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"Before joining Joël Robuchon, Chef Watanabe honed his skills at renowned French restaurants in various countries, including France and Monaco, consistently leading the French culinary scene for many years. He chose Asakusa as the location for his independent venture, a departure from the Robuchon philosophy. Chef Watanabe, who earned three Michel"

"A Russian restaurant with a wonderful atmosphere. I went for lunch. I ordered the course with salad, soup, bread (refills available), main course, and dessert, and I had two main courses. The salad dressing was delicious. The borscht was also full of ingredients and delicious. The combination of warm bread and butter with vanilla beans was excel"

"During my time living in Asakusa, I would often visit "Yutaka." When it comes to tonkatsu in Asakusa, there are so many options that it's hard to say which is the best, but I would say this place is among the top in terms of overall culinary balance. At Yutaka, the first thing I usually order is yakitori or shiokara. I'm getting older, so today I"

"Rich Miso Ramen ¥1,100 Rice ¥150 I discovered a fantastic shop serving rich and flavorful miso ramen on the outskirts of Asakusa. The shop is conveniently located just a short walk from Asakusa Station on the Tokyo Metro/Toei Subway lines. After exiting the station, walk away from the main city area for about 2-3 minutes. I ordered the standar"

"This popular restaurant always has a long queue. With limited seating and only 4-person tables, it seems like they don't seat solo diners together, so the turnover rate is slow and the line moves very slowly. I had the tempura soba. Both the soba and tempura were delicious, making the wait worthwhile."

"A sushi restaurant in Asakusa, Tokyo. "Bentenyama Mika Sushi" The restaurant has a clean and calming atmosphere. The chef is friendly and has a clear and concise way of speaking, which is very likable. This sushi restaurant has been around for over 100 years, making it a true institution. They have English menus for foreign visitors, which"

"The grand hall has a wonderful atmosphere. The dojo nabe (loach hotpot) was delicious! They piled on the scallions, and just before the broth completely covered the loach, I sprinkled on some seven-spice powder and ate it with the loach. The texture was perfect, with a bit of bite. The service was excellent, and the staff were clearly well-trained."

"I've been coming here for over a decade, ever since my dad took me after being drawn in by the sign. The melt-in-your-mouth beef stew has always been delicious, and it's a comforting place I visit whenever I think of it. Their retro-style Napolitan is also great. The lunch sets change daily and offer amazing value, making them highly recommended."

"We had dinner in the second-floor seating area. The old-fashioned 45-degree staircase was a bit of a climb, but at least there was a handrail. Everything else was perfect. We ordered the 'Shoyu Zenbu-Ire' (soy sauce with everything) ramen and the gyoza. The curly noodles were easy to eat and went well with the soup. The twin eggs were a nice touch"

"I had planned to visit Asakusa, so I made a reservation for noon a week in advance. When I arrived around noon on the day of my visit, the restaurant was already almost full. There was a sign outside saying that all reservations were full. It seems difficult to get a table without a reservation. While I was eating, several groups of foreigners came"

"If you're hungry, give a 👍 and follow me! 🙏 【Azumabashi Yabu Soba】 ◼️Dish Posted Mori Soba (Medium) A 10-minute walk from Asakusa Station, this is a Tabelog Hundred Famous Stores restaurant. I went around 1:30 PM and there was a line outside! I waited for about 20 minutes. It's a popular restaurant with a line, so I was excited to go inside. T"

"A long-established Russian restaurant in Asakusa. I visited for lunch this time. I chose their famous cabbage rolls from the selection of lunch menus. The cabbage rolls here are cooked for days, and as expected, they melt in your mouth and disappear in an instant, so well-cooked they are. The homemade bread served in the restaurant is even more d"

"【Nearest Station】 Asakusa Station, 3-minute walk 【Budget】 ¥1,000 - ¥2,000 【Overview】 One of Tokyo's most renowned soba (buckwheat noodle) restaurants, representing the city's soba culture! Established in 1913, it's known as one of the "Yabu Soba" brands. The soba itself is thin and firm, with a distinctive, fragrant flavor. The broth is also ric"

"The various types of authentic hand-made soba noodles are simply delicious. Not only seiro and inaka soba, but also the unique soba varieties are all chewy and flavorful. The five-color and three-color soba allow you to enjoy a variety of tastes at once. The soba yu (soba tea) is plentiful, and if you're lucky, you can relax in a tatami room. There"

"I visited on a weekday afternoon. There was no line, and I was able to get in right away. The salt ramen was ¥1100 and the pork rice set was ¥1400, totaling ¥1400. The ramen arrived about 3 minutes after ordering. The clear amber soup and thin Chinese noodles gave it the appearance of a typical salt ramen. The flavor was a combination of kelp and c"

"Chuka Soba Biriken in Asakusa Salt Chuka Soba with all the fixings (thin noodles) ¥1500, bottled beer (medium) ¥600 The golden soup, rich with chicken oil, is a deep and sharp flavor, combining the umami of chicken and duck with a crisp salt tare. The thin, straight noodles made with whole wheat flour are cooked to a supple texture and have a ni"

"Craving sashimi, I made a reservation at this popular spot in Asakusa. This was my fourth visit. I booked a table seat on Tabelog, but was seated at the counter. I was a bit taken aback at that point. While I don't mind eating at the counter, I felt uncomfortable with staff bumping into me every time they walked past. The prices are relativ"

"The pan-fried dumplings were crispy on the outside and the filling was fluffy. They were quite light, so I finished a serving in no time. The shoyu ramen had a rich chicken broth. The flavors were well-balanced and delicious. It was light and just the right amount. The fried rice had a perfect balance of oil and salt, giving the rice a nice coating"

"I woke up early and had breakfast at Asakusa. It gets quite crowded before noon, and the food is made with care, so there's a considerable wait. Expect to wait at least 30 minutes. Therefore, I recommend going around 10 am. I visited during this time, and it was the perfect decision! The drink prices are normal, but the sandwiches seem expensi"

"This is a quiet establishment where the owner handpicks their clientele. Thanks to this, you can enjoy a peaceful meal. The owner doesn't try to please or flatter first-time customers. If you prefer a lively atmosphere, there are other places to go. Some people appreciate dimly lit, old buildings. When in Rome, do as the Romans do."