I'm so hungry at lunchtime, so I searched on Tabelog and found a nice looking restaurant nearby. They were selling vegetables in front of the store. Inside, it had a calm café-like atmosphere. I sat at a table and wondered what to order! Today's lunch menu on June 6th was... - A Lunch, Pork Ginger Stir Fry 1000 yen - B Lunch, Meat Juicy Udon with Thick Noodles 935 yen The delicious Pork Ginger Stir Fry had a strong ginger flavor! It was so tasty that I couldn't stop eating. The rice was delicious too! The miso soup, pickles, and sautéed burdock were all good! The thick noodles had a chewy texture and were delicious. I enjoyed an iced coffee after the meal. It was so delicious! Thank you for the meal!

Musashimurayama Udon Nikujiru Udon 300g (pickles, Kobayashi included) for 1200 yen. Located a little towards Koenji from Asagaya Station, this place with "cafe" in its name is popular for lunch during lunch hours. I was intrigued by their homemade Musashino Udon. Upon closer inspection, it is called "Musashimurayama Udon." You can choose the thickness of the udon, the type of dipping sauce, and the amount. I opted for the thickest option with simple meat broth. The warm meat broth was served as a topping, not as a dipping sauce. It contained thick, flat udon noodles and pieces of meat. The udon noodles were flat, chewy, and had a firm texture reminiscent of kishimen.

I visited for lunch! A set meal for ¥950 with a choice of grilled fish, either salmon or mackerel. Due to a recent shortage of mackerel, the price for the mackerel set meal is either ¥950 on 4/1 or ¥1200 on 2/1! This time, I chose the salmon set meal for ¥950, which came with two side dishes, pickles, miso soup, and rice. The thick and fatty salmon was delicious! The side dish, possibly made with taro sprouts, was also tasty. The miso soup was filling with plenty of ingredients. Overall, it was a delicious and satisfying set meal.

The Three-Element Pork Thick Cut Tonkatsu Set Meal (with pickles, miso soup, and 2 side dishes) for 1300 yen is a popular lunch spot a little past Asagaya Station towards Koenji. Despite being called a cafe, this place is known for its lunch menu. I was intrigued by their homemade Musashino udon, but this time I went for the thick cut tonkatsu. The tonkatsu, fried to a crispy perfection, is thick and slightly pink inside. When you bite into it, sweet fat and meat juices ooze out. The various side dishes and ample vegetables are a delightful accompaniment to the fried dish.

I ordered the following during my visit in the afternoon of November 2021: - Pizza Toast [715 yen] - Yazetto Blend [660 yen] [Pizza Toast] Lots of cheese. The saltiness of the olives is nice. It comes with a side salad, which is great. [Yazetto Blend] Rich and delicious. A bit on the pricey side.

I visited a cafe near Asagaya Station's north exit during the day. The cafe, called Uzagiya, is located about a 5-minute walk from the station. The street in front of the cafe is narrow but cars pass by regularly. The cafe was about 70% full when I arrived, so I sat at a table by the left wall. There was a waiting area in the cafe, which seemed convenient for customers who arrive later. I ordered the oyakodon for 850 yen (excluding tax), which came with a side dish, pickles, and miso soup. There were also various udon dishes on the menu. The oyakodon arrived fairly quickly, but the portion looked a bit small, possibly due to the bowl it was served in. The homemade taste of the oyakodon was slightly bland but still quite delicious. It was a comforting dish. Thank you for the meal.

I had a Western breakfast last time, so this time I opted for a Japanese breakfast (650 yen). I chose salmon or mackerel for the fish, and I went with salmon. The breakfast included a large grilled salmon, 2 pieces of rolled omelette, homemade pickles, unlimited white rice, and miso soup with tofu and Nameko mushrooms. The miso soup was a bit on the salty side. The salmon was nicely seasoned and moist. The rolled omelette had a slightly salty taste compared to Kansai-style. The pickles were not traditional pickled vegetables but rather made with koji or lactic acid bacteria, which was tasty. It seems that the Japanese breakfast costs a bit more compared to the Western one. I paid 650 yen at the table. Thank you for the meal.

Along the Chuo Line, residents of Asagaya are early risers! I visited KEGON cafe in 2013, which had been around for over 40 years, but it seems to have closed down. I remember the elderly locals lining up before opening hours, eagerly waiting for the cafe to open. I was curious about where those people were spending their mornings now, and it turns out they have found a new spot at this cafe. From Asagaya Station East Exit, walk along the stone-paved shopping street on the east side of the tracks. Pass by Gion cafe with swing seats, then confirm that a dentist has taken over the KEGON location, and continue down the road to find Yazette on the right. Next to it is a coin laundry. I visited around 7:20 am, just shortly after they opened, and was surprised to see 9 people already enjoying breakfast. It felt like the same people from 7 years ago at KEGON had moved here! The clientele is on the older side, which is probably why this cafe hasn't been widely shared online. It seems like they rely on Hitosara for their online presence. The owner is Miyuki Fujimaki, and the chef is Shigeru Nakano. Nakano, a former high school teacher, uses ingredients from his family's farm and his cooking skills are top-notch. He used to be a table tennis club advisor, and Fujimaki was one of his students. After Nakano retired, they started this cafe together. They offer two types of morning sets, A and B, both for 650 yen. I ordered the A set. I got permission to take photos. Classic BGM played softly in the background. Soon, soup and salad arrived. The tomato soup was rich with mushrooms and vegetables, and the salad had greens, cherry tomatoes, boiled eggs, and Italian dressing. The soup had a perfect balance of tomato sweetness and acidity, with plenty of chopped ingredients to warm you up from the inside. The salad was generous and the slightly tangy dressing brought out the flavor of the vegetables. Hot coffee and buttered toast followed. The coffee was a medium roast with a mild bitterness, easy to drink. Spread the melting butter, add berry jam on the toasty bread. The jam's balance of sweetness and acidity was delightful. It was a wonderful breakfast. When I reached for my medicine, they discreetly brought me hot water. This cafe is a hidden gem that you'd want to visit often if it were nearby.

Lunch with lots of vegetables. Pork ginger, thick pork cutlet, katsudon, and oyakodon are all delicious! My husband also loves this restaurant.