Korean Home-Style Restaurant 'Kakurenbo' in Tochigi City Celebrates 12th Anniversary on July 7, Offering Limited-Time 'Tochigi Wagyu Bulgogi Bibimbap' Featuring Local Beef and Vegetables

Kakurenbo Korean Home-Style Cuisine (location: Tochigi City, Tochigi Prefecture; owner: Keishi Noguchi) will celebrate its 12th anniversary on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. To mark this milestone, the restaurant will offer a limited-time special menu from Tuesday, July 7, 2026, to Sunday, July 12, 2026: the 'Tochigi Wagyu Bulgogi Bibimbap,' made with locally branded 'Tochigi Wagyu' beef and regional vegetables, at a special anniversary price of 3,000 JPY (tax included).

*Due to the restaurant's regular closure on Thursdays, the dish will be available for five business days only, with a daily limit of 20 servings.

Tochigi Wagyu Bulgogi Bibimbap offered at the special 12th-anniversary price of 3,000 JPY (tax included)

Kakurenbo opened on July 7, 2014, in Tochigi City, Tochigi Prefecture. For the past 12 years, the restaurant has focused on 'Korean cuisine enjoyable even for those who dislike spicy food,' earning affection from a wide range of generations, from children to seniors. The restaurant emphasizes ingredient selection, using minimal additives in its ingredients and seasonings, incorporating local produce, and carefully preparing each dish.

For this commemorative menu, Kakurenbo is using 'Tochigi Wagyu,' a local branded beef, for the first time. Combining the rich, high-quality marbling of ribeye cuts with the vibrant vegetables typical of bibimbap and the restaurant's signature gochujang, this dish has been crafted as a special offering worthy of the 12th anniversary. This item, which would typically be priced in a higher range if added to the regular menu, is being offered at a special price as a token of gratitude to loyal customers.

■ Key Features of the 12th Anniversary Menu

1. First use of local branded beef 'Tochigi Wagyu' at Kakurenbo

This special edition, available only for the 12th anniversary, offers a refined taste of marbled fat and premium quality unlike previous versions of the bulgogi bibimbap.

2. A Tochigi-style Korean dish featuring local vegetables

By combining the appeal of Korean cuisine with the quality of local ingredients, this dish is presented as a uniquely regional offering.

3. Adjustable spiciness for enjoyment by children and seniors

Kakurenbo is a Korean restaurant that allows customization of spiciness levels. For this menu, the amount of gochujang can be adjusted, making it accessible and enjoyable even for those who are sensitive to spice or for young children.

4. A dish only possible at a restaurant that prioritizes ingredients

At Kakurenbo, ingredient quality is prioritized in all aspects, from salt to seasonings. The restaurant sources carefully, using Korean-made gochujang and fermented kimchi, focusing on key flavor components to achieve both palatability and satisfaction.

■ Thoughts Behind the 12th Anniversary

Owner Keishi Noguchi was inspired to pursue a career in the food industry after experiencing strong demand for Japanese cuisine abroad during his study abroad in New Zealand. After returning to Japan, he gained experience working at restaurants, attending culinary school, and working at Japanese and washoku restaurants. He first opened independently in Oyama City in 2010, and then launched 'Kakurenbo Korean Home-Style Cuisine' in Tochigi City in July 2014.

In the early days, starting in an unfamiliar area with no personal connections, there were days with zero customers. Nevertheless, through consistent operation, creating a family-friendly environment, emphasizing ingredient quality, and building word-of-mouth, the restaurant has grown into a beloved establishment supported by a broad customer base, particularly those with health-conscious lifestyles.

The owner shared the following comment:

■ Owner Keishi Noguchi's Comment

'It has been exactly 12 years since I moved to Tochigi City, and about 16 years since I first became independent in Oyama City. I have been able to continue thanks to the support of everyone. To express my gratitude, I have prepared a special bulgogi bibimbap using Tochigi's pride, 'Tochigi Wagyu,' available in limited quantities. I would be delighted if this dish not only satisfies taste buds but also encourages people to pay attention to the quality of ingredients.'

Tochigi Wagyu Bulgogi Bibimbap: 3,000 JPY (tax included)

【Product Overview】

Product Name: Tochigi Wagyu Bulgogi Bibimbap

Price: 3,000 JPY (tax included)

Sales Period: Tuesday, July 7, 2026 – Sunday, July 12, 2026

*Due to Thursday closure, sales will be available for five business days only

Quantity: Limited to 20 servings per day

Ingredients Used: Tochigi Wagyu, local vegetables

Availability: Sold as a standalone dish

Serving Time: Dinner time only (planned)

■ Event Overview

12th Anniversary Period: Tuesday, July 7, 2026 – Sunday, July 12, 2026 (closed on Thursdays)

Note

Due to considerations for the in-store environment during summer, Kakurenbo plans to operate dinner service only from around Friday, July 3, 2026, through the end of August. Please confirm the detailed operating schedule with the restaurant before visiting.

【Store Information】

Store Name: Kakurenbo Korean Home-Style Cuisine

Address: 73-3 Hino-kuchimachi, Tochigi City, Tochigi Prefecture 328-0024

Phone Number: 0282-22-2347

Business Hours:

[Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday]

11:00–15:00 (Last Order 14:15)

18:00–21:00 (Last Order 20:15)

[Saturday, Sunday]

11:00–15:00 (Last Order 14:15)

17:00–21:00 (Last Order 20:15)

Regular Holiday: Thursday

URL: https://kakurenbo-sundubu.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kakurenbo_tochigi

Kakurenbo carefully selects ingredients that are gentle on the body.

Sundubu Jjigae Set: 1,300 JPY (tax included), Karaage Balance Set: 1,900 JPY (tax included)