December 28, 2008
Commercial for Botejyu's Vivo City Branch on Air
Commericial advertisement for Botejyu's Vivo City branch can now be seen Singapore's representative TV channels, Channel 5, Channel 8 and Channel U. The commercial shows clips of our steaming hot okonomiyaki, the lively atmosphere of the restaurant and our expert chefs cooking various foods.
December 12, 2008
Limited Time Only - Cheese & Corn Modern-yaki
Filled with mozzarella cheese and sweet corn, Cheese & Corn Modern-yaki is now being offered at selected branches of Botejyu Express for a limited time only.
The texture of the melted mozzarella cheese and the crunchy sweet corn are a perfect match with our modern-yaki. We hope you will try this special menu item.
November 28, 2008
Botjyu KiKi Kyobashi Branch opened on the first floor of KiKi Kyobashi, a commercial complex where you can enjoy both comedy and dining in the attractive Osaka city of Kyobashi.
Please come enjoy the taste of Botejyu after shopping or watching a show at the Yoshimoto’s new theatre, “Kyobashi Kazuki”.
We look forward to seeing you soon.
November 26, 2008
NOMI*YAKI DINING Botejyu opened its Hankyu Nishinomiya Branch in the Hankyu Nishinomiya Gardens, the largest commercial center in the Kansai region in Nishinomiya, Hyogo-ken.
In addition to our okonomiyaki and yakisoba menu, we have prepared a wide variety of side dishes as well as an extensive selection of alcohol beverages. We look forward to seeing you soon!
November 25, 2008
Botejyu Vivo City Branch in Singapore’s “my paper”
Botejyu’s Vivo City Branch was introduced in Singapore’s daily newspaper “my paper”. Along with the recommended menu items, the article featured Botejyu as one of the 3-in-1 restaurants that opened in the Japanese Gourmet Town inside Vivo City as well as being the oldest okonomiyaki speciality restaurant in Japan.
November 20, 2008
Botejyu’s Liang Court Branch Introduced in Singapore’s Magazine J PLUS
Botejyu’s Liang Court Branch was introduced in November 20th issue of Singapore’s Japanese information newspaper, “J PLUS”.
With the opening of the second branch in Singapore’s Liang Court, following the popular Vivo City branch, the article described Botejyu as the oldest established okonomiyaki restaurant in Japan and featured some of the popular menu items.
November 16, 2008
Botejyu Liang Court Branch introduced in Singapore’s “The Sunday Times”
Botejyu’s Liang Court Branch was introduced in the article, “Shops Opening This Month”, in the November 16th issue of the local English newspaper “The Sunday Times”.
November 15, 2008
Botejyu’s Okonomiyaki on Asahi Television’s “Bakusho Mondai no Kensaku-chan”
A photo of Botejyu’s okonomiyaki was featured in one of the questions in the Asahi Television’s popular quiz program, “Bakusho Mondai no Kensaku-chan”. The question was “According to Japan Konamon Association, what is the major difference in how you eat okonomiyaki in the Kanto and Kansai region”.
November 14, 2008
Botejyu San Akasaka Main Restaurant Featured in Tokyo Notice Board
Botejyu San Akasaka Main Restaurant was introduced in the November 14th issue of Tokyo Notice Board, a free magazine for foreigners distributed in major locations in the metropolitan Tokyo area.
November 14, 2008
Botejyu Liang Court Branch Opens in Singapore
Botejyu’s second branch in Singapore opened in the Liang Court located near the MRT Clarke Quay in downtown Singapore.
Clarke Quay is a popular tourist spot and Liang Court is a shopping center frequented by the Japanese and Western residents in Singapore. We would like to deliver the authentic taste of Osaka’s traditional food, the “Okonomiyaki”, to our friends in Singapore!
We look forward to seeing you soon!
November 6, 2008
Botejyu Vivo City Branch in Singapore’s “J-PLUS”
Botejyu’s Vivo City Branch was introduced in November 20th issue of Singapore’s Japanese information newspaper, “J PLUS”. As one of the restaurants in Vivo City’s Japanese Gourmet Town, our restaurant and menu was featured as the most popular and established okonomiyaki restaurant in Japan.
November 6, 2008
Botejyu San’s Shiodome Branch Introduced in Shokuraku
Botejyu San’s Shiodome branch was featured in the December issue of gourmet magazine Shokuraku, published by Tokuma Shoten. Please read about our restaurant and it’s concept, as well as about our Special Moonlight Okonomiyaki in the “Shifuku no Ippin (Supreme Bliss)” section.
November 1, 2008
Botejyu Yokohama Joinus Branch Re-opens
Botejyu Yokohama Joinus Branch re-opens with a new look in the port city of Yokohama.
We have upgraded our long-established taste popular among the local Yokohama patrons, and proudly offer the genuine favor of Osaka. Come enjoy our new menu and an extensive alcohol selection in a refreshing new atmosphere.
October 31, 2008
Botejyu Vivo City Branch Opens in Singapore
Botejyu has opened its first restaurant in the modern, garden city of Singapore.
The restaurant is in newly developed mega-size shopping center, Vivo City, located in Harbor Front, the southern most part of Singapore.
We hope the restaurant in frequented by not only the residents of Singapore, but also visitors to the country on business and vacation.
October 24, 2008
Botejyu Marui Mizonokuchi Branch Reopens as the “NOMI*YAKI DINING Botejyu Mizonokuchi Branch”
October 20, 2008
Botejyu San Akasaka Main Restaurant in “Well”
Botejyu San Akasaka main restaurant was introduced in the October 20th issue of the women’s free magazine “Well”. The article describes us as the founder of the Osaka-style okonomiyaki now specializing in oknomiyaki, teppanyaki and grill in a great atmosphere with an extensive food and alchohol menu.
October 17, 2008
Botejyu’s Okonomiyaki Mix and Okonomiyaki Sauce Now on Sale
You can now enjoy the genuine taste of Botejyu’s okonomiyaki at your home with our new Okonomiyaki Mix Set. The mix is now on sale for 580 yen (tax inclusive) for a two serving box at our Dotonbori Main Restaurant, Shin-Osaka Station Branch, Tenpozan Branch, Kansai International Airport Branch and Botejyu Express Kanku Machiyakoji Branch.
Botejyu’s Okonomiyaki Sauce (180ml Mini Bottle) which is included in the Okonomiyaki Mix is also available now for 250 yen (tax inclusive) at our restaurants. We hope you will purchase one after dining at one of our restaurants or as Osaka souvenir.
October 2, 2008
Botejyu Express Branch Opens in Koshigaya Lake Town
Botejyu Express’ Koshigaya Lake Town branch opened in the lively dining area “Central Deli” located by the landmark lake of the new Aeon Lake Town KAZE shopping center.
The shopping center is the largest of its kind in Asia with direct access from the Koshigaya Lake Town Station on the JR Musashino Line. Our restaurant welcomes our customers with a nostalgic décor of the early Showa era and the sizzling sound of our legendary yakisoba being prepared right below your very eyes.
We look forward to serving you in the near future.
September 30, 2008
Botejyu’s “Pork Okonomiyaki & Omusoba” (460 yen) Sold at Circle K Sunkus
Botejyu’s “Pork Okonomiyaki & Omusoba” (460 yen) was sold for a limited time until November 16 at Circle K Sunkus convenience stores nationwide.
September 20, 2008
Botejyu San Machida’s Menu Page Updated
The menu page of Botejyu San Machida’s site has been updated.
In our revised menu, we have expanded our teppanyaki selection, incorporated original items only available at our Machida restaurant, and included our extensive alcohol menu.
September 18, 2008
Botejyu Main Restaurant-Dotonbori Introduced in Meets Regional’s “Keihanshin no Konamon”
Botejyu Main Restaurant-Dotonbori was introduced in Meets Regional’s supplementary issue “Keihanshin no Konamon”, published by Keihanshin L Magazine.
As the founder of the concept of flavoring okonomiyaki with mayonnaise, a common practice now, the restaurant and its popular menu item “Special Mix Moonlight Okonomiyaki” was featured in the article.
September 5, 2008
Botejyu Wing Kamiooka Branch Introduced in Pado
Botejyu Wing Kamiooka Branch was featured in the September 5th Kamiooka and Konan area issue of the free magazine, Pado.
In the article, you will find photos of the restaurant and our popular menu item, the “Mix Modern-yaki”.
September 1, 2008
Botejyu San Akasaka’s Menu Page Updated
The menu page of Botejyu San Akasaka’s site has been updated.
In our revised menu, we have expanded our teppanyaki selection, incorporated original items only available at our Akasaka restaurant, and included our extensive alcohol menu.
August 27, 2008
“Botejyu” Debuting in “Osaka Niwa Ippai Arunnyade no Uta” Sung by Yoshimoto Osaka Sukkyanennzu
Botejyu is mentioned in the lyrics as a delicious Osaka food in the song, “Osaka Niwa Ippai Arunnyade no Uta” sung by the group Yoshimoto Osaka Sukkyanennzu, who debuted from the popular Yomiuri and Nippon Television network program, “Himitsu no Kenmin Show”. We hope you will listen to the song and try to guess which of the 10 Yoshimoto comedian groups sings the part with Botejyu.
August 19, 2008
Botejyu's "Okonomiyaki - Mix-yaki" (495 yen) Sold at Circle K Sunkus
Botejyu's "Okonomiyaki - Mix-yaki" (495 yen) was sold for a limited time until September 28 at Circle K Sunkus convenience stores nationwide.
August 8, 2008
Botejyu San’s Shiodome Branch Introduced in Tokyo Notice Board
Botejyu San’s Shiodome branch was introduced in the August 8th issue of Tokyo Notice Board, a free magazine for foreigners distributed at major locations throughout Tokyo.
August 7, 2008
Botejyu San’s Shiodome Branch Introduced on Kirin Lager Beer’s Homepage
Botejyu San’s Shiodome branch was introduced on Kirin Lager Beer’s website on their “Meiten Tanoshimu, Kodawari Ryorijyuku (Enjoying Famous Restaurants for Gourmet Cooking Lovers)” page. Our Kimchi Tonyaki is featured as a “quick and delicious gourmet dish” that can easily be prepared at home. Please visit the website for the recipe.
August 6, 2008
Botejyu San’s Shiodome Branch Introduced in the August 14/21 Issue of Shukan Shincho
Botejyu San’s Shiodome branch was introduced in the feature article “Konomise, Konohito, Konohokori (This Restaurant, This Person, This Pride)” in the August 14/21 issue of Shukan Shincho. The article illustrates how our okonomiyaki are prepared and explains Botejyu’s pride and commitment towards providing quality food.
August 1, 2008
Botejyu Express Kansai International Airport Branch Introduced in KANKU
Botejyu Express’ Kansai International Airport Branch was introduced in the KANKU ANTENNA section of the airport magazine KANKU.
In the article, you will find information on Botejyu Express including its characteristics and business hours. We hope you will take a look at the article.
August 1, 2008
Botejyu Express Kansai International Airport Branch Introduced in Kanku Hia!
Botejyu Express’ Kansai International Airport Branch was introduced the airport free magazine, Kanku Hia!, in the corner featuring the new faces of Machiyakoji.
The article describes the restaurant’s nostalgic atmosphere of the Showa era and introduces our popular menu item, the Toku Toku Set. We hope you will take a look at the article.
August 1, 2008
Botejyu San Shiodome’s Menu Page Updated
The menu page of Botejyu San Shiodome’s site has been updated.
In our revised menu, we have expanded our teppanyaki selection, incorporated original items only available at our Shiodome restaurant, and included our extensive alcohol menu.
August 2008
Botejyu Group Supports ASIJ Alumni Council’s Pocket Calendar
The Botejyu Group supported the production of the American School in Japan Alumni Council’s 2008 pocket calendar. ASIJ is one of the oldest international schools in the Tokyo area.
August 2008
Botejyu’s “Okonomiyaki Rice Cracker” Now on Sale
From Osaka!! “Okonomiyaki Rice Cracker in Botejyu’s Okonomiyaki Sauce Flavor” is now on sale at train station kiosks and souvenir shops in the Kinki area. Botejyu’s legendary sweet and spicy sauce is now readily available for your enjoyment. Large size box are sold for 1050 yen, and small size box for 630 yen.
July 24, 2008
Renewal of the Botejyu Group’s Keitai Site
The Botejyu Group’s keitai site has been renewed. We have separated the pages by brands for Botejyu, Botejyu San and Botejyu Express so that it is easier to view the updated news and special menus. Check out our new site, fill in the survey and win a free meal coupon by lottery!
July 23, 2008
Launching of Botejyu Group English Website
The Botejyu Group website is now available in English. Similar to the Japanese site, it includes our corporate history, brand introduction and message from the President. This new site will now allow us to answer inquiries in English.
July 17, 2008
Botejyu Express Kansai International Airport Branch opened in the Machiyakoji Dining Court on the 2nd floor of the Kansai International Airport Passenger Terminal.
It is our hope to have domestic and overseas travelers coming through the Kansai gateway to taste authentic teppan-yakisoba originating in Osaka. We have prepared an English menu for our international flyers.
The external appearance of the shop was supervised by the same team that was in charge of the set for the movie “Always Sunset on 3rd Street”, exerting a nostalgic atmosphere of the early Showa era.
You will also find on the 3rd floor of the airport terminal our Botejyu restaurant. We look forward to seeing you at one or both of the two stores.
July 12, 2008
Botejyu’s Odaiba Branch Introduced in Fuji Television 739 Program “Fuji Ana Studio Marunama 2008”
Botejyu’s Odaiba branch was introduced in a Fuji Television 739 program called “Fuji Ana Studio Marunama 2008”, featuring our limited time menu “Choi Nomi Set: Draft Beer (Small) and Teppanyaki (Sauteed Shrimp in Mustard & Mayonnaise Sauce)”. We look forward to seeing you at our restaurant.
July 5, 2008
Renewal Opening of Botejyu Main Restaurant
After renovations, our main restaurant in Dotonbori, Osaka reopened on July 5, 2008. With our reopening, we have prepared an extensive menu including okonomiyaki, yakisoba and teppanyaki using selective ingredients.
We are committed to providing top standard service to our customers and look forward to the continued patronage of our local and tourist customers.
July 1, 2008
Menu Price Revision
The recent surge in the fuel prices worldwide and the sharp rise in prices of raw materials has forced us to raise the prices of some of our menu items as of July 1st, in order to ensure our customers the same level of quality we have been offering thus far. We thank you in advance for your understanding and your continued support.
June 28, 2008
Botejyu Main Restaurant/Dotonbori Introduced in Kansai Television Program “Momoko no OH! Sore! Miyo!”
In the Kansai Television lifestyle variety program, “Momoko no OH! Sore! Miyo!”, okonomiyaki was featured as one of the first gourmet foods originating in the Kansai area to spread throughout the nation. In the program, Botejyu Main Restaurant/Dotonbori was introduced as the father of okonomiyaki.
June 20, 2008
Renewal Opening of Botejyu Kichijoji Branch
Kichijoji is ranked as the number one city young people want to live according to the media. Our Kichijoji branch is situated in this trendy town on the B1 floor of the Miuraya Building located near the Sunroad Arcade on the north side of Kichijoji station. After major renovations, this branch reopened on June 20th with a new relaxing atmosphere, an extensive food menu and a fine selection of alcohol beverages. We look forward to seeing you at our restaurant.
June 1, 2008
Botejyu San Shiodome Branch Introduced in the June Issue of Nikkei Restaurant
The Shiodome branch of Botejyu San was introduced in the June issue of the Nikkei Restaurant, an information magazine on the restaurant business published by Nikkei Business Publications. In this issue, Botejyu San Shiodome branch’s original homemade dessert menu was introduced in the column featuring the latest trendy desserts.
May 21, 2008
Botejyu San - Shiodome introduced in the Nikkei Trendy Net
Botejyu San - Shiodome was introduced in the Nikkei Trendy Net, an information magazine which looks at trends in various genres, in an article called “Tokyo Kona-1 Grand Prix: Reviews of popular okonomiyaki restaurants originating in the Kansai area by a Kansai native”.
The Kansai-native writer tasted and reported on Botejyu San’s special menu items, the Moonlight Mix Okonomiyaki and Osaka Modern-yaki.
May 2, 2008
Article on Botejyu San - Shiodome in Tokyo Notice Board
Botejyu San - Shiodome was introduced in the May 2 issue of the Tokyo Notice Board, a free magazine widely distributed in the Tokyo metropolitan area for foreigners.
April 29, 2008
Opening of Botejyu - Chofu Parco Branch
Chofu is well known as the birthplace of Isami Kondo of the Shinsengumi, the city of movie studios, and home of the J-League FC Tokyo. Located in front of the Chofu station, Botejyu opened its Chofu Parco Branch on April 29th on the 7th floor Dining Terrace of Chofu Parco.
Come enjoy the long-established taste of Botejyu in this city rich in history. In addition to our traditional menu of okonomiyaki and yakisoba, we have incorporated a wide variety of a la carte items and an extensive seletion of alcohol beverages to go with your meal. We look forward to seeing you at Botejyu - Chofu Parco Branch.
April 23, 2008
Opening of Botejyu Express - Itami Terrace Branch
Botejyu Express opened its Itami Terrace Branch on the 3rd Floor food court of the Aeon Mall Itami Terrace located next to the JR Itami Station. Itami is known for the Osaka International Airport, the gateway for air travel in the Kansai region.
Botejyu Express will greet you with the good ole fashion, nostalgic atmosphere of the Showa era.
We hope you will come and enjoy our special teppan-yakisoba dynamically prepared on our hot sizzling teppan.
April 21, 2008
Botejyu Sauce Yakisoba Now on Sale
A joint collaboration between Botejyu and Acecook, the Botejyu Sauce Yakisoba is now on sale nationwide.
We have succeeded in reproducing the Botejyu Sauce Yakisoba using extra thick noodles with just the right amount of firmness, our special house sauce having juicy pork flavor with a fruity sweetness, and our homemade mild mayonnaise. You can now enjoy the original taste of Botejyu right in your home.
Now on sale at 7-eleven, Lawson, Family Mart, Mini-stop and am/pm for 231 yen (tax included).
April 2, 2008
Opening of Botejyu San - Shiodome Branch
Located inside the new compound city Shiodome Sio Site, Botejyu San opened its Shiodome branch in the new commercial complex Caretta Shiodome situated next to the Dentsu Shiki Theatre Sea.
The Shiodome branch boasts a new menu and an extensive selection of alcohol.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
March 31, 2008
Opening of Botejyu Express - Ario Otori Branch
The Botejyu Group opened its first teppan yakisoba specialty shop, Botejyu Express - Ario Otori Branch. The Ario Otori Branch is the first Botejyu Express shop to open in the Kansai area. It is located in the food court area of the Ario Shopping Mall in Sakai-shi, Osaka.
The shop has a retro feel of the good ‘ole fashioned Osaka food stalls. The harmony between our legendary special sauce and homemade noodles is absolutely superb. We have maximized the know-how accumulated since the founding of our restaurant in 1946, to create this special yakisoba.
Come and enjoy our legendary teppan-yakisoba!
March 28, 2008
Botejyu San introduced in Tokyo Notice Board
Botejyu San was introduced in the March 28 issue of the Tokyo Notice Board, a free magazine widely distributed in the Tokyo metropolitan area for foreigners
March 26, 2008
Botejyu at Akasaka Sacas
The new landmark, Akasaka Sacas, opened this spring in Akasaka, home to TBS Broadcasting Center and Akasaka Biz Tower.
Botejyu will have a stall in the Sakura Terrasse food court on Sacas Hill for five days from March 26-30.
March 3, 2008
Botejyu Introduced on Fuji Television program “Itadaki + (Plus)”
Botejyu provided information on annual cabbage consumption for the Fuji Television program “Itadaki + (Plus). This program introduces useful information on various vegetables and agricultural products.
March 1, 2008
Article on Botejyu - Wing Kamiooka Branch in the Kamiooka Style
Botejyu - Wing Kamiooka branch was introduced in Kamiooka Style, the local town magazine published by Wing Kamiooka.
The recipe for Botejyu’s popular menu item, Omochi Cheese Yaki (Japanese rice cake and cheese gratin) was featured in the “Ouchi de Chef no Aji (Chef’s Taste at Home) section of the magazine.
Enjoy making this recipe at home!
March 1, 2008
Launching of the Botejyu Group Website
February 1, 2008
Renewal Opening of Botejyu - Umeda HEP Navio Branch
HEP Navio in Umeda, Osaka has undergone complete transformation. Hankyu Department Store Men’s Annex now occupy floors from B1 to 5F. With this, Botejyu - Umeda HEP Navio Branch in the Navio Dining & Café Bimi on the 7th floor restaurant section, has undergone a complete makeover and reopened on Friday, February 1.
Please enjoy our extensive menu and a fine selection of alcohol beverages in a comfortable Japanese atmosphere.