New Restaurant "Kien" Inheriting the Lineage of Nishi-Azabu's "Niku Kappo Jo" to Open on Friday, June 5, 2026

On Friday, June 5, 2026, Sangue Co., Ltd. (https://sangue.co.jp/) will open its new restaurant, "Kien" (https://kien-tokyo.jp/), in Nishi-Azabu. This establishment inherits the lineage of "Niku Kappo Jo" (https://jo-tokyo.jp/), with Hayato Maruko, who refined his craft as sous chef there for over seven years, taking the helm as owner-chef. "Kien" will offer a new dining experience where carefully selected wagyu's charm is brought forth through diverse cooking methods and delicate techniques, integrating ingredients, skill, and space.

<Concept> An omakase course structured around diverse cooking methods that maximize the individuality of ingredients.

Utilizing meticulously chosen ingredients such as Sanda Seto beef and seasonal farmer's vegetables, the unique characteristics of each ingredient and the passion of the producers are meticulously reflected in every dish.

By precisely layering cooking techniques, aroma, temperature, and texture, and designing the space, service, and flow of time into a single experience, guests can savor a deeply memorable moment.

Kien -KIEN-

People's aspirations are passed from hand to hand, eventually forming a single circle (en).

The circle (en) is a form of connection and tying together.

From the producers' passion to the chef's sensibility. A single dish, to someone's joy.

All aspirations become one here.

"Kien" is the place where the circle of aspirations is completed.

<Menu> <Dinner> Omakase 22,000 yen (tax included)

<Lunch> Omakase 16,500 yen (tax included) * A 10% service charge will be added to the above prices.

* Lunch service is only available on Saturdays and Sundays.

<Kien Owner-Chef: Hayato Maruko>

In January 2019, he joined "Niku Kappo Jo." At the restaurant, which has won one Michelin star for eight consecutive years since its second year of operation, he honed his skills under owner-chef Jotaro Okubo, serving as sous chef while inheriting his techniques and philosophy.

"Niku Kappo Jo" will temporarily cease operations in Nishi-Azabu on Saturday, May 30, 2026, and will reopen in Azabu-Juban on Saturday, July 25, 2026. With a new main counter equipped with a hearth and a private room space where guests can enjoy a live atmosphere, the restaurant will pursue further deepening of the dining experience.

Hayato Maruko, based on the experience and sensibility cultivated at "Niku Kappo Jo," will assume the position of owner-chef at "Kien," a new restaurant in Nishi-Azabu that inherits the lineage of "Niku Kappo Jo."

[Restaurant Information]

Restaurant Name: Niku Kappo Kien (KIEN)

Location: B1F, Barbizon 73, 2-24-14 Nishi-Azabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0031 Access:

8 minutes walk from Roppongi Station, Toei Oedo Line, Exit 2

8 minutes walk from Roppongi Station, Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line, Exit 2

8 minutes walk from Hiroo Station, Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line, Exit 3

6 minutes walk from Nogizaka Station, Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, Exit 5

Phone Number: 03-6427-9329 *Scheduled to open in mid-May 2026

Business Hours:

<Dinner> Thursday - Monday: 17:30 - 23:00 (last entry 20:30)

<Lunch> Saturday - Sunday: 12:00 - 14:00

Closed: Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Seating: 10 seats (6 counter seats and one private room for up to 4 people)

Website: https://kien-tokyo.jp/

Web Reservation [Reservations scheduled to start accepting from Tuesday, May 12, 2026]: https://www.tablecheck.com/shops/kien/reserve/

* All prices displayed are tax-inclusive.

* Information published in the press release is as of the announcement date. Please note that the latest information may differ.

Sangue Co., Ltd.

Since opening "Yakiniku Ushigoro Nishi-Azabu Main Store" in April 2011, Sangue Co., Ltd. has been providing surprise and emotion to customers through the highest quality selected meats, mainly A5 grade Kuroge Wagyu, and exquisite dishes. As of the distribution date, it operates a total of 19 stores across 7 brands (17 stores in Tokyo, 1 in Yokohama, 1 in Osaka) to meet the diversifying needs and lifestyles of customers, and "Niku Kappo Jo" has received one Michelin star for eight consecutive years.

* Sangue Co., Ltd. (https://www.sangue.co.jp/) ● Official Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ushigoro_yakiniku) ● Official YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@sangue2011) ● Official TikTok (https://www.com/ushigorogroup) ● Official X Account (https://x.com/ushigorogroup)