The Wait Is Almost Over: TORIKIZOKU Is Coming to BGC This October

The wait is almost over for Filipino diners looking to experience TORIKIZOKU, Japan’s #1 Yakitori chain, as the brand prepares to open its first Philippine restaurant at Serendra, BGC on October 12, 2026.

Known for freshly grilled chicken skewers, carefully selected ingredients, welcoming service, and a lively yet comfortable atmosphere, TORIKIZOKU is bringing its authentic Yakitori-ya experience to the Philippines for the first time.

The new Serendra branch will offer diners an opportunity to discover a Japanese dining experience centered on freshly grilled Yakitori, food, and conversation—bringing together the elements that have shaped TORIKIZOKU’s identity in Japan.

Ahead of the October opening, the brand has already begun making its presence felt around Serendra through Torikki, its official yellow mascot. The playful character appears in different poses inspired by both the Philippines and Japan, with installations designed to be visible during the day and illuminated at night.

Each Torikki installation also features a QR code that visitors can scan to access the TORIKIZOKU Philippines website, receive updates, and make a reservation. The signages mark the beginning of the countdown to TORIKIZOKU’s arrival in the Philippines.

For those who have yet to discover the brand, TORIKIZOKU was founded in Osaka in 1985 and has since grown to more than 600 stores across Japan. The brand continues to expand internationally as part of its Global YAKITORI Family.

The Philippine launch also introduces “Toriki Tayo,” a local invitation to turn everyday moments into opportunities to come together. The idea reflects TORIKIZOKU’s dining experience, where people can gather comfortably over freshly grilled food and conversation.

As the October 12 opening draws closer, the countdown around Serendra offers an early glimpse of what is to come—from spotting Torikki around BGC and scanning the QR code to discovering TORIKIZOKU and eventually experiencing its Yakitori-ya dining concept firsthand.

Be among the first to experience TORIKIZOKU’s authentic Yakitori-ya experience at Serendra. Make your reservation in advance now:
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