しゃぶしゃぶKINTAN表参道 at Harajuku, Tokyo

A shabu-shabu specialist in Omotesando serving aged beef tongue and rare cuts with seasonal vegetables.

しゃぶしゃぶKINTAN表参道 is the shabu-shabu arm of the KINTAN restaurant group, a Tokyo operation built around the art of meat. Located on the second floor of the Sepia Harajuku building, a short walk from Omotesando station, it reimagines the classic hot pot with a focus on aged beef tongue and rare cuts, paired with an unusually generous array of vegetables. The group's guiding ambition is to be the most loved yakiniku and meat restaurant in its neighbourhood. Diners choose from a selection of broths, including a house-made dashi and an olive oil option, and can enjoy free refills of 20 to 30 kinds of vegetables, including nutrient-dense watercress and beets. Lunch courses offer an accessible entry point, while dinner courses showcase the full range of premium cuts and seasonal accompaniments. The restaurant is non-smoking, offers private rooms, an English menu and Wi-Fi, and accepts reservations online for both lunch and dinner. For a shabu-shabu experience that balances indulgent meat with an abundance of fresh vegetables, しゃぶしゃぶKINTAN表参道 is a considered, satisfying choice. Its attention to rare cuts and wholesome produce makes it a standout in Omotesando's competitive dining scene.