(てっぱんや)

てっぱんやき
noun
teppanyaki, iron griddle cooking
1. teppanyaki, iron griddle cooking
A style of Japanese cuisine where food is cooked on a flat iron griddle, typically in front of diners. Often features beef, seafood, and vegetables.
今夜(こんや)鉄板焼(てっぱんや)きを()べたい。
I want to eat teppanyaki tonight.
鉄板焼(てっぱんや)きの(みせ)予約(よやく)した。
I made a reservation at a teppanyaki restaurant.
シェフが()(まえ)鉄板焼(てっぱんや)きを調理(ちょうり)してくれる。
The chef cooks teppanyaki right in front of you.

WORD FORMATION:
鉄板(てっぱん) (iron plate, griddle) + ()き (grilling, cooking)

CULTURAL NOTES:
鉄板焼(てっぱんや)き restaurants often feature skilled chefs who perform cooking theatrically in front of guests. It is considered a more upscale dining experience in Japan.

COMMON ITEMS:

  • 和牛(わぎゅう) (wagyu beef)
  • 海鮮(かいせん) (seafood)
  • 野菜(やさい) (vegetables)
  • ガーリックライス (garlic rice)

RELATED TERMS:

  • (この)()き: okonomiyaki (savory pancake)
  • 焼肉(やきにく): grilled meat, Korean BBQ