Shin-Sen-Gumi Yakitori
& Men-Ya

This article has been updated for 2025.

About

Founded in 1992 by Mitsuyasu Shigeta, Shin-Sen-Gumi Yakitori & Men-ya began with a single goal: to carve a name in the competitive food and beverage world. What started as a humble yakitori joint has since grown into one of California’s loved Japanese restaurant groups, with over 10 locations—including one in Tokyo.

Shigeta was born and raised in Japan. When he opened his first Shin-Sen-Gumi location, he worked every day without a single day off for 3 years to ensure the restaurant’s success. Later on, his mission changed and shifted the company to a place where it can focus on developing people to be the best they can be, not just within the company, but in their everyday lives. As a result, this became the root of the restaurant that brought them over to 10+ locations to date, including one in Tokyo. Through the team’s dedication, they have gained loyalty and following from their customers. Originally located in Monterey Park, the Alhambra location still serves the same loyal clients despite opening mid-pandemic in October 2020.

Unlike other Shin-Sen-Gumi branches that specialize in ramen, yakitori, or shabu-shabu, the Alhambra outpost offers a broad, family-friendly menu under one roof. Known for its authentic Hakata-style ramen and charcoal-grilled yakitori, the restaurant also prides itself on recreating the welcoming atmosphere of Japan with every bite in every visit.

Whether you’re craving smoky yakitori or a hearty bowl of Hakata-style ramen, Shin-Sen-Gumi Alhambra delivers an authentic Japanese dining experience for the whole family. Open for lunch and dinner on weekdays (11:00 AM–3:00 PM and 6:00 PM–10:45 PM) and all day on weekends (11:00 AM–10:45 PM), the restaurant also offers online ordering, catering, and even a food truck for special events. Explore the menu or place an order at shinsengumigroup.com.

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(626)943-7956
www.shinsengumigroup.com