a beef and rice bowl), for which many recently paid around ¥1,300, and the steak sets, which cost about ¥1,800 to ¥2,500. The beef is frequently described as exceptionally tender and 'melting'. Dinner is a more theatrical affair, with kimono-clad staff preparing multi-course meals at the table. While most find the service attentive, the main criticism is directed at the long queues for lunch. The popular sukiyaki-don is often limited to around 20 portions per day and sells out quickly. A minority of diners also felt the expensive dinner courses, which reviewers reported from ¥13,200 to ¥18,700, didn't always justify the high price tag.
Overall, the lunch sets are considered excellent value. A typical lunch spend is ¥1,000–¥1,999, while dinner is a significant splurge at ¥20,000–¥29,999 per person. For a memorable lunch with a stunning view, it's hard to beat, but be prepared to wait.
- Getting There: The restaurant is a 1-minute walk from the East Exit of Hatsudai Station on the Keio New Line. It is located on the 53rd floor of the Tokyo Opera City Tower.
- Reservations: Walk-ins are standard for the affordable lunch sets, but queues are long; arriving 30-60 minutes before opening is recommended. Reservations are advised for dinner and are only accepted for course menus.
- Payment: Accepts major credit cards (Visa, Master, JCB, Amex, Diners, UnionPay), transportation IC cards (like Suica), and PayPay.
- Children: Children and strollers are welcome.
- Dress Code: There is no strict dress code, but the restaurant may refuse entry to guests wearing excessive perfume or with visible tattoos.
- Practicalities: A 10% service charge is added to all items except the lunch menu. Private rooms are available for a fee. Be aware that the most popular lunch items sell out early.
