[2025 Nagoya Restaurant] Travel guide for Yabaton Yabacho Flagship Shop (updated Dec)

Address - 1-2-1 Naeki Department Store Main Building 9F, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya Environment/Facilities - Refreshing and non-greasy fried pork ribs topped with a secret mature miso sauce is a well-known local delicacy in Nagoya. The delicious pork ribs that make people smile with satisfaction are very popular among travelers! Yaba Miso Pork Ribs has a shop on the 9th floor of Meitetsu Department Store, directly above Meitetsu Nagoya Station, which is very convenient. It is open until 23:00 in the evening (the latest ordering time is 22:00). Features - This Nagoya super popular shop, the door is a bunch of people queuing also a bunch of tourist suitcases, and stamps for you to stamp as a souvenir Price per person - 1200 yen Rating -4/5 #JapanTravel #OverseasTravel

Address: Yabacho Main Branch/Osu 3-6-18 Miso katsu is a Nagoya specialty. When it comes to miso katsu, Yabaton is the place to go. We recommend topping it with lots of green onions. Lunch sets start at 1,300 yen, and Yabatonjiru is 300 yen. #trip2022#gourmettrip

#NovemberDestinations2025 #Nagoya #Houraiken #YabaTonkatsu #NagoyaBigFeast #AichiPrefecture ⭐《A Nagoya One-Day Five-Fold Binge-Eating Experience: Giant Shrimp, Four Ways to Eat Eel, Miso Tonkatsu, Extraordinary Wild Game, Grilled Eel – This City Will Make You Kneel!》 — A Nagoya trip that relied entirely on my stomach, leaving absolutely no room for survival. 🟦 First Stop: Nagoya's Specialty "35cm Giant Shrimp" – A Shocking Lesson in the Morning! In Nagoya, you don't wake up with coffee, you wake up with giant shrimp hitting your face. This shop, famous for its "35cm fried eel," is often described on Google Maps as: • "Nagoya's Godzilla eel" • "As long as a forearm, you'll question your existence after eating it" • "The photos are already exaggerated, the actual product is even more of a behemoth" The outer skin is so crispy it crumbles, and the eel itself is enormous, bursting with meat; it even droops slightly when picked up with chopsticks. Paired with Nagoya's signature sweet and rich sauce, you'll instantly understand: How do Nagoya people eat such crazy things every day? After the first stop, my stomach was already 30% damaged, but the journey had only just begun. ⸻ 🟦 Second stop: Houraiken - Four Ways to Eat Eel - Nagoya's most prestigious and long-queue-filled restaurant When talking about Nagoya eel, you can't ignore Houraiken (あつた蓬莱轩). Online reviews of this restaurant can be summarized in two sentences: • "Waiting an hour is the norm, but one bite and you'll know it's worth it." • "The true king of eel." The signature eel rice bowl "Hitsumubshi" has four ways to enjoy it: 1. First way: Original flavor → Crispy outer skin, full of charcoal aroma, the eel oil is so fragrant it's almost sinful. 2. Second way: Add seaweed, green onions, and wasabi → Refreshing and enhances the aroma. 3. Third way: Add dashi broth and eat it like ochazuke (rice with tea) → The eel becomes tender and juicy, with an explosion of flavors. 4. Fourth way: Mix and match according to your preference → Decide your favorite way to eat it. Many Japanese food critics say: "You haven't truly experienced eel in Nagoya until you've eaten at Houraiken." But only Nagoya locals understand: After eating at Houraiken, you're completely satisfied; after eating the bill, you feel a pang of heartache for a couple of seconds. ⸻ 🟦 Third Stop: Yaba Tonkatsu (矢場とん) – The concentration of miso is the soul of Nagoya When it comes to Nagoya's miso culture, Yaba Tonkatsu is a living example. Three most common online reviews: • "The miso sauce is so thick you could use it as a pillow." • "The taste of Nagoya is miso + fried food." • "After eating it once, you can tell who's a Nagoya local." The tonkatsu has a crispy exterior, topped with their signature "red miso sauce," so thick it's almost viscous, completely covering the tonkatsu like a miso coat. Some people might find it too heavy on the first bite, but after the second bite… they suddenly understand! Miso and tonkatsu are a match made in heaven. If you continue this stop directly from Houraiken, basically: Your stomach is already on the verge of collapse. But the journey isn't over yet. ⸻ 🟦 Fourth Stop: Nagoya - Mountain Game - Five Game Animals to Choose From, the Ultimate Hardcore Experience Mountain game is a highly recommended "masculine cuisine" by many Japanese food bloggers online. It offers: • Pork • Deer • Pheasant • Bear • Duck It's described as: "Experiencing the cuisine of a mountain hunter in the city" Most common online reviews: • "A completely different world's flavor" • "You'll want to try other game after just one bite" • "Bear meat is really special, no gamey taste, surprisingly delicious!" You can make it into hot pot, barbecue, miso stew… each cooking method brings out the unique characteristics of the meat. The deer meat is lean and tender, the pheasant meat is springy, the bear meat is rich and flavorful without being greasy, and the duck meat has a wild aroma but is smooth and palatable. By this point, your stomach is probably thinking: "I just came out for a stroll, I never expected to be on the front lines." ⸻ 🟦 Fifth Stop: Grilled Fuji Eel – The Ultimate Aroma from Grilling on a Rock Slab For the final stop, we invite eel back for a visit, but this time it's "Grilled Eel." Japanese food critics' reviews of the grilled eel: • "Incredibly crispy, with an aroma you can't find in regular eel rice." • "Crispy skin, tender meat, and stays hot for an incredibly long time." The slightly charred skin and rich, fatty flavor are completely unlike the gentler approach of Houraiken; it's a "bold and hearty eel." By this point, your stomach is completely empty, your reason is completely empty, but your heart is filled with happiness. ⸻ 🎌《Summary: Nagoya, a city that will force you to risk your life for food》 This five-in-one feast was truly insane: • Giant Eel → Visually stunning • Four ways to eat eel → Technically stunning • Miso pork cutlet → Culturally stunning Nagoya • Wild game cuisine → A sensory and wild experience stunning • Grilled eel → The final blow of aroma After this day, you'll understand why many people online say: "Nagoya isn't a tourist city, it's a food dungeon; if you enter, be prepared to be completely wiped out."

Our journey began with a breathtaking seascape in Ise-Shima. Our first stop was the Yokoyama Observatory. The vast expanse of Ago Bay unfolded before us, a breathtaking sight beyond words. Countless emerald islands, like pearls, dotted the calm waters, while pearl-farming rafts shimmered in the sunlight, creating a harmonious and tranquil spectacle known as the Rias Coast. Here, time seemed to slow down, the sea breeze caressed us, and we greedily breathed in the fresh air, etched deeply in our minds the magnificent landscape of the intertwined mountains and sea. After bidding farewell to the breathtaking scenery, a feast for our taste buds awaited. The Ise region's most renowned delicacy is undoubtedly Ise lobster. At lunchtime, an exquisite lobster set meal arrived. The vibrant red shell encased the translucent, plump, and chewy prawns, a visual delight. With one bite, the sweet, fresh taste of the ocean bursts into life. The meat is firm and springy, requiring no over-seasoning to savor its unadulterated flavor. This luxurious delicacy is undoubtedly the most generous gift of this bountiful ocean. Next, we journeyed to Nagoya to visit Atsuta Jingu Shrine, one of Japan's three great shrines. Stepping through the massive wooden torii gate, the bustle of the city seemed instantly detached. Towering ancient trees lined the approach to the shrine, and the air was filled with a solemn and tranquil atmosphere. The shrine's architecture is simple and elegant, exuding a rich history. As we strolled through the shrine, we felt the sacredness and tranquility etched down through millennia, and our souls calmed, finding a moment of peace. To conclude our trip, we enjoyed miso pork cutlet from Yabadon, Nagoya's soul food. A charming sumo wrestler mascot warmly greeted us at the entrance. When the tonkatsu rice, drizzled with a rich, dark red miso sauce, arrived, the aroma filled the air. The golden, crispy pork cutlet, paired with the salty, sweet, and richly flavored bean sauce, was a perfect match. Paired with the refreshing shredded cabbage, each bite was a satisfying delight. From the grandeur of Yokoyama Observatory to the sweetness of Ise lobster; from the solemnity of Atsuta Shrine to the heartwarming warmth of Yabadon, this journey not only offered a glimpse into the beauty of the mountains and sea, but also a profound experience of Japan's culinary culture and history, resulting in unforgettable memories that touched all five senses and enriched the soul.

[Yabaton | Aichi, Nagoya] "A Nagoya specialty! A famous restaurant with an addictive sweet and spicy miso sauce" — The place to go for Nagoya cuisine❗️ Established in 1947, [Yabaton] offers a unique Nagoya-style combination of tonkatsu and miso sauce🐷✨ The rich, creamy miso sauce is the perfect match for the crispy tonkatsu, and once you try it, you'll be back for more!😍 📍 [Main Store Information] ・Address: 3-6-18 Osu, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture ・Access: Approximately a 5-minute walk from Kamimaezu Station on the subway ・Branches also available at Nagoya Station and Sakae (Matsuzakaya, Eska Underground Mall, Chubu Centrair International Airport, etc.) ・Parking: Many coin parking lots nearby 🕰 [Business Hours] ・11:00 AM - 9:00 PM (L.O. 8:30 PM) ・Closed: Open every day (except for New Year's holidays) ⸻ 🍽[Recommended Menu] • Waraji Tonkatsu Set Meal (A classic, hearty dish✨) • Fillet Cutlet Set Meal (For tenderness) • Choose from miso sauce or sauce-based cutlet • Rice and cabbage refills available (at select locations) • "Yabaton's Miso Sauce" is also a popular souvenir! ⸻ 💡[Recommended Points] • It looks "rich," but the miso sauce is surprisingly light and sweet. • Perfect for lunch or dinner on your trip to Nagoya🍽 • Takeout and bento boxes available • Yabatan's "Boo-chan" character goods are also cute🐷💕 ⸻ 🎒[Tips and Tricks] • Be prepared to wait in line! It gets especially crowded during the day on weekends, so it's best to line up a little early. • They offer free miso sauce toppings in the store! If you'd prefer a generous portion, ask for it! ✨ • For dessert, enjoy the Nagoya atmosphere with "Ogura Toast" or "Uiro" (Japanese rice cracker). 🍡 ⸻ #Yabaton #MisoKatsu #NagoyaGourmet #AbsolutelyFreeTravel

We'll introduce three recommended places, from classic gourmet spots for first-time visitors to Nagoya to restaurants that only a few insiders know about 🐼 📍 Yabatan Main Branch (Yabaton) The original Nagoya specialty misokatsu! The pork cutlet soaked in plenty of miso sauce is exquisite ✨ 🕰 Business hours 11:00-21:00 (last orders 20:30) *There may be a bit of a line when it's busy, but the turnover is fast! 📫 Address 3-6-18 Osu, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi 🚶♂️ Access ・5 minutes walk from Yabacho Station on the Meijo subway line ・Very close to Nagoya PARCO🎵 💰 Average budget Lunch: ¥1,200-¥1,800 Dinner: ¥1,500-¥2,000 🍽️ Recommended points ・The signature dish "Waraji Tonkatsu" is very filling! 🍽️ Gyu-Mabushiya Centrair Branch A beef version of Nagoya's specialty "Hitsumabushi"! The softly stewed beef and the special Ise soy sauce are a perfect match✨   🕰 Business hours 10:00-21:00 (last order 20:15)  📍 Address 1-1 Centrair, Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture Chubu Centrair International Airport, Terminal 1 Building, 4F  🚉 Access A short walk from Chubu Centrair International Airport Station on the Meitetsu Airport Line  💴 Average budget ¥1,000-¥1,999  ✈️ Perfect for the beginning or end of your trip! A rare restaurant in Centrair where you can enjoy the taste of Nagoya. Be sure to stop by while you're waiting for your flight😊 🍜 Unadjusted Chicken White Soup Ramen Menpo Sakuichi A ramen restaurant that boasts unadjusted soup that makes the most of the flavor of the ingredients! 🕰 Business hours Monday-Friday: Lunch 11:30-14:00 (Last order 13:30) Dinner 18:00-22:30 (Last order 22:00) Saturday and holidays: Lunch 11:30-15:00 (Last order 14:30) Dinner 18:00-22:30 (Last order 22:00) *Ends when soup runs out    📍 Address Chiyoda Mansion 1F, 3-32-2 Chiyoda, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture  🚶♂️ Access About 6 minutes walk from Exit 6 of JR and Subway "Tsurumai Station"  💴 Average budget Up to ¥999 👇 Recommended for those who want to taste authentic ramen in Nagoya! Please enjoy this bowl full of the concentrated flavor of the ingredients.

Seijoji Temple, located in Nagoya's Osu Shopping Street, is a Jodo sect temple. Its mountain name is Tokujusan, and it enshrines the Yaba Enmei Jizo deity, also known by the nickname Yaba Jizo. It is the second pilgrimage site of the Owari Six Jizo and a branch temple of Chion-in. The temple is situated on the site of the former Kobayashi Castle. Today, the Kobayashi Castle no longer exists, and Seijoji Temple quietly stands across Otsu Street from the Yabaton Building in Osu. Behind the main hall, you can find the Yaba Jizo statue, known for its connection to the Enmei Jizo deity, as well as a stone monument inscribed with a haiku by Basho.

#MarchGoodPlaces2025 When you come to Nagoya, you must try the local super popular B-grade food - miso fried pork cutlet! This time we specifically went to the Yaba Tonkatsu Yabacho main store. This store is a legend in the tonkatsu world in Nagoya. Several floors of the entire building are their restaurants, which shows how popular it is! Miso fried pork chop - the rich flavor will make you fall in love with it at first sight! The signature miso fried pork chop at Yaba Tonkatsu is fried until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, topped with a unique red miso sauce that is rich and sweet but not too salty, and perfect with white rice! The thickness of the deep-fried pork chop is just right, and it is full of gravy when you bite it. Every bite is filled with the aroma of miso, which is super satisfying! A must try! Miso stew - super flavorful Nagoya style In addition to deep-fried pork chops, they also have a miso dish that contains pork intestines, white radish and other ingredients. After a long period of simmering, the sweet aroma of miso is fully permeated, and every bite is full of rich Nagoya flavor. It is especially suitable for eating in winter, warming the stomach and satisfying! Summarize Yaba Fried Tonkatsu is indeed a representative delicacy of Nagoya. Both the Miso Fried Tonkatsu and the Miso Boiled Tonkatsu are worth a try. Both the rich flavor of the miso and the crispy texture of the fried tonkatsu are unforgettable. If you come to Nagoya, you must make a pilgrimage to the Yabacho main store. You will definitely not be disappointed! postscript Then I saw the limited-time Totoro pop up store nearby! Lucky day 🙏🏻 #NagoyaFood

The fountains around the TV tower in central Nagoya sparkle in the sun. Although sometimes affected by haze, they still attract many tourists to take photos here. In the Rong shopping district, in addition to enjoying the beautiful scenery, you can also taste local specialties. Among them, the red bean dumplings from "Xiyu Nu" are particularly popular. This glutinous rice dumpling has a soft outer skin and sweet filling, and paired with the fragrant red bean soup, it makes people feel the warmth of winter with one bite after another. Of course, when you come to Nagoya, how can you not try the local specialties? Yaba Honten is a famous deep-fried pork chop restaurant in Nagoya, known for its crispy skin and juicy meat. Here, you can taste the authentic Nagoya fried pork chop, served with a special sauce that will leave you with an unforgettable aftertaste. In short, Nagoya Central TV Tower and Ei shopping district are not only great places for sightseeing, but also ideal places to enjoy delicious food. Here, you can enjoy beautiful scenery and delicious food and experience the unique charm of Nagoya. #2月好地方2025

Speaking of Nagoya, Yabatan's misokatsu is a must-try! This specialty dish is a juicy pork cutlet topped with a sweet and spicy miso sauce, and once you try it, you'll be hooked 😋 The piping hot "Miso Niku Udon" is also a must-try! The chewy noodles and rich miso soup create an exquisite harmony ✨ After the meal, enjoy sweets and coffee at a stylish cafe and enjoy the taste of Nagoya ☕ #0 Yen Travel February 2025

Yabatan Yabacho Main Branch is a famous restaurant serving Nagoya's specialty "miso katsu" and is a long-established restaurant founded in 1947. This is the main branch of Yabatan, and is popular with both tourists and locals. Features The miso sauce is sweet and based on Hatcho miso, and goes great with rice. There is an illustration of the famous character "Boo-chan" inside the store, so you can enjoy the atmosphere of Yabatan! Recommended menu Waraji Tonkatsu Double-sized tonkatsu with half miso and half sauce Teppan Tonkatsu Miso katsu sizzling on a hot plate Fillet cutlet set meal Made with tender fillet meat, it is healthy. There are often long lines, so if you go a little outside of the usual time, you may be able to get in smoothly. If you want to enjoy Nagoya's specialties, be sure to visit! Basic information Address: 3-6-18 Osu, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi Access: 5 minutes walk from Exit 4 of Yabacho Station Business hours: 11:00-21:00 (last orders 20:30) Closed days: Open everyday #0 yen trip January 2025

Speaking of Nagoya, it's miso katsu!! When it comes to miso katsu, it's Yabatan! They poured the sauce right in front of us on the freshly made katsu and it was delicious!! It was also great when I dipped it in the cheese sauce I ordered as an extra!! I ate so much rice that I ended up having a large serving! It's great that you can get free refills of rice and cabbage! #0yentravelnovember

Went to [Yabaton] by myself on the way home from a live show 🙌🏻 [Loin pork cutlet set meal] ¥1,300 [Pork soup] ¥150 *The miso soup in the set meal can be changed to pork soup Nagoya gourmet! I was nervous about going alone, but surprisingly there were a lot of people who went alone 👀 When I sat down at the counter seat, the food came out in about 5 minutes! The miso is so delicious 😳 You can have free refills of cabbage and rice ✨ The chopsticks, teacups, and towels are all decorated with Boo-chan, and I think that little detail is wonderful 💭 [Yabaton Yabacho Main Branch] 🕚Business hours: 11:00-21:00 📍Location: 3-6-18 Osu, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture 2.7km from Nagoya Station ・Train🚃: 15 minutes ・Walk🚶: 40 minutes #Nagoya #NagoyaGourmet #Yabaton #YabatonMisoKatsu #YabatonYabachoMainBranch #MealsaloneinNagoya #SoloTravelingWomen

#0yentravelnovember Among the Nagoya dishes, one that you definitely can't miss is Yabatan, which started in Yabacho, Nagoya. Nowadays, it's a Nagoya dish that has people lining up to get in. At Yabatan, the main dish is not the pork cutlet, but the miso sauce, which I've been eating a lot lately. ・ The pork cutlet goes well with the smooth miso sauce. The original miso sauce is made using natural fermented soybean miso that has been aged for a year and a half, and is prepared by a limited number of craftsmen, just enough for daily use. It goes well not only with pork cutlets, but also with cabbage! ・ Yabaton Yabacho Main Branch 3-6-18 Osu, Naka-ku, Nagoya 11:00-21:00 (052)252-8810

This ancestral-level old shop has a long queue every day. Fortunately, it took 15 minutes to be seated on weekdays. My husband ordered the first popular "Extra Large Rib Fried Pork Ribs Rice" package, and I ordered the second most popular "Excellent Rib Fried Pork Ribs" package. The pork chops here are fried to a loose and crispy texture, which is unbeatable. Served with miso sauce, it's unforgettable! #Nagoya food recommendation

Yabatan is famous for its miso cutlets in Nagoya. This pig character has a very cute local feel to it. At first, I thought the name "Yabai Tonkatsu" meant "Yabaton," but when I got to the area and saw a sign for "Yabacho," I learned that it was named after the town. Yabatan was founded in January 1953. Apparently it started as a small diner. And when you think of Nagoya udon, you think of the flat kishime noodles. Ebisu-ya, a long-established kishimen restaurant, is even older. Founded in 1927, they have been preserving the techniques passed down since the Edo period. #Ebisu-ya #Kishimen #Yabaton #Nagoya food #0 yen trip autumn ──────────────────── Store name: Nagoya specialty misokatsu Yabaton Yabacho main store Address: 3-6-18 Osu, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi Business hours: 11:00 - 21:00 Closed: None Price: 1000-2000 yen ──────────────────── ────────────────── Store name: Souhonke Ebisu-ya main store Address: 3-20-7 Nishiki, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi Business hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 11:00 - 01:00 Saturday, public holidays 11:00 - 21:00 Closed: Sunday Price: 1000-2000 yen ────────────────────

💠💠 Yabatan, a famous restaurant for miso cutlets representing Nagoya 💠💠 First of all, the red miso sauce has a unique sweetness and deep richness ✨ This miso sauce goes perfectly with meat, and once you try it, you will never forget the taste 🥹🥹✨ The pork used is juicy and has a firm texture 🥩" And the thick cutlet is satisfying and satisfying 😽💕 The interior of the restaurant has a warm atmosphere and is attractive for its casual feel 💟 It is also perfect for enjoying a meal with family and friends 🍴 Symbol of Nagoya culture: Yabatan is a symbol of Nagoya's miso cutlets and is popular with tourists ♪♪ If you visit Nagoya, be sure to visit 🚶💕 #0 yen travel autumn

"Yabaton Yabacho Main Branch" 📍3-6-18 Osu, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi ☎050-5494-5371 🕚11:00-21:00 🌙Irregular holidays When you travel to Nagoya, you think of miso katsu! When you think of miso katsu, you think of Yabaton! When you think of Yabaton, you think of the main branch! So I stopped by the main branch. Everything was a lot of food, so I ordered the women's 🔖Fillet Tonkatsu (small, 80g) 1,380 yen . After 80g, the next size was medium, 120g for 1,900 yen. It comes with miso soup, pickles, and rice. I was happy that the cold water was green tea. I'd like to stop by again if I come to Nagoya. #Nagoya Tourism #Nagoya Cuisine #Yabaton #Yabaton Miso Cutlet #Miso Cutlet #Nagoya Specialty

Aichi, Aichi Tourism When you think of Aichi, you think of Nagoya A must-try gourmet dish when you come to Nagoya Yes, that's it! That's it! This time, we'll be sharing the miso katsudon 📍 Yabatan Yabacho Main Branch 📍 3-6-18 Osu, Naka-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture A well-known Nagoya specialty Miso katsu, a famous miso shop And this time, we went to Yabatan Yabacho Main Branch! It was raining lightly, but there was still a line. After waiting for about 30 minutes, I was able to get my long-awaited miso katsudon. The katsu was freshly fried and crispy. The secret miso was delicious. It's a must-try when you come to Nagoya. It's one of the gourmet foods you'll definitely eat before you go home. The Yabacho main store is in a building, and since I was alone this time, I sat at the counter on the first floor, but it seems that group seats are guided to the second floor or higher. #Aichi #AichiTourism #Nagoya #NagoyaGourmet #Yabaton #Yabacho #NagoyaMisoKatsu #NagoyaMisoKatsu #YabatonMisoKatsu #YabatonMisoKatsu #AichiTrip

The must-eat miso pork chop in Nagoya is indeed well-deserved. The sizzling pork chop is rare in Hong Kong. After the waiter serves the dish, he pours the sauce in front of you. It is very fragrant, and the following dishes will be cooked. The juice is delicious and not sticky. Too salty If you are greedy and want to try another one, there are two miso sauce pork chops with different flavors, which will satisfy you at once😋😋. And the store closes at 23:00, so you can shop as much as you want before eating. Yaba Yue LACHIC store Address: 7F, E3-6-1, Naka-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture Transportation: Subway Higashiyama Line, Meijo Line Sakae Station directly accessible via underground shopping mall (located inside LACHIC department store) Business hours: 11:00-23:00 #foodie #外游 #tripcom5anniversary #NAGOYA