Masaru
Higashi, Hiroshima
Restaurant in Hiroshima, Japan
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Price
JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 - JPY 999
Why go
A Tabelog 100 Okonomiyaki 2025 selection near Hiroshima Station, serving counter-only okonomiyaki at JPY 2,000–2,999 for dinner and under JPY 1,000 for lunch. The 20-seat iron-plate format puts the griddle work at the center of the meal, with reservations recommended for weekend evenings but walk-ins feasible at lunch. Cash or PayPay only.
About Masaru
Masaru in Hiroshima has verified pricing of JPY 2,000–2,999 and a lower price tier of up to JPY 999. Its listed hours include both midday and evening periods on most days: 11:30 AM–2 PM and 5:30–11 PM, with Tuesday closed. Masaru is also listed in the Tabelog 100 Okonomiyaki 2025 selection, giving visitors a clear, category-specific point of recognition without relying on unverified details about the room, menu format, or service style.
Why Masaru Matters
Masaru works best as a Hiroshima venue with a verified price range, published hours, a Tabelog 100 Okonomiyaki 2025 listing. Beyond those facts, details such as seating layout, specific dishes, service format, room setup are not verified here, so plan with flexibility rather than assuming a particular dining style.
The practical draw is straightforward: Masaru is in Hiroshima, has both lunch and dinner hours on its open days, sits in a defined price band. Lunch hours are listed as 11:30 AM–2 PM, while dinner hours are listed as 5:30–11 PM; Tuesday is closed. The lower price tier is up to JPY 999, while the higher listed range is JPY 2,000–2,999.
Booking and Logistics
Verified logistics are limited to city, hours, price, recognition. Masaru is in Hiroshima, open Monday and Wednesday through Sunday from 11:30 AM–2 PM and 5:30–11 PM, closed Tuesday. Reservation rules, payment methods, parking, seating count, private-use policies, child policies are not verified here, so confirm directly before making plans around those details.
The Tabelog 100 Okonomiyaki 2025 selection is a useful signal within Japan’s okonomiyaki category. It should be read as a category recognition, not as a Michelin star or a guarantee of a particular service style. For travelers comparing Hiroshima options, it helps put Masaru on a shortlist while still leaving room to check current availability and on-the-day logistics.
For Hiroshima’s broader dining landscape, our full Hiroshima restaurants guide offers alternatives across price tiers. If pairing Masaru with a deeper Hiroshima itinerary, check lodging and post-dinner options separately. Keep location planning broad unless you confirm current directions directly: the verified location here is Hiroshima.
Planning details
- Location
- 2 Chome-14-24 Hikarimachi, Higashi Ward, Hiroshima, 732-0052, Japan
- Website
- japoncompany.business/hiroshima/542455-masaru
- Phone
- +81 82-263-0234
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Masaru presents itself as a down-to-earth spot for Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki and teppanyaki. The description emphasizes texture and temperature — "fluffy and crispy" pancakes arriving "hot on a sizzling iron plate" — which signals a hands-on, immediate dining experience rather than formal service. The listing on Tabelog and the use of simple category tags (Okonomiyaki, Japanese Cuisine, Teppanyaki) reinforce a straightforward, neighborhood feel. Smoking is sectionalized, which suggests the interior is arranged to accommodate different guest preferences while maintaining the casual, no-frills character of the place.
Best For
Masaru is best for informal dinners and casual meetups where hearty, comfort-driven Japanese fare is the priority. The focus on okonomiyaki and teppanyaki makes it a natural choice for diners who want a warm, filling main course served directly from a hot iron plate. Because the description highlights menu details and user photos on Tabelog, it also suits visitors who like to preview dishes and rely on peer reviews before choosing a spot. The venue’s practical, food-forward presentation aligns with relaxed evenings rather than formal occasions.
Ordering Tips
Order one of the signature okonomiyaki options and expect it to arrive hot on a sizzling iron plate — the description specifically calls out "fluffy and crispy okonomiyaki served hot on a sizzling iron plate." Take note of the restaurant’s sectionalized smoking policy when booking or arriving, and request the preferred section if smoke sensitivity matters. Use Tabelog to check current menus, photos and user reviews ahead of time; the listing explicitly points guests to menus, maps and user-posted photos and ratings to help inform choices.
Planning details
Location
2 Chome-14-24 Hikarimachi, Higashi Ward, Hiroshima, 732-0052, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Icchan Honten, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Chinese Sai Kichijitsu, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
- Tatsu, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
- Denkou Sekka Ekie hiroshima ten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- ブルッティ エ ブォーニ, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
At JPY 2,000–2,999 for dinner, this venue sits between Icchan Honten's sub-JPY 1,000 simplicity and Chinese Sai Kichijitsu's JPY 10,000+ fine-dining tier. Tatsu occupies a nearly identical price range (JPY 2,000–2,999) and also focuses on okonomiyaki, making it the closest peer for travelers deciding between counter-focused Hiroshima-style specialists. The Tabelog 100 selection gives this venue a slight edge in external validation, but both deliver the griddle-centered experience that defines the category. For budget-conscious diners, Denkou Sekka Ekie hiroshima ten offers JPY 1,000–1,999 pricing and the convenience of being inside Hiroshima Station's EKIE complex, though that comes with faster turnover and less counter intimacy.
If you're after okonomiyaki without the fuss of reservations or cash-only constraints, Icchan Honten and Denkou Sekka are easier bets, but both sacrifice the Tabelog 100 credential and the counter atmosphere that serious okonomiyaki enthusiasts prioritize. For travelers willing to stretch the budget, Chinese Sai Kichijitsu moves beyond okonomiyaki entirely, offering a multi-course Chinese meal in a more formal setting. The venue reviewed here occupies the middle ground: Tabelog-validated quality, counter seating that centers the cooking process, dinner pricing that stays accessible without feeling rushed. Book a day ahead for weekend dinner, or arrive early for lunch to secure a counter spot without waiting.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Masaru?
Masaru is in Hiroshima, with verified pricing of JPY 2,000–2,999 and a lower tier up to JPY 999. Listed hours are 11:30 AM–2 PM and 5:30–11 PM on Monday and Wednesday through Sunday; Tuesday is closed. It is also listed in the Tabelog 100 Okonomiyaki 2025 selection.
Is lunch or dinner better at Masaru?
Both lunch and dinner hours are listed on Masaru’s open days. Lunch is 11:30 AM–2 PM, dinner is 5:30–11 PM. The verified price information includes a lower tier up to JPY 999 and a JPY 2,000–2,999 range, but specific menu differences between lunch and dinner are not verified here.
What are alternatives to Masaru in Hiroshima?
Other comparisons points include Icchan Honten, Tatsu, Denkou Sekka Ekie hiroshima ten, Chinese Sai Kichijitsu, ブルッティ エ ブォーニ. For a broader choice set, compare Masaru with other dining in Hiroshima based on current hours, price, availability.
