Araki-san's Grilled Yellowtail Shabu
On November 18, 2025, the four Okaka restaurants in Tokyo, managed by Brand Bank Company, will unveil a special winter menu featuring "Araki-san's Grilled Yellowtail Shabu" and "Grilled Yellowtail & Oyster Shabu." This seasonal offering promises to be a delightful choice for food enthusiasts looking to indulge in luxurious flavors.
The Star: Araki-san's Yellowtail
Araki-san's Yellowtail is nurtured in the rich waters of Sukumo Bay, where the ocean currents from the Kuroshio ensure a stress-free environment for growth. The fish is fed a unique diet that includes sugar cane extract, enhancing its flavor while minimizing discoloration and odor. The result is a refined taste profile that makes it a brand favorite. The “grilled yellowtail” is prepared immediately after being caught, roasted with straw for an aromatic finish. The tender flesh and crispy skin create a harmonious blend of flavors, making it an ideal winter delicacy.
As diners dip the grilled yellowtail into Okaka's signature broth, the incomparable umami and rich aroma of the fish infuses the broth, creating a culinary experience that is both comforting and indulgent. To take this dish a step further, the "Grilled Yellowtail & Oyster Shabu" variant includes oysters, further elevating the ocean's flavors.
Delightful Dining Experience
Both shabu variants are designed to provide a luxurious experience:
- - Grilled Yellowtail Shabu:
- Price: 4,290 JPY (tax included) per person.
- Ingredients: Grilled yellowtail, white leeks, mizuna, and dipping sauce.
- Available from November 18, 2025, until mid-February 2026.
- Orders must be placed for two or more servings.
- Unlimited servings of freshly shaved bonito flakes are also available.
- - Grilled Yellowtail & Oyster Shabu:
- Price: 5,390 JPY (tax included) per person.
- Ingredients include both grilled yellowtail and oysters, accompanied by the same seasonal vegetables.
- This delicious offering allows patrons to savor the rich depth of flavors the sea has to offer.
Menu Highlights
For both shabu experiences, customers can enhance their meals with additional items such as:
- - EXTRA Araki-san's Grilled Yellowtail: 1,980 JPY
- - Vegetable Platter (white leeks, mizuna): 1,100 JPY
- - Pork and Wagyu Beef assortments, and traditional hand-made noodles as side options.
The restaurant celebrates an ethos focusing on freshness and quality, making every dish an unforgettable revelation of flavor.
Okaka: The Heart of the Experience
The name "Okaka" is derived from the craftsmanship of katsuobushi, where specially selected dried bonito is shaved to a delicate thickness of 0.01mm. The influence of freshly shaved bonito enhances the natural flavors of their broth, making both the dining environment and the food an experience to remember. Known for its additive-free approach, Okaka provides a wholesome experience where each customer can truly appreciate the natural essence of Japanese ingredients.
Okaka's menu varies but always features standout options like Kagoshima-raised pork shabu, offering a selection of regional specialties that complements their focus on seasonal ingredients.
About Brand Bank Company
Brand Bank Company, founded in 2010 and based in Shinjuku, Tokyo, is committed to providing delightful dining experiences across its restaurant ventures, including Okaka. The company emphasizes customer satisfaction and innovative cuisine. To learn more about their offerings and locations, visit their official
website.
Visit Okaka Restaurants
Here are the locations of the Okaka restaurants in Tokyo:
- - Okaka Tokyo: 2-3-1 Otemachi Place, Chiyoda, Tokyo. Tel: 03-6262-7087.
- - Okaka Shinjuku: 1-16-3 Kabukicho, Shinjuku, Tokyo. Tel: 03-5292-5547.
- - Okaka Ichigaya: 4-3 Rokubancho, Chiyoda, Tokyo. Tel: 03-6256-8102.
- - Okaka Kitahama: 1-7-3 Komabahashi, Chuo, Osaka. Tel: 06-6208-5818.
The new seasonal dishes will deliver a perfect taste of winter in Japan. Experience the intricate flavors and comfortable ambiance at Okaka, and let the warmth of the shabu-shabu tradition envelop you in delight.