New Niku-Kappo 'KIEN' Opens in Nishiazabu on June 5, 2026, Led by Chef Hayato Maruko

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  • New Niku-Kappo 'KIEN' Opens in Nishiazabu on June 5, 2026, Led by Chef Hayato Maruko
  • Sangue Co., Ltd. opened 'KIEN' in Nishiazabu on June 5, 2026. Led by Chef Hayato Maruko, former sous chef of the Michelin-starred 'Niku-Kappo Jo,' the restaurant offers course meals highlighting wagyu beef flavor.
  • Source: PR Times
  • Date: June 5, 2026

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Sangue Co., Ltd. opened 'KIEN' in Nishiazabu on June 5, 2026. Led by Chef Hayato Maruko, former sous chef of the Michelin-starred 'Niku-Kappo Jo,' the restaurant offers course meals highlighting wagyu beef flavor.

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Sangue Co., Ltd. opened 'KIEN' in Nishiazabu on June 5, 2026. Led by Chef Hayato Maruko, former sous chef of the Michelin-starred 'Niku-Kappo Jo,' the restaurant offers course meals highlighting wagyu beef flavor.
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On June 5, 2026, Sangue Co., Ltd. opened 'Niku-Kappo KIEN' in Nishiazabu, Tokyo. The restaurant is led by store owner Hayato Maruko, who honed his skills for over seven years as the sous chef of 'Niku-Kappo Jo,' an establishment that won a Michelin star for eight consecutive years. KIEN offers reservation-only courses utilizing Sanda Seto beef and seasonal farm vegetables, designed around diverse heat control, aromas, temperatures, and textures. The venue features 10 seats total: a 6-seat counter and one private room for up to 4 guests. Meanwhile, 'Niku-Kappo Jo' closed its Nishiazabu location on May 30, 2026, and is scheduled to reopen in Azabujuban on July 25, 2026. Course prices at KIEN are 22,000 yen (tax included) for dinner and 16,500 yen (tax included) for lunch on weekends, plus a 10% service fee. Online reservations can be made via TableCheck.

FAQ

When is the opening date of KIEN?

It opened on Friday, June 5, 2026.

What is the address and access information for the restaurant?

It is located at B1F Barbizon 73, 2-24-14 Nishiazabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo. It is a 6-minute walk from Nogizaka Station Exit 5, and an 8-minute walk from Roppongi Station or Hiroo Station.

How much are the course menus and are there any extra fees?

The dinner Omakase course is 22,000 yen (tax included) and the lunch Omakase course is 16,500 yen (tax included). A separate 10% service charge applies.

What are the opening hours and regular holidays?

Dinner is served Thursday through Monday from 17:30 to 23:00 (last entry 20:30). Lunch is served only on Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 to 14:00. The restaurant is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

What will happen to Nikukappo Jo?

It temporarily closed its Nishiazabu location on Saturday, May 30, 2026, and will relocate and reopen in Azabujuban on Saturday, July 25, 2026.

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