Located a 3.4-minute walk from Asakusabashi Station, this shop is well-known and famous. I had been here before, but I decided to visit again after a long time! You go down the stairs connecting to the basement at the entrance of the building to find the shop. First, you pay at the entrance. Once you are seated, you can start the all-you-can-eat meal. There are plenty of sashimi dishes such as tuna and salmon, and you can take as much as you like to enjoy at your table. There are various parts of tuna and even marinated options, providing different ways to enjoy them. In addition to sashimi, there are miso soup, salad, and other items for a well-balanced meal. The quantity and quality of the food are both excellent, and I am very satisfied! Thank you for the meal.

It seems that this restaurant has been used as a filming location for various dramas such as "Hanzawa Naoki," "Nanatsu no Kaigi," and "Rikuoh." The table in the center left of the interior photo is known as the "Hanzawa table" as it was used in the filming of the show. Finally, I was able to visit Taichaya, so I didn't worry about the cost and just ordered whatever I wanted to eat. The sashimi was obviously fresh and delicious, and the presentation of the tuna sashimi was like a sashimi tower, all for a reasonable price in the 1000 yen range. The food was so good that the beer and sake went down smoothly. The sashimi platter was called the "Guts Mix," and the curry as the finale had a tomato-like flavor with no added ingredients, but the portion was just right for a satisfying end. The real finish was the tuna soy sauce ramen, with a gentle seafood flavor in the soup and thin straight noodles that paired well, it was really delicious. Two men ate and drank to their hearts' content for 15,000 yen, and we were very satisfied.

I revisited Taiko Chaya after 10 years, this time for lunch, and arrived at 11 am to find about 5 people already in line. The only option available was a 50-minute all-you-can-eat course for 2,100 yen, and to be honest, it was a bit disappointing. In Tokyo, there are some pretty good all-you-can-eat meat restaurants in the same price range, but it seems like all-you-can-eat fish might be a bit more challenging. Even now, for 2,100 yen at lunch, you could enjoy standing sushi like at a fish market with delicious toppings that fill you up. The fish here seemed to lack freshness and had a slightly fishy smell. The tea also had no flavor at all, tasting almost like hot water. Considering the price of 2,100 yen, I don't think it was a good value for the quality offered. Perhaps when it comes to fish, where freshness is key, it's hard to keep up with quality.

I went to the fish restaurant "Osakana Honpo Taikocha" in Asakusabashi, Bakurocho for a fish lunch. I paid 2,100 yen per person at the entrance register and entered. It has been 10 years since I last visited, and I was surprised that the price was over 2,000 yen. In 2013, it was 1,000 yen. I decided to enjoy the meal and went to get my food. They had "hamachi", "mebachi maguro", "buri", "salmon harasu aburi", "katsuwo tataki", and others. There seemed to be fewer types compared to before. They also had "ika", "kaisen arare", "tamagoyaki", and more. Additionally, they offered "tori karaage", "ya buri daikon", and "kaisen chuka ankake". The rice options were "white rice" and "sushi rice", and the soup was "ara-jiru". I chose sushi rice with kaisen arare for a seafood bowl, and I had all types of sashimi. Despite my complaint about the wasabi being in powder form, I left the restaurant feeling full and satisfied. I think the buri was the most delicious. Thank you for the delicious meal.

I had always admired it and finally fulfilled my dream of visiting Taiko Chaya!! Since it was the weekend, I thought there would be a long line, so I made a reservation in advance. However, when I arrived shortly after opening, it was relatively calm and we were able to get in easily. At the entrance, we paid in advance, were shown to our seats, and given the rules: 40-minute time limit, buffet style with mandatory vinyl gloves, trays must stay on the table (no carrying around), and no leftovers allowed (penalty of 500 yen). The setup seemed to have changed a bit, and the way the sashimi was served was not what I had imagined, which was a bit disappointing. The fish of the day included tuna, yellowtail, salmon, and bonito, along with other items like ankimo and marinated tuna. The buffet also had curry and fried chicken. The menu seemed to change frequently, with items like miso soup and different types of tuna being swapped out. I wasn't extremely hungry, so I made a small seafood bowl for myself and enjoyed the sweet taste of the tuna toro. Looking at others piling their plates high with sashimi, I wished I could have eaten more and had even more fun. Finally being able to visit the restaurant I had been curious about gave me a sense of accomplishment. Thank you for the meal! #Foodie #Foodstagram #FoodieGirl #FoodLover #FoodieCommunity #TokyoFood #TokyoFoodMap #AsakusaFood #BakurochoFood #BakuroyokoyamaFood #Asakusa #AllYouCanEatLunch #BuffetLunch #AllYouCanEatTokyo #SeafoodBowlLunch #SeafoodBuffet #SeafoodBuffetLunch

I had been wanting to visit Taiko Chaya for years, and finally got the chance to go! I had made a reservation about a month ago through the official website. Upon entering, I proceeded with the pre-payment. The lunch buffet costs 2,100 yen, and as a first-time visitor, I received some explanations beforehand. I was told to leave the black tray on the table, use the plastic gloves on top of the tray to handle the food, only take what I can eat to avoid a 500 yen charge for leftovers, and return the tray and plates when finished. After hearing the instructions, I went to get some food. The variety seemed a bit less than what I had seen in the promotional photos, but oh well. I tried almost all the dishes. I love sashimi, so I was happy to be able to eat a lot of it. The main "sashimi of the day" included bonito, yellowtail, salmon belly, and tuna. The sashimi, especially the tuna, felt a bit watery. It wasn't at a level where I would say "delicious" and be impressed. The "seafood of the day" included crab sticks, squid kimchi, pollock roe, baby scallops, monkfish liver, seaweed, marinated tuna, green onion and toro (fatty tuna) on rice. For side dishes, there were egg omelette, seaweed salad, broccoli, cabbage, bean sprouts, onion, almond jelly, and fruit punch. Among these, I particularly liked the egg omelette, squid kimchi, and green onion toro, which I repeated a few times. Mixing green onion toro, seaweed, squid kimchi, and more on rice created a delicious original bowl that made me happy! I also enjoyed the chewy almond jelly. The "daily dishes" included pork curry, chicken with daikon radish, and fried chicken. The pork curry was full of ingredients, but as someone who prefers sweet flavors, I found it a bit spicy. The chicken with daikon radish was well-seasoned and warm, making it a tasty simmered dish. The fried chicken was just average. It's nice to have non-seafood dishes for a change of taste. There were two types of rice, plain and vinegared. I usually don't like too sour or cold vinegared rice, but the one here was warm and not too sour, which I liked. The condiments included special dipping sauce, soy sauce, ponzu, and bonito sauce (all in small packets). The dressings were shiso, sesame, and Chinese. There were also sesame, ginger, and wasabi. Soy sauce was available on the table. The drinks were self-service with water and hot tea. With a 50-minute time limit, it felt a bit short, but for a seafood buffet, it was enough time. The restaurant is located on the basement floor, so it felt a bit gloomy without sunlight. Although the reservation slot was on a weekday at 11:30, it was quite crowded. Overall, I feel like... well, maybe this one visit is enough? If the quality of the sashimi was higher, I would consider going back, but for 2,100 yen, it might be difficult. The overall quality is not bad, but it's not particularly good either. If I wanted to eat more delicious seafood, I might consider spending more money on a sushi buffet. I also had to clean up my own plates, and they didn't take them away even when they piled up. I went with my husband this time, and he kept complaining about the fatty salmon belly... Nearby, there's a famous ramen shop called "Kyokuroki" that I wanted to visit if I wasn't so full...

Expectations were too high... but thank you for the meal! I really wanted to eat a lot of fish (sashimi, sushi), so I found this restaurant. I remembered how there used to be long lines on weekdays before the pandemic, so I had high expectations when I visited. I made a reservation for 12:45 on Saturday. The lunch buffet was 2,200 yen per person. The interior design showed that this place has been loved for a long time. There were also autographs of celebrities. However, if you are looking for delicious fish, I strongly recommend going to a slightly higher-end conveyor belt sushi restaurant for the same price. If you want to eat a lot, have rice, miso soup, and dessert, then this is the perfect place for you. The fish, unfortunately, was a bit disappointing. There were four types served at the same time: yellowfin tuna, mackerel, bonito, and seared salmon belly. The fish had some drippings, and the taste was just average. The seared salmon belly was probably the end piece and not sashimi. When the mackerel ran out, it was replaced with kingfish. Other showcases had salads, pickled herring, squid kimchi, soup, and rice. There were also simmered fish, fried chicken, and potato and meat stew. The almond jelly (oddly crumbly) and fruit punch were okay. Unfortunately, the seats at the back of the restaurant had a strong air freshener smell. It may have been due to the rainy weather, but if that smell in the back area wasn't there, the food might have been more enjoyable.

The owner of this restaurant, Kanchan, and I are connected through a certain group, so I made a reservation for 7:00 pm the next day after seeing each other at the meeting. A friend from Nagoya happened to book a hotel near the restaurant, so it was a coincidence. The famous tuna bowl, originally priced at 2,500 yen, was mistakenly advertised on TV by Kanchan as 1,800 yen, so it's definitely a great deal for the portion size. The restaurant is also famous as a filming location for "Hanzawa Naoki," and the dismantling show starting around 8:00 pm, followed by the auction, creates a lively atmosphere. Kanchan's storytelling skills shine during this time. Around 9:00 pm, his son takes over and holds a rock-paper-scissors tournament, generously giving out premium fatty tuna to winners, making it a great value for those who win. I will definitely continue to visit this restaurant in the future.

It has a warm atmosphere typical of a popular izakaya. With decorations for their 40th anniversary and autographs from famous people, I had high expectations knowing it's been a long-standing establishment. The fish dishes were all delicious and paired well with drinks. I happened to join the tuna cutting show on Friday and Saturday nights, and it was entertaining and fun. This is a place where you can fully enjoy the deliciousness of tuna.

I went to Taiko Chaya in Tokyo's Bakurocho, a popular restaurant that offers all-you-can-eat seafood for lunch by reservation only. The all-you-can-eat sashimi includes tuna, engawa, bonito tataki, salmon, negitoro, marinated tuna, along with chicken karaage, Matsumae pickles, mentaiko, tamagoyaki, salad, and more. The quality of the sashimi was not very high, but you could also eat raw eggs as much as you want. I dropped an egg in the middle of the seafood bowl and ate it, feeling completely full and ready to head to work in the afternoon.

Thank you for welcoming me even though I arrived right before closing time. I enjoyed two bowls without any problems because I eat quickly. The negitoro and red tuna were delicious. Now that I know the location, I will make sure to go with more time and a less hungry stomach next time.

The restaurant offers all-you-can-eat sashimi, where you pay before being seated. There were about 4 types of sashimi and plenty of side dishes with fish as the main focus. The sashimi was a bit fishy, but the simmered dishes were delicious. We arrived just after opening time and were seated right away. It was not crowded on a weekday, but there was a long line forming outside after we finished eating. It seems to be quite popular.

I made a reservation for lunch on my day off. The yellowtail daikon and white fish fry were delicious, but the sashimi was not very tasty, more like all-you-can-eat quality. It might be good for students who want to eat a lot. For me, if it costs 2000 yen, I would rather go to a standing sushi bar.

Before the lunch price increase on March 1st, they offered all-you-can-eat even on holidays. They distribute numbered tickets at 11:00, 12:10, and 13:20, and you can choose when you get the ticket. I think it's better to go around 10:30 to get the ticket, wait at a nearby cafe for about an hour and a half, and go for dinner instead of trying to eat as much as possible during lunchtime. The quality is better in the evening.

I finally visited the much-anticipated Taiko Sushi restaurant. For 1700 yen, you can enjoy a variety of sashimi, including yukke and marinated tuna, as well as other seafood dishes. The curry, fried chicken, and miso soup were also delicious! I fulfilled my dream of eating as much sashimi as I wanted! There were about 5 groups waiting in line when they opened on a weekday.

I visited the restaurant at 11 am on a regular day. In the past, you had to get a numbered ticket early in the morning, but now it has calmed down so I was able to enter right at opening time. The restaurant is located in a building along a main street, with a sign visible from the street and stairs leading down to the basement. The entrance to the restaurant in the basement has a lively atmosphere with lanterns decorating the area. Inside, there is a large single floor with only table seating, and the space between tables is narrow. They offer a buffet-style lunch with all-you-can-eat sashimi for 1700 yen. The price has increased significantly over the years, possibly due to inflation. The main sashimi selections include tuna, marinated tuna, bonito, yellowtail, and salmon, with the salmon being in small pieces. The yellowtail was fresh and large, providing a satisfying meal. Overall, the all-you-can-eat sashimi option is good for a special occasion or a challenge to eat as much as you can. The almond jelly dessert was also close to being a hit.

On Saturday, a little after 11 o'clock, two of us were able to enter without waiting in line. For 1,700 yen per person, we enjoyed all-you-can-eat sashimi, vegetables, dessert, curry, rice, and more. The main fish was so fresh that we didn't even need wasabi. The staff were friendly and greeted us for the new year, making the experience pleasant from start to finish. I personally appreciated the warm tea and broccoli! I will definitely be coming back!

I'm sorry, I'll just give a quick report on the year-end party. Don't do it! It's too late! I'm sorry, I'm not good at taking pictures. It was around 7000 yen with all-you-can-drink. First, we had blowfish sashimi, which had a great texture and was incredibly delicious! We quickly finished it in a fierce competition with the people at the same table. We also had blowfish milt, grilled dishes, sashimi, chawanmushi, and blowfish fry, and every time they came out, there was a fierce competition! The blowfish porridge at the end was so delicious that I forgot to take a picture because I was so focused on eating. There was also a rock-paper-scissors tournament at this restaurant, which was very exciting! It was a very lively year-end party!

I love the drama "Hanzawa Naoki" so much, and I've always wanted to come to this restaurant, which is a filming location for the show. Finally, I made it here!!! Oh, this place! I got super excited. Everything was delicious. The chef's lively dismantling show was fun. The whole restaurant had a sense of unity. The chef explains each part while dismantling the fish. Then there's an auction for each part, and the customers bid for them. In the end, the prepared dishes are delivered to the tables. It was so much fun, and I ended up bidding a lot. I tried the marrow from the tuna bone for the first time. It tasted like natural saltwater, and no seasoning was needed. The collagen was so delicious. Lastly, there was a rock-paper-scissors game with the young chef, and the prizes were all luxurious items. The atmosphere was lively with drumming and applause for the winners. It was a unique experience, not just about the delicious food. I would love to come back. It was a wonderful year-end party with my family.

This day was the wholesale market in Bakurocho. I had been planning to go for a while, so I thought I'd search for a delicious meal on the way back. This shop immediately caught my attention. It seemed like they offered all-you-can-eat tuna? So, I decided to make a reservation as it seemed interesting. The price with a reservation was 1,900 yen. Without a reservation, it's 1,700 yen, but there might be no seats available or you might need a numbered ticket. Also, it seems like this place is often used as a filming location for dramas. "Hanzawa Naoki" is particularly famous. I arrived a little before the scheduled time, but they let us in right away. It's located on the basement floor, and there were many autographs lined up on the stairs. There was also a gift from Sandwichman. The restaurant wasn't too crowded, but about half of the seats were taken. The time limit was 50 minutes. As soon as we sat down, we went to get our food. There were tuna, bonito, salmon, pickled fish, mentaiko, yellowtail with daikon radish, and fried chicken. This time, we aimed for the more expensive items. Although the freshness of the food wasn't particularly outstanding, we enjoyed it, so it was good.

Today, I went to "Maguro Tei" in Akihabara, but to my surprise, it was closed for the day. So I ended up walking to the top-ranked "Taiko Chaya" instead, which is closest to Asakusabashi station. In the past, this place used to have long lines due to TV exposure, and you needed to get a ticket distributed at 10 a.m. every morning in order to dine there. But now, on weekdays, it's quiet and you can walk in without any wait. I ordered the lunch buffet for 1,700 yen (tax included). The menu includes 8 types of sashimi, salad, appetizers, desserts, as well as white rice, vinegared rice, and miso soup. Although they added "minami maguro" to the menu, it wasn't as extensive as I had seen on TV. The vinegared rice was lacking, and aside from the sashimi, the content was cheap. It's not a good value for the price. I ended my meal with almond jelly and fruit punch, but overall, it was disappointing.