Established in 1915, Ootafuku is an oden (Japanese hot pot) restaurant run by the sixth generation owner who has inherited the taste from generations past. Originally located in the Naniwa Senjimae Hozoji Temple in Osaka, the restaurant has since relocated to Asakusa. They specialize in a light Kansai-style dashi broth oden that changes seasonally, with each dish perfectly matched to the ingredients. Offering nearly 50 varieties of oden at any given time, along with a variety of side dishes, the restaurant also serves fresh sashimi. The sashimi, such as the Aoyagi with its tender texture and sweetness, is outstanding. The squid innards with sweet red miso is also delicious, and it's a treat to be able to try this unique dish. Despite the cold weather, the warm Kansai dashi broth in the oden helped warm the body, making it a perfect pairing with a glass of Koshu white wine. While the hot sake was also good, the dry Koshu wine complemented the oden perfectly. The restaurant, with a toilet featuring an oden tap, has a charming Asakusa atmosphere and is consistently full every day. After its renovation three years ago, I look forward to returning to try their unique dishes and popular items among regulars.

Asakusa has many shops with a long history, and Otafuku (what an auspicious name) is one of the oldest and most established establishments in Asakusa, having been around for over 100 years. The storefront is lovely, from the entrance that resembles a traditional Japanese house to the retro atmosphere inside the shop. The cleanliness and sophistication of the place, including the well-designed layout with amenities like an elevator, waiting chairs, and power outlets, are truly impressive and make a great first impression. Even before tasting the food, you will be amazed. When trying to take a photo of the oden, the busy owner took the time to capture the dish from a beautiful angle, showing exceptional hospitality. The service provided by the staff and the owner is also fantastic. Now, let's talk about the oden - it is truly delicious! While you may have certain expectations for oden, this place exceeds them by at least two levels. The base broth is light, yet incredibly flavorful, making you want to slurp it all up. Each ingredient is delicious in its own right - the daikon radish is infused with flavor, the hanpen is packed with fish umami, and the cabbage is tender with a rich meat filling. The list goes on (the simmered beef tendon is also amazing). Despite the generous portion size, the oden leaves a clean aftertaste. The price is reasonable at just over 5,000 yen per person. While there is also a tatami seating area, enjoying oden at the counter is truly special. This place is truly the best!

The weather has cooled down a bit and it's the season for oden, so I visited Otafuku. I had the classic daikon, egg, konbu, shirataki, and mochi kinchaku, although I forgot to take a photo. I also had a salad and chicken meatball soup. Everything was delicious and paired well with beer and wine.

I went to Oden Ootafuku in Asakusa. It's about a 10-minute walk from the Asakusa Station on the International Street. The entrance of the restaurant has a nostalgic atmosphere, but it seems like they recently renovated the interior, which may have been better before. This time, I was seated on the second floor. It was a table seat, so I would like to sit at the counter next time. When you order oden, they light a fire under the pot so you can enjoy it hot for a long time. The prices are a bit high, but now they have the prices listed, so you can eat with peace of mind.

The shop located just before Asakusa has a high-class atmosphere mixed with a stylish touch of the downtown area. The oden was delicious, including egg, daikon radish, shumai roll, cabbage roll, grilled chikuwa, chikuwa ball, scallop, and konjac. However, the prices were a bit high. Thank you for the meal!

I was guided to the counter. Seeing the oden case in front of me got me excited. I ordered the assorted oden, but towards the end, it was not as delicious as I had hoped.

This was my second visit! I didn't have a reservation, but since it was late, I was able to enter right away. The a la carte dishes were fresh and delicious, and the oden was especially good with its flavorful broth. In winter, it was served on a stove right in front of us, but this time it came on a plate. I thought the plate cooled down too quickly and wished they would always serve it on the stove.

After the renovation, I visited for the first time and found the interior to be unique and heartwarming with various types of fish and plant names, and the toilet faucet turned into an oden pot. The taste is delicious, with both the oden and other dishes carefully prepared.

I had saved this restaurant because I thought it was rare to find an oden place. I visited before it got warm. The exterior and interior of the restaurant had a very authentic Japanese atmosphere. It would be perfect for a date. The oden was delicious, definitely different from homemade. However, there were quite a few items sold out, so I couldn't try everything I wanted to. The cost performance was not that great.

Today, I went drinking and eating around Asakusa from the morning. I've been coming to Asakusa quite often recently. I decided to go to "Asakusa Oden Ootafuku." They open at 4:00 PM, and since reservations were full, I lined up 30 minutes before opening hoping for a seat on the day. However, there were already customers ahead of me. It seems like reservations are essential here because there was quite a line at opening time. The oden here is a bit pricey, with daikon at ¥330, chicken and egg at ¥170, and octopus legs at ¥1,100 (which is quite expensive!). The broth is really delicious, and it brings out the flavors of each ingredient. It's a must-visit for oden lovers. Also, I had some sake (dry) called "Kyono Haru" from Yamagata, 1 cup for ¥1,350. This sake goes really well with oden! I ended up ordering 4 cups... haha.

[Overall Review] About a 5-minute walk from Tsukuba Express Asakusa Station. This is a long-established oden restaurant founded in 1915, located a bit away from the bustling area. Although it may be a bit pricey, you can definitely enjoy delicious dishes here. The quaint atmosphere typical of Asakusa is also charming (^_^) While oden in Tokyo is known for its strong soy sauce flavor, the seasoning here leans towards Kansai-style, with a beautiful and delicate presentation. While dishes like daikon and octopus are delicious, I feel that the processed items pair better with the broth's deliciousness. It's a rare find to have a shop that combines the atmosphere of Asakusa with the delicate taste of Kansai. ----------------------------------------- I have explored various restaurants in Asakusa, such as sushi, Western cuisine, and yakiniku, but I recently discovered a promising oden restaurant. Upon researching, I found out that it is a long-established shop that has been operating for nearly 100 years. Although it is a bit far from the station, I was intrigued, so I decided to visit right away (^_^) From Tsukuba Express Asakusa Station, head north on Kaminarimon-dori and make a left turn along the way. The restaurant is located a bit away from the bustling area. The approach is marked by a vermilion wooden frame and a lantern with the shop name written on it. When I first saw it, I mistook it for a shrine (^_^;) As you enter the slightly long approach, you will find a building with a unique design. The interior features a rustic counter surrounding the oden pot, with the chef and one assisting female staff. There may be a second-floor seating area with separate staff. There is no background music, but a clear, high-pitched sound reminiscent of a water harp resonates throughout. It creates a very atmospheric setting (^_^) The menu includes various oden dishes and some side dishes. Interestingly, they also serve whale (korotosaenozuri), which is rare in Tokyo oden shops. The alcohol selection mainly consists of beer and sake. The pricing for side dishes and alcohol seems quite bold. It's quite typical of Asakusa (^_^;) For starters, I opted for a safe choice of beer (large bottle for 750 yen). I decided to skip the side dishes and ordered a few oden items. ・Otoshi (appetizer) 450 yen - Two dishes of fish head simmered in broth and something like menma. It was quickly prepared, but it goes well with drinks (^_^) ・Oden *Prices vary depending on the item, ranging from 110 yen to 1650 yen - I ordered daikon, mochi bag, burdock roll, octopus legs, squid tempura, shumai tempura, and shimeji mushrooms. The octopus legs were the most expensive at 1100 yen. The broth is a clear amber color, with a gentle and refined taste extracted from seafood and kelp. It's so delicious that you can even drink it straight (^_^) The daikon soaked in the broth is tender and juicy, easily pierced with chopsticks. It has a juicy flavor without any fibrous texture. This is top-notch! Processed items like burdock rolls and squid tempura pair exceptionally well with the broth! The stickiness of the mochi bag and the oiliness of the shumai tempura add richness to the dish. While Kanto-style oden is known for its strong soy sauce flavor, this one is quite Kansai-style. It perfectly matches my taste preferences ^ｍ^ ----------------------------------------- [Final Thoughts] I never expected to find this Kansai-style oden in a long-established shop in Asakusa, especially in Tokyo. It was a pleasant surprise (^_^) This shop has been around for almost 100 years, but I wonder if the taste has always been like this. It's completely different from the taste of the downtown area. Today's bill came to a total of 4180 yen. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

It's delicious, stylish, and amazing. Before the renovation, it had a charming old-fashioned atmosphere that I really liked, but after the renewal, it became cleaner and more modern, which I found a bit disappointing. However, I still enjoyed the new space. The drinks and conversation flowed smoothly. I would like to visit again!

A large lantern serves as a landmark for this restaurant. Upon entering through a quaint passageway, the staff will guide you to your table. The interior has been renovated while still maintaining its traditional charm. The counter seating is first-come, first-served, so even if reservations are full, you might still get a seat if you arrive early. ✧ • ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ • ✧ When you order your preferred ingredients for oden, they bring a generous serving in a large bowl along with flavorful broth. From classic choices to more unique options, each dish is infused with rich flavors. The small onions, in particular, have soaked up the oden broth perfectly in between their soft layers, making them incredibly delicious. The mini-sized clam hot pot is another highlight. The broth, enriched with clam essence, adds depth to the dish. Not only the clams but also the thoroughly cooked leeks soaked in the broth, creating a rich umami flavor. The silky smooth texture of the tofu adds an elegant touch to the overall experience.

The atmosphere of the restaurant is nice. The oden is not bad, but the seasoning seems to be focused on the alcohol, making it taste monotonous. The daikon was overcooked and mushy when served by the staff. They brought out items we didn't order and forgot our drink order, with service issues. The prices are high, almost as if they are saying "we are a long-established restaurant." Disappointing.

I wanted to eat oden after sightseeing in Asakusa, so I made a reservation and went to eat. You need to make a reservation about 2 weeks in advance because it's such a popular restaurant that it gets fully booked on weekends. The entrance had a very Japanese atmosphere, and the interior was calm and traditional. They put the oden ingredients in front of you, warm them up, and then you can eat warm oden. The staff were very polite and escorted us to our seats, they were very kind. The oden I ate in winter was amazing.

----------------------------------Asakusa Station (5-minute walk) Asakusa Oden Otafuku Tokyo, Taito-ku, Senzoku 1-6-2 NS Genmon Building 1st floor 16:00-22:00 (Last Order 21:00) Closed on Mondays Recommended for dinner, drinks, dates, and hanging out with friends ✂️--------------------------------If you're looking to have an oden date in Tokyo, this place comes highly recommended ✂️--------Partial Menu-----------Oden: 110 yen to 1100 yenAssorted sashimi: 3300 yenRoast beef: 1550 yen✂️--------------------------------This is a long-standing oden restaurant established in 1915. They always have 30-40 types of oden available, which is quite impressive! If you're on a date, sitting at the counter is recommended ❤️ Some of the unusual items on the menu include taro, fiddleheads, baigai (whelk), green onion with tuna, whale blubber, shimeji mushrooms, yuba (tofu skin), and awa bu (mochi-filled fu). You can enjoy the classic oden or try something new that you haven't had before. The seating is at tables, but there is a spot in the middle to keep the pot warm, creating a cozy atmosphere. As a well-established oden restaurant, their carp sashimi and mountain sashimi are also delicious ❤️ Personally, this is my number one oden restaurant. All the rice dishes are tasty, but I highly recommend the pickled plum rice. I absolutely love this oden restaurant and can't wait to go back ===========

I enjoyed the meal very much. I have visited a few times, and I preferred the atmosphere of the seats before the renewal, which had a Japanese feel. There are many different types of dishes on the menu, which is great. There was a variety of sashimi platters, snacks for drinks, and different types of oden. The soup tasted delicious as well. The staff provided a warm and friendly service. The COVID-19 measures were also well implemented. Lately, it has been difficult to catch a taxi on the street in front of the restaurant, so I recommend using a taxi app for cold weather.

Asakusa Oden is called "Daitafuku". It is located about a 5.6-minute walk from Tahara-cho, so it might be close to Asakusa. By the way, it takes over 10 minutes to walk to Kuramae. Since it has become quite cool, I made a reservation for Edo-style oden here. When making a reservation over the phone, a set of oden for one person costing around 2700 yen will be prepared. The appearance of the restaurant is quite fancy for an oden shop. It seems that it was renovated a few years ago, with a large space on the 1st, 2nd, and probably 3rd floors. We were immediately guided to the 2nd floor, contrary to the quaint atmosphere at the entrance, we unexpectedly went up in an elevator. Well, it's convenient. The restaurant was bustling and lively, unlike the refined atmosphere of a high-class oden restaurant. The starter oden was already prepared and simmering nicely. The contents included hanpen, chikuwa, yuba, daikon, egg, taro, ganmo, carrot, octopus, and fuki. Although it was not on the menu, we were recommended to try shirako, so we ordered two servings of that, as well as two quail eggs, one scallop, one clam, two konnyaku, one cabbage roll, one thread konjac, two yuba, and a pot of oyster hot pot made with oden broth. We also ordered fried foods such as anago tempura and chicken karaage. We ordered a lot, but all the oden was simmered in a solid broth base, so the salt content was moderate. The lightly seasoned flavors made us feel like we could eat unlimited oden, dangerous! However, the items we chose were low in calories or even zero calories, so we didn't feel guilty at all (especially since I don't like processed foods). The oyster hot pot was delicious with its rich broth. However, I was a bit disappointed that there was no spring onion as shown in the photo, and the oysters were much smaller than expected. Next, the anago tempura was not very good. It seemed like it might have gone bad. Also, the portion and quality for 950 yen was outrageous. On the other hand, the chicken karaage was incredibly delicious. It was crispy, juicy, and lightly seasoned. I was so hooked that I almost wanted to order seconds. Finally, we finished with Inaniwa udon and green tea soba. In the end, we spent around 17,000 yen for two people, and the somewhat mediocre shirako cost 1,200 yen. Overall, it was a bit on the pricey side. I would recommend this restaurant for those who only want to eat oden and karaage. Thank you for the meal.

One of the famous oden restaurants in Asakusa. I visited for the first time after it relocated. Honestly, I loved the atmosphere of the old location so I felt a bit sad about the move. However, the new place still retains the previous ambiance. Although it seems to have a lot of seats in the building. The entrance lights and cobblestone path are fantastic. The oden is still delicious as before. I had seconds of daikon radish and the raw wheat gluten was also delicious, everything was too delicious. The oden rice at the end was also ordered and made me happy ♡ Thank you for the meal!

A long-established oden restaurant in Asakusa. I was nervous and it was delicious, so I forgot to take a picture before eating haha The oden was very delicious. After finishing, we put rice in it and made a delicious zosui. The sashimi was also delicious, and the bonito and squid eaten with sweet soy sauce were delicious. There were models of the old shop displayed, and I was able to learn about the history of the shop!

I chose this traditional oden restaurant for sightseeing in Asakusa. It's located about a 15-minute walk from Senso-ji Temple and Hanayashiki on a main street. For first-time visitors, it might be a bit hard to find, so it's recommended to call ahead. The restaurant has a clean and modern interior, giving off a casual yet slightly upscale vibe. We went for dinner, more like a bar atmosphere than a formal dining experience. The taste was reliably delicious, showcasing the quality of a long-standing establishment. It's a great place where you can still feel the old town charm.

I visited on a weekday night. Each table had a pot for oden, where you could order your ingredients and they would bring it to your table. The atmosphere inside the restaurant was dimly lit, creating a sophisticated date spot vibe. The staff were attentive and quick to refill drinks. The oden itself was on the pricier side and had a subtle flavor overall. The seared bonito was the most delicious dish.