I visited during lunchtime on a regular day. I was able to enter smoothly without waiting. They serve Tonkatsu made from a rare brand of pork called Luibe pork, which is not widely available nationwide. I was curious and ordered the Luibe pork loin cutlet set meal. The meat was softer and sweeter than any Tonkatsu I have ever eaten before. Although the price is a bit high, I would definitely like to go again.

The newly opened tonkatsu restaurant at Yutenji! They only open for lunch! The tonkatsu meat is tender and delicious!! The curry is on the sweeter side and suitable for everyone. The service is friendly and nice, but since they are short-staffed, the operation seems a bit slow... It's recommended to go during less busy hours! Also, they operate in a space borrowed from a bar at night, so the cleanliness might be lacking a bit... I noticed some dirt on the seasoning containers and glasses. The taste is really delicious, so I hope they can improve their operation and cleanliness in the shop!!

Business hours: 11:00-14:45 (Last Order 14:00) Closed on irregular days (check on Instagram) Seating capacity: 29 seats (Counter 5 seats, Table 24 seats) [Menu] Trendy Tonkatsu Donburi (140g) for 1500 yen (excluding tax) On this day, I ordered the "Tonkatsu Donburi" with loin as I like fatty meat. The meat used is a domestic brand called "Fuji Duroc", and the portion is the same as a set meal at 140g. The meat and egg are topped with homemade sweet soy sauce. The rice is so deliciously soaked in the sauce that I had to switch from chopsticks to a spoon to finish it. GOEN offers a variety of menu options, but since it's run by one person, the wait time may vary depending on your order. So, relax and enjoy the wait.

Business hours: 11:00-14:45 (Last Order 14:00) Closed on irregular days Seating capacity: 29 seats (Counter 5 seats, Table 24 seats) [Menu] "Hunton Rice" 1600 yen (excluding tax) I visited "Sosaku Tonkatsu GOEN" again, intrigued by several menu items. I ordered the "Hunton Rice," a dish not commonly found in Tokyo. It consists of ketchup rice covered with creamy egg, topped with a "Head-on Shrimp Fry" and a thick "Horse Mackerel Fry." The horse mackerel is sourced from Nagasaki. The moist texture of the ketchup rice was just right, with a balanced acidity from the ketchup. Yesterday, there was only one staff member on the floor as it was the opening day, but from this day onwards, they are operating with a one-person team. Next time, I plan to try either the "Tonjiru Katsu Don" or the "Katsu Curry."

Business hours: 11:00-14:45 (Last order 14:00) Closed on irregular days Seating capacity: 29 seats (5 counter seats, 24 table seats) [Menu] Louisville pork thick-cut loin cutlet set (140g) 2200 yen (excluding tax) This is a review for "Torikawa Sebon," which operates during the daytime by renting space from another restaurant, "Torikawa." They had a soft opening on May 1st, 2023, and officially opened on May 2nd, 2023. I ordered the "Louisville pork thick-cut loin cutlet set," which is approximately 140g. The tonkatsu comes with original sauce, and there are two types of salt on the table, but mustard needs to be requested. The chef handles the cooking alone, while there is one staff member on the floor. They offer a variety of menu items, including katsu-don, katsu curry, and hamton rice. It's rare to see a tonkatsu restaurant operating within another establishment, but I am intrigued to try their katsu-don, katsu curry, and hamton rice on my next visit. Payment can be made with cash, credit cards, or transportation IC cards. They are in the process of applying for PayPay and d payment QR code settlements.

A new restaurant opened on Sugamo Station Street in May, but they only serve lunch.

I ordered the premium pork loin cutlet. I was surprised when I tasted it! The fat melted away smoothly and the meat just melted in my mouth! The special sauce that complemented the sweetness of the pork was also delicious. The meat had a rich flavor that could stand up to rock salt or mustard. Despite being short-staffed, the wait was not long and the service was attentive. The hardworking smile of the staff left a strong impression! I want to support this place! I usually don't like fatty cuts or greasy dishes, but this tonkatsu was completely different, with a light and refreshing taste! I give it 4 stars because I thought the prices were a bit high for a casual lunch.