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2026.08.12

The Perfect Solution for Private Rooms to Save Those Struggling to Find a Venue: The Ideal Gathering Spot in Tennoji

The Perfect Solution for Private Rooms to Save Those Struggling to Find a Venue: The Ideal Gathering Spot in Tennoji

Hello. I’m the PR representative for Rakuzo Utage, the Tennoji Apollo Building branch, where every seat is in a private room.

Midsummer sunshine is bathing the city in light, and this vibrant season continues. When organizing large gatherings or business dinners, choosing the right venue can often be a major challenge for the event planner. Today, we’ll discuss the ideal solution for banquets in the Tennoji area—combining private rooms with set-menu dining—for those who are unsure where to go.


Flexible Ways to Use Private Rooms Based on Group Size

The first step to ensuring a successful banquet is securing a space that perfectly accommodates the number of guests. Our restaurant features private rooms with sunken hearths that can accommodate groups ranging from 2 to 36 people, making us able to meet a wide range of needs—from intimate private dinners for small groups to large gatherings for entire departments. A major advantage of our sunken-heated-table seating is that you won’t feel cramped around your feet even after sitting for long periods, allowing you to enjoy conversation in a relaxed posture. The fully private rooms with doors block out prying eyes and ensure a special time just for your group. This space, where you can hold important business meetings or spend precious moments with loved ones without being disturbed by anyone, is sure to provide peace of mind for event organizers. By guiding you to the private room best suited to your group size, we’ll help elevate the quality of your gathering to the next level.

How to Choose a Course That Simplifies Budget Management

The biggest challenge for banquet organizers is likely striking a balance between budget and content. At our restaurant, we offer a wide variety of banquet courses that include all-you-can-drink options, and our transparent pricing ensures a smooth event. For example, plans such as the “Taste Course” (8 dishes total) and the “All-Chicken Course” can be flexibly tailored to your group’s size and preferences. Additionally, our all-you-can-drink plans offer a choice between the “Standard” plan (approximately 60 varieties) and the “Premium” plan (approximately 100 varieties), ensuring that even large groups with diverse drinking preferences can find a drink to satisfy everyone. We also offer options like the “White Offal Hot Pot Course” and “Taiwanese Offal Hot Pot Course,” where guests can gather around a hot pot in a private room, providing a fulfilling dining experience perfect for deepening bonds with friends. For business banquets where budget management is crucial, our strength lies in our all-you-can-drink courses, which eliminate concerns about additional charges and allow you to proceed with your event with peace of mind.

Enjoy a Comfortable Banquet at the Tennoji Apollo Building

The Tennoji Apollo Building’s prime location makes it extremely convenient for gatherings after work or events. With excellent access from the station, participants can head straight to the venue while minimizing travel fatigue—a major benefit for everyone. Our restaurant is used for a wide range of occasions, from business meetings to dinners with friends, and our staff is well-versed in accommodating large groups. Even for last-minute gatherings with a large number of guests, we can ensure a smooth experience if you check the availability of our private rooms. These private rooms are more than just spaces partitioned by walls; they serve as a setting designed to deepen the bonds between guests. With delicious food, a private space just for your group, and our comprehensive all-you-can-drink plan, any gathering is transformed into a special evening. When planning a banquet in Tennoji, why not spend a memorable time in one of our private rooms?


Store Information

Rakuzo Utage Tennoji Apollo Building

address (e.g. of house)
〒545-0052
Kin-ei Apollo Building B2, 1-5-31 Abenosuji, Abeno-ku, Osaka City, Osaka
Access
3 minutes walk from JR Tennoji Station Central Gate
Subway Tennoji Station Midosuji Line West Ticket 3 min. walk
2 minutes walk from Abeno Station (Hankai Electric Railway Uemachi Line)
5 min. walk from Exit 13 of Tennoji Station on the Subway Sorimachi Line
Phone number
050-2018-8996
Business Hours
17:00-23:00
(L.O. 22:00 / Drink L.O. 22:30)

Banquets can be held before business hours! (Early and late discounts available)
regular closing day
nil
Average budget
4,000 yen (average of regular price) / 4,000 yen (average of banquet price)
settlement
▼ Credit Cards
VISA, Mastercard, JCB, American Express, Diners Club, UnionPay, Discover
▼ QR payment
PayPay, d Pay, au PAY, Rakuten Pay, Merpay, Alipay, WeChat Pay
▼ Traffic IC
PASMO, Suica, Kitaca, TOICA, manaca, ICOCA, SUGOCA, nimoca, Hayakaken
▼ Electronic Money
iD, QUICPay

The registration number of the invoice system is printed on receipts and receipts.
Registration number: T6010701005431
Total number of seats
100 seats
Zashiki seating and sunken kotatsu available
Banquet Max.
36 persons
chartering
not allowed
Non-Smoking/Smoking
Smoking allowed Smoking room available
(Smoking area is available separately from the seating area.)
parking lot
Yes: 120 cars for a dedicated fee
Wi-Fi
nil

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