On Tuesday at 1:30 PM, I went to "Santei" in Asakusa. It is a long-established store founded in the 8th year of the Tenpo era, and their specialty is tempura. I ordered the "Kamiten Don" (2,360 yen). It arrived in 10 minutes. One bite. Delicious. The color is dark, but the taste is not as strong as I expected. The tempura pieces, such as shrimp, white fish, and vegetable tempura, are quite large. This makes a big impact visually. The specialty vegetable tempura is packed with seafood ingredients like shrimp and squid. It is more voluminous than I imagined. Despite their size, the tempura does not leave you feeling heavy from the oil. This tempura uses plenty of sesame oil, giving it a rich flavor and a light finish. I had the impression that Tokyo's tempura bowls are dark in color and strong in taste, but as a Kansai person, it suited my palate well. Asakusa is home to many famous tempura shops, and this one is no exception. Thank you for the delicious meal.

I'm glad I was able to go at the end of summer! It was a wonderful restaurant with a Japanese atmosphere. Beer and tempura bowl go well together. The tempura bowl had a delicious sauce that soaked into the rice, and the combination with the tempura was great. The tempura was also tender and tasty. I want to go again!

@yuzan_gurume ◀️ Great Tokyo Gourmet Information Posted Daily Established in the 8th year of the Tenpo era! The giant-sized tempura at the oldest tempura shop caught my attention. If you're interested in this place, be sure to save it for the future by clicking the save button at the bottom right of the screen. Kaminarimon Sandei (pronounced "Sansada") @Kaminarimon Sandei Sandei, famous for being Japan's oldest tempura shop, was established in the 8th year of the Tenpo era and is celebrating its 180th anniversary. As a tempura lover, Yuzan couldn't resist and went to Asakusa alone in a rickshaw (although there are rumors of him walking). He ordered a regular tendon and a medium kakiage don. The medium kakiage don was overflowing with ingredients, more than any other overflowing bowl Yuzan had ever seen before. Lately, there's a trend of not closing the lid on katsudon, but did tendon already have the overflowing style from Japan's oldest tempura shop? The size was so huge that trying to lift it caused pain in the fingers! The weight was so heavy that the chopsticks broke with a snap after taking a picture! This kakiage was packed full of shrimp and was delicious! The sesame oil was appetizing! Yuzan also enjoys crispy tempura, but this Edo-style tempura with sesame oil was also delicious in its own way. Even the tendon had shrimp overflowing! Each ingredient was large, providing a satisfying meal! Yuzan thought there were many foreigners in front of the shop, but it was actually empty inside. Weekdays at 4 pm are a good time to visit as it's less crowded. Even if there are foreigners in front of the shop, it's worth taking a look inside. This historic tempura shop offered the ultimate satisfaction with its large portions. If you found this post helpful, please like and save it. I would be very happy to receive comments like "This place is delicious!" If you know of any great restaurants, please let me know through replies or DMs. Items Ordered: Regular Tendon - 1820 yen Medium Kakiage Don - 3410 yen Restaurant Information: Kaminarimon Sandei (Sansada) 1-2-21 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo 11:00-20:00 (Last Order)

Next to Kaminarimon, there is a restaurant that attracts many tourists and is featured in travel magazines. We ordered the regular and premium tempura sets, but the tempura was not hot and crispy as expected. The tempura batter on the squid tempura in the regular set was undercooked. When we mentioned this to the staff, they initially said that's how it is, but later agreed to fry it again. The freshly fried squid tempura was delicious and crispy with the dipping sauce. Despite being a well-established restaurant with a high price point, the overall experience felt rushed and somewhat sloppy. The tempura dipping sauce was served separately for my husband's dish, while mine was served with rice topped with tempura. The rice was piping hot and the taste was mediocre, leaving us feeling full and unable to enjoy the food stalls at Sensoji Temple later due to the large portion even in the regular set.

This is said to be the oldest tempura restaurant here according to their website. It is conveniently located next to Kaminarimon Gate. The entrance on the main street was not crowded at 12 o'clock. The waitress was very kind and thoughtful, which was lovely. However, when looking at the menu, it seemed like the content was different between the one for foreigners and the one in Japanese? The English menu had photos which made it easy to understand, but it felt a bit pricey. I ordered the "Kamiten-don" and it was... well, hard to describe. I invited a friend here, but the crispiness and individual flavors were disappointing. I don't like it when the tempura is soaked in the dipping sauce, so the way it was poured was good, but overall it was just okay. The high point was the waitress, so that's the rating I gave.

I participated in a foreigner tour itinerary and used this restaurant. First, we were guided to the group seating area on the second floor from the Shinkan entrance located a little way down the street to the right of Kaminarimon. We took off our shoes and sat at a table with chairs on the tatami mats. The staff, dressed neatly in kimonos, promptly guided us, and the tempura frying started in the order we sat down. When we asked for spoons and forks, they brought them to us right away, even though they were busy. The tempura was crispy and really delicious. My perception that group customers always get cold tempura was overturned! Perhaps it's the pride of being the oldest surviving tempura restaurant in Japan. Usually, I leave about half of my work meals uneaten, but this time I finished everything! Next time, I definitely want to visit the main building privately. Thank you for the meal.

Today I am in Tokyo. I am busy going here and there every day. I enjoy wandering around outside, but since I have been living in Nagano recently, coming back to Tokyo after a long time feels a bit suffocating with its artificial greenery and crowded streets. Today, Tokyo was scorching hot during the day, but after 5 pm, the cool breeze was refreshing. I wish I could hear the cries of cicadas here, but all I hear are sparrows. I came to Asakusa before dusk. Asakusa's Nakamise Street is bustling with Japanese and foreign visitors. It feels like peaceful Japan is slowly returning. It's a good feeling. Now, I have somewhere else to go, so I'll have an early dinner. I went to the long-established tempura restaurant "Sandaitei" next to the Kaminarimon. The main building entrance and the new building entrance are separate but connected inside. Inside, there are many brisk auntie staff members. I ordered a tempura bowl set. The miso soup was a delightful red miso. The crispy tempura with a rich sauce was perfect with the rice. The ingredients included shrimp, eggplant, white fish, bell pepper, etc. It was delicious. The pickled daikon radish was a nice palate cleanser. I still have work to do today, so it's a shame I can't enjoy a beer like the lady next to me.

Tokyo Asakusa "Kaminarimon Sansada" is a long-established tempura specialty restaurant that has been in business since the Edo period, near Senso-ji Temple. Founded in 1837, it is said to be the oldest tempura restaurant in Japan. I visited this restaurant to experience it for myself. Located next to Kaminarimon, the restaurant has a large number of seats and also accepts reservations for groups. I visited at lunchtime and ordered the "Tendon (deluxe)" which included shrimp, sillago fish, and assorted tempura. The shrimp was cooked rare and the aroma of sesame was strong, but there was no unpleasant smell of oil. The tempura was generously filled with small shrimp and small fish. Overall, I felt satisfied after enjoying the Tendon. Thank you for the meal.

I recommend Asakusa's "Sanjo" for delicious tempura! Established during the Edo period, this tempura restaurant has a history of 180 years. They use sesame oil for frying in the traditional Edo style, resulting in a flavorful and dark-colored tempura donburi. It's a dish that you occasionally crave for! When you visit Asakusa, be sure to try this historic taste!

When I searched for Asakusa's tempura bowl, this place came up so I visited for the first time. I arrived around 11:30 am on a weekday during Golden Week and the first floor was full, so we were seated in the tatami room on the second floor. By 12 pm, even the second floor was full and I saw some people being guided to another building. I realized they have a lot of seating. This time, I ordered a regular tempura bowl! My husband also ordered a regular size to enjoy food hopping. The bowl arrived in less than 10 minutes! As I had seen in reviews beforehand, even the regular size had quite a lot of rice! I love rice soaked in sauce, so I really enjoyed it! The sauce was quite flavorful but I didn't get tired of it. The eggplant, shrimp, squid, and white fish were all generously sized and satisfying! I can see why this place is popular, I was very satisfied with both the quality and cost of the tempura bowl here.

We were guided to our table on the second floor by the staff and seated by the window. Our orders were as follows: Husband - Special Tenju (3 shrimp, kakiage) with Nameko soup Myself - Superior Ten Don (shrimp, smelt, kakiage) with a side of Nameko soup The Superior Ten Don does not come with soup, so I added a side of Nameko soup. The smelt was thick and tender, the shrimp was plump, and the kakiage consisted of scallops, small shrimp, and squid, each fried to perfection to bring out their individual flavors and textures. The tempura batter was just the right thickness and not greasy. I usually regret ordering ten don halfway through due to stomach discomfort, but I was able to finish this one without any issues. The tempura for takeout is also reasonably priced, so I would like to buy some next time. It was a delicious restaurant that made me want to return.

Located near Asakusa's Kaminarimon Gate, "Sandaitei" has been operating as a tempura restaurant since the Edo period in 1837. The first owner, Sadakichi, came to Edo from Mikawa (now Aichi Prefecture) in 1837 and started a tempura stall in front of his house in Ningyocho, which eventually became Sandaitei. This long-standing establishment, with a history dating back to 1837, is known for its catchphrase, "First Asakusa, second Kannon, third Sandaitei tempura." They are open from 11:30 to 21:30, rarely closing except for a couple of times a year. Sandaitei is also recognized as the birthplace of tendon (tempura rice bowl) and is listed on Wikipedia. Their signature dish, the "Nakakaki-don" (mixed tempura rice bowl), costs 3,410 yen, and a small bottle of beer is priced at 550 yen. The tempura sold for takeout outside the store is quite hefty, leaving a lasting impression after consumption. The miso soup in Tokyo is typically made with "mixed miso," but the red miso served with tempura at Sandaitei is divine. The area around Asakusa attracts many foreign tourists, and on this particular day, the reviewer was looking for a copper tamagoyaki (Japanese rolled omelette) pan. They found it at a copper and silverware store located next to Taito City Senzoku Elementary School. The store crafts all their items from copper and silver, with skilled artisans offering repair services if the silver plating wears off. In conclusion, the reviewer aims to master sushi, tempura, and soba dishes while collecting various cooking utensils.

I visited this restaurant near Kaminarimon Gate when I went to Asakusa and it was crowded with people on a Saturday. I didn't have any prior information, so I decided to try this place. There was a long line outside the restaurant as well. The tempura bowl I ordered looked rich in color, and when I tasted it, it indeed had a strong flavor. It seemed to have a strong soy sauce taste rather than a Kansai style. It was not as light and crispy as I had imagined a tempura bowl to be. Unfortunately, the tempura bowl was quite expensive. I wonder if this is the difference between Kanto and Kansai styles. Thank you for the meal.

Sandatei is a historic tempura restaurant located next to Asakusa's Kaminarimon Gate, said to be the oldest in Japan. Their specialty is Edo-style tempura and kakiage fried in sesame oil. Date of visit: Wednesday around 12:00 Cost: 3,410 yen per person I came to Asakusa to see the cherry blossoms along the Sumida River. First, I headed to Sandatei for lunch, and the intersection in front of Kaminarimon Gate was crowded with foreign tourists, like a busy station during rush hour. I was surprised to see inbound tourism thriving like this. Although Sandatei was full and there was a line on the stairs inside, the restaurant is spacious and the turnover is good, so I only had to wait about 20 minutes to be seated on the second floor. <Ordered Items> - Special Tempura Bowl: 3,410 yen (tax included) The special tempura bowl came with nameko miso soup and pickles. Despite being a tempura bowl, it was served in a tiered box as it was the special version. The unique smell of sesame oil was not overpowering, making it a tempura bowl that even foreigners could enjoy.

When I arrived at the restaurant with the navigation, it turned out to be a new building and I was directed to go to the main building. I walked in a zigzag pattern and entered the main building along the Kaminarimon Street. Inside the restaurant, there were table seats and a tatami area at the back (with both floor seating and chair seating). I was seated in the chair seating area of the tatami section. The prices for the tempura rice bowl were as follows: regular 1820 yen, medium 2360 yen, special 3410 yen, special shrimp 4290 yen, medium oyster bowl 3410 yen, and premium conger eel bowl 4290 yen (comes with a bowl of mushrooms for the special and above). I chose the special tempura rice bowl. It came with one shrimp, white fish, and tempura shrimp and squid. It was served in a covered bowl. The sauce was on the sweeter side and soaked the rice and tempura generously. I like it when there's plenty of sauce on the rice, so I was happy. It was satisfyingly filling. Asakusa is always lively whenever I come here. Thank you for the meal.

I thought it was really crowded, but surprisingly there was a spacious tatami seating area on the second floor, and we were able to get in easily. This was a pleasant surprise! I ordered the regular size tempura bowl and it was huge! The sauce soaked into the rice thoroughly, but the rice was a bit firm and delicious. The volume was just amazing... The thickness of the squid was intimidating haha. Just this was enough to make me full haha.

When my relative visited Tokyo as a child, my dad took him to our favorite restaurant where he was amazed by the kakiage donburi. I also used to go there with my dad. So, we went to Sanjo at night, and I had the kakiage donburi too. The taste of Asakusa hasn't changed. The huge kakiage, with shrimp standing out, is perfectly balanced with scallops and squid. It's truly the best kakiage at Sanjo!

I stopped by this restaurant while sightseeing in Asakusa and feeling hungry. Located right next to Kaminarimon, I thought it must be a long-established place. Excited, I entered the empty restaurant, feeling a bit worried that it might be a mistake. Looking at the menu, I saw they had a set meal for couples! It seemed like a traditional choice. We decided to share it. The friendly waitress brought us miso soup, rice, three kinds of sashimi, pickles, and a variety of tempura (whiting fish, potatoes, kakiage, 2 shrimp tempura, and a few more). It seemed like a lot of food, but the tempura was disappointing. It was soft and the batter was heavy, more like mochi. I prefer crispy tempura, so I didn't find it delicious. Maybe it would have been better in a tempura bowl with sauce. We paid and left, feeling unsure if we would return. It's a popular place among locals, but it wasn't to my taste. Thank you for the meal.

I explored the area looking for a place to have lunch during my sightseeing in Asakusa, but it was incredibly crowded with people. I happened to stop by this shop on the shopping street and it was empty, so I decided to visit. When I saw the menu stating that it was Japan's oldest tempura restaurant, I was impressed by its traditional appearance. I ordered the "kami tendon" (tempura rice bowl) and it was delicious, with plenty of shrimp, small scallops, squid, and other ingredients.

At the Asakusa Sensoji Temple, I visited Sanjo, a super long-established store that has been around for 180 years! I went there to have New Year's Eve soba. The interior of the store has a traditional atmosphere and the customer service is very kind and welcoming. There are many tourists, including a lot of international visitors. The soba I ordered had a slightly sweet soup with two shrimp tempura. It was simple yet packed with flavor, and it paired well with the soba noodles. Simple and delicious New Year's Eve soba is the best!

I visited the oldest tempura restaurant, "Kaminarimon Sandei," located just a 1-minute walk from Asakusa Station, founded in 1837. This year marks the birth of the last shogun of the Tokugawa shogunate, Keiki. I arrived just before the store opened on Saturday and there were about 20 people waiting outside, but I was able to enter as soon as the store opened. The restaurant is a popular spot on the Asakusa sightseeing route, with groups of tourists entering one after another. I ordered the "Joten Don" for 2,360 yen. It was served in about 5 minutes. The tempura on the Joten Don included shrimp, smelt, small shrimp, and squid tempura. The tempura was delicious, with a nostalgic taste as it was soaked in the tempura sauce. The tempura sauce had a rich soy sauce flavor, perhaps due to being continuously replenished over the years. I enjoyed it until the very end.