This is a review of the "Kimukatsu" sandwich from the Isetan Shinjuku Omeza Fair. The sandwich consists of thinly sliced layers of domestic pork loin, stacked 25 layers high and deep-fried. It comes in a cute box shaped like a bus driven by a pig. When you open the box, you'll find two sandwiches packed tightly inside. Each sandwich is thick, with the bread measuring 2.7 cm and the width being 7.5 cm. The meat is fluffy and juicy, with layers visible between each slice. The sandwiches come in different flavors like plum and shiso, yuzu pepper, and cheese, each with a unique taste. The Kimukatsu itself is large and filling, with options like plum and shiso, yuzu pepper, and cheese. While the prices may seem a bit high, the visual appeal and delicious taste make it worth it.

I was torn between the Milfeuille Katsu with its distinct features and deliciousness, and the assorted Kimukatsu with different flavors. However, since I had never tried Kimukatsu other than pork, I decided to go with the beef, pork, and chicken trio assortment. The pork had the reliable deliciousness unique to Milfeuille Katsu, while the chicken, thinly sliced, seemed to lose some juiciness but was refreshing when eaten with ponzu sauce. As for the beef, the thinly sliced meat layered and cooked together brought out the distinct flavor and aroma of beef, which may be a matter of personal preference. What I realized again this time was that the Milfeuille Katsu remains tender even when cold, making it perfect for a katsu sandwich. It's definitely a contender for train station bento or inflight meals. You can also watch a 60-second video on Instagram in addition to the above introduction.

Kimukatsu, who surprised the world with their unique "meat mille-feuille" method, is now mainly offering delivery services, with only the Ebisu main store and Ariake store available for dine-in in Tokyo. Today, I visited the Ebisu main store for the first time in 10 years. I was amazed by the variety of the menu, with 7 different flavors of Kimukatsu available, including not only pork but also beef and chicken mille-feuille cutlets. The range of sauces, such as ginger miso, mushroom, and demiglace, was also impressive. Today, I tried the famous pork "Kimukatsu Cheese" (1,350 yen/130g, served with cabbage), along with the unlimited rice set (530 yen) and a draft beer (580 yen). The mille-feuille cutlet was juicy and tender, just like I remembered it from 10 years ago. As the sign on the store proudly proclaims, "Not just tonkatsu, but Kimukatsu," this dish truly stands out from the usual tonkatsu. It's a dish I crave occasionally when I've had my fill of regular tonkatsu.

Actor Masato Sakai (49) starred in the Sunday drama "VIVANT" (TBS, Sundays at 9:00 p.m.), which aired its first episode as a 108-minute special on the 16th. This drama, planned and directed by Katsuo Fukuzawa, who has produced hit dramas such as "Hanzawa Naoki" and "Shitamachi Rocket," is an original drama from the same station. The scale of the filming in harsh Mongolia without CGI is impressive, and the story, including the cast, is very serious, making it a highly anticipated drama of the year. Oh, it's amazing from the first episode, it's like a movie. The actors are also luxurious! The budget must be crazy too. Even if you don't usually watch Japanese dramas, you should definitely watch this one! Today's review is for "Kimukatsu Ebisu Main Store," located about a 4-minute walk from Ebisu Station, along Ebisu Street. Opened in April 2003, "Tonkatsu? No, it's Kimukatsu." They have evolved tonkatsu into a mille-feuille katsu! Founded in Ebisu and expanded to six countries worldwide. Operated by "Integration Co., Ltd.," a tonkatsu restaurant. I visited for lunch on a weekday. I've always been curious about this place but never had the courage to go in, so it remained on my to-do list. On this day, I was deciding between Chinese food or here, and when the traffic light turned green at the intersection, I felt a sign and decided to go in. Kimukatsu? A katsu with kimchi? That's probably what most people misunderstand. Hmm, not really appealing. Upon closer inspection of the sign, I understood that it was katsu with layers of meat stacked on top of each other. Ah, that's what it is. Hmm, that doesn't sound too appealing (laughs). Later, when I looked it up on Wikipedia, Kimukatsu is known for its mille-feuille katsu. They stack 25 slices of 0.5mm thin pork, fry it slowly in low-temperature oil for 8 minutes, and then let it steam for 2 minutes while standing upright, a unique cooking method that gives it a tenderness not found in other stores. I see, I wonder if I'm assuming that it's a dish born from a home-cooked meal. No, wait. I think there was a similar dish before... I dug deeper. Originally, it is said to have originated from Mihiro (Kimukatsu Sharyu Gin) in Asahiku, Yokohama. Oh, so it's mille-feuille katsu. It might be better to abbreviate it as "Milkatsu," but then it might overlap with the names of other stores like Katsuya, Matsunoya, and Origin Higashishu... Oh well, never mind. Kimukatsu Ebisu Main Store is located on the first floor of a building with many restaurants, with a cozy atmosphere inside. There are counter seats and table seats, but I chose a wall-facing counter seat for a more relaxing experience. I sat at the counter facing the wall. While drinking tea and watching a movie on my smartphone, I waited. The condiments on the table are well-stocked. PayPay is accepted♪ Today, I tried the "Kimukatsu Black Curry" for 1300 yen, which comes with cabbage, rice, and fukujinzuke. Refills are available for cabbage, rice, and fukujinzuke. Many customers seem to go for the katsu set, but I felt like trying this black curry. The only thing that concerns me is whether the menu's "daily special" is true. Will there be sashimi set meal tomorrow? I wasn't sure, but it seems that the "flavor" of the katsu set changes. Today, it was plain and umeshiso. First, cabbage is served. Mix it with your favorite dressing and enjoy the fresh, crunchy taste. Refills are available! After a while, the curry is brought to the table. It's simple. Oh, there's no miso soup? I see, maybe it doesn't come with curry... That's a hidden blind spot. Well, it makes sense that it doesn't come with curry. Let's dig in. The curry is delicious as usual. It's the type of curry I like, with plenty of vegetable flavor. Although there are no ingredients, it goes well with the curry. The katsu is tasty. It was totally worth it! Crispy and juicy, as cliché as it sounds, it's a good match with the curry. Well, even regular tonkatsu would be fine. Refills for rice, fukujinzuke, and cabbage—another round of cabbage, please. I finished it all. When I paid at the end of the meal, I asked the staff, "What is Kimukatsu?" and they didn't know, haha. Bon appétit!

Every Saturday evening is our dining out day. Today, we went to a restaurant with my partner after work. Although we knew about the restaurant, it was our first visit. Despite it being the weekend, we were lucky to arrive during a quiet time and were able to enter smoothly. We were seated in a nice private room at the back of the restaurant, and we received complimentary cabbage. The meal was delicious, and we will definitely go back again.

Choose the Kimukatsu Zen Plain! It's not just tonkatsu, but a new genre called Kimukatsu. The coating is crispy and the layers of pork are juicy and tender. It's satisfying to eat without being heavy, and you can enjoy it with a crispy texture.

First visit. A tonkatsu restaurant located in an area with many eateries near Ebisu Station. This pork cutlet chain operates not only in Japan but also in 5 stores in Thailand, 6 stores in Indonesia, 3 stores in Taiwan, and 2 stores in the Philippines. The operation is handled by Integration Co., Ltd. The signature menu is the so-called "Milfeuille Katsu," which is made by stacking thinly sliced pork and then deep-frying it. Personally, I thought it was called "Kimchi Tonkatsu" or something like that, produced by a certain Ki** brother, but it is actually called "Kimukatsu" taking the initials of "Kibou to Yume no Aru Katsu" (Katsu with Hope and Dreams). Well, whether that's true or not, it used to be very popular, so I wanted to try it once. Of course, I went to the main store in Ebisu. This restaurant is available for online reservations through Tabelog, but I decided to walk in. I arrived at the restaurant during dinner time. There was no line, and I entered smoothly. In fact, it was quite empty. The restaurant has table seats and counter seats against the wall. Since I was alone, I chose the counter seat against the wall. I ordered the anniversary menu, which features Milfeuille Katsu made with pork from Hirata Ranch. I have heard about the deliciousness of Hirata Ranch pork at "Enraku" and "Hasegawa," so I didn't hesitate to order the anniversary menu. The Hirata Ranch Three-Layered Pork Katsu Set (2020 yen) and one shrimp fry (free with a Tabelog coupon) came to a total of 2020 yen. It seems that it takes quite some time to deep-fry the Katsu. However, before the Katsu arrives, shredded cabbage is served, so let's eat that while waiting. The cabbage seems to be in a state where it lacks the will to drain the water, but it's okay because you can have unlimited refills and there is cabbage dressing available. It's nice that they serve the cabbage first, especially for those who prioritize vegetables. I casually got a refill of cabbage and enjoyed it crispy. Then, the main dish, the Hirata Ranch Three-Layered Pork Katsu Set, was served. I see, it really is thinly sliced meat. However, there is meat juice floating from the cross-section, and the coating is free from any oily smell, so it looks quite delicious. Actually, it was quite good. Since the meat is thinly sliced and stacked, it lacks the overwhelming sweetness and juiciness of thick-cut loin cutlet, but the tenderness is better, and you can enjoy the taste of the meat and fat to some extent. I ordered the plain flavor, but with this taste, it might have been more enjoyable if I had chosen one of the various flavored Kimukatsu that the restaurant boasts. The cheese flavor or the plum shiso flavor would definitely go well with this. It seems like a lot of fun to go with multiple people, order different flavors of Kimukatsu, and share them. What surprised me more than the Kimukatsu was actually the rice. The rice was unexpectedly delicious. The plumply cooked rice has a nice aroma, sweetness, and a chewy texture, and you could easily eat a whole bowl of rice just by itself. It seems that they cook one serving of rice per order. Freshly cooked rice is always delicious, right? By the way, you can have unlimited refills of rice, but I didn't get a refill because I think the refill rice is not freshly cooked. However, the amount of rice served was quite satisfying. They probably cooked about one cup of rice. The Kimukatsu and rice were good, but the pickles and miso soup were disappointing. The pickles seemed to be cheap commercial products, and the miso soup smelled strongly of instant soup. Those are important too, right? Oh, the miso soup also comes with unlimited refills. The shrimp fry was slightly small in size, but like the Kimukatsu, it was fried well. It's nice that there is tartar sauce available. And it's free, so it's even more enjoyable when you think about that. To be honest, when I entered the restaurant and saw the empty interior, I was prepared for a losing battle, but that was not the case at all. This tonkatsu is different from the strong-flavored loin cutlet but it's still good. A set meal with this content for 2020 yen at night near Ebisu Station is quite a deal.

"Rosukatsu set meal for 1,200 yen. The pork cutlet is 150g and quite filling. You can have unlimited refills of cabbage, rice, miso soup, and pickles for free. The dressing is delicious, so I ended up eating it all before the tonkatsu arrived. The rice in the wooden container was shiny and also delicious! The tonkatsu was tender and tasty. Personally, I preferred the salt flavor. I also want to try their signature dish, the mille-feuille cutlet."

When searching for beef cutlet, I visited this place as it appeared on the top search results. It is located in a stylish corner of Ebisu where fashionable izakayas line up, and has a calm atmosphere. Being a well-known chain with multiple stores, the taste is guaranteed. As it was my first time, I ordered the regular Kimukatsu set. It's not in the form of a set meal, but you order Kimukatsu with rice and miso soup on the side, which was a bit confusing for me and I had to ask the staff. They kindly explained it to me. As for the taste, the meat was indeed very tender and incredibly delicious, just as the reviews say. The rice in the wooden tub was good, and having unlimited refills of rice, miso soup, and cabbage is very much appreciated. If you ever crave beef cutlet, it's worth a visit.

I visited Kimukatsu, the originator of Mille-Feuille Katsu, and they had a limited menu to celebrate their 20th anniversary! I couldn't resist limited edition items, so I decided to try it immediately! The limited edition menu was the "Hirata Ranch Three-Element Pork Kimukatsu Meal," featuring the original three-element pork from Hirata Ranch that was used when they first opened 20 years ago. The pork loin is sliced super thin and layered 25 times to recreate the original Kimukatsu. Congratulations on 20 years of business! The katsu was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and it was delicious. I loved the rich flavor of the sauce! The shredded cabbage was light and soft, making it easy to eat. You can have seconds of miso soup and rice, which is great for miso soup lovers. The white rice was also delicious (trust me, I'm from Niigata prefecture!). They have various other katsu flavors, so I definitely want to go back again.

I used it for lunch and ordered the plain Kimukatsu lunch. Depending on the day, you can choose cheese, so it's lucky when there is cheese, but unfortunately not today. The taste is consistent and satisfying, but personally, I think the rice is delicious and that's the main reason I come here. It comes in a wooden rice container, so if you want to eat a lot, it might be good for you because you can get refills.

I visited for lunch a little after 12 p.m. on Friday. Since I was alone, I was able to sit at the counter without any problem. I ordered the Pork Cutlet Set for 1,200 yen (including tax). For a lunch option, it's a bit on the pricier side going over 1,000 yen, but compared to the prices at recent tonkatsu chains, where 90 grams can cost over 1,300 yen, I think 1,200 yen for 150 grams here is quite reasonable. The cutlet had a good amount of meat and the sweetness of the pork was evident, making it quite delicious. Additionally, the rice was cooked carefully and served neatly in a rice bowl, which was a nice touch. The grains were sparkling. In a time where prices are constantly rising, please continue to offer this quality at this price! Thank you in advance.

Eating lots of cabbage is the best. The rice comes in a nice wooden rice container and is cooked perfectly. You can have as many refills as you want with miso soup and pickles. The chicken with rice flour and seven spice seasoning was the most delicious. The Kanjin mille-feuille cutlet is juicy inside, but has a lot of air so it's not very filling, but easy to eat quickly. The set with crab cream croquette costs just under 2000 yen. Seems like Ebisu prices. It might not be popular in Osaka.

Ebisu Higashi-guchi is a popular tonkatsu restaurant where lunch starts around 11:40 am and by 12 pm it's almost full. Despite being crowded, we were seated at a spacious table for four. When we ordered the lunch set, a plate of cabbage with free refills was quickly brought to us. It takes about 15 minutes for the main dish to arrive, so we couldn't resist starting on the cabbage with plenty of tonkatsu sauce. By the time the tonkatsu was served, we were already asking for more cabbage. The lunch menu offers a choice between Kimukatsu or Rosukatsu, as well as black curry. Kimukatsu is thinly sliced and layered tonkatsu with a light taste, but choosing yuzu kosho flavor adds a nice touch. My recommendation is the Rosukatsu. The pork loin has some fat but is tender, with a crispy coating and a rich, slightly sweet tonkatsu sauce. Plentiful mustard adds to the perfect combination. Placing it on freshly cooked rice and taking a bite, the rice is so delicious - shiny and fluffy with individual grains visible. The juicy tonkatsu with rich sauce makes the rice disappear quickly, leading to more rice and seconds of miso soup and pickles. In the end, we were in a food coma, completely satisfied.

【Date】Visited on a weekday at 5:00 PM as a party of one.【Reservation】Not made. Was able to enter without waiting as it was right after opening and there were no previous customers. However, more customers started arriving later, indicating that it is popular for dinner as well.【Location】About a 5-minute walk from Ebisu Station.【Interior】Tables and semi-private rooms available. The dim lighting creates a calm atmosphere, and the semi-private rooms allow for a relaxed dining experience without being bothered by other customers.【Order】・Assorted Beef, Pork, and Chicken Cutlet SetA luxurious set where you can compare and enjoy beef, pork, and chicken cutlets in a mille-feuille style♪ First, shredded cabbage is served. It's great that refills are available. While enjoying the cabbage with dressing, you wait for the cutlets to arrive. Next, rice and miso soup are served. The rice is shiny and white in a traditional wooden rice container! It seems they serve freshly cooked rice to each customer. Then, the cutlets arrive. The beef can be enjoyed with salt + wasabi or dashi soy sauce + wasabi for a refreshing taste. The rich flavor of the beef is prominent and delicious! The pork is undeniably tasty. It goes perfectly with the sauce + mustard. The chicken is light and refreshing. It's delicious with sauce, but also great with just salt! The use of good quality oil made it possible to finish the meal without feeling heavy. Thank you for the meal!【Service】The staff were efficient and friendly.【Final Thoughts】You can enjoy a comparison of beef, pork, and chicken cutlets along with delicious freshly cooked white rice! I recommend the Assorted Beef, Pork, and Chicken Cutlet Set!

I had heard of this place before but never had the chance to visit until recently when I was nearby. It is located in an office district southeast of Ebisu Station's east exit. The restaurant has a trendy chain restaurant vibe with a Japanese twist. I ordered the Kimukatsu set for lunch. The Kimukatsu, which is a layered pork cutlet, had a crispy and crunchy coating, but the meat itself lacked flavor and was rather bland. Overall, it was a bit disappointing in terms of value for money. I would like to try a regular pork cutlet next time to see if my opinion changes.

The pork, chicken, and beef comparison meal for 2,680 yen is very good!!️ The highlight is the Milfeuille Katsu, which has a beautiful appearance and a fluffy crispy texture that has been a long-time favorite since my time in the local area. This visit was after a long time, but it was still delicious! The meal allows you to compare and enjoy the differences in taste and texture of pork, chicken, and beef cutlets, which are all very satisfying and easy to finish with a smile. You can have unlimited refills of rice, miso soup, cabbage, and pickles!! The combination of tonkatsu and rice is unbeatable. I ate to my heart's content, it was amazing 😂. The Milfeuille Katsu looks beautiful and tastes delicious. It is a place that holds memories for me, as I visited it even during my trips to Tokyo when I was still in Aichi. It has been years since my last visit, but it is still delicious!! The cutlets are carefully prepared in a Milfeuille style, fried to lock in the flavor, and have a fluffy texture that is irresistible. This time, I ordered a comparison set! The beef is served with wasabi and special broth, while the chicken and pork are enjoyed with sauce, ponzu, and salt to savor the different flavors. My personal favorite is the chicken!! It has a strong sweetness, is tender, and goes well with salt 😄. The location is great, just a short walk from Ebisu Station, and the service of unlimited refills except for tonkatsu is fantastic ⭐️ The restaurant is clean and cozy!! It is a place that I would love to visit again to enjoy delicious tonkatsu!! The name Milfeuille sounds amazing! ☺️

On a holiday, I visited this restaurant alone for lunch. It is located near Ebisu Station East Exit, on a street lined with various food establishments. It is probably crowded with office workers on weekdays, but on weekends, there are fewer people and the atmosphere inside the restaurant is calm. I ordered the Kimukatsu lunch set, which is a type of mille-feuille cutlet. It has a different texture from regular tonkatsu and is very satisfying to eat. This time, I chose the cheese flavor, but the cheese quickly hardens, so if you want to enjoy it slowly, I recommend choosing a different flavor. I would like to visit again if I have the chance.

I had a late lunch at Kimukatsu. The restaurant was spacious and I couldn't see very far, but there was at least one other group of customers. There were also customers ordering takeout. I ordered the tonkatsu set lunch, which came with rice in a wooden rice container, 8 slices of tonkatsu, cabbage, miso soup, and pickles. The price was reasonable and everything was delicious. I remember that the mille-feuille tonkatsu used to be popular. I don't mind paying more for quality tonkatsu, so next time I'll try a popular menu item that is a bit more expensive. Thank you for the meal.

The tonkatsu restaurant that gained popularity with its mille-feuille tonkatsu has now evolved into a more traditional tonkatsu eatery. They serve not only tonkatsu, but also cabbage and rice in a traditional wooden rice container. I ordered the loin cutlet set meal for 1200 yen, which is a great deal for tonkatsu of this quality. They also offer a variety of options such as the kimchi-wrapped kimukatsu set meal. Of course, their signature mille-feuille tonkatsu is still available on the menu!

Sometimes I remember and suddenly crave the king of mille-feuille cutlets, "Kimukatsu." My order always includes cheese and black pepper. The cheese is just right, adding a mellow flavor without overpowering the taste of the meat. The black pepper provides a spicy accent that I love. While there are other options like garlic, plum and shiso, and yuzu pepper, my go-to is always cheese and black pepper. I also love the all-you-can-eat cabbage. In the past, there used to be long lines to get inside the restaurant, but recently (since a while ago?), the place is empty... With the difficult situation for restaurants due to the pandemic, I hope Kimukatsu doesn't disappear. Thank you for the meal!