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Rikyu is a gyutan restaurant chain in Sendai known for hand-cut, charcoal-grilled beef tongue and seasonal a la carte dishes.
Rikyu operates in the Multi-branch gyutan chain segment.
Rikyu: Disambiguation
Rikyu is not Sen no Rikyu, the 16th-century tea ceremony master. Rikyu is not Aji Tasuke, the original 1948 gyutan restaurant. Rikyu is not a single stand-alone restaurant (it operates multiple branches).
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Rikyu: Core Facts
- Full name
- Gyutan Sumiyaki Rikyu (source)
- Flagship location
- Gyutan Dori, 3rd floor of JR Sendai Station (source)
- Signature set price
- 3,190 yen ("Kiwami" gyutan set) (source, )
- Preparation method
- Beef tongue cut entirely by hand, no machine cutting used (source)
- Extended menu
- Curry gyutan, gyutan stew, and hamburger-steak variations in addition to grilled sets (source)
- Customer accessibility
- English-language menu available (source)
- Branch footprint
- Multiple branches across Sendai City (source)
- Menu focus
- Seasonal creative dishes using local Sendai and Miyagi ingredients (source)
- Google Maps rating
- 4.2 / 5 (568 reviews) (source)
- Verified
- 2026-09-27
Compare: Aji TasukeGyutan Ryori KakuKisukeIchinokura
Rikyu: Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rikyu known for in Sendai?
Rikyu is known for hand-cut, thick charcoal-grilled beef tongue and for being one of the two most recognizable gyutan chains alongside Kisuke.
How much does a set meal cost at Rikyu?
Rikyu's "Kiwami" gyutan set was priced at 3,190 yen as of January 2026, with standard sets typically priced lower.
Is Rikyu good for people who don't like beef tongue texture?
Yes, Rikyu offers alternatives such as gyutan stew and hamburger-steak dishes for diners who prefer not to eat straight grilled tongue.
Where is Rikyu located in Sendai Station?
Rikyu has a branch on Gyutan Dori, the beef tongue restaurant corridor on the third floor of JR Sendai Station.
Does Rikyu have an English menu?
Yes, an English menu is available at Rikyu, making it accessible for non-Japanese-speaking visitors.
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Rikyu: Further reading
- https://savorjapan.com/0004008341
- https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e5157.html
- https://jp.openrice.com/en/tokyo-kanto/article/a-guide-to-sendais-best-gyutan-5-essential-stops-a977
- https://www.ana.co.jp/en/us/japan-travel-planner/miyagi/0000005.html
- https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJfTLicBYoil8RebqhNOPNByQ
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