Ginza Ukai-Tei

Ginza Ukai-Tei is a teppanyaki restaurant on the first floor of the Jiji Press Building in Ginza, close to Higashi-ginza Station. It suits travelers who want a meal organized around counter cooking rather than a conventional dining room, with the chef's work forming part of the experience. The setting combines Japanese architectural elements with Western decorative objects, giving the restaurant a deliberate sense of place within central Tokyo. Meals are built as courses centered on selected wagyu beef, with seafood and seasonal vegetables prepared on the iron plate. Chefs cook directly in front of guests at circular counters and private rooms equipped with their own teppan. The format makes temperature, timing, and the handling of each ingredient visible. Dessert is served in a separate room, creating a distinct final stage after the main counter sequence rather than simply extending the grill service. The interior is a defining part of the branch. Century-old zelkova beams, mosaic tiles, Japanese craft, and Art Nouveau influences are arranged around a counter inspired by the deep sea. This mixture of modern and nostalgic design separates Ginza Ukai-Tei from a simple steakhouse. The cooking also draws on French technique while keeping the iron plate and carefully selected Japanese beef at the center, so the experience moves between Japanese teppanyaki and a structured fine-dining course. This is best approached as a planned meal for diners who value close interaction with the cooking process and a measured course progression. The official address is 5-15-8 Ginza, Chuo-ku, inside the Jiji Press Building, and Higashi-ginza Station is the nearest practical rail stop. Seasonal sourcing means individual seafood, vegetables, and course details can change, so choose the overall teppanyaki experience rather than planning around one dish. The restaurant has other Ukai-Tei branches in Tokyo, making the Ginza address important when arranging transport or reservations.