Gyutan Tsukasa

Local favorite for beef tongue in Sendai, the city that elevated this cut of meat from obscurity to culinary icon. The restaurant uses high-quality beef tongue that is carefully seasoned with salt and aged before being charcoal-grilled to perfection, achieving a crispy exterior while maintaining a tender, juicy center. The standard set meal pairs thick-cut tongue slices with barley rice, oxtail soup, pickled vegetables, and a dollop of fiery nanban miso paste for contrast. While Sendai has hundreds of gyutan restaurants, Tsukasa's focus on charcoal grilling and generous portions has earned it a particularly loyal following among locals who know their beef tongue well.