I might have already found my best restaurant for 2023... While Tonkatsu Yutakasugi Ta in Asakusa is famous for its tonkatsu, I happened to enter this tonkatsu kaiseki restaurant... Maybe because I didn't have high expectations, but I was surprised by how delicious it was. - What I had: - Rosu Katsu Teishoku (Pork Loin Cutlet Set Meal) for around 1700 yen: Crispy and rich coating with tender pork loin that strangely had a hint of sweetness. The cabbage was my favorite ever and the pickles were not too salty! - Kujira Sashimi (Whale Sashimi): Thick slices of sashimi that surprised me! I could truly feel the elasticity of whale meat, making me realize again that whales are mammals. You can only experience this because of the thickness of the slices. - Dassai 1 Go (Dassai Sake): My husband tried Dassai sake for the first time and discovered its deliciousness. (He used to say, "I don't understand the differences in the taste of sake" until then.)

Visited on a Sunday around 6 pm, after 4 months. It seems like they have a lot of reservations, as some tables are marked as "reserved". Ordered the same Mix A set meal as last time. Rice can be served in a larger portion for free. Arrived in about 10 minutes. Started with miso soup, which was mushroom soup. The broth was rich and delicious. The pork cutlet was tender, and the chicken and minced cutlets were juicy. Absolutely delicious. Enjoyed it slowly. Very satisfied. Will definitely come back.

The set meal with tonkatsu cutlet for 420 yen is recommended, but the other menu items are also excellent. It takes longer than fried food, but they cook it carefully so the meat is juicy, the skin is crispy, and the lettuce underneath soaks up the meat juices creating a delicious flavor. The fried food is also recommended, but above all, the hospitality is wonderful as befits a restaurant with the name "wakapon"! They see you off all the way to the entrance when you leave. The rice, pickles, and miso soup are all perfect!

This is a review of a tonkatsu specialty restaurant called "Tonkatsu Wasyoku Danki" located in Asakusa 1-chome, Taito-ku, Tokyo. The nearest station is Asakusa Station on the Tsukuba Express line. It is also relatively close to Tawaramachi Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, as well as Asakusa Station on the Tobu Skytree Line, Toei Asakusa Line, and Tokyo Metro Ginza Line. I visited "Tonkatsu Wasyoku Danki" for dinner. Asakusa was crowded that day, and I was looking for a place to eat, but everywhere was full. When I passed by the restaurant, I saw that there were empty seats inside, so I decided to give it a try. Although "Tonkatsu Wasyoku Danki" was almost full, I was seated at an available table. I ordered the Hirekatsu set meal (served with rice, miso soup, and pickles) for 2,100 yen. The Hirekatsu came with a small dish of sauce, which I dipped the cutlets in before eating. It was light and delicious, with no unpleasant odor. It wasn't too light, unlike some places where it can be unsatisfying (I felt like I should have ordered the loin instead). It was also tasty when eaten with salt. I didn't do any research before stumbling upon "Tonkatsu Wasyoku Danki," but it turned out to be a great choice. I would love to go back if I have the chance. Thank you for the meal.

This is a tonkatsu restaurant located on Tanuki Street in Asakusa. I visited for lunch on a Sunday. When I arrived, there was a line of about 6 people. I waited for about 15 minutes before being able to enter. I ordered the Mixed Fry Set A (1480 yen), which includes one Menchi, one bite-sized fillet, chicken katsu, and one kiss fish. You can get a free extra large serving of rice. The first thing that surprised me was the portion size. Especially the Menchi katsu was huge. The Menchi, fillet, and chicken were all cut into pieces, which made the portion seem very generous. I tried them right away. My favorite was the Menchi. It was soft and juicy. The chicken was thick and tender. The fillet katsu was also above average. Nowadays, it's becoming rare to find a restaurant that can offer such a large portion at this price without compromising on taste. This restaurant is a valuable find with great cost performance. I hope they continue to do well in the future. Thank you for the meal.

The rice set for 420 yen is a great deal. I tried the salt-grilled dish that caught my eye on the menu board last time, and it was absolutely delicious! It was cooked carefully with crispy skin and just the right amount of salt. The chicken fat oozing out and soaked lettuce were also delicious! The service is polite as expected from a restaurant with "kappo" in its name, and the portion of rice in the bowl is just right. The nameless miso soup and pickles are also tasty. This place is a hidden gem compared to the famous restaurants nearby, but I don't want to share it because I don't like it when it gets crowded. It's a mystery how so many inbound tourists know about this place.

Hidden in a back alley is a top-notch restaurant! The Mix A set costs 1,480 yen, while the shrimp fry is 550 yen. The Mix set includes minced cutlet, smelt fish, bite-sized pork cutlet, chicken, and an additional shrimp. The presentation is impressive, and the rice, miso soup, and pickles are all delicious, but the minced cutlet is the real standout! The smelt fish is small and disappears quickly, but the chicken is juicy, the pork cutlet is good, and the shrimp at the end is plump and tasty! The batter is not too thick, and the size is not deceiving. It was so delicious! I'm curious about the salt-grilled chicken thigh and the fried hokke, so I've decided to revisit.

In the evening, I was strolling around Asakusa and happened to come across this restaurant. I entered at 5 pm and there were two groups of foreigners. I ordered the Mix A set meal for 1,480 yen. The pork cutlet was tender, the chicken cutlet was juicy, and the minced meat cutlet was exquisite. I will definitely go back to eat the same set meal again!

I ordered the mixed pork cutlet. It was generous in portion and both the fillet and loin were tender and delicious. I accidentally poured the sauce over it, but it was still delicious with salt and mustard. The miso soup with enoki mushrooms and tofu was piping hot and went well with the tonkatsu. I was very satisfied!

Do not be put off by the title of "Kappo" - dining in this restaurant will leave you satisfied at an affordable price. The dishes are delicious with no shortcuts taken, and you will find yourself wanting to come back for more. Located just a 2-minute walk from Asakusa Station on the Tsukuba Express line, Dan Kikappo offers a mix of dishes at reasonable prices. I tried the Mix A set meal for 1480 yen, which included meatballs, chicken, and a small fish. The food was delicious and well-prepared, with standout items like the meatballs that were juicy and flavorful. The chicken and pork cutlets were also tender and well-cooked. The portion sizes were generous, and the meal was satisfying. Overall, I was impressed with the quality of the food and the value for money at this restaurant. I highly recommend trying the tonkatsu set meal if you have the chance.

I used it for lunch. It was around 14:00 on a weekday, so the restaurant was not crowded. There didn't seem to be a special lunch menu, so I ordered the pork cutlet set meal. It was served in about 10 minutes. The 180-gram portion was just right for lunch. As for the taste, the right amount of fat in the pork cutlet combined with the juiciness of the meat was delicious! Personally, I wish the salt had been coarse salt, but even so, the pork cutlet was delicious enough to taste the sweetness of the meat. The service at the restaurant was polite, and it was a very cozy place to dine.

I visited "Tonkatsu Kappo Danki" around 11 a.m. on a day in December 2022. It is located about a 3-4 minute walk from Asakusa Station, in an area with many tonkatsu restaurants. The small restaurant had two other customers when I arrived. I ordered the "Mixed A Set Meal" for ¥1,380 from the set meal menu and waited for about 12-13 minutes for the food to be served. The set meal included menchi katsu, a bite-sized hiré katsu, chicken katsu, and kisu fry served with plenty of cabbage and mustard, along with rice, miso soup, and pickles. I enjoyed the katsu and fry dishes with salt and sauce provided on the table. The smaller-sized chicken katsu was juicy and flavorful, whether eaten with salt or sauce. The menchi katsu had a good size and a nice balance of meat sweetness and mustard flavor. The hiré katsu allowed me to savor the umami of the pork. The kisu fry, made with frozen kisu fish, was plain but tasty. I topped the cabbage with sauce and enjoyed it with the fried dishes. I finished the hearty set meal and felt satisfied. The friendly service from the kind owner and the retro atmosphere of the restaurant made the experience enjoyable. "Danki" is a great place to casually enjoy tonkatsu.

Asakusa tonkatsu pilgrimage continues. This time, the shop is "Danki" located near the foodie street. The name is in hiragana, but if written in kanji, it could be "男気" or "男樹" or "団旗"? Maybe even "団鬼" for the fans of ○○? Weekdays are not crowded, but on weekends when tourists flock, it can get busy, so be careful. However, as an Asakusa tonkatsu shop, it may be somewhat of a hidden gem. The owner is in charge of cooking, while the service is handled by the wife (sometimes by female part-time staff during busy times). In the unique world of Asakusa, the friendly and polite service pleasantly surprises. Especially, the hospitality of the woman who seems to be the wife is wonderful. Personally, the notable menu item is the "handmade menchi katsu" (1180 yen). The coating gives a slightly oily impression, but the crispy and fluffy texture on the first bite is exquisite. The meat-filled menchi is also quite enjoyable, but the soft and juicy combination here is heavenly. By the way, the menchi in the set menu is a mini size. If you want to fully enjoy the essence of the meat, I recommend savoring the full size! Additionally, the quality of rice, miso soup, and pickles is high overall. In the evening, it turns into an izakaya style with a variety of seafood dishes. However, it's hard to skip this menchi dish. I will definitely come back again! Thank you for the meal!

Near Asakusa Station (TX), my stomach was growling, haha. I was in the mood for some meat on this day. It's the end of the month and I didn't want to spend too much money. So, tonkatsu it is! The Ueno-Asakusa area is known for its high-quality tonkatsu. No matter where you eat, it seems like there are no bad options. We were seated at a table for two. Surprisingly, even after the lunch rush, the place was almost full. I had to give up on the Mont Blanc I was eyeing due to the long line. Asakusa, bustling after the Manbou event, seems to be facing a lunch crisis (sweat). The pork cutlet cost 1,950 yen. Quite pricey, but these days there are places where it's over 4,000 yen. Let's wait in silence. It arrived after a while. The breading wasn't as crispy as they claim. The meat was seasoned with salt (not rock salt) and sauce. There was an excessive amount of mustard, haha. I doubt anyone would ask for a refill (laughs). Eating it with salt emphasized the sweetness of the meat. They really used good quality meat. The cabbage was finely shredded. There was no dressing, so I used tonkatsu sauce instead. I ordered a large portion of rice, but the bowl was small and I felt a bit uneasy. However, in the end, I was full, satisfied, and my wallet was satisfied too, haha. Instead of the usual miso soup, they served a refined soup with Mitsuba. Truly a tonkatsu restaurant! It was elegant. I finished without feeling too heavy. Now, to avoid getting sleepy in the afternoon, I need some coffee, haha. And with that, thank you. It was delicious.

■Shop Introduction If you want to eat oyster fry in Asakusa, head to Tonkatsu Wasyoku Danki. While tonkatsu is the main dish here, they also offer sashimi and other fried options. Right now, the popular choice is the oyster fry! This time, we ordered the oyster fry set made with oysters from Sanriku. ■What we ate Oyster fry set ¥1960 It arrived in about 20 minutes. There are five huge oyster fries on the plate. The quality of the oysters themselves is high, and the way they are fried is wonderful! The rice is also served in a large portion for free, and the service is great. It may not be cheap at ¥1960, but I think it's worth it for this quality oyster fry! @non.aldesuga.nanika is currently introducing delicious foods from Tokyo and various places across Japan on Instagram!

Asakusa sightseeing④ 13:00 on a weekday while strolling around Asakusa... There were two other groups of customers. There are about 6-7 small table seats! I tried the Mix S and A set meals. Mix S (100g of pork loin, 2 bite-sized pork cutlets) for 1,980 yen, Mix A (1 minced meat patty, 2 shrimp, 1 whiting fish) for 1,300 yen, including tax. The meat was tender and cooked perfectly. The minced meat patty was excellent... very soft texture, easy to eat without much effort. The shredded cabbage was served in a round shape with a generous portion. Seasoning can be adjusted to taste. Credit cards are not accepted for payment, but PayPay is accepted.

I was brought to this restaurant by a local acquaintance. Located in a back alley between Rokku and Asakusa Temple, this place is known for its delicious tonkatsu and appetizers. Since a tonkatsu set meal would be too heavy for the time, I decided to order mixed fry and other appetizers, and they were all excellent! The texture and aroma of the breading are wonderful, and you can tell that they cook each ingredient with care. I will definitely come back next time to try the highly recommended tonkatsu set meal! Thank you for the meal!

I had always heard about this place but had never been there for lunch. Even before 12 o'clock, it was quite crowded. I felt like having tonkatsu and menchi-katsu, so I looked at the mixed menu, but could only find a combination with one bite-sized katsu. In the end, I ordered the loin katsu set (1880 yen) with a menchi-katsu topping (360 yen). After about 15 minutes, the food was brought to me. During that time, they came to pour tea for me regularly. The loin katsu was thicker and more substantial than I expected, with a good amount of heat. The breading was just right in thickness and not too oily. Next to it was a fairly large menchi-katsu. This menchi-katsu was fluffy and juicy, and delicious. It came with shredded cabbage, rice, miso soup, and pickles. The rice was also delicious, and the sauce was not too sweet, but tasty. The tonkatsu was also delicious, but I preferred the menchi-katsu.

I visited alone around 17:30 on a regular day. There were 2 customers before me. They didn't have shochu highball on the menu, but they made it for me (laughs). I ordered the 100g pork cutlet for 1080 yen as a snack. It was from the rib loin part and had a strong flavor. I also added a glass of awamori on the rocks. The beautiful waitress was very kind and provided great service!

A famous tonkatsu restaurant in Asakusa Ichichome. It's a small shop, but well-known among tonkatsu lovers. The menu is easy to understand with prices including tax. While there are many tonkatsu restaurants in Asakusa, this one is popular for its reasonable prices and delicious variety of tonkatsu. The Mix (A) set meal costs 1300 yen and includes menchi katsu, chicken katsu, hire katsu, and kiss fry instead of aji. The portion of rice is small, but the miso soup with nameko mushrooms and pickles are delicious. The small dishes are also excellent, a common trait of tasty set meals. The lightly fried tonkatsu with a rich but not overly sweet sauce is amazing. They also provide plenty of mustard, which is a nice touch. The shredded cabbage on the side is incredibly fresh and thinly sliced, making it delicious even without any dressing. Asakusa truly has a variety of tonkatsu restaurants to enjoy. I once completed the "tempura challenge in Asakusa" and now I'm thinking of conquering all the tonkatsu restaurants, but considering my age and health, I decided against it. Oh, how frustrating...

I ordered the Mix S set meal for 1980 yen (with 100g of pork loin and 2 pieces of pork fillet) thinking I could enjoy both at the same time, but was surprised by the huge portion of tonkatsu that was brought to me. The pork loin was closer to rib loin with a lot of fat, too fatty for my liking. The pork fillet, on the other hand, was just right, with a good balance of lean meat's subtle flavor and chewiness, which I found delicious. The sauce had a tropical sweetness that left a lingering taste, making me question if it really complemented the tonkatsu. The salt used seemed like regular table salt, which was also questionable. The staff at the restaurant were very pleasant, but there were some aspects that were a bit disappointing. The biggest downside was that smoking was allowed throughout the restaurant. It seemed to be used more like an izakaya at night, with people smoking while drinking. Perhaps during the day it could be non-smoking? If I were to go again, I would opt for the Mix A set meal for 1300 yen (with minced meat, pork fillet, chicken, and fish) during the day!