Interviews and photography are prohibited at the famous tonkatsu restaurant. Based on reviews from seniors, it was clear that the owner was difficult to please, so it was important to understand the rules before entering. Although the restaurant was supposed to open at 12:00, it was changed to 12:30 on the day of the visit. Arriving around 11:50, I was able to secure a good spot in line. I ordered the special loin and special fillet with beer and sake. It was mentioned that the owner's parents run a butcher shop, ensuring high-quality meat and a reliable distribution network. The owner also has experience as a hotel chef, showcasing his culinary skills. After 20 minutes of waiting, the low-temperature fried special loin and special fillet arrived. The dishes were beautifully presented, with a tower of cabbage mixed with shiso in the center of a square plate. The special loin was cut vertically, revealing a pink and juicy interior. The special fillet was tender and free of any unpleasant odors. It seemed like the meat was from the central part of the fillet. It had been a while since I had tonkatsu, and this meal was a hit. Although I couldn't take photos, the delicious taste left me wanting to visit again. I enjoyed the tasty tonkatsu. Thank you for the meal.

Because there was a typhoon and I arrived a bit late, the restaurant was supposed to open after 6 o'clock, but when I got there, I was able to enter. There were about 5 groups of customers ahead of me, and a couple was chatting while waiting. I was told to sit at the counter as a solo customer, and then I was asked to place my order. I ordered the special loin cutlet, which the staff seemed to mishear at first. The menu had so many options that it was hard to decide, but since loin cutlets are popular now, I chose that. The dish arrived with a mountain of cabbage and a neatly placed lemon next to the cutlet. I received water, a wet towel, and chopsticks over the counter. The chef, who was running the place alone, made the cutlet perfectly. It was delicious, with the meat being surprisingly tender and fluffy. The chef even shared some stories about their parents with me over the counter, making me feel warm inside. It was a delightful meal.

Located a 3-minute walk from the north exit of JR Kinshicho Station, this tonkatsu restaurant has been selected as one of the top 100 tonkatsu restaurants in 2022. Arrived on a Sunday at 11:40 and there was already one group waiting ahead. The opening hours vary by day, so if you want to get in on the first round, it's better to go before 12:00. On this day, the restaurant opened at 12:30, and we were able to get in on the first round. Here's what we ordered this time: - Special fillet set meal: 1,950 yen (tax included) - Special loin set meal: 1,800 yen (tax included) We shared them between two people. You can get extra rice for an additional charge, but the portions are generous so you'll be satisfied. Both the fillet and loin were thick and juicy. The shredded cabbage with shiso was a personal favorite. Other sides included tomato, lemon, and plenty of mustard. Pickles (cucumber & radish), white rice, and miso soup are also served. After the meal, we were treated to almond jelly dessert with jasmine tea. The almond jelly was served chilled and topped with orange, which was a nice touch. Before going, I thought the price of 2,000 yen was a bit high, but after finishing the meal, I felt it was actually quite reasonable and very satisfying. Other notes: - 5 counter seats and 2 tables for 4 people each. - No photography allowed in the restaurant, including the tonkatsu. I will definitely be coming back here again! Thank you for the delicious meal ☺︎

Today, the restaurant opened at 12:15. There was a line of 10 people before opening, so everyone was able to get in on the first round. I ordered the special loin. The cabbage was piled high and towards the end it was quite difficult to finish. The loin itself was very tender and the portion was generous, so you need to be quite hungry when you go. Lastly, a firm almond jelly was served, which was delicious and very cold. The owner runs the place alone, so it would be helpful for customers sitting at the counter to offer to help with clearing plates.

I visited for lunch on Saturday. I arrived at 12:00 for the 12:20 opening and there were already 4 people waiting. There are 5 seats at the counter and 2 tables for 4 people each. The food was delicious in every way! The half-cooked cutlet was tender and tasty, the cabbage with shiso was delicious, and even the miso soup was tasty. I had the special loin cutlet set, which had generous portions of various items, so I thought I could have had less rice and cabbage. It was a happy meal. And it was nice to have almond jelly for dessert!

I visited the restaurant I had been checking out since I came to Kinshicho. It was around lunchtime and the counter was full, so I was seated at a table. I decided to order the special selected pork because it seemed cheaper compared to other places. The pork came out in two rows, with a large serving of cabbage and rice. I tried to take a photo, but was told it was not allowed. I remembered seeing signs saying no photography on the walls and menu. The taste was delicious, the oil was refined and sweet. After the meal, they served tea and almond jelly, which was unexpectedly delicious for a tonkatsu restaurant. Thank you for the meal.

I came to Kuriya, a 5-minute walk from Kinshicho Station. It was crowded during lunchtime, but I was able to get a table. There was a big sign saying no photography allowed, and the atmosphere suggested that the owner is very particular about their food. The eternal question of whether to order the loin or the fillet, but I decided on the special fillet for 1950 yen. Unfortunately, there are no photos, but the fillet was a round stick-like piece of meat, thickly cut and very generous in portion. It was slightly pink inside, tender and juicy overall. It rivals the quality of famous tonkatsu places like Narikura and Agezuki. Offering this for 1950 yen makes it quite a renowned restaurant. Pickles and almond jelly are served after the meal. Pencil Inn is definitely one of the recommended tonkatsu restaurants. Thank you for the meal!

This is a review of a tonkatsu restaurant that was ranked in the top 100 for 2022. I visited the restaurant in the evening around 6:20 pm, which was the perfect timing as they were just opening. The interior of the restaurant does not allow photography. The menu is displayed on the wall and tables. There are 5 counter seats and 2 tables with 4 seats each. I am not sure if there are more seats at the back. Even if you come as a party of 2, you may end up sitting next to others or sharing a table depending on the timing. They ask you to leave the door slightly open by about 1 cm. I ordered the bara katsu set meal for 1,300 yen, which comes with rice, miso soup, and almond jelly. It also includes pickled cucumber and daikon radish. There are various sauces and dressings on the table. You can also order individual items. The tonkatsu comes with a generous serving of shredded cabbage with large shiso leaves and a lemon wedge. The bara katsu has shiso leaves inside. The miso soup contains mushrooms and tofu. After finishing the meal, you receive almond jelly and tea. This tonkatsu restaurant is quite popular.

A popular tonkatsu restaurant in Kinshicho where the owner runs the shop alone, remembering each order carefully, providing water while frying, and serving rice and miso soup efficiently. The unique way of arranging the cutlet, sliced vertically in half and then horizontally with 5 cuts, placed at a right angle, is a distinctive feature. Photography, including food, is prohibited inside the restaurant. Reviews on food websites like Tabelog are not welcome at all. Location: 8 minutes walk from Kinshicho Station. Business hours: [Lunch] 11:30-13:45 (L.O.) [Dinner] 18:00-20:30 (L.O. 20:00), open on Sundays. Closed on Mondays. Crowded conditions: I visited on a weekday evening. I was seated right away, but had to wait about 45 minutes for the food to be served. Today I ordered the "Special Loin Set" (¥1800). Photography, including food, is prohibited inside the restaurant. The owner runs the shop alone, and the set meal includes rice, miso soup, and almond jelly. It is a popular restaurant always full of customers, so I waited about 45 minutes from ordering to the food being brought to the table. The low-temperature cooked special loin has a striking golden-colored coating. When tasted, the moist and tender coating, overflowing sweet fat, and tender loin moisten the mouth in succession. Depending on the part, there are areas with a crispy coating and a substantial meaty texture, making it not one-dimensional. It looked like a substantial amount, but it was light and easy to eat. The mountain of cabbage was surprisingly mixed with large shiso leaves. The rice had a sweetness to it, and the miso soup had plenty of nameko mushrooms in it. After the meal, I also had tea and almond jelly with a mandarin orange on top, with a firm and smooth texture. Lastly, although there are some establishments in the world that exist, this shop unintentionally became one of the top 100 restaurants. To be certified, Tabelog requires posting at least one photo, but this shop prohibits all photos, including food and the interior. If you post a photo of the tonkatsu, you would be violating the shop's rules. Of course, there is no mention of Tabelog at all. I would like to give a rating of over 4.0, but I hope the negative cycle of people wanting to take photos by becoming a top 100 restaurant will end.

The owner operates the restaurant alone, so it is not overflowing with hospitality. There are no opening hours displayed, so I ended up killing time at a nearby massage place for an hour. When I returned, there was a line... It took 30 minutes to be seated, and another 30 minutes for the food to arrive. After me, they accepted about 4 more people, but then announced, "We're done." The restaurant has a clean atmosphere, without any greasy or unpleasant smells. I chose the special loin cutlet. It is fried slowly at a low temperature, perfectly controlling the cooking and juiciness. The crispy coating and juicy meat fill your mouth with flavor. The fat content is just right, and the meat quality is excellent. The sauce complements it well, but it also tastes great with just salt. The generous amount of cabbage and chopped shiso are a nice touch. This restaurant may be a bit challenging to approach, but it has its unique charm. It's a place to go on a leisurely day without time constraints.

Tonkatsu Hyakumeiten is located about a 5-minute walk from Kinshicho. It was almost full when we arrived at 7:00 PM on a weekday, but we were able to get a table without any issues. Please note that photography inside the restaurant and of the food is not allowed. We ordered the assorted set meal, 2 pieces of fillet katsu, 1 shrimp fry, and 1 skewered katsu. The katsu is cooked slowly at a low temperature, resulting in a deep and elegant flavor. It took about 20 minutes for our food to arrive. The fillet katsu had a rich umami flavor with a hint of pink inside, which was quite impressive. Overall, we recommend trying dishes from the fillet katsu menu. Thank you for the meal.

On a day off, I visited this tonkatsu restaurant alone. Located in a back alley about a 7-8 minute walk from Kinshicho Station North Exit, Tonkatsu Hyakumeiten is known for its exquisite tonkatsu, fried slowly at low temperatures. On a certain Sunday at 5:40 pm, I arrived 20 minutes before opening time, only to find out that today's opening time is actually 6:20 pm. So, I waited for about 40 minutes while writing a review. At 6:20 pm, a little before opening, I entered the restaurant. The interior had 2 tables for 4 people and a counter with 4 seats, accommodating a total of 12 people. I took a seat at the counter. Photography inside the restaurant was prohibited, which added a unique sense of tension to the atmosphere. The owner was working alone and seemed quite busy, which added to the tension when placing an order. I ordered the special tenderloin set and waited. The tonkatsu is fried slowly at low temperatures, so the frying sound was not very loud. In the quiet atmosphere (with a touch of tension), after waiting for about 20 minutes, my meal arrived. The tonkatsu had a visually impactful appearance with a thick and crispy coating and tender, juicy pork inside. With each bite, the meat juice and sweetness exploded in my mouth, making it a delicious tonkatsu. Despite the rich flavor, it was not heavy on the stomach, possibly due to the quality of the frying oil. The set meal, which included rice, miso soup, and almond jelly, was priced at less than 2000 yen, offering good value for money. Although I couldn't shake off the tension throughout the meal, I left satisfied with the generous portion of tonkatsu. I might try the special loin next time. Thank you for the meal. I will definitely come back again.

When you come near Kinshicho, be sure to visit this restaurant. I tried the special fillet for the first time. It's about 200g, with 5-6 large pieces of fillet. It's cooked to a pink color, tender, and can be enjoyed with salt or sauce. It's not overly flavorful but has a satisfying taste. The special loin is coated in a pinkish white batter, with less fat but juicy and delicious. It's a good deal at 1800 yen for about 250g. The cabbage comes with shiso and is quite generous. The dressing is orange-colored, and there's a tomato on the side. The rice is a large portion. The miso soup has tofu and enoki mushrooms and is quite hot. The tea and hot towel are also very hot. After you finish, they serve almond jelly and tea. Since they only have one person frying, it's best to go during the first round to avoid long waits. They open around 12:00 (there was a notice saying 12:15 on that day), so it's best to arrive around that time. The atmosphere is solemn as photography is prohibited, but the owner provides very polite service. It may feel a bit tense at first, but once you get used to it, you'll appreciate the quality and taste. Despite the recent price hikes, this restaurant maintains its prices and offers high-quality tonkatsu with good portions for under 2000 yen, whether you choose fillet or loin. Definitely try the special fillet.

Exquisite frying technique with beautiful cuts. The ultimate pork cutlet with amazing finish and taste. High-end Western-style restaurant quality crispy shrimp fry. Flawless favorite meal with impeccable service from cooking to serving, and even the bill. The seamless and efficient service with a hint of tension left me thrilled. Tokyo tonkatsu was a big hit after a long time! *No photography allowed inside the restaurant.

Today's goal is tonkatsu‼️ I visited here in "Kinshicho". I came to the 2022, 2021, 2019 Tonkatsu Hyakumeiten "Kuriya" (● ˃̶͈̀ロ˂̶͈́)੭ꠥ⁾⁾ It's 12:15 pm now. ☔️ The weather forecast said there might be a line, and there are about 15 people waiting outside. The sign at the entrance says the store opens at 12:30. Okay, let's wait. In the meantime, let's review the menu. I was able to enter the restaurant at 1:30 pm. I ordered the "Rosu Katsu Teishoku 1300 yen" including rice, miso soup, and almond jelly. It seems like they prefer a bit more fat in the hiré. I was also interested in the "Special Rosu Teishoku 1800 yen," but I decided to go with the cheaper option. ʕ•̫͡•ʕ•̫͡•ʔ•̫͡•ʔ•̫͡•ʕ•̫͡•ʔ•̫͡•ʕ•̫͡•ʕ•̫͡•ʔ•̫͡•ʔ•̫͡•ʕ•̫͡•ʔ•̫͡•ʔʕ•̫͡•ʕ•̫͡•ʔ•̫͡•ʔ•̫͡•ʕ•̫͡•ʔ•̫͡• When I sat down, the food was served in about 20 minutes. The tonkatsu looked beautiful. It's a shame that we couldn't take pictures. ・゜・(ノД`)・゜・. (It felt a bit small, but I was satisfied in the end) The menu says no photography, so let's respect that. I tried a bite of the tonkatsu without sauce. The breading was light and crispy, with a fluffy texture. The rosu meat was pink, with a consistent color from the outside to the center. It wasn't dripping, but the meat was juicy. I added a small amount of sauce to taste. It had a fruity flavor with a slight acidity. When poured over the tonkatsu, it enhanced the taste. (● ˃̶͈̀ロ˂̶͈́)੭ꠥ⁾⁾ There was a sweetness between the breading and the meat that was amazing. The meat had a good resistance and chew, spreading its flavor. You really have to savor each bite. The cabbage on the side, dressed with a fruity dressing, was easy to eat despite the large portion. (I finished it all) The miso soup with tofu was delicious (maybe homemade). It felt like something you would eat at a high-class restaurant. It was comforting. The rice portion seemed small, but I managed to finish it with just one bowl. However, it was a bit too soft for my liking. The almond jelly at the end was a refreshing way to finish the meal. It was delicious. ╰(*´︶`*)╯ ʕ•̫͡•ʕ•̫͡•ʔ•̫͡•ʔ•̫͡•ʕ•̫͡•ʔ•̫͡•ʔʕ•̫͡•ʕ•̫͡•ʔ•̫͡•ʔ•̫͡•ʕ•̫͡•ʔ•̫͡•ʕ•̫͡•ʕ•̫͡•ʔ•̫͡•ʔ•̫͡•ʕ•̫͡•ʔ•̫͡• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/king_hideyuki/

It's a shame that photos are not allowed, but the unforgettable special hirekatsu... I visited on Sunday at 5:30 PM, and the store opens at 6:20 PM. People start lining up around 6:00 PM. The store opens at 6:20 PM, and only 11 people can enter. Each person takes at least 40-50 minutes, so it's best to go right when they open. The volume for 1950 yen is definitely cheap. Just be aware that taking photos is not allowed.

One day at lunchtime, I had some time so I decided to go to Kuriya, a Tonkatsu restaurant with high ratings. It's located a bit away from Kinshicho Station. It's run by a single staff member, so I was glad I arrived right at opening time. There were quite a few people waiting outside who couldn't fit inside the restaurant. I ordered the assorted Tonkatsu and a medium bottle of beer. I couldn't take photos inside the restaurant, but the assorted plate had a substantial amount of food and even with the beer, it was quite reasonable at 2500 yen. The fillet was lightly pink from being fried at a low temperature. The coating was white and not heavy like with low-temperature frying. The flavor was well-seasoned and delicious. The loin was fried with green onions, which seemed to be a unique addition to the assorted plate. There was also a generous amount of cabbage. Since it's run by a single staff member, there is some waiting time, but the service was not unpleasant. I recommend visiting when you have some extra time.

I went to a popular tonkatsu restaurant in hopes of getting a medal, but the interior was off-limits for photography. I found the familiar "Marugo" to be more enjoyable. I feel that restaurants that make customers feel tense with rules like no photography are not my cup of tea.

I used it for lunch in Kinshicho. I had some business in Kinshicho, so I decided to visit this restaurant that I hadn't been to before. It's been a while since I had tonkatsu. I arrived early at 11:30 because I didn't know the opening time from the food review site, but today they opened at 12:15. The manager's mood or preparation? It seems to vary. I killed some time and arrived a little before opening, but there were already about 5 people waiting. There are also shared tables, so maybe around 8 people can be seated at once? As mentioned in the reviews, the manager is running the place alone, so it takes time. It took about 1 hour from entering to leaving. I ordered the assorted platter which I thought would have both loin and fillet, but it came with fillet, kushikatsu, and shrimp. It was a bit confusing. After a while, the tonkatsu arrived, and it was satisfying in terms of cost performance with its generous portion. It's probably about 1.5 times the size of a regular tonkatsu. Unfortunately, photos are not allowed. The kushikatsu was like a green onion roll, unique. It's not skewered. The salad had shiso leaves mixed in, which was unique. The dressing was light and refreshing. The tonkatsu was delicious, but personally, it didn't impress me enough to be outstanding. It's more like above average. It's not worth coming from afar. But it's voluminous and tasty, so I might come regularly if it's nearby. Despite being busy, the manager made sure to check on everything and served almond jelly for dessert right when we finished eating. It was unique that the post-meal tea was jasmine tea. If I come close by again, I might visit. [Food review rating criteria] ☆3.5 - If I have the opportunity when I'm nearby, I'd like to visit again. ☆3.6-3.7 - I want to go again. ☆3.8-3.9 - I definitely want to go again. ☆4.0- Wonderful restaurant. I want to visit regularly. I decide based on my personal judgment considering taste, atmosphere, service, menu, cost performance, etc.

Arrived at 6:10 for the second seating. If you miss the first seating at 7:30, you'll have to wait for an hour. Don't expect much from the third seating. The wait for the special fillet roast is long, but in terms of price and taste, it's worth it. Not bad if you can get in for the first seating, but unfortunately, it's not to my liking. Costs 3600 yen.

Special Pork Fillet Set Meal for 1950 yen. The thickly sliced fillet, fried at a low temperature, is a beautiful light pink color. It has a slight chewiness rather than being tender, but it is sufficiently juicy, providing a satisfying texture and filling the mouth with a dominating flavor. The unique aroma of the fillet is very strong. Sprinkling just salt enhances the sweetness of the pork. The homemade sauce served with the cabbage (including large leaves) that looks quite voluminous is delicious, with a hint of sesame oil flavor. There is no wire mesh, so the tonkatsu coating becomes a bit soggy... Despite being busy, the manager oversees everything and the almond jelly dessert arrives just at the right time when you finish your meal. It's unique that jasmine tea is served after the meal instead of during.