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Best Deep-fried foods in Japan

Deep-fried foods in Japan

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Selected for Tabelog Tonkatsu "Tabelog 100" 2026

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1Tokyo Tonkatsu Gabuu

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

Just a 2-minute walk from JR Okachimachi Station! You'll never go back to ordinary tonkatsu. Enjoy unlimited refills of rice cooked in a traditional hagama pot.

3.68

Very good

731

  • 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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2Karinto

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.

3.57

Very good

340

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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3Yanosuke

Naka Meguro Sta. 277m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Deep-fried foods

[Selected by Goethe Taste 2026] A sophisticated Japanese izakaya recommended by Yasushi Akimoto and Hidetoshi Nakata

3.39

154

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

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

3.45

436

  • 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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5Daiichi Izakaya

Higashi Shinjuku Sta. 150m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Deep-fried foods

Just a short walk from Higashi-Shinjuku Station ◆ Enjoy a variety of fresh seafood dishes at reasonable prices! Perfect for day drinking or banquets!

3.08

13

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
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6Niku Tarashi Umeda Ten

Higashi Umeda Sta. 183m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Meat dishes, Deep-fried foods

[New Hotspot for All You Can Eat and Drink Right Near Umeda Station] Offering classic izakaya menu items! All you can eat starting from JPY 2,499.

3.05

7

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
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7ozashiki tempura tenmasa Marubiru ten

Nijubashimae Sta. 243m / Tempura, Japanese Cuisine, Deep-fried foods

3.56

Very good

235

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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8Shinsekai Kushikatsu Ittoku Doutonbori ten

Namba Sta. 312m / Kushi-age (Deep-fried skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Deep-fried foods

[4-minute walk from Namba Station] Osaka's specialty! You'll find yourself saying "Just one more!" with our freshly fried, golden-battered delights.

3.09

149

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
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9Shokutaku Aomon

Naka Meguro Sta. 512m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Deep-fried foods

3.54

Very good

283

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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10Nishiguchi Sakaba Homerun

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

Just a minute's walk from Shinjuku Station, enjoy a vibrant Showa retro space at "Play Ball" ⚾ Cheers to a home run tonight!

3.39

548

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
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11Jaja Uma

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

Enjoy the depth of horse meat, from sashimi to hamburgers and curry, in a relaxed atmosphere. Banquet courses available on weekdays!

3.32

53

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • - JPY 999
  • -
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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12Tokyo Tonkatsu Gabuu Harajuku Ten

Meiji Jingumae Sta. 144m / Tonkatsu (Pork cutlet), Deep-fried foods, Meat dishes

[Top Tonkatsu Restaurants 2026] The second location of the fastest selected shop. Enjoy free refills of rice, cabbage, and miso soup during lunch!

3.53

Very good

78

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • Tuesday, Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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13Minna no Kushiage BO

Mitaka Sta. 248m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Kushi-age (Deep-fried skewers), Deep-fried foods

Enjoy expertly crafted kushiage and fine sake in a sophisticated space with semi-private rooms, perfect for important meetings, gatherings, and entertaining guests.

3.20

37

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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14Arashiyama

Otsuka Sta. 206m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Deep-fried foods

Just 5 minutes from Otsuka Station, enjoy a high-value bar with free karaoke and great drink deals! Perfect for large group reservations!

3.05

8

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Monday, Thursday
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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15Sengyo Ya

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

3.41

271

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Tuesday
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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16Nihonshu to Kushiten Zaheso Shimbashi ten

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

3.39

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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17Sangenjaya Honoka

Sangen Jaya Sta. 438m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Deep-fried foods, Seafood

3.34

172

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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18Soba Masami Honpo

Nagano Sta. 150m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Deep-fried foods

3.37

83

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
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19Kushi Katsu Senmonten Ennichi Tenmabashi ten

Temmabashi Sta. 351m / Kushi-age (Deep-fried skewers), Deep-fried foods, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Umeda's Hard-to-Book Restaurant Opens a Second Location! Enjoy "Adult Kushi Katsu" with lightly battered ingredients sourced from the market.

3.08

16

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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20Daian Izakaya Kamata no Yoake Zeyo

Kamata Sta. 130m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Deep-fried foods

3.07

20

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
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