I moved from Higashijujo to the current Akabane and visited this restaurant for the first time. Inside the restaurant, there are a large number of bottles from the fourteenth generation displayed. The owner said that he trained at Ginza Tenichi, which I didn't know. I had the Matsukado bento and tempura set meal. The tempura was delicious.

I visited "Tempura and Japanese Cuisine Arakawa" in Akabane. The restaurant is located in an arcade called "Lala Garden," about a 6-minute walk from the east exit of JR Akabane Station. The restaurant is a well-established tempura shop that has been in business for 45 years in Higashi-Jujo. The owner trained at "Tenichi" before opening this restaurant. I visited for the first time on a weekday at 1:30 PM. The restaurant had about 10 customers. They offer counter seats, table seats, and private rooms. I was seated at the counter. Menu items I tried: - Edomae Anago Donburi (2,200 yen) - Sakura Ebi and New Onion Tempura (550 yen) The tempura took 6 minutes to be served, while the donburi took 8 minutes. The tempura had finely chopped new onion and a crispy texture. The tempura batter was thick and had a chewy texture, possibly due to being prepared with room temperature water. The Edomae Anago Donburi included large pieces of anago eel, along with pumpkin, eggplant, and butterbur sprout tempura. The anago was soft and had a slightly fishy taste due to insufficient frying time or oil temperature. The tempura batter was not crispy as expected. The pumpkin was slightly hard, and the eggplant had a tough skin. The butterbur sprout had a good aroma and bitterness. The rice was soft and tasty, but the donburi sauce made it a bit sticky. The miso soup was made with clam broth but served at a lower temperature than desired. The restaurant, relocated two years ago, had a clean and spacious interior. However, I felt that the tempura preparation and frying techniques were not up to par for a tempura restaurant. Although I appreciated the addition of seasonal ingredients to the anago donburi, it didn't suit my taste. Overall, it was a disappointing experience.

I visited for the first time at the Lv51 birthday celebration - the tempura (chef's choice) with shirako, scallop, asparagus, and white fish was incredibly delicious ❤️ The sashimi was tender and melt-in-your-mouth, just wonderful ♬ The Fourteenth Generation Festival was amazing (∩︎´∀︎｀)∩︎ I love the cute goldfish decorations~ I'll definitely be back! ✩︎⡱ Thank you for the delicious meal ┏︎○︎)) =

Located in Akabane, the long-established tempura restaurant "Tempura Japanese Cuisine Arakawa" is a place filled with memories for many families. After operating for 45 years in Higashi-Jujo Station, the restaurant relocated to Akabane in 2021. The lunch menu offers Tempura Set Meal for 1,540 yen, which includes tempura of shrimp, fish, mixed vegetables, rice, miso soup, and pickles. The dinner menu starts from 2,640 yen. The photos show the "omakase" (chef's selection) tempura at the counter seats. The total cost for two people, including drinks, was around 15,000 yen. The owner, Mr. Arakawa, trained at Ginza Tenichi and is skilled in conversation. In addition to tempura, the restaurant serves sashimi and other dishes, along with a variety of Japanese sake, including "Juuyondai" from Yamagata. The elegant and clean interior includes counter seats, table seats, and even a tatami room in the back. With many regular customers, this restaurant is suitable for casual dining, dates, and business entertaining. Enjoy authentic tempura in Akabane at this gem of a restaurant.

I went to help a friend who had moved to Akabane and we had lunch there. It was very crowded but we were lucky to find a table for four right away. I ordered the tempura bowl for lunch and it arrived in about 20 minutes. It came with miso soup with clams. The shrimp was plump and juicy, and the batter and sauce were delicious. The vegetable tempura included large chrysanthemum leaves, which added a nice aroma to the dish. We sat near the entrance with the automatic door, so it got a bit chilly every time the door opened.

As soon as the restaurant opened at 11:30 on Saturday, one person entered, followed by two more groups. Customers kept coming in and it quickly became full. I think three groups ordered the famous set meal. It was very busy. I would like to come again next time for drinks. By the time we left, there were 5 people waiting in line from 2 groups.

Relocated to Akabane with a new look, the restaurant stands out with its elegant appearance, making the tempura even more appealing. A short walk from the nearest station, heading straight down the shopping street, you will find the still fresh and elegant exterior of the restaurant. Inside, a spacious L-shaped counter, beautiful walls, and a showcase-like large refrigerator filled with various sake bottles create a charming atmosphere. The owner remains the same, providing friendly and cheerful service, which is always a delight. I have been brought to this restaurant by friends many times, and I must say that both the sashimi and tempura tasted even better than before. I have come to appreciate the importance of visual appeal and ambiance. In particular, the tempura here felt light and crispy, unlike the heavier batter I experienced at another famous tempura restaurant in a downtown area recently. Perhaps due to my friend being a regular, we received excellent service, and I couldn't resist adding an extra dish after being told it was the last one. I ended up misjudging the pace and quantity, and overate, but that was my own fault. Rating: 3.5 stars - Good ★★★★. I might come back if I'm in the area.

Celebrating the Fourteenth Generation: A special event for couples who are both sake enthusiasts, enjoying a delightful capo's special consideration. It's our first time visiting the new location in Akabane after moving from Higashi-Jujo! The highlight of this special occasion is the rare and precious "Fourteenth Generation Banko" that we may never have the chance to taste again. We started with a toast of the "Double Rainbow," a limited edition of only 300 bottles that has been aged for two years at -6°C. It's delicious! How can someone like me be allowed to enjoy such a wonderful sake? Smooth and fragrant, it disappears leaving only the aroma and richness behind. Although it's strange not to review the tempura at a tempura restaurant, this establishment is truly a top-notch place where you can fully appreciate all kinds of "Fourteenth Generation" sakes. Of course, the tempura is also incredibly delicious. It's a place where you can fully enjoy the marriage of delicious tempura, sake, and Fourteenth Generation.

I used it for lunch today. I ordered the tempura set meal. Since it was a counter seat, I could see the tempura being fried. The assorted tempura arrived, crispy and golden. It looked delicious with shrimp, smelt, eggplant, pumpkin, and mixed vegetable tempura. I started with the shrimp tempura, which was delicious. The tempura can be eaten with dipping sauce or salt. The rice, soup, tempura, and pickles were all delicious, and I quickly finished everything. It cost around 1400 yen, so it's a bit on the expensive side for Akabane, but it was a luxurious lunch. The head chef was friendly, and I would like to try going there at night next time. Thank you for the meal.

On November 11, 2021 (Thursday), at the 506th restaurant in Akabane and the 2876th restaurant in Tokyo, for some reason, my review, along with the comments, disappeared even though I had received them. So, I will post it again in a simple sentence. Sometimes reviews disappear, I wonder why? I apologize for that. The conger eel and tempura tendon were delicious. It would have been better if the conger eel tempura was placed on top instead of under the other tempura, and if the rice was a little firmer.

Under KJS, but after half a year, I decided to patrol Akabane on a weekday. The crowd hasn't changed much. I decided to strengthen security on the 1st street, which has many bars. It can be divided into three patterns: 1) Closed due to KJS, 2) Open but refraining from serving alcohol, 3) Not affected at all. The food and beverage industry is struggling despite coming up with solutions due to the repeated cycles of KJS and MBS. I hope for a new policy on "relaxing restrictions on activities after October." However, having a vaccine passport doesn't mean everything is okay, and we shouldn't rely too much on vaccines. After finishing the patrol, I decided to have a meat lunch and walked down Shimo Suzuran Street. I saw a restaurant called "Landmark" with a variety of hamburger menu options. I hesitated but ultimately decided to try a tempura restaurant called "Jusshidai Kuranomi" in LaLa Garden, which seemed clean and had a reasonable lunch menu. I ordered the special tempura rice bowl and enjoyed the sophisticated atmosphere of the restaurant, which recently relocated from Higashi-Jujo after 45 years in business. The tempura had a unique batter, and although I felt a bit of regret seeing other tempura dishes, the highlight was the premium Jusshidai Kuranomi brand. It was a great place for seniors with its refined ambiance and high-quality feel. The tempura dish consisted of shrimp, eggplant, pumpkin, shishito pepper, and shrimp tempura. The batter was a bit oily, but it was a unique type. The restaurant is known for its close relationship with the Jusshidai brewery, offering all their brands, including the hard-to-find "Ryugatsu." If you want to experience Jusshidai to the fullest, this is the place to go!

In the midst of a light rain, I felt like eating tempura and stumbled upon this restaurant. The storefront was lovely, with a high-class design featuring goldfish swimming near the entrance. I was seated at the counter, where the chef cooked tempura right in front of me. I ordered the tempura set meal (1430 yen) and the kakiage was excellent, with plenty of ingredients and a deliciously crispy texture. However, the batter was a bit thick, giving more of a fried taste than highlighting the ingredients. The tempura was served at a temperature that was easy to eat, but it seemed like it had been sitting for a bit. Overall, the price was fair.

I found a restaurant while walking through the arcade to have dinner. It seems they recently relocated from Higashijujo to Akabane, as there were goldfish bowls and orchids decorating the entrance, and the interior was beautiful. Since it's a tempura restaurant, I thought I couldn't miss out on the tempura, but I decided to order the Four Seasons Bento which includes sashimi, grilled dishes, and simmered dishes. The tempura consisted of various vegetables, shrimp, and white fish served with grated daikon dipping sauce. It had a crispy texture and was delicious. The sashimi included two types of white fish and fatty tuna. They were fresh and the fatty tuna was especially delicious. The grilled dish was white fish, probably prepared in the Kyoto-style, with a fragrant and delicious taste. Lastly, the simmered dish included shiitake mushrooms, carrots, taro, and konjac, a simple dish but the flavors were deeply infused, and it was the most impressive taste. The meal came with rice, miso soup with clams, and pickles, providing a satisfying dining experience.

A renowned restaurant that had been in business for 45 years in Higashi-Jujo has relocated to Akabane and reopened. I had been wanting to visit this place, so when I happened to be nearby for another errand, I decided to stop by for lunch. The restaurant quickly filled up with customers dining alone or in groups. They offer a variety of dishes, but I ordered the tempura set for 1440 yen. The tempura was crispy and delicious, perfectly complemented by the dipping sauce. The miso soup with small clams and red pickles were also tasty, and the rice was very satisfying. Although I didn't ask for seconds, you can have unlimited rice refills. However, the portion size might be a bit much for women. It would be even better if they offered a smaller set option. I observed the owner giving instructions to the staff while frying the tempura, and his guidance was very polite and kind, reflecting his personality. Despite being busy, the staff provided excellent customer service. I will definitely be returning!

The tempura restaurant that opened in Lalagarden looked clean and caught my attention, so I visited with my family for dinner. We ordered the snow tempura set meal and added additional orders according to our preferences. The food was excellent, as shown in the attached images. The service was attentive, and although we chose a table seat today, chatting with the friendly master at the counter seems like a good option too. The restaurant is beautifully designed with multiple table seats and tatami rooms, making it convenient for different occasions. The sashimi exceeded our expectations, indicating high-quality ingredients. It was nice to receive complimentary tempura flakes to take home. Other customers were enjoying conversations while ordering their favorite tempura dishes, creating a lively atmosphere. The pace of the meal was a bit rushed for us, but it was fine for my family who eats quickly. The variety of appetizers and the cozy atmosphere suggest it would be a great place to relax and enjoy drinks when we have the chance. Considering the quality and service, the prices are reasonable. Overall, we found a convenient and enjoyable restaurant. Thank you for the meal.

As I was walking, I came across a fancy-looking entrance that seemed delicious, so I decided to go in. The tempura bowl I had was amazing! It had two shrimp and lots of finely chopped shrimp inside the tempura, which was a delight for shrimp lovers. [Ordered Items] Special Tempura Bowl (shrimp, kisu fish, tempura, vegetables) Comes with pickles and miso soup with clams Price: 1430 yen

A tempura restaurant facing the arcade shopping street Lalagarden. The cheerful voice of the master echoes throughout the shop, with three experienced staff members creating a lively atmosphere. The lunch menu is diverse, with the base set including a variety of tempura such as "shrimp" x2, "kiss fish," "eggplant," "rape blossoms," "pumpkin," and "mixed tempura." The thick tempura batter pairs well with the rice and the "clam miso soup" set. As indicated on the outdoor sign, they also serve "Juyondai" sake. A place where you'd want to linger and enjoy during the evening with the menu displayed on the blackboard.

*Waiting Time* I arrived on Saturday at 12:00 and was the 4th in line. The place was probably full right after it opened at 11:30. I was able to get in without waiting at 12:30. I was seated at 12:30, served my bowl at 12:45, and finished eating by 13:10. *Order & Price* I ordered the tempura set meal for 1,430 yen. *Atmosphere* The place had a clean and fresh feel as it had just opened. There were counter seats, tables, and it seemed like there were also tatami mat seating at the back. The counter seats offer a good view of the inside. There were goldfish which added a relaxing touch. It seemed like there were many regular customers. The owner had many patches on their hands, which made me realize it must be a tough job. *Service* There were no papers to write your name on. One person was seated at the counter, and a group of 3 who arrived after me were seated before me. Since it might feel awkward to occupy a 4-person table alone, it was understandable. The warm tea was a nice touch. *Impressions* This is a restaurant owned by an acquaintance of an acquaintance. I had heard about it being in Higashi-Jujo about 3 years ago but never had the chance to visit. Finally, I visited after it moved to Akabane. The plates were all lovely. The plate for the assorted tempura was big and gave a luxurious impression. The miso soup was a red clam soup. The tempura, in general, had a light and crispy texture, giving a homey and nostalgic feeling. The dipping sauce was mild, with the coarse salt being a nice touch. The pickles were a mix of pickled shiba-zuke and thinly sliced cucumber with a mild and delicious flavor. The shrimp was served alive and was small but plump and tender, very tasty even down to the tail. The kisu fish was light in flavor but tender. The rape blossoms had a good balance of bitterness. The eggplant was small but tender. The kakiage had small cuts of squid, shrimp, and leeks, with the main focus being the tempura batter. The pumpkin was thick, plump, sweet, and delicious. The rice was shiny and delicious, and even though I asked for a small portion, it felt like a regular serving. *Expectations* The highlights were the shrimp, pumpkin, pickles, rice, and coarse salt. Overall, the ingredients were small in size, and there was a lot of batter. I thought it might have been better with a thinner and crispier batter. If I have the chance to go again, I would like to try the tempura rice bowl.

This is a shop where you can get a 1-go bottle of Junmai Honmaru for just 990 yen. I enjoyed the tempura with salt, it was delicious.

"I had tried to visit 'Aragawa' a few times before it moved. I think I gave up around the third attempt because I thought they no longer served lunch. When I was searching for restaurants in the Akabane area this time, the name of the restaurant triggered something in my brain. I felt a sense of familiarity. So, I decided to head to the restaurant. Upon arrival, I checked on Tabelog and confirmed that they had indeed moved. It was my first visit. I entered the restaurant, and it had a traditional Japanese atmosphere with chefs working at the counter. I decided to go for the tempura set meal. The chef seemed to exude a sense of tradition, and there was a noticeable generation gap in the ambiance. The tempura arrived after a short wait, but the rice and miso soup came a bit later. I thought it would have been ideal to serve them together for a lunch set. The miso soup was lukewarm, which was a bit surprising, but the tempura was freshly fried and delicious. The tempura consisted of pumpkin, two prawns, green peppers, eggplant, smelt fish, and mixed vegetable tempura. Salt and dashi were provided on the table. The tempura was above a certain standard, and I found it quite tasty. The mixed vegetable tempura was particularly good. Towards the end, I made a mini tempura rice bowl with some of the tempura pieces. It was delicious. Despite the lukewarm miso soup and the slightly inconsistent service, it seemed like the chef was leading the team, and everyone was influenced by his style. I was satisfied with being able to visit the restaurant that caught my interest."