On April 28, 2022, I visited Asakusa again. On this day, I had made plans with my mom's childhood friend Toyochan to have a drink for Shichi-Go-San, just the three of us. I had some errands in Taharamachi in the morning, so I was supposed to meet them at the restaurant at 12:00, but I finished earlier than expected and arrived at 11:30 by myself. I ordered homemade kimchi and a highball. I started drinking alone first. The kimchi was delicious as always, and after having half of the highball, my mom and Toyochan arrived. We ordered simmered beef tendons, mixed tempura, pork steak, scallop butter, and sakura shrimp monjayaki as snacks. I alternated between regular highball and Kyushu Miyazaki Hebesu highball (a total of five glasses?). My mom and Toyochan were having draft beer and lemon sours. The simmered beef tendons were refreshing with a good saltiness, and the sakura shrimp monjayaki was crispy and made a great snack. The Hebesu highball was sweet and delicious, and I ended up drinking it quickly... We had a fun conversation, enjoyed the food, and got quite drunk. I remember that my mom paid using my wallet, but I don't remember much after that... We left the restaurant before 3:00, and my mom and Toyochan went to a cafe for coffee. I slept the whole time, even on the train. I got home around 5:00, but I didn't take a bath or brush my teeth, I just passed out... Next time, I will be more careful not to drink too much and savor the food and drinks. I reflect on my actions.

I had mochi with baby star toppings. The older brother cooked it for me. When I try to do it, the batter overflows, but it didn't at all, haha. It was delicious with just the right amount of salt and dashi. It's different from monjayaki in Tokyo. I ended up drinking three glasses of sour.

Had dinner with acquaintances and family on 7/15! The acquaintance recommended this place and made a reservation for us. The restaurant was crowded with other customers, and it wasn't very spacious, so I think reservations are a must. We had simmered dishes, beef tongue, okonomiyaki, and the main dish was curry corned beef monjayaki! It was my first time trying curry corned beef monjayaki, and it was interesting. It had mochi in it, and the curry flavor was strong and delicious.

On this day, I had a classic monjayaki in Nishi Asakusa, a little outside of Kappabashi shopping street. We went to a popular Sunday open shop and luckily got a seat right away. I tried the most popular monjayaki on the menu. It came with mochi which was grilled to perfection, creating a soft and delicious texture. The drink options were also great.

You can enjoy a wide variety of teppanyaki dishes such as monjayaki, okonomiyaki, side dishes, and hearty meat dishes. Among them, the okonomiyaki is excellent. The staff will make it right in front of you. By mixing a small amount of batter thoroughly with the ingredients and incorporating air, the okonomiyaki turns out fluffy and delicious.

The first time I went to this restaurant, I tried the mentaiko monja with cheese and Baby Star soup stock, which was delicious and had a very fragrant and snack-like taste. I really liked the flavor. Next, I tried the curry udon monja with corn, which was also tasty, but the soup stock was so delicious that it felt like a waste to have it in curry flavor. Lastly, the soba meshi was spicy but not too strong in flavor, and remained delicious until the end. The soba meshi was made by the staff and they did an amazing job. The restaurant is located in Asakusa, has a nostalgic atmosphere, and offers a great view of the Skytree.

I was taken to the restaurant by my colleagues and a few of us visited together. I always thought that the best place for delicious monjayaki was Tsukishima, but I found out that there are also great monjayaki restaurants around Asakusa! The side dishes were also tasty, and the main monjayaki dish was delicious. The owner of the restaurant was friendly and provided great service. It's a restaurant that I would like to visit again.

There are several Monja-yaki restaurants near Awabashi in Tahara Town. I decided to go here because the cost performance looked good on Tabelog. I went around noon and was able to get in smoothly. It's better to call ahead if you go later as it gets crowded. The modern yaki has thick noodles inside. It's fluffy and juicy, and the sauce is delicious. They also have a spicy option for those who enjoy it. The Monja is cute with round mochi. They cook it skillfully. The mixed Monja with beef was very delicious.

I went to Kappabashi to buy a knife! I arrived at lunchtime, so I went to Nana Go San where I had been before. It was full because it was lunchtime. I made a reservation for 13:30 and went shopping. There was a festival going on at the nearby Higashi Honganji Temple. I was hungry, so I headed to the restaurant. The Kappamonja had no cabbage. The proper way to eat it is to make a dam with noodles and place senbei rice crackers on top. The staff cooked everything for us, so we enjoyed it without any mistakes. Thank you for the meal.

I visited here when I stopped by at Asakusa! This is my second visit. The staff skillfully cooked the okonomiyaki, which was very fluffy and refreshing. It was so delicious that I felt like I could eat as many as I wanted...! The staff is kind and my favorite. I highly recommend this restaurant to those who visit Asakusa! I like Shizuoka-style sake!

As part of my work, I often come to Tokyo, but this day was a bit special as we went to Asakusa. After finishing our business, my friend treated me to a meal at this place called "Okonomiyaki, Monja 753" which had a very traditional downtown atmosphere. My friend had been here a few times before and seemed to be on good terms with the owner, who was a friendly older lady. When we arrived around 1 pm, the restaurant was about two-thirds full. As soon as we entered, foreigners and locals started lining up outside, so we were lucky with our timing. My friend recommended that we try the Curry Monja for 1800 yen, and I also ordered the Beef Tendon for 480 yen and Hormone Yaki (price unknown). I couldn't quite explain it well, but I could tell that they put a lot of effort into their broth. We enjoyed our meal while understanding their dedication to their craft.

I was taken to the restaurant by a local resident in Asakusa. It was a Saturday around 5pm, and we were able to enter without a reservation, which was a miracle. The okonomiyaki (forgot the price) and monjayaki (forgot the price) were both delicious. The okonomiyaki was fluffy like a pancake, which was surprising. Sometimes street food can look good, but end up being greasy or taste too much like flour. The okonomiyaki and monjayaki here were both tasty.

I went to Roppongi and Asakusa for drinks, and the next day, I was feeling tired from yesterday. It was nice to be invited by local friends for lunch. I had only tried Monjayaki once in the past and never had the opportunity to eat it alone. When I saw the invitation message, the name of the restaurant was "753"! It was a familiar place for a Japanese husband and a Korean wife family that my siblings and I always watch on YouTube. We had talked about wanting to go meet the landlady someday. It was a sudden coincidence that the landlady, who usually takes care of the teppanyaki, told me about it, and I was already filled with happiness. Monjayaki is often associated with downtown areas like Tsukishima, but there are many restaurants in Asakusa as well. 753 is close to Asakusa, but it's more like near Kappabashi. It's a very popular restaurant, and even for lunch, reservations are essential. The place was fully booked, and even though they didn't turn away walk-in customers, they suggested coming for the night service after the desired time. We ordered teppanyaki, three types of monjayaki, horumon yakisoba & udon, another monjayaki, and yakisoba (additional), and two types of okonomiyaki. The women in our group took the lead in deciding, and the men agreed, and we enjoyed the meal. The course was very satisfying, and everyone, being born and raised in Edo, was very happy. Oh, did we eat too much? No, we're just normal! Everything was delicious, but the green onion okonomiyaki was the best - super delicious! We took so many photos that we were told to take a video! When you see the whole process in front of you, it's impressive because amateurs like us can never cook as well. Despite the many similar teppanyaki and monjayaki restaurants, it's difficult to analyze why 753 is so popular. The three staff members rotated around the tables to cook, and there was no one who did a half-hearted job. To reach this level of professionalism, they must have had a lot of experience, and I think the landlady's guidance is excellent. This was only my second time eating monjayaki, so I may not be the best judge, but the atmosphere of the restaurant was similar, the ingredients for cooking were the same, and as a drinker, I was happy with the wide variety of alcohol available. And of course, the personality of the landlady was also a factor. Although the establishment is not that old, the motivation of the staff was very evident in the restaurant. Ah, it was really delicious! I thought I knew everything about Asakusa and even took a boat ride, but no, I still have a lot to be grateful for to my friends! Kalguksoo is sustained by the support of drinking companions. I would love to ask everyone again to revisit 753.

I visited Kappabashi Kitchenware Street on the west side of Asakusa for some shopping for cooking utensils and also had lunch there. I ordered the mentaiko cheese monjayaki, soba roll, and 3 glasses of draft beer. My family loves making monjayaki at home, but today I was particularly interested in trying the soba roll, which is a combination of thick soba noodles from Osaka with a sweet flavor, something I really enjoy. I was fascinated by the skillful craftsmanship of the chef while enjoying the mentaiko cheese monjayaki with beer. Although the restaurant is a bit away from the main street of Asakusa, it is a hidden gem and popular spot, so I recommend making a reservation. Thank you for the delicious meal.

Asakusa has regained its liveliness. The number of foreign tourists as well as Japanese tourists has increased dramatically. The area around Kaminarimon Gate is so crowded on weekends that it causes traffic jams. I made a reservation for the second try on a Saturday afternoon. I had mixed monjayaki with rice cakes and scallop and chicken gizzards sautéed in butter. I enjoyed them with Hitachino Nest White Ale and Morokyu pickles. I truly savored the culture of Asakusa in Tokyo. Everything I ate was delicious, and the staff was lively and energetic, which I liked. I want to try the pork steak next time. Thank you for the meal.

Mitomi Emon's gourmet site has started. Homepage "https://blog.33inc.jp/" Instagram "@mitomi_emon". Monja is famous in Tsukishima, but the birthplace is actually said to be Asakusa. Today's stage is the popular monjayaki restaurant "753" in Nishi-Asakusa. Located in the kitchenware district of Kappabashi, where only cooking utensil stores gather. The name "753" comes from the celebration of a child's growth, as the owner started the restaurant when his child was five years old. You can feel how loved the child is. The staff takes care of all the processes of making monja. I was confident in making monja and okonomiyaki, but the level here is completely different. First, try the classic "Mentaiko Mochi Cheese Monja". It has a striking silhouette with plenty of mentaiko and round mochi. The saltiness stands out overall, increasing the demand for alcohol. Not only the nuances of mentaiko but also the flavor of sakura shrimp are good accents. The richness of the cheese is also effective. The mochi is soft and fluffy, delivering all the elements mentioned earlier into your mouth. The blissful feeling created by the mochi is also one of the charms of 753. Another recommended dish is the "Curry Corned Beef Monja". Again, the impression of saltiness is strong, with the flavors of curry and corned beef taking the spotlight. Garlic enhances the taste, and accents like corn are functional. The mochi, like with the Mentaiko Cheese, has absorbed all the flavors and created a delicious mochi. Thank you for the meal!

I came to Nanako Monja for lunch on a regular day. There are about 3 paid parking lots within a 1-minute walk, making it convenient to come by car. I ordered the special curry corned beef monja (the top menu item). The staff recommended it, I guess? They asked, "Shall I cook it for you?" and I left the cooking to the staff. At first, they grilled the ton teki and miso hormone nicely. Miso hormone turned out to be pork hormone, not beef hormone as I expected... a bit disappointing. But I guess people who like it will enjoy it. In Osaka, it's not common to see pork hormone written on the menu, so it must be a Tokyo thing. The ton teki was finished by pouring sauce on top, with a simple sauce flavor. The meat was tender and juicy. Then came the turn of the special curry corned beef monja. It was loaded with plenty of ingredients, filling up the entire grill. The staff cooked it quickly, and it smelled amazing. It was delicious. Monja goes well with beer, but oh, I came by car... too bad I can't have beer. The monja was really tasty, and the mochi did a great job. It was lunchtime, and before I knew it, the restaurant was almost full of customers enjoying beer during the day. I envy them. Next time, I want to come by train and enjoy monja and beer at Nanako Monja. Thank you for the meal.

I visited a popular restaurant called Shichigosan near the Kappabashi shopping street in Asakusa. I arrived just after 11 am, but the seats were almost full. They told me to wait until 12:30 for a table. I decided to try the summer vegetable monjayaki with baby star toppings, instead of the typical cheese and mentaiko. The staff were very friendly and offered to cook it for me, but this time I wanted to do it myself. I mixed in the ingredients, made a small wall, added cheese, and sprinkled basil on top. The monjayaki with tomatoes was delicious, with a hint of sweetness from the tomatoes. I was quite full after eating at another place before, so I only had one monjayaki this time. But I definitely want to come back to try the monjayaki with winter vegetables, which is said to be creamy. Shichigosan not only serves delicious food but also has excellent service with friendly staff and smiles. I will definitely visit again. Thank you for the meal!

After having some morning drinks, I looked for a place nearby where I could eat Monjayaki. Whenever I come to Tokyo, I always crave Monja! It seemed like this place was also popular, as it was quite crowded even though it had just opened. Luckily, we were able to get a table right away. Since I had already eaten a bit, I decided to just have Monja with drinks! Whenever I go to eat Monja, I always end up ordering Mentaiko Cheese, so this time I chose a seasonal option that seemed light and refreshing. I went with the Summer Vegetable Monja, which had tomatoes, zucchinis, and other summer vegetables. The acidity of the tomatoes was really nice. Even though I was already quite full, I was able to eat it because it was light and refreshing! I topped it off with my favorite Baby Star noodles. It was delicious (〃ω〃) I was satisfied with my Monja craving ♡

Is this the taste of Kansai-style okonomiyaki that you can eat in Tokyo? This is a restaurant that caught my attention on the show "Wakako Sake". It's convenient that they cook everything for you. I was able to enjoy four glasses of draft beer and add mayonnaise at my own pace. Everything was delicious! Next time, I might try adding curry toppings.

I was lucky to call 15 minutes before the reservation was full. I always have beer with okonomiyaki, so I ordered beer with monjayaki as well. I ordered mentaiko monja and kimchi cheese monja. It was great that the staff cooked it for us! Just like flour dishes, monja also fills you up quickly. I don't eat it much in Fukuoka, so it was a fresh experience! It was delicious!