Matsusakagyu Yakiniku M Hanare Branch
Good to know before you go
- Getting there
- Namba Station · 5 min walk (Osaka Metro Midōsuji Line, Osaka Metro Sennichimae Line, Osaka Metro Yotsubashi Line)
- Hours
- Mon–Fri: 12:00–15:00 (L.O. 14:30), 17:00–23:00 (L.O. 22:30); Sat, Sun & holidays: 12:00–23:00 (L.O. 22:30)
- Time needed
- 90–120 min
Hours can change on holidays — check the official site before travelling.
About
Tucked away near Dotonbori, this premium yakiniku spot is a must-visit for steak lovers wanting to experience authentic, melt-in-your-mouth Matsusaka beef, one of Japan's top three Wagyu brands. You will grill various marbled cuts yourself at your table's smokeless roaster, guided by English-speaking staff who explain the characteristics of each piece. Expect an intimate, upscale atmosphere with private booth seating perfect for a special dinner.
What Japanese guides note
Matsusakagyu Yakiniku M operates several branches in the Minami entertainment district, and visitors often confuse this Hanare annex with the original Hozenji Yokocho branch around the alley corner. Because Hanare looks out on the moss-draped statue of Hozen-ji Temple, a meal pairs naturally with a quiet evening walk around the stone-paved temple precinct. Advance reservations via the restaurant group's official website are standard practice to secure private sunken-hearth tables.
Details from local sources
- The Hanare branch is located on the second floor of the Daruma Building directly across from Hozen-ji Mizukake Fudo-son and has elevator access. [source]
- Guests must take off their footwear upon entry, as staff store all shoes at the front desk before seating diners in sunken kotatsu-style tatami spaces. [source]
- The restaurant group purchases whole Matsusaka cattle carcasses directly at source rather than selecting individual pre-cut portions. [source]
Insider Tip
Book your table online weeks in advance, and opt for a multi-course tasting menu to sample different cuts of beef alongside local sake.
Frequently asked
How is the Hanare branch different from the Hozenji Yokocho branch?
Hanare sits directly facing Hozen-ji Temple on the second floor of Daruma Building and features elevator access and sunken horigotatsu seating. The original Hozenji Yokocho branch is a separate alley building requiring stairs to reach upper levels and has standard table seating rather than tatami flooring.
Do I need to remove my shoes when dining at the Hanare branch?
Yes. Seating throughout the Hanare branch consists of sunken kotatsu tatami arrangements rather than standard chairs. Guests must remove their footwear at the front entrance, where staff store shoes in dedicated lockers before guiding visitors into the partitioned dining rooms.
Can solo diners order the Matsusaka beef tasting courses?
No. All Matsusaka beef omakase platters and tasting courses require a minimum order of two people. Solo diners can still dine here, but they must order their cuts à la carte from the ten available Matsusaka rare cuts and individual side dishes.
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