Botanko
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Botanko Hanten is a neighborhood restaurant tucked down a narrow alley just off the Onogawa riverside streets in Sawara's historic old town, with a slightly more refined air than a typical corner diner and a tatami private room in back. Founded in 1961, it has been a fixture near Sawara Station for decades, combining old-fashioned Chinese cooking with tabletop yakiniku grilling under one roof. The menu spans Cantonese-style noodles, fried rice, and dishes such as shrimp chili and liver with chives, alongside grilled Kuroge Wagyu beef and takeout yakiniku bento boxes. Smoking is allowed throughout, and parking is available nearby for those visiting by car.
Address
I-472-7 Sawara, Katori, Chiba 287-0003, Japan
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Hours
Today
Opens soon17:00 – 21:00
Monday
17:00 – 21:00
Tuesday
17:00 – 21:00
Wednesday
17:00 – 21:00
Thursday
Closed
Friday
17:00 – 21:00
Saturday
17:00 – 21:00
Sunday
17:00 – 21:00
Features
Private tatami room availableSmoking allowed at all seatsTakeout yakiniku bento boxes availableParking availableBack-alley eatery near the Onogawa river townscapeFamily-run restaurant open since 1961Reservations accepted by phoneChinese cuisine and Japanese yakiniku (grilled beef)Kuroge Wagyu beefElectronic money not accepted
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Menu
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Yakiniku Bento (Takeout)
Yakiniku (Grilled Meat)
Chinese Dishes
Noodles
Drinks
Yakiniku Bento (Takeout)
Premium Kuroge Wagyu Short Rib Bento
A takeout bento box with premium-grade grilled Kuroge Wagyu beef short rib (karubi) served over rice.
¥3,000
Standard Kuroge Wagyu Short Rib Bento
A takeout bento box with standard-grade grilled Kuroge Wagyu beef short rib (karubi) served over rice.
¥2,300
Kuroge Wagyu Yakiniku Bento
A takeout bento box of grilled Kuroge Wagyu beef yakiniku served over rice.
¥2,400
Aged Salted Beef Tongue Bento
A takeout bento box with grilled, salt-seasoned aged beef tongue served over rice.
¥2,300
Yakiniku (Grilled Meat)
Short Rib (Karubi)
Grilled beef short rib, a classic yakiniku cut.
Loin (Rosu)
Grilled beef loin, a lean yakiniku cut.
Thick-Cut Salted Beef Tongue
Thickly sliced beef tongue grilled and seasoned with salt.
Skirt Steak (Harami)
Grilled beef skirt steak, a tender yakiniku cut.
Chinese Dishes
Shrimp in Chili Sauce
Stir-fried shrimp in a savory-spicy chili sauce, a classic Chinese dish.
Crab Omelette
A fluffy egg omelette with crab, served in a savory sauce.
Stir-Fried Liver and Chives
Pork or beef liver stir-fried with garlic chives.
Horse Meat Tartare (Yukke)
Raw horse meat prepared yukke-style with seasoned sauce.
Assorted Kimchi (3 Kinds)
A platter of three different types of Korean-style kimchi.
Short Rib Soup
A hearty soup made with beef short rib.
Noodles
Miso Ramen
Ramen noodles in a savory miso-based broth.
Spicy Scallion Noodles
Noodles topped with sliced char siu pork and scallions tossed in chili oil.
Bean Sprout Noodles
Noodles topped with bean sprouts in broth.
Cold Chinese Noodles with Sesame Sauce
Chilled Chinese-style noodles served with a rich sesame dressing and toppings such as char siu, cucumber, and ham.
Drinks
Draft Beer
Draft beer.
Shaoxing Wine
Chinese aged rice wine, traditionally paired with Chinese cuisine.