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Wagyu Teriyaki Itadaki Burger

Kyoto, Japan

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Wagyu Teriyaki Itadaki Burger

A small burger counter in Gion, Kyoto, with about 12 seats around the grill. Wagyu patties are cooked on the open grill, and gloves are handed out for eating.

Highlights

  • Wagyu teriyaki burger
  • Truffle fries
  • Wagyu tacos

Good to know

  • Queues of an hour or more
  • Souvenir photo taken and printed

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