Han no Daidokoro / Kaka'ako

Came here on a Wednesday evening with my family (including 2 kids). We had a reservation that we were late 30 minutes for but they happily accommodated us upon informing them we’d be late. We got three orders of the Miyazaki Beef Chef’s Cut, Egg Soup, and Namul Assortment of the Day. Everything was delicious! The soup was flavorful and comforting and the namul was a great accompaniment for the meat. I can say that the Miyazaki beef is one of the best meats I’ve ever had. It’s so tasty and melts in your mouth. My family, who have been to Japan, said that the Miyazaki beef is comparable to the wagyu they’ve had there. I thought the portion was just right considering the price and quality of the meat. I felt satisfied but for someone with a bigger appetite, one order of the chef’s cut may not be enough. The service was excellent. The server was very friendly and helpful, she gave suggestions on what to order. The food came relatively quickly. The place had good ventilation, and we didn’t smell of bbq afterwards. They also gave my sister a complimentary cheesecake because it was her birthday! The place is modern-looking and very clean, neat, and spacious. We got street parking pretty easily. Overall, we had a wonderful experience here. Would definitely come back!

Came here on a Wednesday evening with my family (including 2 kids). We had a reservation that we were late 30 minutes for but they happily accommodated us upon informing them we’d be late. We got three orders of the Miyazaki Beef Chef’s Cut, Egg Soup, and Namul Assortment of the Day. Everything was delicious! The soup was flavorful and comforting and the namul was a great accompaniment for the meat. I can say that the Miyazaki beef is one of the best meats I’ve ever had. It’s so tasty and melts in your mouth. My family, who have been to Japan, said that the Miyazaki beef is comparable to the wagyu they’ve had there. I thought the portion was just right considering the price and quality of the meat. I felt satisfied but for someone with a bigger appetite, one order of the chef’s cut may not be enough. The service was excellent. The server was very friendly and helpful, she gave suggestions on what to order. The food came relatively quickly. The place had good ventilation, and we didn’t smell of bbq afterwards. They also gave my sister a complimentary cheesecake because it was her birthday! The place is modern-looking and very clean, neat, and spacious. We got street parking pretty easily. Overall, we had a wonderful experience here. Would definitely come back!

We are Wine Educators as well as Wine Consultants formerly from NYC so we take restaurant reviews very seriously. My wife is an amazing Chef/Cook so we really don’t have to go out for dinner too much. Han No Daidokoro was a true epiphany and we have rarely used this term when reviewing a restaurant. We love US Prime beef and we usually have it shipped to us here on Oahu either from Snake River Farm or Peter Luger. Our knowledge and experience with Wagu Beef either from Japan or the mainland is very minuscule so with the unbelievable help of our Master Waitstaff Shizue we ordered the 2 Miyazaki & Washu courses. This included both Japanese and American Wagu from different parts of the cow. Shizue was a total master in teaching us what parts of the cow and where each portion was from. The Japanese portion was to die for. So complex it can only be compared to Uni from Hokkaido or white truffles from Italy. Being both Wine Educators as well as Elementary School Teachers we were overjoyed with her techniques and warmth. We only hope we get her or someone similar the next time we come back. Of course the Japanese meat was overwhelming the best. Even the kimchi and salad were great. We did bring our own wine ( $35 corkage) which truly married the meat. The ambiance was so refreshing and relaxing. The total gastronomic experience. Worth every $$$.

We are Wine Educators as well as Wine Consultants formerly from NYC so we take restaurant reviews very seriously. My wife is an amazing Chef/Cook so we really don’t have to go out for dinner too much. Han No Daidokoro was a true epiphany and we have rarely used this term when reviewing a restaurant. We love US Prime beef and we usually have it shipped to us here on Oahu either from Snake River Farm or Peter Luger. Our knowledge and experience with Wagu Beef either from Japan or the mainland is very minuscule so with the unbelievable help of our Master Waitstaff Shizue we ordered the 2 Miyazaki & Washu courses. This included both Japanese and American Wagu from different parts of the cow. Shizue was a total master in teaching us what parts of the cow and where each portion was from. The Japanese portion was to die for. So complex it can only be compared to Uni from Hokkaido or white truffles from Italy. Being both Wine Educators as well as Elementary School Teachers we were overjoyed with her techniques and warmth. We only hope we get her or someone similar the next time we come back. Of course the Japanese meat was overwhelming the best. Even the kimchi and salad were great. We did bring our own wine ( $35 corkage) which truly married the meat. The ambiance was so refreshing and relaxing. The total gastronomic experience. Worth every $$$.

Great restaurant! We arrived earlier than our reservation time and they let us in immediately. The food is amazing, very high quality meat!! I suggest going for the $150 option, the meat was so tender, melting in your mouth!

Great restaurant! We arrived earlier than our reservation time and they let us in immediately. The food is amazing, very high quality meat!! I suggest going for the $150 option, the meat was so tender, melting in your mouth!

The food was absolutely excellent, featuring top-quality Miyazaki and Kuroge Wagyu beef that melted in my mouth. Our waiter made this birthday celebration feel even more special with his polite, attentive service. He checked in on us regularly and took the time to explain each dish, including details about the cuts and where they came from. It felt personal and genuine, especially when he shared his own favorites and even talked a bit about his daughter. The prices are high, but it’s well worth it for the quality and experience.

The food was absolutely excellent, featuring top-quality Miyazaki and Kuroge Wagyu beef that melted in my mouth. Our waiter made this birthday celebration feel even more special with his polite, attentive service. He checked in on us regularly and took the time to explain each dish, including details about the cuts and where they came from. It felt personal and genuine, especially when he shared his own favorites and even talked a bit about his daughter. The prices are high, but it’s well worth it for the quality and experience.

Great find in Ala Moana Area (just West of Waikiki) for Japanese Yakiniku (grilled meat). Went here for lunch with 2 visiting friends to test this restaurant out. We had a reservation for 11:30am on a Monday, but since it was raining we ducked into the restaurant at 11:05, and the waiter - Brad sat us early while we were waiting for our third. Brad took the time to explain the difference between Miyazaki and Washu. (Being big beef-snobs, we were well aware of the differences, but we loved his clear explanation nevertheless.) Brad explained that although both are Wagyu, Miyazaki is the Japanese sourced one from Kyushu Island while the Washu is an American hybrid that's been bred with Japanese cow. He mentioned that the Miyazaki has a softer texture (better marbling), while the Washu has a stronger beef flavor. We ended up ordering a Washu Set and a Miyazaki set to taste the difference for ourselves. Additionally we ordered the Kimchi Assortment and the Namul Assortment. (With these available, we realized that this was a Japanese / Korean hybrid restaurant more strong on the Japanese side). The banchan (Korean side dishes) of Kimichi and Namul were both refreshing and delicious. The meats / cuts were excellent as expected - all of us agreed that the Miyazaki won overall, although the Washu Filet was outstanding as well! We ended up asking for another order of the Miyazaki Rib Roll, which was by far the most succulent, buttery A5 we've had this year. None of the meats required any salt/pepper, but the addition of freshly ground wasabi was a good complement to the high-end meats. The total after tip was just under $300, which is expensive but not unexpected for 3 people. If $$$ weren't a consideration, this would be my goto restaurant for yakiniku every day. Next time, I will try the $120/person set.

Great find in Ala Moana Area (just West of Waikiki) for Japanese Yakiniku (grilled meat). Went here for lunch with 2 visiting friends to test this restaurant out. We had a reservation for 11:30am on a Monday, but since it was raining we ducked into the restaurant at 11:05, and the waiter - Brad sat us early while we were waiting for our third. Brad took the time to explain the difference between Miyazaki and Washu. (Being big beef-snobs, we were well aware of the differences, but we loved his clear explanation nevertheless.) Brad explained that although both are Wagyu, Miyazaki is the Japanese sourced one from Kyushu Island while the Washu is an American hybrid that's been bred with Japanese cow. He mentioned that the Miyazaki has a softer texture (better marbling), while the Washu has a stronger beef flavor. We ended up ordering a Washu Set and a Miyazaki set to taste the difference for ourselves. Additionally we ordered the Kimchi Assortment and the Namul Assortment. (With these available, we realized that this was a Japanese / Korean hybrid restaurant more strong on the Japanese side). The banchan (Korean side dishes) of Kimichi and Namul were both refreshing and delicious. The meats / cuts were excellent as expected - all of us agreed that the Miyazaki won overall, although the Washu Filet was outstanding as well! We ended up asking for another order of the Miyazaki Rib Roll, which was by far the most succulent, buttery A5 we've had this year. None of the meats required any salt/pepper, but the addition of freshly ground wasabi was a good complement to the high-end meats. The total after tip was just under $300, which is expensive but not unexpected for 3 people. If $$$ weren't a consideration, this would be my goto restaurant for yakiniku every day. Next time, I will try the $120/person set.

🥩Step into an unforgettable culinary journey at Han no Daidokoro in Ward Restaurant! 🎌✨ Perfect Date Night Atmosphere, with polite attentive staff. Indulge in the finest Japanese wagyu beef, flavorful yakiniku, and authentic flavors that will transport your taste buds straight to Japan. 🇯🇵🔥 Every dish is a work of art, crafted with passion and precision. From sizzling grills to melt-in-your-mouth delicacies, this is where tradition meets taste. Come hungry, leave happy! 🥢🍱 Highlights would include: Grilled Beef Tongue Grilled Yakiniku Beef Hot Stone Garlic Fried Rice And the Aloha Platter

🥩Step into an unforgettable culinary journey at Han no Daidokoro in Ward Restaurant! 🎌✨ Perfect Date Night Atmosphere, with polite attentive staff. Indulge in the finest Japanese wagyu beef, flavorful yakiniku, and authentic flavors that will transport your taste buds straight to Japan. 🇯🇵🔥 Every dish is a work of art, crafted with passion and precision. From sizzling grills to melt-in-your-mouth delicacies, this is where tradition meets taste. Come hungry, leave happy! 🥢🍱 Highlights would include: Grilled Beef Tongue Grilled Yakiniku Beef Hot Stone Garlic Fried Rice And the Aloha Platter

The Miyazaki ribeye roll really had the melt-in-mouth texture. Super! Washu beef also tasted really good. Super tender and soft. Fresh wasabi and the house made soy sauce enhanced the flavor. The place gives a vibe of a restaurant in Tokyo. We also ordered the spicy ramen at the end which turned out to be pretty good for a BBQ place! The service was not on par with the food though. The guy appeared to be distracted, looking at other directions while talking. I was interrupted a couple of times because he turned and talked to some other servers while I was talking to him.

The Miyazaki ribeye roll really had the melt-in-mouth texture. Super! Washu beef also tasted really good. Super tender and soft. Fresh wasabi and the house made soy sauce enhanced the flavor. The place gives a vibe of a restaurant in Tokyo. We also ordered the spicy ramen at the end which turned out to be pretty good for a BBQ place! The service was not on par with the food though. The guy appeared to be distracted, looking at other directions while talking. I was interrupted a couple of times because he turned and talked to some other servers while I was talking to him.

Large, nice restaurant with amazing Japanese beef selection. The service was nice, it took only a few minutes and our drinks and starters were on the table (Saturday night, prime time). Definitely place to visit twice per 1 vacation.

Large, nice restaurant with amazing Japanese beef selection. The service was nice, it took only a few minutes and our drinks and starters were on the table (Saturday night, prime time). Definitely place to visit twice per 1 vacation.