Where to Stay and What to Eat in Tokyo's Most Popular Neighborhoods
"Edo-style tempura courses are served here in the spirit of ‘going back to the beginning.’ Freshly fried in sesame oil, the batter’s airy bubbles carry flavour, and there’s something deeply meaningful about eating this in Nihombashi, a heartland of Edo food culture." - The MICHELIN Guide
"Fascination with Edo culinary culture led this chef to open a restaurant in Nihombashi. Knowing that Edokko (natives of Tokyo) would eat thick-battered tempura soaked in sauce, the chef uses the technique completely opposite to the thin coating he learned as an apprentice. But the thicker coating traps air bubbles, imparting a fragrant nose and light texture. In an homage to the port of call where tempura arrived from Portugal, the fried feast begins with shrimp toast, a speciality of Nagasaki." - Michelin Inspector
At the moment this is probably my favorite tempura restaurant in Tokyo. The tempura has evaporation bubbles like beer or vodka batter so it's light but still remains super crispy. The crunch level on the anago is unrivalled.
Course is a mix of traditional tempura items (kuruma ebi x 2, kisu, anago) and some other more unconventional ingredients.
No tsumami or side dishes, just tempura. Excellent value for the quality.
Elaine L.
Google
It’s amazing that fried food can be so refreshing and fancy. Everything is so well balanced. It feels like having healthy meal.
David K.
Google
It was the most enjoyable time of my visit to Tokyo. The ingredients were very good, and the food was prepared with great care. Also, the staff's attitude was very professional and friendly.