Experience Live Ukiyo-e Painting While Dining on Kobe Beef

Unique Art Dining Experience at Kobe Biidoro

As part of a groundbreaking initiative, the "Kobe Beef Yakiniku Nikunabe-ya Kobe Biidoro" in Shinjuku will unveil a series of live Ukiyo-e paintings starting December 15, 2025. This innovative concept merges culinary delight with artistic expression, allowing guests to witness the dynamic process of art creation while savoring the exquisite taste of Kobe beef.

The Background of the Concept

The Kobe Biidoro brand is renowned for its unique cooking methods that enhance the natural flavors of Kobe beef and its signature dish, Nikunabe. With an impending influx of international visitors, the Shinjuku branch aims to provide an unparalleled value that blends food with cultural experiences, giving rise to this special initiative.

Three Highlights of the Event

1. The Live Art Experience:
Guests will not only indulge in exceptional Kobe beef but also enjoy the rare opportunity to witness the art-making process. Watching as each stroke of the brush enhances the canvas, understanding how colors blend, and seeing the composition evolve in real-time adds a layer of excitement to the dining experience unlike any other.

2. The Fusion of Ukiyo-e, Landmarks and Kobe Beef:
This event seeks to reinterpret modern iconic landmarks of Tokyo through traditional Ukiyo-e techniques. By merging historical art forms with contemporary surroundings, guests can enjoy a distinctive cultural experience that captures the essence of both past and present.

3. Seamless Integration of Space and Art:
The collaboration between Kobayashi Shoten, specializing in space branding, and the artist collective Kuroyama Shachu produces this unique project, where the dining space itself becomes a canvas. This endeavor transcends the typical restaurant experience, offering guests a redefined urban cultural experience through the fusion of food and art.

Event Details

The live Ukiyo-e paintings will focus on original artworks depicting iconic Tokyo landmarks.

- Event Timing: Each session is from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (tentative).
- Schedule:

- December 15 (Monday) – December 17 (Wednesday), 2025
- Mid-January 2026
- Mid-February 2026
- Mid-March 2026
Further details about specific dates and live streaming will be announced on the official store's SNS and at the restaurant.

Meet the Creators

Kobayashi Shoten

This design firm believes in shaping brand value through innovative space branding. They’ve developed numerous restaurant spaces by balancing sincerity with innovation in design.

Kuroyama Shachu

An artist collective specializing in unique paintings and sculptures, Kuroyama Shachu engages in various art projects across domestic and international events, commercial spaces, and stage designs. For this project, they will elevate Tokyo's landmarks into modern Ukiyo-e artworks showcased through vibrant live painting performances.