July is Princess Rie's birthday month♪ When it comes to birthdays, we usually go for French or Italian cuisine, but this time we decided to try something different and went for tempura♪ So, we made a reservation for lunch at Tempura Yamanoshita Ginza with my husband. Located on the 13th floor of Ginza SIX, the view was amazing♪ This branch is located in the Yamanoshita Hotel, established in 1954 in Kanda Surugadai. We were looking forward to it as we had fallen in love with the taste of the main store. This time, we opted for the 18,000 yen course♪ The menu included shrimp, asparagus, lotus root, kiss fish, myoga, shiitake mushrooms, sweetfish, red eggplant, and a tempura rice bowl as the finale, with tempura tea for dessert. Although there wasn't a special birthday plate due to it being a tempura restaurant, they celebrated my birthday by presenting the first dish, chirimen-jako, in a sea bream container♪ We toasted with champagne right away♪ The course was simple, focusing on tempura, showcasing the chef's confidence. The thin batter provided a crispy texture, allowing us to enjoy the ingredients' natural flavors and textures. The shrimp's texture was excellent, and the differences in the crunchiness of asparagus and lotus root were delightful. The unique aroma of myoga added an interesting touch to the dish♪ The tempura rice bowl and tempura tea we ordered for the finish were both excellent choices. The cold tempura tea, with plenty of vinegar and citrus, was refreshing and had a lovely aroma. I recommend trying it during the summer months♪ The meal ended with delicious ice cream, and the attentive service and comfortable atmosphere made the experience even better. The fact that the chef was a young woman was inspiring, and I wish her all the best in the competitive culinary world. Overall, it was a satisfying and enjoyable birthday lunch♪

Tempura Sanno Ue Ginza "Special Tendon Goro" A long-established famous restaurant that has been walking alongside the opening of the Sanno Ue Hotel in Kanda Surugadai, founded in 1954 (Showa 29). "Tempura and Washoku Sanno Ue Honten," which has been preserving the standard of Edomae tempura, was the first tempura restaurant to open in a Tokyo hotel. Now its sister stores are located in Mitsukoshi Nihonbashi, Roppongi Tokyo Midtown, and on the 13th floor of GINZA SIX, as "Tempura Sanno Ue Ginza." The special tendon "Goro" can only be enjoyed in Ginza and Roppongi. If you are going to visit, I recommend Ginza. I made a reservation and visited. A special meal concept of "enjoying the best ingredients in the best vessel." Rice is served in a specially requested extra-large lacquer bowl from Ishikawa Prefecture, and carefully selected premium seasonal ingredients are fried and generously served in the "Special Tendon Goro," which includes 2 live prawns, 3 seafood items, 5 vegetables, red miso soup, and pickles. As an appetizer, tempura of shrimp heads and dried young sardines are served. The shrimp heads are seasoned, so you can enjoy them as they are, delicious! Soon after, the main ingredients make their appearance. You can enjoy the tendon with salt at first, and then sprinkle the tendon sauce over the entire bowl. Today's 3 seafood items are sand borer, conger eel, and beltfish, and the 5 vegetables are asparagus, lotus root, black maiitake mushroom, ginkgo nuts, and eggplant. Each ingredient is thickly cut and cooked perfectly, incredibly delicious, and when combined with the rice and tendon sauce, it's amazing! The red miso soup with clams and pickles are also top-notch. Overall, it's a great restaurant with a great location. It was very delicious, thank you for the feast!

I asked a friend what they wanted to eat for their birthday, and they said "Tempura maybe?" So I decided to visit the famous Tempura Yamanoue, located inside Ginza Six. Here's what we ate: - Seasonal Omakase Course: ¥22,000 Seasonal appetizer, 2 live prawns, 3 seafood dishes, 6 vegetable dishes, shrimp, small pillar, and trefoil tempura (tempura rice bowl or tempura tea or tempura mix), red miso soup or clear soup, rice, pickles, homemade sherbet - Additional tempura: ginkgo nuts, shiitake mushrooms, pumpkin, corn The first dish, called Ume Chirimen Sansho Nii, was a popular item at the restaurant. It was served to us when we mentioned it was my friend's birthday, but unfortunately, it was taken away before we could finish it. - Appetizer: A refreshing dish with onions, eggplant, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and asparagus in delicious broth. - Live Prawns: Fresh and tasty, you can eat both the head and body separately. - Myoga: Myoga tempura with summer vegetables. - Ainame: Whitefish with a hint of Sansho pepper. - Small Ayu: Small sweetfish with a strong bitter taste. - Onion: Small and sweet onions. - Shishito Pepper: Shishito pepper tempura. - Asparagus: Thick and crunchy asparagus. - Anago: Soft and boneless conger eel. - Ginkgo Nuts: A firm and green ginkgo nut. - Shiitake Mushroom: Large and satisfying shiitake mushroom. - Pumpkin: Thick and tender pumpkin. - Corn: Corn tempura with individual kernels. - Tempura Rice Bowl or Tempura Tea: A choice between the two as the course's finale. - Dessert: Pineapple sherbet made from a special variety of pineapple. The chef was friendly, and the tempura was crispy and delicious. I look forward to trying their sweet potato tempura next time. Thank you for the wonderful meal!

I visited on Saturday afternoon with a reservation. It was a small celebration for my birthday with my companion. I made the reservation myself. All the tempura was fried crispy and not greasy, so it was very delicious. We mostly enjoyed it with salt rather than tempura sauce. The shrimp heads, corn, large okra, and myoga were particularly impressive. Summer vegetables are in season now. The restaurant was also clean and had a sense of cleanliness, and the service was impeccable. Overall, it was a high-level, excellent restaurant. Thank you for the meal.

I visited Tempura Yamanoue Ginza located at GINZA SIX 13F in Chuo-ku, Tokyo 6-10-1. As a country person from Kumamoto, it's quite overwhelming to be in Ginza with all these huge buildings around! The restaurant is inside the famous Ginza Six and exudes luxury in every aspect. The interior offers window-side seats with a great view, table seating, and counter seating. I started with a glass of draft beer priced at 1600 yen! For tempura, I had prawn, rockfish, mixed tempura, conger eel, shiitake mushroom, black maiitake mushroom, fresh sea urchin, and abalone. The conger eel was a bit thin, so it lacked the fluffy texture. The sea urchin, although imported, had no fishy smell. The prawn was quite small. The rockfish had a delicate flavor and was very enjoyable. The juicy shiitake mushroom paired perfectly with highball. As expected in Ginza, the tempura meal cost over 20,000 yen! Thank you for the delicious meal!

I felt like eating tempura, so I searched and made a reservation here on the third try. There were three courses available for 18,000 yen, 22,000 yen, and 28,000 yen, so I chose the 22,000 yen course and decided to add some extra items. The price included tax and service charge, so I thought it was quite reasonable for a well-known traditional restaurant. However, it ended up being double the price. The pricing for alcohol was quite high, with wines and spirits ranging from 3,000 yen to 5,000 yen per glass. Bottles were even 1.5 times more expensive than at my usual Chinese restaurant. I heard they used to offer wine pairings, but they no longer do as the sommelier has left. I didn't receive a detailed receipt, so it's possible that the additional items were expensive, or maybe I just ordered too much alcohol. The tempura was delicious, but nothing extraordinary. The service was average, with some staff members seeming like part-timers. When leaving, if there's no feeling of "that was delicious" or "that was fun," my satisfaction level drops, making me feel like the price was too high. It's been a few days, but I can't shake the feeling of wondering what I actually paid for. The items I had were: - Junsai - Shrimp x2 - Lotus root - Sea urchin (additional) - Green bean wrapped in bacon - Beltfish - Mushroom - Conger eel - Asparagus - Eggplant - Corn (additional) - Tempura tea - Citrus ice cream

I used it for a meal with a customer. Even without being told that the ingredients and oil are good, the message came through clearly, and my expectations were skyrocketing even before eating, but everything exceeded them. The most shocking thing was the tempura wrapped in shiso leaves with green beans. I never thought there would be a day when eating green beans would be so delicious! If I have the chance, I would like to go again!

Located in GINZA SIX in Ginza, Tokyo, Yamanoue is a famous tempura restaurant. This time, I reserved the 22,000 yen course, which included shrimp, myoga, shiitake mushrooms, young ayu fish, lotus root, tilefish, asparagus, white asparagus, swordfish, eggplant, sweet potato (additional), tempura rice bowl, and dessert. The tempura was very crispy and delicious, and I felt like I could eat as many pieces as I wanted. However, it was disappointing that sweet potato was not included in the course. The restaurant has a casual atmosphere and doesn't seem suitable for business entertainment. I dined at the counter, which was a bit lively and not very calming. It seems they prioritize creating an approachable atmosphere, especially since it's located in a commercial facility.

Established in 1954, Yamano Hotel located in Ochanomizu, Tokyo is a long-standing traditional hotel that was the first in Tokyo to introduce tempura. Along with Yamano Hotel, "Tempura Yamano" has been loved by many, and now you can enjoy it in Ginza as well. I recently visited and tried the "Kaede" course for 18,000 yen, which includes a seasonal appetizer, two fish dishes, nine types of seasonal vegetables, tempura of shrimp, and dessert. The tempura, fried in 100% premium sesame oil, is crispy for seafood fried at high temperatures and crunchy for vegetables fried at low temperatures. Although the price is high, it is definitely worth a visit to experience the traditional flavors beloved by many literary figures. Thank you for the delicious meal!

Ordering omakase is recommended. The tempura is very light and easy to eat. The uni tempura is a must-try! I think it's the best tempura in Japan. The mini-sized tendon for the finishing touch was just right, and the shrimp was plump and delicious. It's always crowded with tourists, and it seems to be difficult to make a reservation lately.

I left it to the chef's choice "Tsubaki" for 20,000 yen. As expected of a prestigious establishment, the tempura was light and didn't upset my stomach. The drink selection was plentiful and the prices were not too high. However, the highball had a small glass with a lot of ice, giving it a sense of being overpriced. The service was generally good. Each vegetable dish was delicious and memorable. The final tempura tea had an abundance of shrimp and was delicious. The restaurant was spacious and comfortable. The bill came out to 52,000 yen for two people, which was just right.

I made a reservation for the course with eight dishes, and also added sweet potatoes. The restaurant is spacious and relaxing, but the staff standing around made it feel a bit unsettling. The course included a variety of dishes, including the eight dishes and tempura, with a focus on quality. The tuna sashimi was delicious, and the portions were generous. The tempura had a traditional feel to it, with a satisfyingly large size for each piece. At first, there was a pleasant sesame oil aroma, but as the course progressed and additional orders were placed, the aroma faded. While not the trendy thin batter tempura, if you're looking for delicious traditional tempura, this place will leave you feeling satisfied. The sea bream had a crispy scale and was very tasty, and the black maiitake mushroom sprouts had a lovely aroma and were delicious. They charge a service fee, and you have to specifically ask for grated daikon and salt, which is a bit disappointing compared to other tempura restaurants. This place might be good for a large group looking to enjoy tempura.

Yes, I will post a review going back about six months. I'm sorry m(__)m I always make it a point to have a feast on Christmas, so I was wondering what to do in 2022... and decided to go for a tempura course of my favorite food instead of French or Italian cuisine! There were several tempura restaurants that I had been interested in, but among them, I was most curious about the tempura restaurant run by Yamano-ue Hotel. I often go to GINZA SIX area, but there are many expensive restaurants inside SIX, so I entered for the first time. I reserved the course "Omakase (Ha)" for 22,000 yen per person. I love tempura, and since it was Christmas, I booked the best course ✨ Tempura was served in the order of the course... two prawns, ginkgo nuts, white fish wrapped in shiso leaves, lotus root, eggplant (I love eggplant tempura so much that I foolishly ate it all before taking a picture, I'm an idiot), oysters, mushrooms, sea urchin wrapped in shiso leaves, sweet potatoes, scallops, asparagus, and conger eel. Everything was delicious, but what left a lasting impression was the white fish wrapped in shiso leaves and sweet potatoes. The fluffy white fish and crispy shiso leaves melted in the mouth, delicately fleeting but delicious! I had only eaten sweet potatoes in New Year's simmered dishes before, but the strong flavor and sweetness were well utilized, making it fluffy and with a sweet potato-like dessert feel. Finally, you can have red miso soup, pickles, and tempura in a tempura bowl, tempura tea, or tempura rice bowl. On this day, I had tempura tea, and my mother had tempura rice bowl. Courses tend to fill you up, so I tend to choose the light tempura tea. After the meal, we also had Japanese-style ice cream. It was matcha or roasted green tea flavor that day. My mother and I each ordered one. By the way, even though we had so much tempura, we ended up ordering Maru-ju (sweet potato) in the middle... our gluttonous side. This Maru-ju was surprisingly huge! The waiter said it's big, so it will take some time, but it was really huge! When you sprinkle a little brandy on it, the aroma is good, and the simple sweet taste is well brought out. It's practically an adult dessert. A while ago, when I went to Yoko-ten in Azabu-Juban (I'm sorry for not writing a review), the dishes were served at an incredible speed, so even though the food was delicious, I couldn't fully enjoy it and was a little disappointed. However, here, with the relaxed and attentive service and the exquisite timing of the dish presentation, I was able to enjoy the seasonal ingredients in the best tempura at a leisurely pace, so I was really grateful! It was so delicious at the Ginza branch that I thought I would like to try it at the main store of Yamano-ue Hotel next time! ✨

In late November, on a Saturday, I visited a restaurant in Osaka after a business trip. I had a meal with my business partner. This restaurant is located on the 13th floor of GINZA SIX. The main store is located in Yamano Hotel in Ochanomizu, and this is one of their branch stores. They also have branches in Roppongi and Nihonbashi. On this day, I ordered the lunch course "Chef's Choice (Type I)" for 10,000 yen. I started with a draft beer, and the dishes included: dried tiny fish, live tiger prawns (2 pieces), tempura with various seafood (conger eel, whitefish with shiso leaf, conger eel), vegetables (ginkgo nuts, eggplant, lotus root, asparagus), red miso soup, rice, pickles, and ice cream. The tempura was delicious, light and not greasy. We drank quite a bit, so the total bill came to 51,000 yen. The cost for three people was 17,000 yen per person. The drink prices were high! Will I visit again?

There is a counter and table seats in this clean restaurant. Many couples were seen at the counter, probably due to its location. The food is delicious, with a crispy texture, but the prices are not very cost-effective since it is located in the heart of Ginza. Despite that, I still want to go back.

Nowadays, the high-class tempura restaurant "Tempura Yamanoue" has branches popping up everywhere. It's like the Hasebe of the tempura world. Our restaurant is a branch of "Tempura Yamanoue" located in the Yamanoue Hotel in Kanda Surugadai. The relatively new branch in Ginza Six is known for its convenient location in the heart of Ginza, warm wooden interior, and modern facilities. The clean and inviting atmosphere is popular among female customers. One of the highlights here is the wooden refrigerators! The seasonal omakase Tsubaki (20,000 yen) offers a balanced selection of shrimp, seafood, and vegetables. It includes seasonal small dishes, live prawn (2 pieces), seafood (3 items), vegetables (6 items), shrimp, small dried fish, and trefoil tempura (served with rice, red miso soup, and pickles), and homemade sherbet. However, the highly recommended dish here is the "sweet potato tempura"! The tower-like sweet potato tempura is carefully cooked for 50 minutes to bring out its sweetness using the "steaming" technique. Drizzled with brandy, the adult flavor is unique to Ginza tempura.

Edo-style tempura is commonly enjoyed with a thick dipping sauce. The seasonal mixed tempura rice bowl I had here was surprisingly light and refreshing, unlike anything I've had before. The tempura was fried perfectly, making it a high-quality dish overall.

Tempura restaurant inside Ginza Six. I was invited by my wife to come here. It's been a while since I've been to Ginza, so as a country bumpkin, I feel a bit nervous (laughs). Now, inside the restaurant. The atmosphere is normal, it's in a building so it can't be helped. But the service staff are attentive, so I feel reassured! I sit down and order a drink. The prices are quite high! I'm surprised as a country bumpkin. But this is Ginza, so maybe it's normal. Next is the food. I love tempura, so it tastes delicious as usual. The ingredients are good, so the aroma is also very nice. It's probably Edo-style tempura, but it seems to have elements of Kansai tempura as well. I like it normally. I would have been happier if I could have felt a bit more uniqueness from it. But since it's my first visit, I'm satisfied. I would like to come back to this restaurant when I eat in Ginza again. Thank you for the meal!

In 1954, along with the founding of the Yamano Hotel in Ochanomizu, a tempura restaurant called Ginza Six opened. Access to the 13th floor of Ginza Six can be a bit tricky, but once you get there, you'll find a well-established tempura restaurant. The seasonal appetizer included mushrooms, chrysanthemum, and komatsuna. The tempura started with crispy prawn heads followed by eggplant and ginkgo nuts. The meal continued with various tempura dishes like sandfish, black maiko mushrooms, corn fritters, and more. The tempura was served with a selection of dipping sauces and condiments like grated daikon radish. The meal ended with a refreshing pear sorbet dessert. Overall, the tempura was delicious and the experience at the restaurant was enjoyable.

I received a recommendation for a tempura restaurant. Despite the typhoon, the place was crowded with customers. I visited for lunch, but it was fully booked except for reservations. I was hungry, so I ended up ordering a higher course than originally planned. It started with shrimp and ended with anago, all hot and delicious. The aroma of black mushrooms and lotus roots was wonderful, and the swordfish and sandfish were tender. The tempura rice bowl at the end was filled with plump shrimp. Of course, it went well with beer. Despite the typhoon, it was a great meal. Thank you for the feast.

Located on top of the Yamanosuke Hotel in Ochanomizu, this renowned tempura restaurant gained fame during the post-war occupation period when it served as a military base for the occupying forces. Known for producing many top Tokyo restaurants, the main branch now operates four locations, all serving delicious tempura. One of these locations is in Ginza, on the 13th floor of Ginza SIX. The omakase course, Tsubaki, priced at 25,000 yen, offers a variety of delicacies such as squid salad, snapper with sake lees, salmon, and more. The tempura is light and crispy, showcasing the ingredients' flavors perfectly. The tempura vegetables are a standout feature of Yamano Ue. The young ayu tempura, with its slight bitterness, was particularly delicious. The well-balanced tempura dishes were truly exceptional.