Welcome to Motsuyaki Ban

“ We enjoyed a drinks party at Motsuyaban in Nakameguro This long-established establishment, known for over 67 years as the birthplace of lemon sour, has been loved ever since. The fresh lemon sour we enjoyed this time was generous enough to come with a whole lemon with each glass! The refreshing taste from the moment you squeeze it was unmatched, and it was clean yet fragrant and sweet. It's easy to see why it's so popular. The dishes made with the "extremely fresh" pork offal sourced directly from the meat center were also truly delicious. This time, we enjoyed the following: ・Macaroni salad ・Three types of grilled offal (skirt steak/liver/white offal) ・Pork sashimi ・Motsu stew ・Grilled rice balls + lemon sour My favorite was the white offal. It was firm and the flavor expanded the more you chewed it, making it the perfect match for the lemon sour. The pork belly sashimi was also very fresh, with no odor whatsoever, making it a refreshing meal. It had the warm atmosphere of a long-established restaurant, and before I knew it, I was enjoying a happy time, drinking and eating with my chopsticks nonstop. This restaurant really conveys the sense of security that comes with being a long-established restaurant, as well as their commitment to freshness. I'll continue to share the appeal of "Ban" on social media. If you're looking for a lemon sour in Nakameguro on a night out, this is the place to go. ”

“ Traditional style pub. Cute and agile staff. Cheap prices and delicious food. ”

“ Ban is a great spot but if you have time, you should go to the location in Yutenji instead. It's more lively and has better food offering. No pumpkin tempura here!! ”

“ This popular, long-established motsuyaki restaurant has eight locations, mainly in Tokyo. It's famous as the restaurant where lemon sour was invented. It returned to its original location in Nakameguro, under the supervision of its founder, about 10 years ago. The Nakameguro branch is conveniently located just a one-minute walk from Exit 2, East Exit of Nakameguro Station. It's always bustling with customers, as you'd expect from such a popular restaurant. The exterior and interior evoke the nostalgic atmosphere of an old-fashioned izakaya, evoking nostalgia. The restaurant's selling point is undoubtedly its delicious and affordable, extremely fresh offal. And its authentic fresh lemon sour. This time, we ordered the following menu items, focusing on those items. Orders are made verbally. ----------------------------------------------- ・Lemon Sour x 3 ¥1,485 ・Potato Salad ¥440 ・Tongue Sashimi ¥550 ・Pork Belly Sashimi ¥495 ・Heart Sashimi ¥528 ・Motsuni (Motsu) Stew ¥495 ・Spicy Tonbi Tofu ¥550 ・Skirt Skirt Stew (Salted) x 3 ¥495 ・Liver Stew (Salted) x 3 ¥264 ・Shiro (Salted) x 3 ¥429 ・Grilled Rice Ball ¥440 →Total: ¥6,171 (tax included) *Prices as of December 2025 ----------------------------------------------- [Lemon Sour] This is the place where lemon sour originated, and it's a must-try dish. You're given a glass of shochu, soda, and one lemon, and you squeeze the lemon yourself. The process of making it yourself is fun, and perhaps thanks to it, the drink tastes even better than usual. LOL [Sashimi] Everything is delicious, with absolutely no fishy smell and incredibly fresh. The tongue sashimi, in particular, was thick yet tender and delicious. [Motsu Nikomi] The broth has a gentle, pleasant flavor. It's a dish you won't be able to put down. [Grilled] Every grilled dish is absolutely delicious. Everything is fragrant and juicy, but the firm texture of the white meat, in particular, is a perfect match with the sauce, making it easy to finish in no time. [Grilled Rice Ball] The savory grilled texture looks delicious just by looking at it. The crispy exterior and fluffy interior make it the perfect final dish. A great place to enjoy incredibly fresh offal at an affordable price. If you're looking for delicious offal and lemon sour in Tokyo, this is definitely a place to consider. ”

“ "The best party at the birthplace of sour! The best value night in Nakameguro" I finally made it to "Ban" for a work drinking party. This is the holy grail of the now-common lemon sour, so I went there with high expectations. And it turned out to be a great choice! The portions of the party course were incredible. The main dish, grilled offal, was large and plump. The liver had absolutely no odor, and my colleague, who used to dislike it, was amazed, saying, "I can eat this!" The specialty dishes, "stew" and "grilled pork belly," were also excellent, and they really made the drinks flow. And the original lemon sour, where you squeeze your own lemon! It was so much fun piling up the peels on the table after squeezing, that I ended up drinking way too much (lol). The lively atmosphere in the restaurant made for lively conversation. If you're looking for a "cheap, delicious, and historic" party in Nakameguro, this is definitely the place to go. ”

“ There’s so much choices in the menu, and most of it are pretty good! And the prices are very very reasonable. The place isn’t big, and there are only a few tables, so even if you are a group of 4 seated at a table that can squeeze in 6, your group might be asked to sit with a group of 2. Staff can get quite busy but the speed of service isn’t so bad, actually. There’s a 2-hour limit after entry, and only cash is accepted as payment. ”

“ Nakameguro's "Motsuyaban" A one-minute walk from Nakameguro Station. This izakaya, home to the lemon sour, offers unbeatable value, with grilled offal starting at just 80 yen per skewer. [Order] ・Macaroni salad ・Potato salad ・Pork sashimi ・Tongue sashimi ・Motsu stew ・Spicy tombi tofu ・Three types of grilled offal (skirt steak, liver, and white meat) ・Grilled rice balls [Review] Wow! 20 varieties of grilled offal! Surprisingly delicious for such a low price. The meat is large, plump, and fragrant. The liver isn't too strong, while the white meat has a distinctly sweet, fatty flavor. The pork sashimi has a nice crunchy texture and a well-balanced sauce. The stewed offal is neither too rich nor too light, making it especially delicious on a cold day. The super spicy tonbi tofu was slightly spicy, so it's recommended even for those who don't like spicy food. [Restaurant Atmosphere] It was lively and lively! It was the end of the year, but the restaurant was always full and bustling. The crowded atmosphere reminded me of a "senbero" (cheap drinking) bar, and it was fun. ”

“ Great food and awesome lemon sours. Lively and a lot of fun ”