Han Tei, a place I had been eager to visit as a fan of kushikatsu. As you can see from the photos, the exterior has a charming appeal, fitting for the literary town of Nezu. In addition to the Shin-Marubiru branch, I recommend visiting the Nezu main store, which is designated as a registered tangible cultural property. The dinner course consists of appetizers and 12 skewers, with an additional 6 skewers added in sets after finishing the initial 12. The kushikatsu at Han Tei has a fine, delicate batter, giving off an elegant impression. Each skewer is consistently delicious, providing a sense of reliability. While it may be difficult to renovate due to its tangible cultural property designation, I personally feel that having a counter would enhance the experience. The skewers are brought out in sets of 3, but I believe the true charm of kushikatsu lies in enjoying each piping hot skewer individually in a live format. The service is average, not particularly outstanding but not lacking either. Conversation is not disrupted, and the atmosphere is lovely, making it suitable for family outings or dates. *List of skewers received: - Shrimp wrapped in shiso - Edamame - Pork with Yanaka ginger - Young sweetfish - Lotus root stuffed with meat - Scallop - Beef with burdock root - Fresh wheat gluten - Sawagani crab - Asparagus - Eggplant - Firefly squid and udo - Pork tenderloin - Bamboo shoot - Bamboo ring and cheese - Satsuma sweet potato - Mushroom and cheese - Asari clam

Today was a thank-you gathering for the officers who retired at this year's general meeting. We chose this restaurant that the former officer likes, and as a token of appreciation, we had a modest meal of their favorite tempura skewers. It's a place the former officer had taken me to before, and even though it's been a few years since I last visited, the restaurant's atmosphere remains unchanged, with delicious tempura skewers and thoughtful service. Truly a longstanding establishment. We ordered a course of 12 tempura skewers, a meal, and dessert, but in the end, we added 3 more skewers. It's an omakase style, where they fry a variety of seasonal vegetables, fish, and meat on a single skewer. The breadcrumbs are very fine, giving a crispy and elegant texture to the tempura. The fresh vegetables are served with the restaurant's original meat miso for dipping. The meat miso is rich and delicious, yet the flavor of the vegetables still shines through. They also seem to sell it. In addition, we had winter melon stew and eggplant potage. It was my first time trying eggplant potage, and it was surprisingly light with a refreshing touch of balsamic vinegar. The tempura included ginger-wrapped pork, young ayu fish, fresh wheat gluten, corn, edamame, pond crab, eel, and more, offering a diverse and enjoyable experience. The meal ended with their famous tea-infused rice topped with plenty of seaweed. The crispy texture of the seaweed was delightful. For dessert, we had blood orange jelly, followed by a warm hojicha tea to close the meal. Whenever I come here, I am able to escape the usual hustle and bustle and enjoy a leisurely meal in a peaceful setting with fantastic tempura. It was a wonderful dining experience!

Today, we had a lunch of deep-fried skewers with a guest from afar. When it comes to skewers, Hanatei Nezu Honten is a reliable choice. The lunch set includes 8 skewers, nori rice, and dessert. If you still have room in your stomach, you can add more skewers as you like. The lunch set offers good value for the price, and the service from the staff at Hanatei was excellent. Thank you for the meal!

Hantei Negushi Main Store "Hantei's Lunch Set" is a skewer specialty restaurant located in the historical wooden three-story building in Nezu, Bunkyo-ku, which was built in 1917. The building has withstood wars and earthquakes and is designated as a registered tangible cultural property of the country. Hantei was originally established in Ueno in 1970 and later renovated the Nezu building in 1976, operating as the skewer restaurant "Hantei" since 1978. They offer course meals with skewers made from carefully selected seasonal ingredients by the chef, with a choice of one type for lunch and two types for dinner, which can be customized. The hot skewers are enjoyed with delicious sake, making it a popular choice. The store also has a 6-seat private room in the Meiji-era warehouse, which was originally an external warehouse but was connected to the three-story building during the Taisho period to become the current internal warehouse. The lunch set at Hantei includes homemade meat miso, rock salt, and sauce for condiments, a stick of fresh vegetables, a variety of skewers (eight types), stylish appetizers (two dishes), rice with red miso soup or tea-dipped seaweed, pickles, and a lovely dessert. The skewers, made with seasonal ingredients and quality oil, are served meticulously, ensuring a delightful dining experience. The combination of skewers with salt and vegetables with homemade meat miso was excellent. It was truly delicious, a feast for the taste buds. Thank you for the wonderful meal!

As always, great cost performance and delicious food. The timing of bringing out the next skewer was also appropriate. I made a reservation for the opening at 5:00 PM, but there were already many reserved customers waiting when the restaurant opened. I thought it would be better to start guiding them in order from 5 minutes before opening, rather than making them wait outside for a while.

I had the lunch course and enjoyed it. I love the atmosphere of the old folk house, so my excitement started from the appearance. This time, we sat at an open space table, but next time, I would definitely want to try a private room. The tempura is served in two pieces at a time, freshly fried. The perfect cooking brings out the flavor of the ingredients, and it disappears as soon as it arrives, haha. I will visit again as the seasons change. Thank you for the delicious meal!

Lunch was ¥3520 for 8 kinds of deep-fried skewers with advance web reservation the day before. The restaurant was almost full! The raw vegetable sticks with carrots were so hard (°▽°) that I thought my recently added zirconia teeth might break. The deep-fried skewers were served hot, crispy, and delicious, although not incredibly so. The tea over rice was clumpy and the rice was not freshly cooked. For dessert, there was blood orange jelly. Overall, it was quite pricey at ¥3520.

I had been curious about this shop for a long time. The three-story wooden building was built in 1917, which is before the Great Kanto Earthquake and even before World War II. It's a miracle that this wooden building survived the difficulties faced by Tokyo's downtown area, which was devastated by the Great Kanto Earthquake and air raids during the war. Originally a shop that sold geta straps, the building is now a tempura restaurant. I made a reservation because I wanted to experience the history within this building. I ordered the evening course meal which included various tempura dishes such as vegetable sticks with meat miso, winter melon with mozuku seaweed, cold chicken, tempura shrimp with shiso leaf, corn, ginger from Yanaka, nama-fu (wheat gluten), young ayu fish, grilled eel, asparagus with cheese, lotus root with meat, pumpkin, and scallop. I also added some additional tempura skewers. The tempura had a lighter texture than I expected, with a fine batter and a lower temperature for frying. It was different from the Osaka-style tempura which emphasizes eating each piece as soon as it's fried. Despite my initial reservations, I found the tempura to be quite good. However, what really impressed me was the "nori tea rice." It was recommended on the menu, and even though I was skeptical about nori tea rice, it turned out to be excellent. The quality of the nori was outstanding, completely different from the usual dried seaweed. It added a unique flavor and texture to the meal, and I highly recommend trying it. In the lunch course, you can choose between white rice with miso soup or nori tea rice, and I suggest trying the nori tea rice.

It had been a long time since I visited here, but I felt like there was more space in the seating area compared to before. I was able to enjoy my meal in a relaxed atmosphere. The freshly fried ingredients were delicious as always. I will definitely come back again!

A tempura restaurant that creatively uses a historic building. The timing of each dish being served was perfect, and everything was delicious. The finale of ochazuke was exquisite. You can enjoy an extraordinary experience. The unique Japanese atmosphere found in older buildings is something you won't find in newer ones, making it a great place to take foreign guests who will surely appreciate it.

Dinner is divided into two parts. Reservation is required! We started with appetizers and had a course of 12 skewers, with 3 freshly fried skewers each. There were a variety of seasonal and unique skewers, which made the experience very satisfying! Although we wanted to order more skewers, we had to consider our stomachs and unfortunately had to give up. The recommended lamb dish by Yoshida Yo was delicious!

Han-ten Nezu store, a historic building built in the 6th year of Taisho era, offers a lunch course that can be enjoyed for its historical charm. Located just 1 minute from Nezu Station, the lunch course includes a variety of dishes such as assorted tempura skewers, stylish appetizers, fresh vegetable sticks, homemade meat miso, rice or ochazuke, pickles, and a lovely dessert. The meal starts with fresh vegetable sticks served at the table, accompanied by meat miso for dipping. The appetizers include smooth and creamy rice porridge with eggplant and winter melon simmered in broth. The tempura skewers are served in a leisurely manner, ensuring they are still piping hot when enjoyed. Highlights include shrimp wrapped in shiso leaves, ginger-wrapped meat, young ayu fish, corn cream cheese, beef and burdock, nama-fu wheat gluten, lotus root stuffed with meat, and scallop. Particularly delicious were the ginger, young ayu fish, and corn tempura. The ginger had a great natural flavor, the young ayu fish had just the right bitterness, and the corn was juicy and paired well with the cheese. The tempura batter was soft and seemed to be fried at a low temperature for a long time. The ochazuke with seaweed was generously topped with seaweed, and the pickles were tasty without the need for salted seaweed. The dessert, blood orange jelly, was a bit too sour and sweet, but overall, the meal was enjoyable.

I visited a tempura restaurant called "Hantei Nezu Main Store" around 6:00 pm on a weekday in June 2023. The restaurant is located about a 1-minute walk from Nezu Station and has a historical feel to its exterior. The spacious interior was about 70% full with customers. After informing them of my reservation, I was seated at a table in the back of the restaurant with my companion. We ordered the "Hantei Course" for ¥6,160, which includes tempura, a meal, and dessert. I started with a bottle of Kirin beer for ¥880. The marinated octopus served as an appetizer was light and easy to eat, accompanied by vegetables and sesame. The assortment of fresh vegetables, served with sauce, salt, and meat miso, was a nice complement between the tempura dishes. The tempura skewers were served three at a time, with options like ginger-wrapped pork, corn, and shiso-wrapped shrimp. The tempura batter was light, allowing the ingredients to shine. I switched to a Pinot Noir red wine for ¥4,400, which paired well with the tempura. In between the tempura dishes, we enjoyed a refreshing soup made with yam and soy milk. The scallop, lotus root stuffed with meat, and young ayu fish were flavorful and satisfying. The tempura of crab, tofu skin, and beef fillet with burdock provided a mix of textures and flavors. Skewers of prosciutto with myoga, squid with sea urchin sauce, and okra with cheese offered unique combinations that were enjoyable. The chicken with celery, bamboo shoots, and belt fish skewers were also delicious.

Today, I finally got to eat at the tempura skewer restaurant I had been wanting to try for two weeks - Han Tei Nezu Main Store! The building is designated as a registered tangible cultural property, creating a charming atmosphere that enhances the taste of the food. Their lunch set "Han Tei Lunch" costs ¥3,520 (tax included) and includes 8 skewers, shrimp wrapped in shiso leaves, ginger-wrapped meat, young ayu fish, corn and cheese butter, beef and burdock, fresh wheat gluten, lotus root wrapped in meat, scallop and vegetable sticks, marinated octopus, grated yam soup, nori tea rice, and blood orange jelly. The combination of Sato's sweet potatoes and barley on the rocks is truly amazing. This is without a doubt the best tempura skewer I have ever had! The flavors of the ingredients are maximized, with a light batter that is incredibly delicious. It's at a level that will leave you impressed. I highly recommend trying this restaurant for lunch!

I had a reservation at Han Tei and ordered the lunch set. It included fresh vegetable sticks, marinated octopus, shrimp wrapped in perilla leaves, ginger from Yamanaka, soup with nagaimo and soy milk, young ayu fish and corn rice set, rice with pickles, red miso soup, beef fillet and burdock, fresh wheat gluten, lotus root, scallop, and blood orange jelly. It was delicious.

Located a 2-minute walk from Nezu Station on the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, this old Japanese house designated as a registered tangible cultural property offers a variety of tempura dishes. We ordered the "Hantei Course," which includes 12 types of tempura featuring seasonal and recommended ingredients. The standout items were the pork tenderloin and konjac, beef tenderloin, and pecoros (small onions), with the corn being particularly sweet and delicious. The "Hantei Course" priced at 6,600 yen includes bisque, octopus and vegetable pickles, 12 types of tempura (such as shrimp with shiso, scallop, asparagus, sea bass, beef tenderloin, lotus root stuffed with meat, conger eel, pork tenderloin and konjac, snow crab, kohlrabi and bamboo shoot, corn, pecoros), assorted fresh vegetables, nori tea rice, and dessert. Instagram ID: kuidaore.8.

The traditional skewer restaurant is housed in a historic building with a lot of historical significance. The wooden structure exudes a sense of weight and history. Skewers are the main course here, and although it would be nice to add additional items after finishing the course, unfortunately, it is not possible. The food was delicious.

I made a reservation about a month ago. I recommend arriving right on time for your reservation as you may have to wait outside until your reserved time. It can be tough if it's raining or cold. I reserved the lunch course for 3,520 yen including tax. The service was a bit careless, probably due to the high level of busyness. However, the tempura and nori tea pickles were delicious. I'm not sure if I would visit again.

I probably landed in Nekoya for the first time♪♪♪ The charming streets and the dining establishments visible within them also exuded the allure of a gourmet area(*^^*)♪♪♪ This place seems to be a renovated wooden three-story building known as a landmark in the Nekoya district(*･ω･)♪♪♪ The tempura I had in this atmospheric setting was all of high quality and truly impressive♪♪♪(´；ω；`)♪♪♪ Personally, I felt it was the best tempura I've ever had♪♪♪(*^^*)♪♪♪ The portion sizes and timing of the tempura servings were just right, and although I didn't take any photos, the wine and other drinks really complemented the meal( 〃▽〃)♪♪♪ The prices are on the higher side, but I definitely want to continue visiting this restaurant regularly♪♪♪(^q^)♪♪♪ Thank you for the wonderful meal♪♪♪m(._.)m♪♪♪ ◆ Hantei Course 6,160 yen Includes 12 kinds of tempura Seasonal appetizers, side dishes Assorted fresh vegetables Specialty - Nori-rich tea pickles Dessert (photo not taken) (Cultural Heritage Online HP) Located on a corner lot on the side street east of Shinobazu-dori, nestled between a small alley and a one-way street. This wooden three-story building with a gabled tile roof is a commercial building. It is a high townhouse with three floors of almost the same area and height, known as a landmark in the Nekoya district. It has been renovated inside and now operates as a tempura restaurant.

This restaurant not only serves delicious deep-fried skewers, but also offers the unique experience of dining in a wooden building registered as a tangible cultural property of the country. The course menu includes stick salad, various side dishes, and a choice of satisfying meal to finish, all served with dessert. The service was just right, with a comfortable balance of attentiveness. I was also impressed by their understanding when a member of our group couldn't make it last minute, and they graciously accepted our offer to cover the cost. Overall, it was a delightful experience and I look forward to visiting this restaurant again.

With a charming atmosphere, I had always wanted to visit this tempura restaurant. Made a dinner reservation after strolling around Yanaka, Sendagi, and Nezu. The fresh and sweet vegetables as an appetizer were delicious, especially when dipped in miso. The appetizers included chicken meatballs, mashed fish paste, fresh wheat gluten, and simmered snow peas. Then came the tempura - 12 pieces in total, sesame tofu, tea-pickled seaweed, and coffee jelly to finish. Each tempura had just the right amount of coating, not too heavy. They were still crispy even after letting them cool a bit. I prefer the sauce as it's spicy, sweet, and rich in flavor. The salt was a bit too strong for my liking, I wish it was a bit milder. Overall, I was satisfied with the meal. However, the drinks were a bit pricey.

The registered tangible cultural properties of the country's buildings have a sense of history. The lunch consists of a course meal only: 8 types of assorted tempura, ginger-wrapped meat, shrimp and shiso roll, young sweetfish, bamboo shoots, chicken and celery, nama-fu with yomogi miso, scallop shell, lotus stuffed with meat curry flavor, stylish chopstick rest, raw vegetable sticks, chicken dumpling simmered, black sesame tofu, tea-soaked rice with plenty of seaweed, kombu and pickles, lovely dessert, coffee jelly. It's nice that you get two hot tempura skewers each, and the tea-soaked rice with lots of seaweed is seriously delicious! Most people were enjoying the tea-soaked rice. The lunch is reasonably priced and that's great.