Japanese cuisine is known for its healthy and fresh ingredients. It is not greasy or calorie-but instead, normally light and healthy meals that will leave you feeling energized and satisfied. 

And one of the most famous dish in Japanese cuisine is the wagyu beef, world renowned for its tenderness, flavor and characteristic marbling. 

The word “Wagyu” originates from Japanese words, where “Wa” means “Japanese” and “gyu” means “cow.”  This Japanese delicacy is the result of centuries of tradition and selective breeding.

The historical origins of Wagyu goes way back to the Yayoi period (300 B.C.-A.D. 250), when cattles were newly introduced to Japan from mainland Asia. Wagyu is considered a luxury and a high-quality product, reflecting the value of tradition and mastery in cattle breeding. 

Not everyone have access to this delicacy because it can be pretty pricey. Therefore, the consumption of Wagyu meat is seen as a sign of prosperity and success.

I was over at Yakiniku Botan+, noted for their most authentic dining experience with premium cuts of beef with its specialties being A5 Miyazaki and Black Angus. They also serve an assortment of fresh premium seafood…

Yakiniku Botan+ is passionate about redefining how their meat is prepared, with innovative ways to cut, grill, and enhance its flavor.

Yakiniku Botan+ offer an intimate atmosphere in a gorgeous Japanese restaurant where you can enjoy the finest Japanese A5 Wagyu in KL at super reasonable prices. 

My daughter and I had the opportunity to indulge in their all-you-can-eat buffet with Japanese Wagyu with choice cute from Shoulder Clod, Brisket, Chuck Roll, Top Round, D Rump and Oyster Blade….

Premium seafood such as prawns, scallops, squids, butter oyster, butter salmon and delicious sides such as Truffle Potato Salad, Seafood Pancake, Hamburg, Chicken Skewers, Inari Wagyu Sushi, Beef Gyoza, all unlimited to order…. As well as dips and sauces for mixing and matching…

Yakiniku Botan+

Operation Hours – 11:00-22:00

Tel – +60 14 900 8434

@yakiniku_botan_trx

Address – Lot C13, SEIBU Department Store, C.AT.01, Persiaran TRX, Tun Razak Exchange, 55188 Kuala Lumpur

Outside Yakiniku Botan is Hanareya Suisan- a mini “store” within the Seibu supermarket offering an array of fresh seafood selection – featuring succulent fish, plump oysters, and an assortment of other seafood delights. 

If you are rushing and want to grab a quick and satisfying meal, try Hanareya Suisan’s mouthwatering roasted beef sandwiches, donburi, and bento boxes…..

Yakiniku Botan has a sister restaurant, Sushi Kita which serves Edomae Sushi omakase, a refined Japanese dining experience with a curated selection of the finest sushi and other seafood dishes. 

Sushi Kita emphasis on fresh, high-quality ingredients and meticulous preparation techniques under Chef Haruka Hokune, co-founder of Hanareya Hospitality Group. 

With over a decade of culinary experience and notable achievements as Malaysia’s only female Head Chef in a male-dominated industry, she’s now channeling her expertise into Sushi Kita.

Sushi Kita

Operation Hours – 11:00-15:00, 17:30-22:00

Tel – +60 14 900 9534

@sushikita_trx

Address – Lot C12, SEIBU Department Store, C.AT.01, Persiaran TRX, Tun Razak Exchange, 55188 Kuala Lumpur