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Kōne – Hiroshima Soul Food

What is “Kōne”?

Kōne is a rare cut of beef taken from the area around the shoulder blade, near the base of the front leg. In Hiroshima, it has long been a beloved classic of yakiniku (Japanese BBQ). This cut is beautifully marbled, with alternating layers of lean meat and fat.

With just one bite, the fat gently melts in your mouth, releasing a rich sweetness and deep umami flavor. Despite its marbling, the fat is surprisingly light, leaving a clean and refreshing aftertaste. Grilled with salt, it brings out its natural savoriness; dipped in sauce, it pairs perfectly with rice.

Since it’s not well known outside Hiroshima, it’s truly a local soul food you should try when visiting the region.

Enju Beef

While most Wagyu in Japan is black-haired Wagyu, Akaushi (Japanese Brown Wagyu) makes up only about 4% of all Wagyu produced — a truly rare breed. Among them, Enju Beef has gained remarkable recognition in just three years since its debut, now served in world-class hotels, Michelin-starred restaurants, and even luxury suites at famous theme parks.

Every detail — from the feeding environment and carefully selected feed to the deep care and devotion given to each animal — contributes to the signature qualities of Enju Beef: a refined umami flavor and incredibly light, clean-tasting fat.

Our restaurant has an exclusive partnership with Harada Livestock, making us the only place in Hiroshima offering dishes made with 100% Enju Beef Kōne.
The fat is astonishingly delicate and never heavy — delicious even after it cools.
Come and experience the ultimate Kōne — a taste you can find only here in Hiroshima.

Authorized Enju Beef Restaurant

Exclusively served to suite guests at Tokyo DisneySea Hotel

KEI Collection Paris (by a Michelin three-star chef)

Ginza Inaba

Aman Tokyo

Restaurant “Sumi” inside Janu Tokyo

Royal Park Hotel Tokyo

Mandarin Oriental Tokyo

～Our Values

Part One – The Spirit

For over twenty years, we have carried a dream — to open a restaurant dedicated to “Kōne,” Hiroshima’s soul food.
Through a fateful encounter with the owner of a red beef izakaya in Aichi and Harada Livestock, the producer of Enju Beef, that dream has finally come true.

Enju Beef is a premium brand known for its rich umami and delicately sweet, light-tasting fat — a truly exceptional Wagyu served only at select hotels and fine restaurants. Being able to offer the Kōne cut from this remarkable beef is both an honor and a deep source of joy for us.

With heartfelt gratitude for these connections, we are committed to creating a society filled with love, harmony, and appreciation — through the power of food.

Part Two – Natural Wasabi from Yoshiwa

A Miraculous Encounter

Inspired by our miraculous encounter with Enju Beef, we began developing the concept for Irohauta — and from that journey, a new idea was born: enjoying Kōne with freshly grated wasabi.

The owner personally visited Uemoto Wasabi Honpo, a renowned producer in Yoshiwa, one of Japan’s most respected wasabi regions. Knowing the prestige of Yoshiwa’s wasabi, we were prepared for a difficult negotiation — but after sharing our sincere passion and vision, they graciously agreed to collaborate with us.

Thus, another miraculous connection was formed.

Characteristics of Natural Wasabi from Yoshiwa

What makes Yoshiwa’s natural wasabi special is its gentle sweetness that follows the initial sharp spiciness.
It’s so highly regarded that some restaurants in the prefecture use only wasabi from Yoshiwa.
Please enjoy the refined flavor of this exceptional wasabi, nurtured by Yoshiwa’s pristine mountain streams.

Part Three – Freshly Milled “Akiroman” Rice from Kitahiroshima

The rice we serve is “Akiroman,” a premium Hiroshima-grown variety carefully cultivated by a farmer in Minamikata, Kitahiroshima Town, a close friend of our owner.
Nurtured with pure mountain water and crisp, clean air, this rice is truly a crystal born of nature and human devotion.

We purchase the rice as whole grains and mill it in-house to bring out its natural aroma and freshness. When cooked, each grain stands tall and glistens with a beautiful sheen. With every bite, you’ll experience a fluffy texture and gentle sweetness that fill your mouth.

When paired with our Enju Beef Kōne, the finest brand of Akaushi beef, the harmony of flavors enhances each element, creating a truly blissful dining experience.
Please enjoy this special dish — a perfect union of Hiroshima’s finest blessings.

Part Four – Our Secret Recipe: Homemade Hand-Squeezed Yuzu Ponzu

The ponzu we serve is a special house-made blend, crafted in our kitchen using a secret recipe passed down from a renowned establishment.
Carefully aged to perfection, this ponzu is made with patience and dedication to draw out the full flavor of its ingredients. Its refreshing citrus tang and deep, mellow richness create a beautiful harmony that enhances every dish.

When drizzled over our Kōne Rice Bowl, it cuts through the richness of the fat for a refreshing “flavor shift.”
Paired with our Kōne Jingisukan, it brings out the natural sweetness of the vegetables.

Enjoy the exclusive taste of our signature ponzu — a flavor you can experience only here.

Set-Menu

Our Most Popular Dish!
Enju Beef Kōne Rice Bowl

Enjoy our perfectly seared Kōne with a refreshing touch — served with our homemade ponzu, salt and lemon, and fresh natural wasabi for a light and delicate finish.

Enju Beef Kōne Rice Bowl

Iriko (dried sardine) Miso Soup

Hiroshima Pickled Greens & Pickled Plum

Homemade Hand-Squeezed Yuzu Ponzu

Natural Wasabi from Yoshiwa

Salt, Pepper & Lemon

1,980Yen

Extra Meat! Enju Beef Kōne Rice Bowl Set

2,480Yen

How to Enjoy the Kōne Rice Bowl – Video Guide▶

SUKIYAKI Rice Bowl

Enjoy the tender Kōne, simmered in a sweet and savory sauce, together with a fresh raw egg for the perfect balance of richness and flavor.

Enju Beef Kōne Sukiyaki Rice Bowl

Iriko (dried sardine) Miso Soup

Assorted Pickles

1,980Yen

Extra Meat! Enju Beef Kōne Sukiyaki Rice Bowl Set

2,480Yen

Enju Beef Kōne Jingisukan (Grilled BBQ Style)

Grill the meat on the top of the Jingisukan pan, and cook the vegetables around the edges where the flavorful fat drips down.
Season the meat with salt, pepper, and lemon, and enjoy the vegetables with our homemade hand-squeezed yuzu ponzu.

How to Enjoy Jingisukan – Video Guide▶

Enju Beef Sukiyaki

Lightly cook the meat in a soy-based sukiyaki broth, then dip it in a fresh raw egg before eating.
Enjoy the signature tenderness and gentle sweetness of Enju Beef Kōne.

すき焼き食べ方動画（英語Ver）▶

Pettan & Seared Enju Beef Kōne Set

A special value set featuring our original rice ball “Pettan” and freshly seared, aromatic Enju Beef Kōne.

Seared Kōne & Pettan Set Meal – Video Guide▶

Enju Beef Chirashi Sushi

Lightly grilled Kōne served over sushi rice for a refreshing and flavorful finish.

If you want the full experience!
Luxurious Iroha Gozen – featuring four different Kōne dishes to savor.

● Seared Enju Beef Kōne Sushi
● Seared Enju Beef Kōne
　& Irohauta Salad
● Small Dish of Enju Beef Kōne
● Two Kinds of Tempura
● Miso Soup with Hiroshima Iriko (Dried Sardine) Broth
● Fried Momiji (Maple-Shaped Sweet)
　& Ice Cream (Matcha or Vanilla)
● One Drink of Your Choice
　(Second and subsequent drinks: ¥100 off regular price)

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● Main Dish ●
Please choose from the options below.

① Enju Beef Kōne Sukiyaki Gozen
② Enju Beef Kōne Gozen
③ Enju Beef Kōne Chirashi Sushi

All this for just 3,500 yen (tax included)!

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Special Dishes

Irohauta’s signature “Special Dishes” menu showcases the full charm of Wagyu Kōne, paired with seasonal ingredients and unique flavors of Hiroshima to create a truly exceptional lineup.