Grilled Fukugyu restaurant — Restaurant in Chatan

It has been a while since I dined here, and I meant to leave a review about it a while back. I was just going to let it go, but recently I visited another Yakiniku restaurant that uses the same grills and I felt compelled to go back and write this one finally as well.

I have visited a many many many Yakiniku restaurants across Japan now as I have lived here for many years and there seems to be a trend with new restaurants using this Healthy Roaster. I am not sure if it is a cost saving decision because they are supposedly smokeless and the restaurant would not need to install the elaborate ventilation system or what, but the Healthy Roaster ruins the Yakiniku experience. The sizzle that you expect to hear from grilling meats does not happen when you put the meat on this contraption that I will not call a grill. It is more of an oven, and an oven does not give you the same flavor as grilling meats on a gas or charcoal grill! The meats take forEVER to cook on this thing but somehow the heat is so overwhelming that it often burns your hands because the tongs are not long enough. I’m ok with some rare meats too and even eat some raw like yuke or liver sashi (uma), but the Healthy Roaster makes it difficult to tell if any meats are cooked well or not and some meats I just prefer a little more cooked like tongue and horumon.

If I remember correctly, there is no Yakiniku sauce, and while I prefer some meats with just salt or salt and wasabi, sometimes I would like some sauce to dip it in as well.

Two stars because the atmosphere was nice, but was lacking any view. Meats were great quality, but would be better with...

Yakiniku Fugugyu is an exceptional dining destination in Okinawa, offering an unforgettable Japanese barbecue experience. The restaurant exudes a warm and welcoming atmosphere, blending modern design with traditional Japanese aesthetics. Whether you’re visiting with friends, family, or on a solo adventure, the ambiance feels both intimate and lively.

The highlight, of course, is the premium quality wagyu beef. Fugugyu takes pride in serving locally sourced cuts, including Okinawan beef, which melts in your mouth with its rich marbling and tender texture. Each cut is carefully selected and presented beautifully, enhancing the experience of grilling your meal at the table. In addition to beef, they offer a range of fresh seafood, chicken, and vegetables, ensuring something for every palate.

The staff is attentive and friendly, guiding you through the menu and grilling techniques if you’re new to yakiniku. Their knowledge about the origin of the ingredients adds a personal touch, making the meal feel special.

Fugugyu also excels in its side dishes. The kimchi, salads, and dipping sauces perfectly complement the grilled meat, adding bursts of flavor to every bite. Pairing the meal with their selection of sake or local Orion beer is a must for a complete Okinawan experience.

Prices are reasonable for the quality, and the portions are generous. For those seeking a truly luxurious treat, the premium wagyu options are worth every yen.

Overall, Yakiniku Fugugyu offers a harmonious blend of top-tier ingredients, excellent service, and authentic Japanese barbecue culture. It’s a must-visit spot for food...

很棒的店！嗎？你可以不吃，但是一定要請你朋友來吃看看，一坐下來就瘋狂推薦35000的套餐，我想看後面的菜單一開始還不讓我翻頁，服務人員的教育訓練可能沒做好，老闆娘還過來幫忙一起”推薦”，日英夾雜我是聽的一頭霧水，最後發現我們聽不懂還嘆了一口氣然後離開（？）這邊的價位換算成台幣我可以在台灣體驗桌邊服務很好的餐廳，在這沒人會幫你烤肉，我是覺得沖繩有更多很好吃的燒肉餐廳，不一定要執著在這，自己斟酌吧！ /

아주 멋진 가게…일지도 모르죠? 직접 안 먹어도 되지만, 친구는 꼭 데려와서 먹여봐야 할지도 몰라요. 자리에 앉자마자 3만5천 엔짜리 코스를 미친 듯이 추천하더군요. 저는 뒷페이지의 메뉴를 보고 싶었는데 처음에는 넘기지 못하게 했어요. 직원 교육이 제대로 안 된 느낌이었어요. 사장님 부인까지 나와서 같이 “추천”을 했고, 일본어와 영어를 섞어 말하니 무슨 말인지 하나도 모르겠더라고요. 결국 우리가 못 알아듣는 걸 눈치챈 듯 한숨 쉬고 떠났어요 (?). 이 가격이면 대만에서는 훨씬 더 좋은 테이블 서비스가 있는 레스토랑을 즐길 수 있어요. 여기선 아무도 고기를 구워주지 않아요. 오키나와에는 더 맛있는 고깃집이 많아요. 굳이 여기에 집착할 필요는 없어요. 스스로 판단하세요. / とても良いお店…かもしれませんが？自分では食べなくてもいいけど、友達にはぜひ試してもらいたいと思うかも。座った瞬間から3万5千円のコースを猛烈におすすめされました。メニューの後ろを見たかったけど、最初はページをめくらせてもらえず…。スタッフの教育が行き届いていない印象でした。店主の奥さんまで出てきて一緒に「おすすめ」してきて、しかも日本語と英語が混ざっていて何を言ってるのか分からず…。最後は私たちが理解できないと気づいたのか、ため息をついて去っていきました（？）。この値段なら台湾で素晴らしいテーブルサービスのあるレストランに行けると思います。ここでは誰も焼いてくれません。沖縄にはもっと美味しい焼肉店がたくさんあります。ここにこだわらなくてもいいかと。ご自身でご判断ください。 /

Great restaurant… maybe? You don’t have to eat here, but you should definitely bring a friend to try it out. As soon as we sat down, they started aggressively recommending the 35,000 yen set. I wanted to look at the rest of the menu, but they didn’t let me turn the page at first. The staff didn’t seem well-trained. Even the boss lady came over to “recommend” things together. They spoke a mix of Japanese and English, and I had no idea what was going on. Eventually, when they realized we couldn’t understand, she sighed and walked away (?). With that kind of price, I could enjoy excellent tableside service at a nice restaurant in Taiwan. Here, no one grills for you. Honestly, there are plenty of better yakiniku places in Okinawa. No need to be stuck on this one. You decide. /

¿Un restaurante excelente…? Puede que sí, pero tú no tienes que comer aquí — ¡mejor tráete a un amigo a probarlo! Apenas nos sentamos, empezaron a insistir con el menú de 35,000 yenes. Yo quería ver el resto del menú, pero al principio no me dejaban pasar la página. El entrenamiento del personal parece insuficiente. La dueña incluso vino a “recomendar” junto con ellos. Mezclaban japonés e inglés, y yo no entendía nada. Al final, cuando se dieron cuenta de que no entendíamos, suspiraron y se fueron (¿?). Con ese precio, en Taiwán puedo comer en un restaurante con excelente servicio de mesa. Aquí, nadie te hace el asado. En Okinawa hay muchas otras parrillas más sabrosas. No hace falta aferrarse a este lugar. Júzgalo tú mismo. /

¿Un restaurante excelente…? Puede que sí, pero tú no tienes que comer aquí — ¡mejor tráete a un amigo a probarlo! Apenas nos sentamos, empezaron a insistir con el menú de 35,000 yenes. Yo quería ver el resto del menú, pero al principio no me dejaban pasar la página. El entrenamiento del personal parece insuficiente. La dueña incluso vino a “recomendar” junto con ellos. Mezclaban japonés e inglés, y yo no entendía nada. Al final, cuando se dieron cuenta de que no entendíamos, suspiraron y se fueron (¿?). Con ese precio, en Taiwán puedo comer en un restaurante con excelente servicio de mesa. Aquí, nadie te hace el asado. En Okinawa hay muchas otras parrillas más sabrosas. No hace falta aferrarse a este lugar. Júzgalo tú mismo. / Ein tolles Restaurant… vielleicht? Man muss hier nicht selbst essen, aber man sollte definitiv einen Freund mitbringen, damit er es ausprobiert. Kaum hatten wir uns hingesetzt, wurde uns sofort das 35.000-Yen-Menü energisch empfohlen. Ich wollte mir die weiteren Seiten der Speisekarte anschauen, aber das wurde anfangs nicht erlaubt. Das Personal schien nicht gut geschult zu sein. Die Chefin kam sogar persönlich, um bei der „Empfehlung“ mitzumachen. Es wurde eine Mischung aus Japanisch und Englisch gesprochen, ich verstand nur Bahnhof. Am Ende, als sie merkten, dass wir nichts verstanden, seufzten sie und gingen einfach weg (?). Für diesen Preis kann man in Taiwan ein Restaurant mit exzellentem Tischservice genießen. Hier grillt niemand für dich. Es gibt viele bessere Yakiniku-Restaurants in Okinawa. Man muss sich nicht an diesen Ort klammern....