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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2Tempura Akimitsu

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

3.45

413

  • 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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3Yanosuke

Naka Meguro Sta. 286m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Deep-fried foods

Enjoy kappo-quality Japanese cuisine at an affordable price in this casual izakaya, just a 5-minute walk from Nakameguro.

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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4Kushi 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

738

  • 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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5Mikuri Kua

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

3.22

34

  • 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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6Sushi 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

166

  • 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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7Kitashinchi Tempura Bonji

Kitashinchi Sta. 209m / Tempura, Deep-fried foods, Kushi-age (Deep-fried skewers)

Indulge in seasonal tempura crafted with expert skill ◇ Enjoy fine sake and meaningful conversations in a serene Japanese setting.

3.33

39

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • Saturday, Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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8Sengyo Ya

Kichijoji Sta. 435m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Deep-fried foods

3.40

255

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Tuesday
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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9Nande, Ya Odaiba ten

Daiba Sta. 310m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Deep-fried foods

[Aqua City Odaiba 1st Floor] Open until 4 AM on Fridays and Saturdays! Be amazed by our service and generous portions!

3.09

81

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • - JPY 999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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10Sumire 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

75

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • - JPY 999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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11Fukuda Ya

Toyosu Sta. 156m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Deep-fried foods

Established in 1992 in Toyosu, loved by locals for its flavors. Private parties for up to 65 guests can be accommodated, with semi-private seating for up to 14.

3.25

90

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Sunday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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12Gyoza no Kacchan Kanazawa katamachi ten

Nomachi Sta. 1176m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Dumpling, Deep-fried foods

Just a short walk from Korinbo ◆ Cheers at an affordable Showa retro-style tavern! Enjoy Kacchan's proud grilled gyoza starting from JPY 200!

3.01

14

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
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13Hokkori Sakaba Nagomiya

Shijo Omiya Sta. 450m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Deep-fried foods

Fresh fish directly from Anno, Kochi, along with yakitori, kushikatsu, and daily specials await you! A charming hidden gem of a restaurant.

3.15

31

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Monday, Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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14Sakaba Aomon

Daikan yama Sta. 239m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Deep-fried foods
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Digital menu available
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15Kiraku 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

201

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
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16Sangenjaya Honoka

Sangen Jaya Sta. 439m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Deep-fried foods, Seafood

3.34

167

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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17Kushi Agemono Shun s Ginza ten

Ginza Itchome Sta. 63m / Kushi-age (Deep-fried skewers), Dining bar, Deep-fried foods

Just a minute from Ginza Ichome Station! Enjoy creative deep-fried skewers featuring caviar and sea urchin! Many all-you-can-drink courses available.

3.47

415

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Vegetarian options
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18Nishiguchi Sakaba Homerun

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

3.42

575

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
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19Izakaya Yamachan

Nippori Sta. 170m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Deep-fried foods

3.30

68

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • - JPY 999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

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20Private rooms Izakaya Sakaeya

Hon Atsugi Sta. 227m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Deep-fried foods

[3-minute walk from Hon-Atsugi] Perfect for various parties! Fully private rooms available ◆ Chicken Skin Skewers for JPY 99 & Fried Chicken Wings for JPY 55 ◇ Free for the organizer with 8 or more guests.

3.09

35

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

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