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What to order
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Hida Beef Yakiniku
Recommended multiple times as the best way to enjoy the restaurant’s specialty beef, with reviewers highlighting the outstanding quality, rich flavor, and satisfying grilled experience.
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Ajikura Special Set
Praised for offering a generous variety of outstanding Hida beef cuts, with reviewers noting the marbling, tenderness, and overall value of the set.
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Premium Assortment Plate
Recommended for getting a broad taste of Hida beef quality, with reviewers calling the meat fatty, juicy, succulent, and especially delicious with salt or grilled sauces.
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Big Set
Specifically recommended by reviewers as a must-try limited item, valued for showcasing premium cuts and giving a strong overall Hida beef experience.
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Beef Tongue
Highlighted as a recommended item by one reviewer as part of the must-try limited dishes, suggesting it is a notable specialty when available.
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Sirloin Steak
Mentioned as one of the standout highlights of the meal, praised for melting in the mouth and having excellent texture and balance.
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Hida Beef Galbi
Called out as a highlight by a reviewer for its melt-in-the-mouth tenderness and ideal fat content, making it one of the most memorable cuts.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 2 PM, 5 to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 2 PM, 5 to 9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 2 PM, 5 to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 2 PM, 5 to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 2 PM, 5 to 9 PM |
About Ajikura
Sliced Hida beef & seafood cooked by diners at table grills, plus beer & desserts.
Amenities
Service options
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Private dining room
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- PayPay
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Ajikura known for?
Ajikura is best known for Hida beef yakiniku, especially premium cuts that reviewers describe as fatty, juicy, tender, and full of flavor. Many visitors say the Hida beef alone makes the Takayama stop worth it, even when there is a line.
What dishes are most recommended at Ajikura?
Reviewers most often recommend the premium assortment, the Ajikura Special Set, sirloin steak, Hida beef galbi, and the Mikura platter. People also mention trying the beef with salt, soy sauce, and grated garlic, and some note that the shabu shabu and seafood are good too.
What is the atmosphere like at Ajikura?
The restaurant is described as cozy and upscale, with table grills and efficient table service. It suits groups and tourists well, and several reviews mention that the dining room feels comfortable even during busy peak times.
Is Ajikura good value, and what does it cost?
Ajikura is in the ¥3,000–8,000 range, and many reviewers say the price is justified by the quality of the Hida beef and the generous portions. Some diners call it expensive compared with other restaurants in Takayama, but still well worth it for the experience and meat quality.
How long is the wait at Ajikura, and when should you go?
Wait times are often substantial, with reviews mentioning 60 to 150 minutes during busy periods, and the restaurant usually runs out of queue tickets later in the evening. The most useful strategy is to arrive around 4:15 to 4:30 pm to get a number before dinner starts, then use the QR code queue system while you wait nearby.
Is parking available at Ajikura?
Yes. Free parking lot, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Ajikura kid-friendly?
Yes, Ajikura is good for kids.
