The other day, I had tonkatsu at a different restaurant and it wasn't quite satisfying, so I had to come back to my favorite place here. I ordered the 180g fillet katsu for 3200 yen, while my partner had the 250g black pork loin katsu for 3500 yen. We also had refills of cabbage, clam soup, tonjiru (pork miso soup), and rice. The clam soup with red miso and the tonjiru with white miso are both recommended. The cabbage and four types of pickles are served first, all delicious but I particularly liked the Yamagata dashi and onion sweet vinegar pickle. The tonkatsu comes with condiments, so we enjoyed it with salt and condiments like grated daikon radish, myoga ginger, and green onions. The tonkatsu here is different from others, definitely delicious. We also tried the minced meat cutlet (pork and beef with ginger) for 420 yen, a refreshing and tasty summer menu item. We were surprised by the sweetness of the black pork loin katsu when enjoyed with plenty of sauce and mustard. It was so delicious that we decided to order it next time. The tonkatsu here is prepared by the top selected fryer from the Wako Group, which makes it stand out. I enjoy eating at the counter. I will definitely visit again soon to prevent summer fatigue. Thank you for the meal!

Stable taste. This restaurant is located on the 7th floor of Shinjuku Isetan. It is easy to access from Shinjuku-sanchome Station, making it convenient to visit regardless of the weather. I love the pork cutlet, and on this day, I splurged on the stick pork cutlet. It was surprisingly moist and juicy. I initially tried it with salt, but personally, I found it most delicious when topped with grated wasabi, myoga, and shiso, and dipped in soy sauce. This way brings out the quality of the meat. You can choose between miso soup and clam soup for the soup, and refills are free. Even if you choose miso soup, you can still get refills of clam soup, and vice versa. The staff encourages you to have more, so you can enjoy refills comfortably. Additionally, you can have unlimited refills of appetizers, rice, cabbage, and tea (green tea or roasted green tea). The appetizer set changes depending on the season. On this day, it included refreshing lemon-marinated onions, wasabi kelp, and crunchy pickled radish. Be careful, as the rice is so delicious that you may end up eating a lot. The cabbage dressing options were yuzu dressing and sesame dressing. The person I went with ordered the pork loin cutlet, which was also delicious and tender. There was a choice between tender pork and black pork, and personally, I found the tender pork more delicious. The black pork had a strong meaty aroma, so it's a matter of preference. Considering the price, it is reasonable.

When I came to Isetan for shopping, there was always a long line at this store. Today, around 4:30 PM, there were about 5 groups waiting. I waited for about 30 minutes and finally got inside the store. I ordered the pair set for 5,500 yen. The staff were very polite, which left a good impression on me. I wonder why every store in Isetan is always crowded... Thank you for the meal.

I went to Shinjuku Isetan to buy a birthday present for my husband ⭐︎ Since I didn't feel like searching for a lunch spot, I decided to eat at a restaurant inside Isetan. I was considering Imahan, but didn't want to spend too much time on lunch, so I opted for Wako, which is available at Ion or Cocoon near my home. I thought it was a bit of a waste to come all the way to Shinjuku and eat at a tonkatsu restaurant near my house, but when I arrived 20 minutes early, there was already a line... Why do restaurants in department stores have such early lines? I knew it, so I came early, but there were about 5 groups ahead of me. To my surprise, the restaurant was not Wako, but Takumi-an. Huh? Isn't it just a regular Wako that you can find at Ion or other places? I was a little excited because I had the feeling of coming to Shinjuku to eat at a tonkatsu restaurant near my home. It exuded a sense of luxury! The prices were about double (lol) I felt a bit conflicted because I could have eaten cheaper near my home, but I was satisfied with the food after actually eating it. There were 5 types of pickles, rice, cabbage, and clam soup or pork soup with free refills. And grated radish was also included. Refills of rice, cabbage, and clam soup are a standard at Wako, but here, even pickles and pork soup were included! The pork soup even had meat in it. It was probably made using leftover pieces of meat. I had researched the menu and what to feed my children, but the menu was completely different from what I had seen (lol) and of course, the prices were different too (lol) There was only one choice for the kids' set. The only choice was 950 yen. On the website, it was the same content for 780 yen, the Shinjuku price (lol) I had the Wako pork loin cutlet set for 2,700 yen, and my husband had the Kagoshima black pork loin cutlet set for 3,500 yen. Even though I had advised him not to order the expensive meat, he wanted to try the expensive one, so we ended up sharing and eating, and as expected, the Wako pork loin cutlet was more delicious... (lol) I also had the Kagoshima black pork loin cutlet, but I felt that the Wako pork loin cutlet was tastier. The black pork one was soft and had a chewy texture, and didn't have much of a good pork smell... It felt like it was definitely high-class. The Wako pork loin cutlet was really delicious ⭐︎ Both were 120g as we had ordered, but there was more volume than I expected. The prices were reasonable, and being able to choose pork soup and the fact that pickles were free refills made me really excited. In the end, it was a satisfying lunch ^ ^ My second son ate the tempura crust, rice, jelly, and snacks and was satisfied. (lol) The kids' bite-sized cutlet was hard... it must be the usual Wako cutlet (lol)

This is my first time using Takumi-an and I found out that they are only available at Isetan Shinjuku store. Their concept is "Enjoying high-quality tonkatsu in a luxurious space." The pair set costs 5500 yen and includes: - Wagyu mochibuta katsu (1 piece) - Hirakatsu (1 piece) - Ebi fry (2 pieces) - Wagyu menchikatsu with cheese (1 piece) - Sasamikatsu - Takumi-an special chawanmushi (2 pieces) - Your choice of drink (2) - Dessert (2) You can choose between tonjiru and shijimi soup for miso soup, and matcha or vanilla ice cream for dessert. You can also enjoy all-you-can-eat cabbage, rice, and oshinko. They offer complimentary green tea with the meal and hojicha after the meal. The service is excellent and the cost performance is great.

I often go to eat tonkatsu in Shinjuku. The pair set is a good deal. It includes a piece of fillet cutlet, shrimp fry, cheese wrapped in chicken, minced cutlet, chawanmushi, lots of pickles, wasabi, cabbage, miso soup (or clam soup), tartar sauce, drink (including draft beer), and dessert, all for 5500 yen for two people. You can have unlimited rice, cabbage, and pickles, and after finishing dessert, they clean up the dishes, wipe the table, and serve hojicha and hot towels. The fried assortment is always crispy and delicious, and having lots of pickles is also nice. I always end up eating a lot of rice. Other set meals can cost around 3000 yen just for that, so the pair set feels like a good deal. The staff are also very kind.

The atmosphere inside the restaurant is calm, with a live kitchen visible from the counter seats creating a luxurious and special feeling. I ordered the Maruta Hirekatsu Zen (180g) and the Rosukatsu Zen (150g). The pickled vegetables, including turnips, komatsuna, yam, and kelp, were delicious. The grated daikon with wasabi, as well as the garnishes of green onions, myoga, and shiso, provided unique flavors. I chose the clam soup over the pork miso soup, and it had a rich and comforting taste. The staff's customer service was excellent, with friendly smiles and thoughtful care. I would love to visit this restaurant again and bring someone along.

My friend took me to this restaurant during lunch time because they said it was delicious. Unfortunately, they were sold out of the signature pork rib roast that day. I ordered a bottle of beer first and after some time, they brought out a delightful appetizer that went perfectly with the alcohol. If they had brought it out sooner, I would have ordered more drinks. I chose the black pork loin cutlet set meal. I enjoyed it with the powdered salt and hot mustard on the table, and the cooking and flavor of the meat were just to my liking. The staff here also showed great attention to detail and warmth.

In the Kabukicho area, the best place for a calm meal is inside Isetan department store with no disappointments. We carefully considered the restaurants on the floor and my companion chose the tonkatsu here. The deciding factor was the special atmosphere of Takumi-an. The restaurant has a stylish and clean appearance, with spacious seating. The staff are attentive and make you feel well taken care of. We ordered the rosu katsu and kurobuta hire katsu. Both were delicious, but didn't have a particularly special feeling. It was a comforting and tasty tonkatsu experience at Wako. Thank you for the meal!

The welcome and seating guidance at the entrance in January 2022 was smooth. The greeting of "irasshaimase" was natural and not overly loud. When I finished looking at the menu and was ready to order, the staff had already noticed and nodded before coming to the table. I ordered the "Kagoshima Kurobuta pork loin katsu and one-bite fin katsu set meal" for 3,450 yen. Shortly after ordering, another staff member provided grated daikon radish, pickles, and cabbage, with a clear and polite explanation. When I finished the cabbage before the katsu arrived, they quickly approached to offer a refill. After the meal, they served complimentary hojicha tea. The service was attentive and pleasant. The only downside was the taste of the katsu. The breading was too thick, making it difficult to taste the meat. The meat was also too thin compared to the amount of breading. To avoid complaints about the difference from the menu photos, it would be better to make the meat a bit thicker. Many people like tonkatsu, but that doesn't mean they like breadcrumbs. Breadcrumbs should be a support to keep the pork juicy, not the main focus. It should be kept to a minimum. Inflating the appearance with breadcrumbs will only disappoint when eaten. Since this restaurant has such good service, it might be worth raising the price slightly to improve the quality of the tonkatsu. The customer base may change, but I don't think the number of customers will decrease.

I felt like eating rice and ended up here because I wanted to eat meat, and I wanted some fried food for a change! It seems a bit more high-end than Wako. I didn't know that. There was a strange question like "Would you like salad or cabbage as a side dish?" in the reviews. I also thought, Salad?? What's that? I ended up choosing salad. I ordered the Hirekatsu set meal which came with Ebi Fry. The interior of the restaurant is clean and has a calm atmosphere. I had to wait for about 15 minutes. Let's start with the meat. Hmm. It's similar to the regular Wako. It's crispy but I wish there was more meaty texture. I couldn't feel the juiciness of the meat. I wanted more meatiness. The shrimp was good. I could taste the firmness of the meat, quite delicious. The rice and miso soup were also tasty but overall, it's not a high rating. It's delicious but slightly lacking in flavor. However, the fact that they serve hojicha at the end and you can enjoy your meal slowly is nice. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

Delicious! The pickles, red miso soup with clams, and fluffy cabbage were just right. The tonkatsu with aguu and black pork had a subtle sweetness and the fried horse mackerel was delicious. The shaved ice was a new sensation, regardless of the taste. It was a fun experience. The staff were attentive even though we were seated at the corner of the large restaurant. Thank you very much!

On September 10, we revisited a restaurant where we had a bad experience before. My wife suggested, "Maybe we should order something other than the lunch menu," so we decided to give it another try. Unfortunately, it was another disappointment. The vegetables were bland, which was quite disappointing. My wife had a bite of the pork cutlet and found it to be overpriced. As for my three-color fried dish, it was also a letdown. The pork cutlet, shrimp fry, and minced cutlet were all mostly batter, and the oil was too heavy. It's not just that it was expensive and not delicious, but it was simply "expensive and bad." I don't think we'll be coming back here. I believe the regular Washoku restaurant would be a much better choice. We consumed quite a lot of unnecessary calories. What a shame.

7th floor restaurant area of Shinjuku Isetan. After a busy time, I finally decided on this restaurant. The restaurant specializes in tonkatsu that Isetan has put a lot of effort into, focusing on ingredients and cooking methods. Visited on a weekday at 1:00 pm with around 10 external customers. Seated at the counter 15 minutes later. Ordered the "Three-color Assorted Set Meal (1830 yen)" from the lunch menu. Choices of salad or shredded cabbage with free refills, and a choice between miso soup or clam soup. Started with a few types of pickles, with my favorite being the wasabi seaweed. Main dish, rice, and soup arrived a few minutes later. The fried items had a coarse coating but weren't too oily. The seasoning options included rock salt, sauce, and soy sauce from Kochi, and I particularly enjoyed the combination of grated daikon radish with Kochi soy sauce. The ingredients and miso soup were average, but the rice was delicious with a glossy texture and firmness. Overall, it is considered a high-end restaurant in the tonkatsu world, with a nice atmosphere and attentive service. The menu also includes Tokyo X and Kagoshima black pork. While I may get scolded for saying this during lunch, when compared to other famous tonkatsu specialty restaurants like Narikura, it falls a bit short. However, it's a good place to enjoy a relaxed meal.

On February 26, I revisited Isetan for another event and ended up going out. For lunch, we were tired of soba and decided to go for tonkatsu somewhat reluctantly. As soon as we entered, we ordered beer and looked at the menu to decide. Wow, the prices are quite high. I chose the "One-bite fillet cutlet set" and the loin cutlet set from the lunch menu. Then a female staff member asked, "Would you like salad or cabbage as a side dish?" It was a slightly confusing question. When I asked for more details, I found out that you can have seconds of cabbage, but not salad. Also, we had to order the same thing for both of us. Knowing that it would be pointless to have seconds of cabbage at Wako, I decided to go with the salad. What came out was what you see in the picture. There was a little lettuce laid out, with a token amount of paprika on top. This is almost the same as cabbage, so I started eating with my enthusiasm somewhat diminished. The tonkatsu was served shortly after. I wasn't expecting much, but this is not good. The loin cutlet set had a disproportionately large coating and thin meat. I'm giving a fair score considering that this is a department store restaurant in Nakano, but I can only give it the score based on the actual experience. If this wasn't in a department store, it would have received an even lower rating. I have a vivid memory of Wako being a real treat when I was a new salaryman. I felt a bit disappointed this time. And it's quite expensive. Even though my sense of money has changed since my last visit and I don't mind paying a bit more, this place was just expensive. I won't be revisiting. It's a shame. Thank you for the meal.

I visited a high-end tonkatsu restaurant "Wako" on a Monday at 6 pm and there were about 6 groups of customers. The restaurant is known for using freshly shaved breadcrumbs right before frying, resulting in a crispy texture. I tried the Tokyo X Pork Loin Set for 3,980 yen, which is a brand that combines three different types of breeds developed by Tokyo. The appetizer salad was served with sesame dressing and soy sauce dressing, allowing me to enjoy different flavors. The service was very generous, as they promptly offered refills. The thick and crispy coating made a satisfying crunch, blending perfectly with the meat. As I continued eating, the deliciousness of the breadcrumbs stood out. The quality fat was not too heavy, with a sweet and savory taste. The piping hot miso soup contained daikon, burdock, and tender pork. I also had clam soup, white rice, and salad as refills, and left the restaurant feeling full. The last piece of tonkatsu was incredibly delicious, remaining tender even when cold. I will remember the Tokyo X Pork Loin. (Average rating on Tabelog: 3.08 stars)

Here at the counter, you can take your time. I had the loin lunch set. The lunch beer in the cute glass for 300 yen was just right. All the side dishes were delicious. Vegetables and rice are free refills. I can't eat much rice, but I'm happy that I can eat plenty of vegetables. The miso soup or clam soup was also free refills. The dashi broth was delicious. The loin lunch set for 1800 yen was very satisfying. The crispy tonkatsu gives me a bit of heartburn, so I gave half to my husband. In exchange, I had more cabbage and miso soup. Ah, I'm so full!! I like Isetan because I can relax here.

Lunch today was the Hirekatsu set meal at Tonkatsu Washoku Takumi-an for 2,100 yen. It's a bit pricey for lunch, but it's really delicious. Ranked 2nd in the Tokyo tonkatsu chain ranking. The top recommendation is Katsukichi. Rating: ★★★★. Productivity may decrease, but tonkatsu is always delicious.

Today, I went to Isetan again and decided to have tonkatsu at "Takumi-an". It's a high-end brand operated by the popular tonkatsu chain "Wako". The staff, wearing face shields for protection, provide courteous service with a smile. The seating includes table seats and a counter, with the kitchen inside. I was impressed that despite constantly frying tonkatsu, there was no smell of oil. However, the sound of pounding meat and using the jacquard machine to tenderize the meat can be a bit distracting. The menu offers a variety of options including fillet, loin, premium pork, and seafood, as well as various combinations. I decided to try the "Ladies Set" which is also available for men. The set includes a variety of small dishes, perfect for seniors. The set is served with an array of side dishes and condiments, but it's a shame that any leftovers are likely discarded. The main dish arrives in a three-tiered bento box, with shrimp fry, asparagus roll tonkatsu, simmered vegetables, rolled omelette, and red fish marinated in miso. The rice is delicious with a fragrant touch of yuzu and kombu tsukudani. The chawanmushi is flavorful and the inclusion of ginkgo nuts adds a nice touch. However, the simmered dishes seem like they were made elsewhere and stored cold before being served, which is a bit disappointing. The tonkatsu, especially the shrimp fry, is delicious with a light and crispy breaded coating. Overall, a satisfying meal. Time to head home.

Lunch at Isetan, I thought. Due to the impact of the new coronavirus, the restaurant area is eerily empty. I decided to try "Takumi-an" for tonkatsu, and I was the only guest. Within an hour, only two more groups arrived. It's tough... I thought. The restaurant seems to target the upper-class customers of Isetan, mainly focusing on tonkatsu rather than being a tonkatsu specialty store, aiming to be a Japanese cuisine restaurant. When you order, the table suddenly becomes lively. First, a plate of shredded cabbage, then four types of rice accompaniments lined up in a row, such as grated radish, coarse salt, mustard, shichimi, and sauce dishes. All are free for refills, which is quite a generous service. The crispy fried food is well-prepared. The coating is crispy, the oil is well-drained, and the ingredients are of high quality, not bad. The menu emphasizes seafood-related fried foods. Today, I had a set of pork cutlet, scallop skewers, sardines, and horse mackerel, focusing on fish as the main dish. It looks like a casual drinking menu at an izakaya, which is quite interesting. The well-cooked fish is delicious. I was recommended to try salt with the fish, and it turned out to be tasty. The soft salt flavor combined with the fish's taste, aroma, and the scent of burnt breadcrumbs make you want to chew slowly. The sauce is sweet, and the prepared mustard with plenty of pepper is spicy and fragrant. The combination with the sauce is good, helping to reduce the greasiness. The rice is well-cooked, and the side dish I chose, pork miso soup, is rich in flavor. The pork cutlet has a crispy texture, tender meat, and the scallop skewer is well-shaped and flavorful. The rice accompaniments include pickled red turnip, soy sauce-pickled yam, kelp simmered dish, and lightly pickled greens, all delicious. However, the portions are too much, and I end up leaving a lot. The refill of shredded cabbage used to be brought by the staff. Maybe they want to save labor costs or want to make the dining table more luxurious, resulting in creating food waste. I wondered what they think about the guilt felt by those who leave food uneaten.

Around 11:30, there were two groups of people waiting in front of the restaurant, so I thought we might have to wait a while. We were seated at a cold table near the counter, which was a bit chilly (laughs). We ordered the limited black pork loin and fillet cutlet set, along with cabbage salad, rice, and clam miso soup, which were all refillable. The onion dressing for the meat was delicious and something new to me. The meat was tender and I left feeling satisfied and full.