Masaka
Naka, Nagoya
Restaurant in Nagoya, Japan
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Price
JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 View spending breakdown
Dress
Casual
Why go
A compact 20-seat yakiniku grill near Tsurumai Station, Masaka earned a spot on Tabelog 100 Yakiniku EAST 2025 for quality beef at JPY 6,000–JPY 7,999. The format is straightforward; charcoal-grilled cuts in a smoking-allowed room; with a second-floor option for groups of ten or more that can be reserved for private use.
About Masaka
Masaka is a Nagoya venue with a price range of JPY 6,000–JPY 7,999 and weekday dinner hours from 6–9 PM. The available confirmed details are limited, so the safest way to frame a visit is straightforward: plan for dinner Monday through Friday, note that the restaurant is closed Saturday and Sunday, expect a casual dress code. Masaka is also listed in Tabelog 100 - Yakiniku - EAST - 2025, which gives it a clear point of recognition within its category.
Beyond those essentials, specific claims about seating, reservation method, menu structure, payment options, drinks, smoking policy, private rooms, or particular dishes are not here. Diners should confirm current operational details directly before making plans, especially if visiting with a group, managing dietary needs, or relying on a particular booking or payment method.
Booking and Timing
Masaka's hours are Monday through Friday from 6–9 PM, with Saturday and Sunday closed. No lunch service is listed. Because no confirmed reservation procedure is available here, treat booking details as something to check directly with the restaurant before visiting. The narrow weekday dinner window is the key planning constraint for travelers.
How It Compares
Masaka's confirmed price range of JPY 6,000–JPY 7,999 places it in a relatively accessible dinner bracket for Nagoya. Its Tabelog 100 - Yakiniku - EAST - 2025 listing is a useful recognition marker, but the rest of the decision should be based on the basics: weekday-only dinner hours, casual dress, the stated price range. If you are comparing Masaka with Itsuki or Japan no Italian Ryori Ten sai, confirm each venue's current format, hours, availability before deciding.
For diners weighing Masaka against LA VAGABONDE, or against other dining in Nagoya, the most reliable distinction here is Masaka's price band and weekday dinner schedule. Details such as room style, beverage selection, service format, group options are not confirmed in the available data. Explore our full Nagoya restaurants guide for additional alternatives across price tiers.
Planning details
- Location
- 2 Chome-10-39 Chiyoda, Naka Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 460-0012, Japan
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/aichi/A2301/A230105/23000156
- Phone
- +81 52-241-4192
Venue details
Ambiance
A small, smoky yakiniku hideout with around twenty seats, close‑set tables and relaxed lighting, creating an intimate, bustling atmosphere that feels like a local favorite rather than a polished modern grill.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- Assorted yakiniku platters
- Beef tripe (horumon) cuts
- Japanese black wagyu kalbi
Planning details
Location
2 Chome-10-39 Chiyoda, Naka Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 460-0012, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Itsuki, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
- Japan no Italian Ryori Ten sai, Italian, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
- ラ・ヴァガボンド, Notable alternative
- 日本のイタリア料理店 sai, Notable alternative
- LA VAGABONDE, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
At JPY 6,000–JPY 7,999, Masaka sits well below Nagoya's upper tier. Itsuki runs JPY 20,000–JPY 29,999 and delivers a more refined kaiseki-adjacent experience, while Japan no Italian Ryori Ten sai offers Italian-focused dining at a similar price point with easier reservation windows. For travelers prioritizing beef without the premium markup, Masaka is the clearer choice, the Tabelog recognition confirms execution, the price-to-quality ratio is harder to beat in this category. Groups of ten or more should note the second-floor booking option, which neither Itsuki nor Ten sai can match for private dining flexibility.
The tradeoff is atmosphere and service polish. LA VAGABONDE and other Nagoya comparables offer cleaner rooms and broader drink programs, but they lack the charcoal-grill focus that defines Masaka's format. If the smoking policy is a concern, or if the occasion calls for a non-smoking environment, consider Itsuki or Ten sai instead. For diners who want the grill experience without the kaiseki structure, Masaka is the more direct option, the easier booking difficulty makes it practical for short-notice trips.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Masaka?
Specific reservation rules are not here. Masaka's confirmed hours are Monday through Friday from 6–9 PM, with Saturday and Sunday closed, so check directly with the restaurant before planning a visit.
Can Masaka accommodate groups?
Group seating, private rooms, buyout options are not here. If you are visiting with a group, confirm capacity and booking requirements directly with the restaurant.
What should I order at Masaka?
Specific dishes and menu format are not here. The confirmed information is the JPY 6,000–JPY 7,999 price range, weekday dinner hours, casual dress code, Tabelog 100 - Yakiniku - EAST - 2025 recognition.
Is there a tasting menu at Masaka?
What are alternatives to Masaka in Nagoya?
For comparison, consider other dining in Nagoya. comparable venue venues for broader comparison include Itsuki, Japan no Italian Ryori Ten sai, LA VAGABONDE. Confirm each venue's current hours, pricing, format before booking.
Is Masaka worth the price?
Masaka's price range is JPY 6,000–JPY 7,999, with dinner hours from 6–9 PM Monday through Friday and a casual dress code. It is also listed in Tabelog 100 - Yakiniku - EAST - 2025. Whether it is worth it depends on whether that price range, schedule, recognition match what you want from a Nagoya dinner.
