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Shogun Burger in Machida Tokyo

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Written and analysed by Ryusei Hosono • • Updated: July 3, 2024
5 (2 Reviews)
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A large white paper lantern hangs glowing at the entrance of Shogun Burger in Machida, Tokyo. Printed across its face is the shop's logo: a black samurai helmet over a stylized face with wavy eyes, a mustache, and a wide grin, with SHOGUN BURGER written in bold letters underneath. Behind the lantern is the shop's dark wood storefront, its window reflecting the street. To the right, a vertical banner shows a chili-topped cheeseburger and Japanese text promoting the restaurant, partially cut off at the edge of the frame. The lit lantern against the dark entryway gives the whole shot the feel of a traditional Japanese storefront sign repurposed for a burger joint.

A large white paper lantern hangs glowing at the entrance of Shogun Burger in Machida, Tokyo. Printed across its face is the shop's logo: a black samurai helmet over a stylized face with wavy eyes, a mustache, and a wide grin, with SHOGUN BURGER written in bold letters underneath. Behind the lantern is the shop's dark wood storefront, its window reflecting the street. To the right, a vertical banner shows a chili-topped cheeseburger and Japanese text promoting the restaurant, partially cut off at the edge of the frame. The lit lantern against the dark entryway gives the whole shot the feel of a traditional Japanese storefront sign repurposed for a burger joint.


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SHOGUN
BURGER

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Shogun Burger in Machida Tokyo Photo: Ryusei Hosono / RyuKoch

TL;DR

Shogun Burger is a cozy burger joint located in Machida, Tokyo, featuring around 10-15 seats and a unique ordering process through a terminal, reminiscent of ramen and fast-food restaurants in Japan. Open daily from 11:00 to 23:00, the restaurant has garnered a rating of 4.2/5 and offers a satisfying dining experience with burgers priced at approximately ¥1,500 (about €12), which includes fries and a drink. The menu boasts a variety of flavors, including a notable teriyaki burger with mushrooms, though diners might find the portion sizes on the smaller side. The fries are very thin, resembling chips more than traditional fries, which may not appeal to everyone. Conveniently accessible from Machida Station, Shogun Burger stands out among the increasing number of burger restaurants in Japan, despite being somewhat challenging to locate without proper guidance.

Details

  • Type: Restaurant
  • Published: February 2, 2020
  • Visited on: December 2, 2
  • Rating:
  • Price Category: 35.5460504
  • Touristic Level:
    5/10
  • Address: 〒194-0013 Tokyo, Machida, Haramachida, 6 Chome−11−14 菊甚ビル

Online Reviews Summary

Quality and flavor: Guests rave about the handcrafted patties—from juicy Wagyu smash burgers to inventive toppings like avocado, bacon, egg and jalapeños—all perfectly seasoned and nestled in soft, toasted buns. The fries and onion rings earn praise for their crisp texture, though many suggest ordering extra fries to make up for smaller portions. Free drink refills (including Shogun’s own beer) and plant-based burger options add to the appeal, making each visit a true flavor adventure. Service and atmosphere: The cozy retro diner-style setting—with indoor and outdoor seating just steps from Machida Station—creates a welcoming vibe that keeps diners coming back. Staff are consistently noted for their friendliness, bilingual support and efficient service, while English menus ensure a smooth experience for non-Japanese speakers. Cleanliness and the option to arrive early to wait inside further enhance comfort. Tips and recommendations: Arrive slightly ahead of peak times to secure a seat in this popular spot, and try seasonal specials like the cherry-blue cheese burger or the omakase set. Vegetarians will appreciate the plant-based burger, and adding bacon or extra cheese elevates any classic cheeseburger. Given how many visitors return multiple times, it’s clear Shogun Burger has earned its reputation as Machida’s top burger destination.

Table of contents:

    Shogun Burger at a Glance

    Shogun Burger is a burger joint in Machida Tokyo. With about 10-15 seats, this restaurant is relatively small. You order and pay at a terminal. So similar to Ramen restaurants or fast food restaurants in Japan. The fries are very thin and the burger juicy and delicious.

    Shogun Burger Ordering Process

    This is a four-photo collage showing the ordering experience at Shogun Burger, a burger shop in Machida, Tokyo. The first panel shows a black touchscreen ordering terminal with the shop's samurai-mask logo and a grid menu of burgers, each with a photo and price, plus a limited-time promotion banner. The second panel is a close-up of a hand holding the printed receipt it produces: the Shogun Burger name and address at the top, a call number of 115 highlighted in red, a few line items around ¥680 to ¥1,200, and a paid total of ¥3,500. The third panel looks across the shop's light wooden counter toward the open kitchen, where a young staff member in a dark apron stands beside a coffee machine. Heinz ketchup, mustard, and a syrup bottle line the counter edge for customers. The fourth panel shows a laminated sign mounted on the wall titled "How to enjoy SHOGUNBURGER!" It walks through the process in numbered Japanese steps with a cartoon of a staff member, and small illustrations of a burger and fries at the bottom. Together the panels document the full visit: order at the kiosk, take your numbered ticket, and wait at the counter.

    This is a four-photo collage showing the ordering experience at Shogun Burger, a burger shop in Machida, Tokyo. The first panel shows a black touchscreen ordering terminal with the shop's samurai-mask logo and a grid menu of burgers, each with a photo and price, plus a limited-time promotion banner. The second panel is a close-up of a hand holding the printed receipt it produces: the Shogun Burger name and address at the top, a call number of 115 highlighted in red, a few line items around ¥680 to ¥1,200, and a paid total of ¥3,500.

    The third panel looks across the shop's light wooden counter toward the open kitchen, where a young staff member in a dark apron stands beside a coffee machine. Heinz ketchup, mustard, and a syrup bottle line the counter edge for customers. The fourth panel shows a laminated sign mounted on the wall titled "How to enjoy SHOGUNBURGER!" It walks through the process in numbered Japanese steps with a cartoon of a staff member, and small illustrations of a burger and fries at the bottom. Together the panels document the full visit: order at the kiosk, take your numbered ticket, and wait at the counter.


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    会計

    Limited time offer!!
    Classic and modern

    SHOGUN BURGER
    TEL 0470-200-1114

    呼出番号 115

    レジ-No.0012176
    2026/01/17(金) 12:34
    ¥1,200
    ¥630

    合計 11点
    ¥8,500
    ¥1,500
    ¥3,500

    ご利用ありがとうございました

    GER
    HEINZ

    SHOGUNBURGER の楽しみ方!
    How to Enjoy SHOUNBURGER!

    HAMBUGER
    We cook the both side hiden for Enjoy take for while. Thank you for waiting.

    3 steps to eat SHOGUN BURGER!

    SHOGUN BURGER

    Shogun Burger Ordering Process

    Opening Hours

    • Every day: 11:00 - 23:00

    Rating

    • Ryusei: 4.2/5

    Price

    • approx. ¥1.500 (12€) for a burger with fries and a drink

    Summary Conclusion

    The burger is delicious, juicy and has many flavors. However, the size is rather Japanese, because I was still a little hungry after the burger + fries. Ordering and paying was easy, as a terminal had to be used.

    The shop can be reached from Machida Station quite easily and quickly, but without Maps it can be a little difficult to find, as there are many shops there.

    Shogun Burger

    Burgers are also popular in Japan, so more and more burger restaurants are coming out in Japan. One of them is Shogun Burger.

    Shugun Burger from the outside

    A two-part photo of Shogun Burger, a small burger shop in Machida, Tokyo. The left side shows the storefront: a dark awning with "SHOGUN BURGER" in white letters and a samurai helmet logo, hanging paper lanterns painted with samurai faces, and a green "#shogunburger" sign glowing inside the window. A few metal stools line the counter out front, with cardboard boxes stacked beneath it. The right side shows the street approach: a tall standing signboard on the brick-paved walkway advertising the shop with "SHOGUN BURGER ¥700~ OK" in large letters, photos of burgers and side dishes, and a customer rating badge. The narrow lane and the compact, lantern-decorated facade give it the feel of a tucked-away neighborhood burger joint.

    A two-part photo of Shogun Burger, a small burger shop in Machida, Tokyo. The left side shows the storefront: a dark awning with "SHOGUN BURGER" in white letters and a samurai helmet logo, hanging paper lanterns painted with samurai faces, and a green "#shogunburger" sign glowing inside the window. A few metal stools line the counter out front, with cardboard boxes stacked beneath it.

    The right side shows the street approach: a tall standing signboard on the brick-paved walkway advertising the shop with "SHOGUN BURGER ¥700~ OK" in large letters, photos of burgers and side dishes, and a customer rating badge. The narrow lane and the compact, lantern-decorated facade give it the feel of a tucked-away neighborhood burger joint.


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    SHOGUN BURGER
    #shogunburger
    ALL PAY

    SHOGUN BURGER
    ¥700~
    PAYPAY OK

    Shugun Burger from the outside

    What I Ordered

    Typical burger with a branded logo, very thin fries (not my favorite, as they are more like chips than fries, but it's a matter of taste).

    There are many different varieties and flavors. For example, I ordered a Teriyaki Burger with mushrooms. And an unsweetened tea.

    Shogun Burger - what I ordered

    Three photos sit side by side showing a meal from Shogun Burger, a burger shop in Machida, Tokyo. On the left, a burger with a glossy, dome-like bun sits on a dark textured plate next to a heap of thin fries, with an iced drink behind it and a small card on the wooden table reading "NEW OPEN MACHIDA." The center panel is a close-up of that drink: a clear plastic cup of iced amber-colored beverage with a black straw, carrying a white label with the shop's samurai helmet logo and the words "SHOGUN BURGER." The right panel moves in tight on the burger itself, showing the shiny buttered bun, green lettuce, tomato, and a thick dark patty layered with sauce, with more pale fries spilling across a speckled black plate. Overall it reads as a hearty, diner-style burger set at a casual counter table.

    Three photos sit side by side showing a meal from Shogun Burger, a burger shop in Machida, Tokyo. On the left, a burger with a glossy, dome-like bun sits on a dark textured plate next to a heap of thin fries, with an iced drink behind it and a small card on the wooden table reading "NEW OPEN MACHIDA." The center panel is a close-up of that drink: a clear plastic cup of iced amber-colored beverage with a black straw, carrying a white label with the shop's samurai helmet logo and the words "SHOGUN BURGER." The right panel moves in tight on the burger itself, showing the shiny buttered bun, green lettuce, tomato, and a thick dark patty layered with sauce, with more pale fries spilling across a speckled black plate. Overall it reads as a hearty, diner-style burger set at a casual counter table.


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    NEW OPEN
    MACHIDA
    When you bring this Ticket, the toppin

    SHOGUN BURGER

    Shogun Burger - what I ordered
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