I want to go back again if I feel like it. There is a tonkatsu restaurant behind Sensoji Temple with a history of 50 years. We were able to enter smoothly, but later more and more customers arrived, and it became crowded. I ordered the 1800 yen pork cutlet. There are various types, but I started with a simple one for the first time. It was quite voluminous. The meat was thick. The center was tender, but the edges were a bit hard. It must be a matter of the cut. The frying was done well, with good oil drainage, so I was able to eat it without feeling heavy. Since there are many touristy shops around Nakamise, it might be good to take a step further into the depths of Asakusa.

I visited Tonsho in Asakusa 3-chome for the first time. According to Tabelog, it was supposed to be open without breaks, but it was actually open from 11:30 to 14:00 and 17:00 onwards. I revisited at 5:00 PM and ordered the special premium pork cutlet with rock salt. The salt brought out the sweetness of the meat and it was very delicious.

It's been 5 years and 11 months since I last visited this restaurant for lunch. I arrived just after 1 pm and got a seat at the counter. I ordered the chef's special lunch for weekdays, which was not available the last time I was here. What I got was a combination of hamburger and tonkatsu. It came with rice, miso soup, and pickles for a flat fee of 1,000 yen. It was delicious and I finished every bite. Thank you for the meal.

Order: Mixed Fry (Pork cutlet, Crab croquette, Shrimp fry, Hamburger) 1800 yen Food & Drink Evaluation: I have been a repeat customer at this restaurant for a long time, and both the cutlet and hamburger are delicious. Pork cutlet: Slightly overcooked, but the meat itself is very tasty. It is crispy and not greasy. There is Himalayan salt and sauce on the table, so you can enjoy it with either. The generous amount of mustard is also a nice touch. Crab croquette: The white sauce is tasty, but there was no crab flavor. Shrimp fry: The shrimp is a bit thin, but it is firm and has a good texture. Hamburger: It is small but meaty and delicious. The demi-glace sauce is also well made. However, it was a bit disappointing that it was cold. Shredded cabbage: Plenty of it, crispy and sweet. Miso soup: Ingredients include green onions, tofu, and seaweed. The broth was flavorful, but the green onions were not good. Rice: Cooked to my liking. Ambiance & Service Evaluation: The restaurant is an old tonkatsu shop with a slightly cluttered interior. However, it is clean and well-maintained. The owner is friendly but talks loudly with regular customers (the previous owner was not as loud). This might bother some people. The service can be slow, so be prepared to wait (on this day, the order was served 25 minutes later). Would I visit again: The food is delicious, so I would like to come back.

I entered the restaurant after being drawn in by the 1000 yen chef's choice lunch set. It was a weekday afternoon and more than half of the seats were already taken. What came out was a large portion of katsu and hamburger set. Both the hamburger and katsu were very delicious with tender meat. However, the local regulars were drinking at the counter, talking loudly with the owner and smoking. I was seated next to them, so I quickly finished my meal and left. If I come again, I will make sure to avoid the times when the regulars are there.

After watching a play at Nakamura-za, we had a late lunch at Tonsho in Ura Asakusa. We shared a Rosu Katsu set and a Hire Katsu set to compare. I prefer the Rosu, but both were tender and juicy. Great Asakusa gourmet experience!

In Asakusa Kannon, there is a tonkatsu restaurant run by the second-generation owner with 50 years of history. The owner has experience in Western cuisine, so not only tonkatsu but also many other menu items are available. The set meals come with pickles and small side dishes, which is nice. I was surprised by how delicious the cabbage was. You can also keep the bottle (laughs).

I found Tonsho by chance when Bistro Fukushotei was unexpectedly closed. I ordered a half-sized Katsu Curry (1400 yen). The pickles served were quite salty. The simmered thick fried tofu was delicious. The Katsu Curry arrived with cabbage on top of rice, topped with tonkatsu. The curry was initially sweet but then became spicy, with a thick Japanese-style curry sauce. The tonkatsu was average. The miso soup had a unique taste.

This is a tonkatsu restaurant in Asakusa with a Foodlog rating of 3.47. It was a late lunch on this day, and I was exploring the back streets of Asakusa trying to decide what to eat. There were not many shops open, but I found a nice-looking place and decided to go in. The place was crowded with many customers, and it seemed like there were a lot of regulars chatting with the owner. I saw someone enjoying a drink from a keep bottle, and I couldn't help but feel a bit envious. I thought it would be nice to find a place like this. It had a unique Asakusa atmosphere. I ordered the loin cutlet, and it was served in about 10 minutes. It was a thick cutlet, fried well, in a traditional style. It was a satisfying meal, and I finished it despite burning my mouth a bit. I think it's a good restaurant.

This is a tonkatsu restaurant located in an area known as the back of the Kannon in Asakusa. The surrounding area is quiet even during the day, making it a recommended spot for those who want to leisurely stroll and enjoy eating. The Rosu Katsu set costs 1,550 yen. The Rosu Katsu, even the regular one, is delicious enough. The fatty pork loin is tender when you bite into it, and the unique sweetness and umami of the pork overflow. The batter is quite ordinary, with a standard thickness and frying level. Some people might prefer it to be fried a bit rarer, but I personally like it when it's fried this well. The meat portion is substantial, satisfying even for men. It comes with plenty of cabbage, miso soup, and potato salad. They also offer other meat dishes like Menchi, beef stew, ginger pork, and hamburger. Many of the customers seem to be locals, and they come to chat with the owner and staff like they're family. It gives off a feeling of a close-knit relationship between the customers and the staff. Asakusa still has these old-fashioned shops, and it makes you feel the depth of this town. They also have an Instagram, so feel free to check it out! https://www.instagram.com/masa2989yo/

The crispy tonkatsu was delicious, but is it zero calories? I had the rosu katsu set meal for 1650 yen. I debated whether to upgrade to the rosu for 2100 yen, but since it was my first time at this restaurant, I stuck with the regular choice. The katsu wasn't greasy, had a crispy texture, and was easy to eat with chopsticks. However, considering the price, I wish the meat had been a bit thicker. Thank you for the meal.

This is a tonkatsu restaurant in Asakusa. I visited casually on a weekday night. In addition to tonkatsu and various fried dishes, they also offer beef stew, ginger pork, hamburg steak, and other meat dishes. They also have rice dishes like pilaf and curry. The menu seems to be quite extensive. I ordered the premium loin cutlet set, which looked the most delicious. It cost 2400 yen. I also got a bottle of beer for 600 yen. As I nibbled on the dried radish that came as a service with the beer, the tonkatsu arrived. It was a thick cutlet. The chef recommended eating it with rock salt. This tonkatsu is delicious. It's thick but tender and has a nice texture. However, I feel like it was fried a bit too much. It's just my personal preference, but I prefer it with a little more pinkness left in the finish. It might be a matter of taste, but for me, this tonkatsu was delicious but not quite "premium." Thank you for the meal.

During the rainy season in Kanto, the weatherman mentioned it was still dry, but I don't really know what this rainy season is all about. Nevertheless, I think it's not so bad if the rain hasn't started falling yet. I searched for a place to eat near Asakusa Temple and found a tonkatsu restaurant offering menchi and croquettes. I vaguely remember visiting this shop before, but I couldn't find my review on Eat Log, which made me wonder if I said something too honest... Curiosity got the best of me, so I bravely pushed open the shop curtain and entered. The restaurant, named "Tonsho," seemed to have been renovated, with a brighter and cleaner interior. I decided to order the menchi katsu priced at 1,450 yen. The meal came with pickles and simmered daikon radish, which was surprisingly delicious. The menchi katsu had a slightly uneven color due to my visit being the first of the day, but it didn't dampen my excitement. I followed my usual sequence of eating menchi, starting with pickles, lemon on the menchi, sauce, and cabbage. The square chopsticks at the shop felt out of place, and I couldn't help but think that cheap, square chopsticks would be more fitting for this down-to-earth tonkatsu place. Another customer, a young man, sat near me and ordered a loin cutlet. After finishing his meal, he politely thanked the staff and left, which seemed a bit strange to me. The menchi katsu was juicy and satisfying, reminding me of a good, honest meal. The menu also offered "Hire Katsu Sandwich" and "Menchi Katsu Sandwich" for 850 yen each, which added to the mysterious charm of the place. Feeling content, I left the restaurant and strolled through Asakusa Temple's grounds like a carefree wanderer.

Mr. Tonkatsu. I wanted to have lunch behind the Kannon in Asakusa, so I visited this restaurant where I had been before. I ordered the pork cutlet set meal. And of course, a beer from noon haha. The tonkatsu had a nostalgic taste and was very delicious. The rice and miso soup were also tasty, and I ended up eating quickly. The atmosphere inside the restaurant was like locals coming to have lunch and chatting with the owner and staff as if they were family. Asakusa is one of the most famous tourist spots in Japan, but this kind of old-fashioned restaurant and atmosphere coexist, making me feel the depth of this town. Thank you for the meal.

Mixed fry set meal for 1650 yen. The crispy and delicious pork cutlet was great. It includes cream croquette, hamburger, shrimp fry, like a grown-up kids' lunch. Besides the photo, it also comes with a small tofu side dish, and the side dishes were light and tasty, so I didn't get tired of it and got full.

Drinking all day in Asakusa, the 6th stop was at a famous tonkatsu restaurant called "Tonsho." This local spot is frequented by locals who enjoy tonkatsu as a snack with drinks and conversation. I ordered a highball and was served pickles and simmered hijiki as appetizers. Next came the miso soup, followed by a huge bowl of rice topped with cabbage, carrot, and a tonkatsu cutlet stuffed with garlic, known as the "Hire Stamina Katsu." Pouring sauce over the bowl, I dug into the crispy garlic cutlet, enjoying the strong garlic flavor. Despite the generous portion, the dish was so delicious that I couldn't stop eating. After finishing the bowl, I drank the miso soup and felt satisfied. For around 1,000 yen, you can enjoy a filling tonkatsu meal made with premium pork from Kagoshima, making this restaurant suitable for both dining and drinking. It's a versatile tonkatsu spot.

Adult lunch♪ 2 pork cutlets, shrimp fry, crab cream croquette, hamburger, and rolled omelette. Drinking from noon, making others jealous of adults from elsewhere! Next time, I'll have the premium pork cutlet.

This is a regular customer's nest, but the taste is unquestionable! The premium roast beef is best enjoyed with salt. I will definitely go back!

The sirloin cutlet set meal costs 2,200 yen. Although sauce was provided on the table, it tasted best when eaten with salt. The sirloin had a high-quality chewy texture. The miso soup was also delicious. Thank you for the meal.

I felt like eating tonkatsu and stopped by Tonsho, where you can enjoy authentic Edo-style tonkatsu. The owner, who looks like a true Edo local, greeted me warmly. I ordered the Hirekatsu set for 1700 yen. The tonkatsu, fried by the elderly chef (probably the owner's father), was cooked slowly at a low temperature, resulting in a rare center. The breading was on the moist side, which was a bit disappointing for someone who prefers a crispy texture. However, the tonkatsu was delicious, so I left satisfied. Tonkatsu in Asakusa tends to be a bit pricey, but for some reason, I find myself craving it regularly. Thank you for the meal.