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A New Dining Experience: Meet & Meat

The innovative dining and social concept, Meet & Meat, produced by Aisekiya, is set to open its doors on September 7, 2026, at 5 PM. Located in the vibrant Yokohama Nishiguchi area, this entertainment bar brings together food, connection, and fun in a unique way. It offers a novel approach compared to traditional izakayas, focusing not only on dining and socializing but also incorporating playful elements into the atmosphere.

What is Meet & Meat?

Meet & Meat is a creative endeavor by Section Eight, the company behind Aisekiya and the one-on-one rendezvous lounge, THE SINGLE. The space is designed to foster spontaneous connections, where guests can enjoy high-quality meat dishes while engaging in games like darts. This setup is meant to create an environment where conversations flow naturally, breaking down barriers between people.

The Vision Behind Meet & Meat

The aim of Meet & Meat is to provide a social setting that grows organically—where you might not even realize how close you’re getting to others until it happens. Guests will savor meticulously prepared meat dishes while sharing laughs over games, which act as an icebreaker to facilitate introductions. This refreshing approach to meeting new people is particularly appealing to those who seek companionship without the pressure of a typical dating scene.

The Unique Features of Meet & Meat

1. Quality Meat Dishes and Diverse Drinks
Guests can indulge in a carefully curated menu offering between 20 to 30 distinct meat dishes, prepared with methods such as low-temperature cooking. Sharing a table for dinner serves as an organic prompt for conversation.

2. Engaging Conversation Every 20 Minutes
Each guest is guaranteed to meet someone new at least twice during their visit thanks to a unique system that rotates seating every 20 minutes. If a conversation is particularly lively, guests can choose to extend their time together for an additional fee. This dynamic ensures a fun and relaxed atmosphere, perfect for making connections.

3. Open Space for Seamless Socializing
Meet & Meat features an open-layout design that encourages guests to mingle without physical boundaries, fostering interactions with those at adjacent tables through games and activities. The entire space is crafted to encourage organic networking in a relaxed environment.

Benefits for Guests

Meet & Meat caters to a diverse clientele, providing compelling reasons for both men and women to visit. Patrons can enjoy exquisite low-temperature cooked meat and engaging games, making it an inviting destination for a casual night out. The venue aims to lower the barriers to interacting with strangers through shared meals and playful competition.

Prioritizing Experience Over Pressure

While Meet & Meat endorses shared seating, it ensures that every visit is fulfilling irrespective of the outcome in terms of personal connections. Guests won't leave disappointed even if they don’t make the desired match because they will have relished quality food and a lively experience.

Memories Over Photos

Rather than just Instagram-worthy snapshots, Meet & Meat encourages guests to cherish the memories created within its walls—laughing over darts or toasting with new acquaintances every 20 minutes, creating lasting impressions over visual ones.

Pricing and Special Offers

The entry fee for Meet & Meat is ¥5,000, which includes two guaranteed meets (with a ¥2,500 refund if no new connections are made). For those who want longer conversations, extensions are available at ¥500 for every 10 minutes, and additional meetings will cost ¥1,000. Games like darts are available for just ¥100 each, while other entertainment options remain free of charge. VIP tables for a more exclusive experience are available for ¥10,000 for the first hour, with extensions for ¥5,000 for every thirty minutes.

Grand Opening Campaign

To celebrate its grand opening from September 7 to 9, 2026, Meet & Meat will offer free entry for everyone, including unlimited food and drink options. Following this, for the entire month of September, men’s entry will be reduced to half price at ¥2,500, while women above 20 will enjoy free admission. After September, standard pricing will resume.

To join the fun, pre-registration via the official LINE account is required, offering easy access to the latest news about availability and special offers.

A New Level of Social Dining

Meet & Meat aspires to create more than just a casual meeting spot; it’s a new atmosphere where culinary excellence meets fun interaction—a fresh take on how we experience dining and social engagement. We look forward to welcoming you for this extraordinary dining adventure in Yokohama!