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2026.08.05

What’s the Best Way to Choose a Restaurant for a Party? How to Pick a Restaurant That Won’t Disappoint by Focusing on Its Signature Dishes

Hello. I’m the PR representative for Rakuzo Utage Shinagawa Konan-guchi Branch, where every seat is in a private room.

It’s that time of year when the clouds floating in the late-summer sky begin to bring hints of autumn. Whether you’re planning a large gathering or a meal with someone special, choosing the right restaurant can be a major headache for the event organizer. In this article, we’ll propose the “perfect solution for any banquet,” centered around our signature dishes—which we’re proud to serve—to ensure your event is a success no matter the occasion.

 

The Best Choice When You're Undecided: The Appeal of the Tasting Menu

When planning a banquet, do you ever find yourself at a loss because you don’t know the guests’ preferences? The “Tasting Course” is a popular solution for such situations. While featuring a substantial eight-course menu, it covers the fundamentals of Japanese cuisine that everyone can enjoy. The private setting of a separate room, where guests can focus on conversation without worrying about those around them, is highly valued for a wide range of occasions, from business meetings to dinners with friends. The price of 4,300 yen (tax included), which includes all-you-can-drink, makes it easy for event planners to manage their budget and provides peace of mind. The well-balanced menu ensures that guests of any group composition can share a highly satisfying experience, which is why this course continues to be a popular choice.

 

The White Motsu Nabe Course Ensures Satisfaction at Your Party

If you’re looking to satisfy both your stomach and your heart at a banquet, the “White Motsu Nabe Course” is the perfect choice. Sharing a hot pot naturally fosters a sense of togetherness and helps bring guests closer together. Our White Motsu Nabe features a broth that brings out the maximum umami of the ingredients, ensuring you’ll enjoy it right to the very last bite. Comprising a total of eight dishes, this course is highly satisfying in terms of portion size and is ideal for groups with hearty appetites. Gathering around the hot pot in a private room creates a relaxed atmosphere, just like being at home, and serves as the perfect place to unwind after a long day at work. With an all-you-can-drink option included, you can fully enjoy both the hot pot and the conversation to your heart’s content.

 

An Extraordinary Experience with Our Four-Season Kaiseki Course

For special occasions or when entertaining important guests—situations where there’s no room for error—the “Four Seasons Kaiseki Course” is the perfect choice. Comprising eight courses, this menu makes generous use of seasonal ingredients, with each dish meticulously plated to evoke the changing seasons. Savoring each course as it is served in the tranquil setting of a private room allows you to forget the hustle and bustle of daily life and experience a special sense of elation. Priced at 6,300 yen (tax included) with all-you-can-drink included, this course offers exceptional value for money given the quality of the meal and is more than sufficient to demonstrate your hospitality. To deepen your bond with someone special, we invite you to take advantage of the luxurious experience this exceptional course provides.

Store Information

All private rooms Rakuzo Utage Shinagawa Konan-guchi Branch

address (e.g. of house)
〒108-0075
CANALE Shinagawa 8F, 2-5-14 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo Reception 8F
Access
3 minutes walk from Konan Exit of Shinagawa Station on JR Lines
Keikyu Line Shinagawa station 4 min. walk
Phone number
050-2018-8870
Business Hours
17:00-23:30
(L.O. 22:30 / Drink L.O. 23:00)

Banquets can be held before business hours! (Early and late discounts available)
regular closing day
without a holiday
Average budget
4,000 yen (regular average)/4,300 yen (banquet average)
settlement
▼ Credit Cards
VISA, Mastercard, JCB, AMERICAN EXPRESS, DinersClub, UnionPay, discoverCard
▼ QR payment
PayPay, d-pay, auPay, Rakuten Pay, Melpay, ALIPAY, WeChat Pay, Quick Pay
▼ Traffic IC
PASMO, suica, Kitaca, TOICA, manaca, ICOCA, SUGOCA, nimoca, Hayakaken
▼ Electronic Money
ID

The registration number of the invoice system is printed on receipts and receipts.
Registration number: T6010701005431
Total number of seats
362 seats
Banquet Max.
70 persons
chartering
not allowed
Non-Smoking/Smoking
Smoking allowed Smoking room available
(Smoking area is available separately from the seating area.)
parking lot
Wi-Fi
nil

There is an appetizer as a seat charge (included in the price for a course)
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