Best Deep-fried foods in Japan

Deep-fried foods in Japan

Selected for Tabelog Tonkatsu "Tabelog 100" 2026

Selected for Tabelog Tonkatsu "Tabelog 100" 2026

1Tokyo Tonkatsu Gabuu

Ueno Okachimachi Sta. 98m / Tonkatsu (Pork cutlet), Deep-fried foods

Just 2 minutes from Okachimachi Station! You'll never go back to ordinary tonkatsu. Enjoy free refills of rice cooked in a traditional clay pot!

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Digital menu available
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2Sanuki Sakaba Sumire Ryori Ten

Kitahama Sta. 263m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Deep-fried foods

Just 2 minutes from Kitahama Station! Enjoy Sanuki's famous bone-in chicken and sashimi, along with over 15 types of local sake sourced from across the country! Private party reservations available!

3.38

78

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • - JPY 999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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3Karinto

Gotanda Sta. 347m / Kushi-age (Deep-fried skewers), Deep-fried foods

Experience the delicious kushi katsu crafted by a rising star chef who has earned a Bib Gourmand at Gotanda Station.

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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4Tempura Akimitsu

Asakusa Sta. 184m / Tempura, Deep-fried foods

3.45

425

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Vegetarian options
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5Kiraku Sakaba Jaian

Shimbashi Sta. 113m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Deep-fried foods

[1-minute walk from Shinbashi Station] Private rooms available! Freshly selected premium bluefin tuna is a must-try! A popular Japanese seafood izakaya with delicious fish and local sake.

3.24

190

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
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6Kushiage Yutaka

Ebisu Sta. 421m / Japanese Cuisine, Deep-fried foods, Kushi-age (Deep-fried skewers)

Creative deep-fried skewers made with carefully selected seasonal ingredients. Enjoy these delicate flavors paired with wine or Japanese sake.

3.02

2

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • -
  • Monday, Sunday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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7Mikuri Kua

Karasuma Sta. 590m / Deep-fried foods, Tonkatsu (Pork cutlet), Crab

3.19

39

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
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8Hiko Ichi

Mita Sta. 262m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Deep-fried foods

Just a 2-minute walk from Tamachi and Mita stations, this place serves up delicious grilled chicken skewers made from fresh Tsukuba chicken! Enjoy a variety of fresh dishes and drinks, perfect for a fun night out with all-you-can-drink options for your next party!

3.20

52

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
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9Nihonshu to Kushiten Zaheso Shimbashi ten

Shimbashi Sta. 189m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Deep-fried foods, Oden

3.40

116

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • - JPY 999
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
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10Izakaya Jubei

Shinsaibashi Sta. 362m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Chicken dishes, Deep-fried foods

Enjoy our proud selection of fresh local chicken sashimi and a variety of dishes that pair perfectly with drinks in our cozy atmosphere!

3.36

94

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • - JPY 999
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
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11Sushi Uogashi Nihon Ichi Asakusa bashi ten

Asakusabashi Sta. 104m / Sushi, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Deep-fried foods

*Reservation required* Lunch sushi kaiseki is now available! Please make your reservations early.

3.08

170

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • - JPY 999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
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12Nidaime Iroli

Akabane Iwabuchi Sta. 278m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Deep-fried foods

3.26

68

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Smoking allowed
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13Kushi Katsu Arata Kanda ten

Kanda Sta. 68m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Kushi-age (Deep-fried skewers), Deep-fried foods

[1-minute walk from Kanda Station] Popular Izakaya with over 30 creative Kushi Katsu options | Perfect for lunch drinks, parties, all-you-can-drink, and dates.

3.46

792

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Digital menu available
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14Izakaya Sendo Konbi

Tennoji Sta. 198m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Deep-fried foods

The best in Tennoji! Enjoy exquisite and delicious seafood at this authentic Japanese izakaya. Savor fresh ingredients of the day at reasonable prices. Private rooms are available for your group size, and courses start from JPY 2,500.

3.45

257

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Children welcome
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15Seafood Izakaya Tenbinbo Sennichimae honten

Kintetsu Nippombashi Sta. 231m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Deep-fried foods

For parties of up to 80 people, Tenbinbo is the perfect choice for gatherings from noon to late night! Open until 3 AM!

3.39

306

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • - JPY 999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
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16Jaja Uma

Nishi Ogikubo Sta. 64m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Deep-fried foods, Japanese Cuisine

Just a short walk from Nishi-Ogikubo Station, enjoy a cozy atmosphere while savoring carefully selected horse meat delicacies. Our Omakase course is also available on weekdays!

3.33

50

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • - JPY 999
  • -
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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17Hachimalu Kamaboko Juusou ten

Juso Sta. 102m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Oden, Deep-fried foods

Just 2 minutes from Juusan Station! Enjoy a variety of homemade kamaboko, from traditional to Western styles, along with a rich selection of side dishes and carefully chosen Japanese sake!

3.26

32

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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18Shokudo Sakaba Ashita Mo.

Toyocho Sta. 467m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Oyster, Deep-fried foods

3.11

64

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • - JPY 999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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19Ajidokoro Kifuya

Shin Urayasu Sta. 71m / Japanese Cuisine, Deep-fried foods, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

[Uraya Brighton Hotel Tokyo Bay 2nd Floor] The Charm of Seasonal Ingredients and Our Signature Primitive Grilling

3.34

93

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
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20Nishiguchi Sakaba Homerun

Shinjuku Nishiguchi Sta. 158m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Deep-fried foods, Chinese

3.40

539

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
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