The Kansai-style shabu-shabu is sweetened with sugar, and I prefer it over the Kanto style! Moritaya also originated from Kansai!
This time, we ordered the special course for shabu-shabu, and the dedicated staff members were all dressed in kimonos. They first seared the Wagyu beef with white sugar, then added the shabu-shabu sauce, and the staff mixed it into the egg liquid so we could enjoy the first slice!
Next, they added vegetables, and we could savor it slowly! The Wagyu was cut thick, displaying beautiful marbling. Although the thickness diminished the "melt-in-your-mouth" sensation, we could fully appreciate the aroma of the beef! If you like shabu-shabu, you should give this a try!
The special course also included appetizers and snacks, but nothing particularly memorable. Additionally, Moritaya also offers teppanyaki and deep-fried options to choose from!