Yoshinoya’s Karubi no Toriko Kicks Off the Autumn Stamina Fest
Yoshinoya Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Chuo-ku, Tokyo; President and Representative Director: Tetsuya Naruse) has announced that its beef karubi bowl and sundubu specialty chain Karubi no Toriko will hold the “Autumn Stamina Fest” at all locations for a limited time starting September 1, 2026. Two new menu items headline the campaign, each pairing char-grilled beef karubi with a generous helping of vegetables for a flavor built to go with rice. Choose between the garlic-forward Stamina Beef Karubi and the sweet-and-spicy Bulgogi Beef Karubi, both available as a rice bowl or as a set meal. Bowl versions are also available for takeout, so you can enjoy the specialty shop’s flavors at home or at the office.
Garlic Meets Pork Back Fat: Stamina Beef Karubi
The Stamina Beef Karubi combines beef karubi with crisp bean sprouts and Chinese chives, all coated in a stamina sauce fragrant with browned garlic oil. Chopped garlic and pork back fat are added on top, delivering a powerful garlic aroma and rich, savory depth. The crunch of the vegetables and the punchy sauce make it a perfect match for white rice, living up to the “Stamina Fest” name and ideal for early autumn when summer fatigue lingers.
- Stamina Beef Karubi Bowl — Dine-in: 840 yen / Takeout: 870 yen
- Stamina Beef Karubi Set Meal — Dine-in: 1,190 yen
Mushrooms and Mild Heat: Bulgogi Beef Karubi
The Bulgogi Beef Karubi pairs beef karubi with mushrooms, colorful bell peppers, and onions, tossed in a sweet yet mildly spicy sauce. The crisp texture of the vegetables and the gentle sweetness within the heat draw out the umami of the beef, keeping your chopsticks moving to the very last bite. In contrast to the garlic-driven Stamina version, this one is recommended for those who want to savor the balance of vegetable aroma and sauce.
- Bulgogi Beef Karubi Bowl — Dine-in: 840 yen / Takeout: 870 yen
- Bulgogi Beef Karubi Set Meal — Dine-in: 1,190 yen
What Is Karubi no Toriko?
Karubi no Toriko is a specialty restaurant built around beef karubi bowls and sundubu (Korean-style soft tofu stew). Its defining feature is that the beef is grilled to order in-house, giving every serving the aroma and juiciness that only freshly grilled meat can offer.
Signature Item 1: Beef Karubi Bowl (690 yen)
Beef karubi is frozen-aged to draw out its umami, then cooked briefly at high heat on a griddle to lock in flavor while excess fat is drained away, and finally flame-grilled over a wire rack for a fragrant char. It is served with a special Toriko sauce that uses aromatic vegetables and apple as secret ingredients. Beyond the regular size, options include small, large, and mega servings such as “Yokozuna” and “Rijicho” (a full 1 kg in total weight).
Signature Item 2: Sundubu (790 yen)
Each store slowly simmers beef and vegetables to make its own house Toriko broth, enriched with the umami of clams and other seafood, the sweetness of vegetables, and the kick of chili. The broth and ingredients are bubbled together in a heated earthenware pot before serving, so the rising steam, the aroma, and the spicy-savory look all whet the appetite.
Toppings, Combos, and Set Meals
Both the Beef Karubi Bowl and Sundubu offer a range of toppings, plus combo menus and set meals that include free rice refills. The lineup also features cold noodles (reimen), a kids’ menu, and various side dishes. The Autumn Stamina Fest is the perfect excuse to try freshly grilled beef karubi at this specialty chain.