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2 Kobe beef short ribs (about 8 ounces)

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1 tablespoon Chinese five-spice powder

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 (750 milliliters) bottle sake

3 cups mirin

3 1/4 cups orange juice

1 cup sugar

1 bunch scallions, chopped

2 ounces ginger, peeled and sliced

2 ounces garlic, sliced

1 cup soy sauce

Lo mein noodles, or stir-fried vegetables, for serving, optional