In my memory, the restaurant was only open on weekday nights, so I thought it was as difficult to visit as winning a gold medal at the Winter Olympics. But when I looked at the Tabelog page, it said they are open on Sundays too. Seriously?! Let's go!! So on a Sunday night, I took the Seibu bus, Inokashira Line, and then the Denentoshi Line, and got off at Komazawa University Station, then walked another 15 minutes to reach the remote area where the restaurant was located. Sorry to the residents of Setagaya Ward ❤️ So, in the darkness, I found the restaurant with a line for takeout outside and only one customer inside. The social distancing was perfect with only two more customers coming in. I ordered the stew (regular size for 750 yen), rice (regular size for 200 yen), and pickles (150 yen). This restaurant only serves stew, and the basic menu is the regular size, so they serve it without asking. If you have any preferences for the amount of stew or rice, you can let them know. If you don't say anything, they will serve you the regular size stew and rice promptly. That's the system. I started eating, and it was delicious, really delicious! The tender beef tendon, bouncy konjac, and fluffy tofu were simmered in a rich miso-based broth, full of flavor that was addictive. The beef tendon had a texture and flavor similar to corned beef, which was interesting. I thought it was the perfect side dish for white rice. Before going to this restaurant, I wondered why they didn't have beer or sake, but I realized that the stew here is a dish meant to be enjoyed with white rice. Who needs alcohol when you have this delicious stew to go with rice? That's how I felt. I indulged in the tender stew, mixed it with white rice, nibbled on pickles in between, and surrendered to the blissful time. If this restaurant was nearby, I would definitely go there every day, three meals a day, 365 days a year. I promise this feeling will never waver until my grave!! Thank you for the meal.

Many of my fellow alumni must have fond memories of Kappa, the taste of our youth. It was a little luxury for ourselves during our student days when money was tight. I hadn't been here in a while, so I decided to visit again. In the past, the atmosphere was quiet with only voices saying "small" or "large", but now it seems like it's okay to chat. The young person next to me was saying that this simmered beef tripe dish doesn't have a strong smell... well, of course, since there's no tripe in it. But well, it was delicious. Sprinkle sesame salt on the rice, shichimi on the simmered dish, and dig in. Even back in my student days when money was scarce, and now when I can afford to eat every day, it's still delicious. Ah, I'll definitely come back again.

Dinner on a weekday in September 2023 ⭐️ Foodlog rating 3.52 ⭐️ Stew (regular) ¥800 & Rice (regular) ¥200 Visited amidst rain near Komazawa Park, about a 10-minute walk from Komazawa University Station. It's not in the park itself, but in a residential area, giving off a hidden gem vibe. Arrived around 5:30 PM (opens at 5 PM). Two customers already seated. The interior is clean with only a counter. It seems like they renovated. Without ordering, the stew (regular) was served within 10 seconds, and when asked, I chose the regular rice, which turned out to be a huge portion. The "regular" refers to the rice portion size. ⭐️ Stew (regular) ¥800 ⭐️ Rice (regular) ¥200 *Comes with pickled cucumbers *It's better to order the small size stew for ¥700 right when you enter. *Large rice portion for ¥350 The stew consists of beef, konjac, and tofu, simple and not too rich, more on the light side. Personally, I would have preferred it to be richer. There are chili peppers and salt on the table, so I added a lot of chili peppers for extra flavor. There are no lotus roots or spoons, so halfway through the stew, I poured it over the rice and mixed it all together. The portion of rice is quite large. Be careful as the small size rice (¥150) is just a bowlful. Overall, I wanted to visit this place once, but a return visit might be tough.

First visit to Kappa. Waited for about 10 minutes and entered around 9pm. There was only one female staff member. I was unsure when to place my order, but the simmered dish was served without me asking. When asked about the rice portion size, I requested a regular serving. I also ordered some pickles. The simmered dish was full of beef umami, with a jerky-like texture yet tender and melting in the mouth. There was a substantial amount of konjac included. As I ate, I discovered a white object, which I briefly thought was an egg but turned out to be tofu. It was very delicious. It's quite difficult to eat with just chopsticks. It seems the correct way is to generously pour the simmered dish over the rice and mix it all together.

A friend really wanted to go, so I spent over 1000 yen on round-trip train fare to go out of my way. I had studied the ordering process from previous reviews, but it's not written anywhere in the restaurant. People who don't know will be surprised. The food just comes out automatically. I don't like the lordly attitude. The menu only has stew, in regular or small size. Well, there's also ochazuke. So, if you sit down, a regular size for 800 yen will come out without you saying anything. They will ask you about the amount of rice, so this time I asked for a small size for 200 yen. The staff is working alone. Even though the place is empty, they will assign you a specific seat. No hospitality at all. Are they in a bad mood? That's why the atmosphere is bad. The stew that came out was thick and gooey. The portion was actually smaller than I expected. The meat was tender and good. There was a lot of tofu, which was fine, but I was disappointed by the amount of konnyaku. Without looking, rice grains ended up outside the bowl, and the small plate of stew spilled on the table when it was placed. It looks very unappealing. The taste is just average. It's not particularly delicious! I wouldn't go out of my way for it, considering the train fare. Maybe because there were few customers, they didn't give out receipts or anything. So, mistakes in memory can happen. As expected, when my friend who ordered a small size for 150 yen went to pay... the bill for other customers was like two thousand something! or three thousand something! Even though they didn't drink alcohol, how did they eat to get such a bill??? Later, a family of a couple with two small children arrived. As soon as they entered, the owner frowned and said, "We don't have a menu for children!" and made it clear. When they tried to order three stews for the four of them, they were refused. It seems like no matter how small the children are, you have to order for each person. Well, I can understand that.

*Simmered dish (regular size)*Rice (small)*Pickles Located about a 12-minute walk from Komazawa Daigaku Station, near Komazawa Park! The menu offers only simmered dishes, rice, and pickles to choose from. Just select the size and place your order! With a limited menu, the service is quick and efficient, which is great. There are only 9 counter seats, and the atmosphere is quiet as there is minimal conversation among customers and the owner. It may feel a bit intimidating at first, but don't worry! Once you see the neatly arranged simmered dish in the bowl, any tension will melt away. The simple yet delicious dishes here are addictive. I highly recommend trying it out at least once!

I visited the restaurant after 10 PM. Before I could even place my order, a simmered dish (regular) for ¥800 was automatically brought to me. That's how their system works, I guess. I quickly ordered a large serving of rice for ¥350. It was all gone in no time. It was delicious again today. Thank you for the meal.

It had been over a quarter of a century since I last visited Kappa. Finally made it back. I had only good memories from my visit in my early 20s when I was a big eater, so I was both excited and anxious to see how it would be now at 50... But it didn't disappoint, the taste was still amazing. Sukiyaki (regular) ¥800 Rice (regular) ¥200 Rice (small) ¥150 *Had to add more (should have just gotten the large portion for ¥350 from the start) Pickles ¥200

You can tell the atmosphere of the restaurant is off-putting, like an old man's shop that you shouldn't talk about. But the food is just so bad that you can't do anything about it. Was it really this bad? The place is dirty and adding tofu to the pot is fine, but opening the package right in front of you is just unappetizing. It's better if they prepare it in the back and bring it out. I felt uncomfortable about 30 years ago, but it was just unpleasant. I won't go back again. The food I made at home is tastier and better. The meat was salty and tough. It's dirty and not delicious. The staff's attitude was terrible. I won't go back again.

Located near Komazawa Park, this famous stew restaurant offers only stew on its menu. They also serve shinko, as seen in the photo. Rice comes in small, medium, and large sizes, while stew is available in small portions and for take-out. Established in 1949, this long-standing eatery has been serving up delicious dishes for 73 years. It's definitely worth a visit.

I visited for dinner. It's a stew and rice restaurant located in a residential area just off the Komazawa Park Street, not far from the west exit of Komazawa Park. The restaurant has 7 counter seats. It's a popular dining spot that has been loved for many years. Their stew takeout service is also popular. I enjoyed the stew and rice. I would like to visit again.

There are many unique restaurants out there with their own set of rules. If you don't follow the rules, you may be asked to leave. Sometimes, not knowing the rules can lead to uncomfortable situations while dining. This particular restaurant also has its own unique rules. I won't go into detail, but if you don't order at the right time, you might feel a bit confused. After a few visits, it's not a big deal, but I was a bit nervous the first time. It's not the most delicious food, but there's something about its consistent slightly junky vibe that makes me want to go back. It's not just about good service or friendliness, but I hope places like this that smoothly satisfy your cravings never go away. Thank you for the meal. Oh, and please don't put your dishes on the counter when you're done eating. You'll be stopped right away.笑

The moment I sat down, the beef tendon came out right away, the amount of rice was quick, and the ordering style was very convenient ★ The simmered dish was ¥800 for a regular size, and the rice was ¥150 for a small size. Personally, I wished it had a bit more sweetness in the taste ★ The meat, tofu, and konjac had a good amount, so I was satisfied ★

After 9 years, I visited this restaurant again. The place remained the same. As soon as I sat at the counter, a plate of simmered dish was served without saying anything. I also ordered a medium portion of rice. The simmered dish and rice cost 1,000 yen. The taste of the simmered dish reminded me of canned beef stew, but with meat. The best way to eat it was to reduce the rice and pour the broth over it. This was definitely the most delicious way to enjoy it.

A restaurant specializing in beef tendon dishes where they serve delicious and salty beef tendons as soon as you sit down. Located in Komazawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo. Stew for ¥800. Follow on Instagram: tsukasan777. Twitter: tsukasan2010.

I arrived a little after 5:00, when the restaurant opened at 5:00. I was debating between getting the regular or small size of the simmered dish when the simmered dish (regular size) was brought to my table. (Pickles were served as a complimentary side) (Note: I later found out from the comments section that if you want to order the small size of the simmered dish, it's best to inform the staff as soon as you enter the restaurant.) Next, I was asked about the amount of rice I wanted, and I ordered a medium size, but it felt more like a large size (laughs). There was someone next to me who ordered the large size of rice, and it was a huge portion! (Note: Women or children might be satisfied with the small size of rice!) The simmered dish consisted of beef, konjac, and tofu, and despite being a simmered dish, it was light and easy to eat without feeling heavy on the stomach or chest. It was delicious! By the time I finished eating, there was a long line outside the restaurant!! Having dinner at 5:00 might be considered early, but I was able to enter smoothly without waiting in line by going right when they opened!

I had always wanted to visit this place whenever I came near, but I never got the chance. Finally, when I arrived in front of the store, I thought there would be a line, but it turned out to be a line for takeout. It seems like many of the neighbors prefer takeout. As a first-timer, I entered the store and sat down, feeling a bit embarrassed. After the takeout orders were finished, I was asked about the size of the rice portion while they placed the simmered dish on a plate. I ordered a medium portion. The simmering and miso seasoning were exquisite, especially the way the tofu soaked up the flavors. Finally, I poured the remaining broth over the rice, letting it soak in. It was so delicious that I didn't waste a single grain. Thank you for the meal.

Komazawa Daigaku Station is a 15-minute walk away. The menu consists of simmered dish, rice, and pickles only. The simmered dish is not tendon or horumon, but "beef belly." I had been looking forward to this day, so I visited the restaurant at the opening time of 5 pm after skipping breakfast and lunch. I chose the large size for both the simmered dish and rice. It was said that talking was prohibited, so I quietly waited for the moment. Shortly after being seated, the dish arrived. "Oops, it's overflowing from the plate," the old man said with a smile. The first bite was a moment when my concept of simmered dishes changed. It was not sweet but salty, with a fibrous and crumbly texture due to the belly meat. To be honest... it was incredibly delicious, old man. The rhythmic chant of "komekomekome simmered dish, komekomekome simmered dish..." couldn't stop. After eating about half of both dishes, I gradually transferred the rice to the simmered dish, feeling a bit crude. But without hesitation, I instinctively drank up the rice soaked in the broth while maintaining the lively rhythm, and finished it all. Initially, I thought it would be a bit... strange to have the simmered dish without beer, but it was satisfying with just the simmered dish and rice. I definitely want to visit this restaurant again. By the way, they also offer takeout, so enjoying it with alcohol at home would be another great experience. Also, I was not scolded for talking quietly with my friend or taking photos for a moment, so you can rest assured. ===Ordering System=== The system may seem complicated and solemn, so I'll explain it briefly: - When you are seated, the regular size of the simmered dish will automatically be served. (If you prefer the small size, you can inform the owner before being seated.) - When the simmered dish is served, you will be asked about the amount of rice you want, choosing from "large, regular, small." (The large size is about 1.5 cups, as shown in the picture.) - Payment is made after you finish your meal, by informing the owner at your seat.

I also realized the importance of the atmosphere of the shop and the shop owners, as well as the location. My friend who was with me mentioned that there is always a line, so my expectations were the opposite, but the food was not incredibly delicious! However, the customers kept coming in. Taste preferences vary from person to person. Thank you for the meal.

"I had the simmered dish with a side of rice. When I entered the restaurant through the noren curtain, I found myself in a quiet space. I placed my belongings on the shelf, took off my jacket, and sat down. Even though I hadn't ordered yet, a steaming hot simmered dish and a glass of water were already waiting in front of me. The only side dish available was the beef simmered dish, so it was served as soon as I entered, which was perfect for someone like me who is impatient. The owner asked me how much rice I wanted, and I ordered a small portion. The rice that was quickly served was small but equivalent to a regular portion at a typical diner. The rice sparkled and was sweet and very delicious. The simmered dish served on a flat plate had a rich miso and beef flavor in a murky brown broth, with a gentle saltiness that paired well with the rice. I enjoyed the texture and flavor change with the konjac and tofu, and I stayed silent, focusing on the simmered dish until the end. Perhaps because alcohol was not served, everyone left soon after eating, so the turnover rate was surprisingly good. Next time, I want to take the simmered dish home as a souvenir, top it with plenty of condiments, and enjoy it with some sake. It was delicious, thank you for the meal."

I was eating a simmered dish made with beef, konjac, and tofu. It has a miso flavor that is perfect for winter. The beef that falls apart easily is delicious, and the more you chew, the more the flavor of miso and the umami of the meat come out. The tofu simmered in miso is also irresistible.