Tonkatsu Marushichi Ginza

Was an incredible meal, the staff were so lovely and took our order while we were lining up, they also provided water which was so nice. The food was amazing we for the regular size which was a perfect amount, was so crunchy, fresh which so much flavour, one of our favourite meals in Tokyo, the wait was so worth it! The Japanese pickles were so yum! just be prepared for a bit of a wait, as they only have space for 6 people.

Incredible. A must visit. My favorite meal and the best dining experience in Japan during my visit. It’s a well-oiled machine. They open at 11am. Get there early, they have 6 seats. They started letting people in 15 minutes early because of the line. The drink served to start the experience perfectly sets you up for the meal to come. The meal itself was out of this world. So immensely good, so perfectly fried and juicy. I put the wasabi and the sweet soy sauce on every bite of pork. Just when you’re feeling full eat some of the pickles, have a sip of miso soup, and dive back in to the bowl. The total time in restaurant was probably 18 minutes. It was an orchestra. Everything I’ve ever wanted from a restaurant. Lastly, the value for what you get is mind-boggling. $10???! Wild. Thank you for my favorite meal in Japan!

This restaurant has only six seats—yes, six. Not sixty. Not sixteen. Six. So unless you’re friends with time travelers or camped out since sunrise, expect a wait. I arrived at 10:21 a.m. and there were already five people ahead of us. That’s basically a full house. We had to wait for the second round at 11 like it was a Broadway show with pork chops. Speaking of pork chops—they were okay, but not exactly worth singing about. A bit too salty for my taste, and about 35–40% of it was fat. I ended up performing surgery at the table, carving out all the fat like a picky butcher on a diet. If you’re into salty, fatty cuts, you might love it. If not, bring a knife—and some patience.

What a juicy chunk of pork! The restaurant has a very nice atmosphere and also has several condiments to add to the tonkatsu. My regret: not ordering the triple egg option. Restaurant has 6 seats only so….come on time or on off peak hours.

Tip: Don’t immediately leave when you see the cut-off sign. My friends and I arrived around 11:30 AM and were allowed by the staff to queue. We were finally seated at around 12:50 PM. Expect to wait since the place only sits 6 people at a time. The food was definitely worth the wait! It’s unlike any katsu I’ve had before—the meat was incredibly tender. The serving size was very generous. We even considered ordering the Deluxe or Premium (300g), but we’re glad we didn’t—there’s no way we could’ve finished it. We felt completely full after the meal.

There’s no question the team here pours heart and craft into what they serve — the food is thoughtfully made and the preparation is clean and deliberate. The concept is simple: a deep-fried pork cutlet over egg and rice, executed with care. But for me, it didn’t quite hit the mark. The pork itself was thick and came out a bit dry. While the fat adds some richness, there were moments where the fat chunks were just too large, becoming more of a chew than a treat. The egg was soft and comforting, definitely the highlight of the bowl, but beyond the cutlet and egg, the flavor felt one-dimensional. I found myself reaching for the provided salt or chili powder, and honestly, a splash of soy sauce would have gone a long way in giving it depth. Then there’s the wait. I got there at 5:15 PM — just 15 minutes after opening — and still ended up waiting two full hours to be seated. The system is slow because they only seat three groups at a time, each with about six people. They do take your order early, which helps a little, but you’re left standing around for quite a while before actually getting to sit and eat. They also offer takeout, though that tends to sell out early in the day. With only a three-hour daily window, it’s a tight operation. If you’re not in line within the first hour, your chances of getting in are slim. I respect the effort and precision, and for some people this might be a standout spot. But personally, fried pork of that thickness is tough to get right — keeping it juicy is a challenge, and this one didn’t quite land. A good experience, but not one I’d line up for again.

Litterally the best, that all i can say. There is only one menu and you cant go wrong with that. Tonkatsu here is fat and juicy, top up on scramble egg and bottom it with rice, sauce is up to you and there are spices to eat (salt wasabi and chilli) imo salt is the best. I suggest only a regular simple or a delux with add-on rice if you try to bulk up you weight other than that you might be wonder why you done that. It was a rainy day that i went there, google said it will open 11.00am but there was a que at 10.20, store only has 6 seats which is only one downside so better be there before 10.30 if you want to be the first 6. There is a restroom inside, so don't leave the que, ask owner for it Owner is super nice btw.

DO NOT COME LINE UP IF YOUR PARTY IS NOT HERE. If your party is going to grab a water due to dehydration, good luck… There is someone that comes out every 5 minutes to check your entire party is here and if they are not he will say “MANY MANY TROUBLE” and try to kick you out of line. The atmosphere seems like foreigners are not welcomed and they do not want to serve you. Maybe other locations are more respectful and welcoming. Also don’t try calling and asking for reservations, you will also get scolded at and hear “NO RESERVATION!” Moving on to the dining experience… 6 seats, we ordered the premium and deluxe katsu set (ribeye and loin 300g) it comes with some overly salty miso soup and pickled radish. Food came out fast, but was warm and the egg under was overcooked. The pork katsu had sauces you could add to for more flavor and before you’re even done eating the server caps it and makes it seem like you’re not welcomed to use anymore. The man that constantly checks on the line constantly looked over the counter and puts pressure on you to eat as fast as you can. Felt like I came to a tonkatsu eating contest. Overall food was a solid 6/10 but horrible experience. There is another tonkatsu place the next street over. Might have a better experience there.