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2026.07.15

Experience a Limited-Edition Indulgence! The Secrets to Pairings That Make for a Special Evening

Experience a Limited-Edition Indulgence! The Secrets to Pairings That Make for a Special Evening

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

With the intense heat continuing day after day, we’re really starting to feel the height of summer these days. Today, we’d like to introduce some exclusive drink and food pairings unique to our restaurant—the kind that will make you forget the heat. We’ll share some tips for enjoying a special moment in the private atmosphere of our restaurant, where every seat is in a private room.


The Ultimate Combination to Enjoy with the [White Motsu Nabe Course]

Our signature “White Motsu Nabe Course” features a broth infused with the rich umami of its ingredients—a dish you’ll want to savor especially during this season. Pairing this hot pot with the crisp, refreshing drinks included in our all-you-can-drink plan brings out the sweetness of the fatty ingredients even more. Spending time leisurely sipping drinks while gathered around the hot pot in the tranquil setting of a private room is sure to help you forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Consisting of eight courses, this set menu is carefully designed from start to finish, with each dish thoughtfully selected to complement the drinks. Stretch out your legs in our private rooms with sunken kotatsu tables and enjoy this perfect pairing to your heart’s content. This highly satisfying course is perfect not only for large banquets but also for smaller gatherings.

The Depth of Flavor in Sake Brought Out by the [Taiwanese Motsunabe Course]

The “Taiwanese Offal Hot Pot Course,” with its stimulating spiciness that whets your appetite, features a bold flavor that makes the drinks go down even smoother. The appeal of this course lies in the soup, where spiciness and umami intertwine in perfect harmony. Connoisseurs enjoy pairing this rich flavor with carbonated drinks or crisp spirits. The sensation of reaching for the next bite or the next drink while refreshing your palate is truly the essence of food and drink pairing. The generous portion size—featuring a total of eight dishes—is another highlight, and it’s sure to satisfy both your stomach and your soul. Spending time in a private room, free from distractions, fully savoring the contrast between spicy dishes and cold drinks creates a truly special evening. This is the perfect course for those planning a meal with friends or a party with a unique twist.

A Special Pairing Experience with the [East-West Fusion Course]

Our “Japanese-Western Fusion Course” is one of the most luxurious offerings on our menu, featuring a eight-course meal that blends Japanese and Western elements. Since each dish offers a unique flavor profile, this course allows you to embark on a “journey of wine pairing,” changing the wine you pair with your meal as you go. For example, you might pair a light drink with the appetizer and a slightly richer one with the main meat course—there’s great joy in discovering combinations that suit your personal taste. Because every seat is in a private room, you can fully immerse yourself in the harmony of the food and drinks while enjoying conversation. This course is perfect for special occasions, such as anniversaries or dinners with someone special. Why not treat yourself to a night that’s a cut above the rest with this course, available for 7,000 yen (tax included) instead of the regular price of 7,700 yen (tax included)?


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, 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
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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