Tempura / Fried Foods Restaurants(88)

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KANAGAWA

Kawasaki Sushi Yokota

The Kawasaki branch of this Michelin-starred tempura restaurant serves a winning combination of tempura and sushi, both made with the same attention to detail and premium ingredients that made the original so acclaimed.

Dinner: $71.19-177.98
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NARA

Kushizukushi

The simple joy of savoring Osaka’s beloved deep-fried skewers made exciting with a medley of regional Japanese ingredients in this beloved kushikatsu joint.

Dinner: $35.60-71.19
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TOKYO

Kushi Tanaka

Recognized by its community long before being named a Bib Gourmand in the Michelin Guide, Kushi Tanaka brings kushiage, the humble fried food on sticks, into the gourmet realm.

Dinner: $7.12-35.60
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TOKYO

Kichiji Kanizou

Treasures of the northern Okhotsk Sea await at this Nakameguro restaurant. A secret hideaway inside sushi restaurant Onikai +1, where guests can experience a culinary odyssey through Michelin-quality tempura, sushi, and crab hotpot.

Lunch: $99.67-121.03
Dinner: $99.67-121.03
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Gourmet tempura roll filled with vibrant sweet potato mash
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TOKYO

Tempura Taku

There’s the promise of cleverly executed, light tempura delivered that never stagnates when Masuda Takumi relocated his eponymous, Michelin-selected joint to Tokyo’s “Little Paris” in Kagurazaka.

Dinner: $106.79-142.39
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TOKYO

Tempura Yamanoue Mitsukoshi Nihonbashi

Tempura Yamanoue’s Nihonbashi location provides quick service and takeaway for guests looking to try its famous tempura on the go. Though the competition in Nihombashi is fierce, Yamanoue’s light-as-air tempura is outstanding in any setting.

Lunch: $28.48-35.60
Dinner: $28.48-35.60
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TOKYO

Tempura Yamanoue Roppongi

With its strong ties to the Hilltop Hotel, a second home for many of Japan’s authors, Tempura Yamanoue’s Roppongi operation re-envisions the classic Parisian literary cafe with wines and sake, perfectly paired with classic tempura.

Lunch: $64.07-156.63
Dinner: $177.98-213.58
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KYOTO

Gion Senryu

Wrapped in a crisp blanket of barely-there batter, Chef Yamada Aki’s a-la-carte-meets-omakase tempura shines with Gion gold in her Michelin-featured venue.

Lunch: $106.79-142.39
Dinner: $142.39-213.58
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OSAKA

Numata Sou

With one chef manning the general counter and the other leading the private service, Numata Sou delivers a two-of-a-kind vibrancy to the royal family of Osaka tempura.

Lunch: $106.79-142.39
Dinner: $142.39-213.58
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OSAKA

Shintaro

Quality tempura lauded by the Michelin Guide 2020, with an emphasis on simplicity and clarity of flavors.

Lunch: $28.48-35.60
Dinner: $71.19-106.79
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HYOGO

Yamazato (Hotel Okura Kobe)

Dine on a variety of Japanese cuisine, from tempura and sushi, in a gorgeous Japanese garden in the middle of the Hotel Okura Kobe. The seasonal course menus change with the picturesque views.

Lunch: $35.60-71.19
Dinner: $71.19-106.79
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TOKYO

Takiya

Experiment with the endless possibilities of unconventional tempura at Takiya.

Dinner: $284.77-355.97
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TOKYO

Kusunoki

One of the most comprehensive showcases of fine tempura dining you’re ever likely to find in Tokyo.

Lunch: $284.77-355.97
Dinner: $427.16-569.55
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SHIZUOKA

Naruse

Tempura inspiration is in abundance at this famous Shizuoka fixture.

Dinner: $355.97-427.16
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KANAGAWA

Mikasa

Even if you’ve tried every other tempura shop in town, you’re sure to find a new favorite type at this Kawasaki store.

Dinner: $142.39-213.58
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TOKYO

Tempura Kyorakutei

Soba and tempura are the highlights of this excellent restaurant, which makes their noodles from scratch.

Dinner: $142.39-213.58
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TOKYO

Mikawa Zezankyo

Tempura specialty restaurant in east Tokyo, from a master of the craft with a divine reputation.

Lunch: $142.39-213.58
Dinner: $142.39-213.58
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AKITA

Mikawa Tempura

Attention to detail makes all the difference in the batter and oil at this top tempura restaurant in Akita.

Lunch: $56.95-71.19
Dinner: $71.19-142.39
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TOKYO

Tempura Yamanoue (The Hilltop Hotel)

Enjoy deep-fried treats from one of the restaurants that wrote the book on fine tempura dining.

Lunch: $35.60-71.19
Dinner: $106.79-142.39
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TOKYO

Tempura Iwai

If you’re in Ginza, consider switching out fine sushi dining for the ultimate in high-end tempura.

Lunch: $142.39-213.58
Dinner: $213.58-284.77
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HOKKAIDO

Tempura Araki

Simplicity doesn't mean average — the tempura at this Sapporo eatery is testament to that.

Dinner: $106.79-142.39
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ISHIKAWA

Tempura Koizumi

Try common tempura types prepared in unconventional ways.

Lunch: $71.19-106.79
Dinner: $106.79-142.39
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OSAKA

Kitahachi (Osaka)

A traditional restaurant in Osaka with over 100 years of history, with a focus on delicious tempura and seasonal ingredients.

Dinner: $56.95-71.19
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TOKYO

Miyagawa

Fresh seafood and vegetables fried in the light and pleasant Kansai tempura style, at Miyagawa in Tokyo’s chic style center.

Lunch: $14.24-21.36
Dinner: $42.72-56.95
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TOKYO

Kaminarimon Sansada

A tempura restaurant boasting over 180 years of history, which faithfully carries the banner for authentic Edomae tempura!

Lunch: $7.12-14.24
Dinner: $21.36-28.48
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TOKYO

Tensuke

A neighborhood tempura shop in Koenji loved all over Tokyo, where you can try soft-boiled egg tempura and loads of other crispy treats!

Lunch: $7.12-14.24
Dinner: $7.12-14.24
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TOKYO

Tempura Abe Honten

Seek and ye shall find some of the best-value tempura in Tokyo at this Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant, sequestered in a Ginza basement.

Lunch: $7.12-14.24
Dinner: $42.72-56.95
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TOKYO

Tempura Mitsuta

A long-running Tsukiji tempura institution, serving delicious seafood and vegetable course meals with a 2021 Michelin star to their name.

Dinner: $106.79-142.39
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The food was AMAZING! The staff was very kind and helpful. I will make sure to come back next time I am in Tokyo! The way they batter each thing they fed us to perfection was superb.
Diego Zaragoza
April 02, 2025
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Tempura Ginza Onodera Namikidori
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One of the greatest culinary experiences I have ever had the pleasure to experience. If your reading this, go.
Eric Wallace
March 29, 2025
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XEX ATAGO GREEN HILLS / tempura & sushi An
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Had the Omakase menu here last night with my wife and can fully recommend this place. Lightly battered delicious tempura, that just keeps coming in wave after wave. Wonderful service, the chef is charming…well worth the money.
Simon Prutton
March 28, 2025
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Nishiazabu Tempura Uoshin
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Exceptional experience.....we struggled some with the language barrier but we and they slowed down and slowly began to understand the course of the menu. Sake start was wonderful as we dove into some of the best light battered tempura of the freshest quality. I had each serving and slowly tasted and dipped, no salt needed. The standouts were the puffer fish / asparagus/ lotus root / shrimp and rice soup / scallop. Clearly i enjoyed each course and the chef / server were pleasant and very helpful. The environment was clean and warm as we just took out the time in our day for a Aplus mid day meal. We will be back and will send friends. Arrigato!!!
Joe Shanahan
March 18, 2025
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Arakicho Tenpaku (Formerly Kondou)
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I had the most delicious tempura I’ve ever tasted at Tempura Ono. Every piece is crafted to maximize the natural flavors of the ingredients, allowing you to truly savor their essence. My absolute favorite was the tempura mochi with fried small shrimp. Wrapped in fragrant shiso and crispy dried seaweed, it’s meant to be eaten by hand, creating a perfect combination of textures and flavors.
Tomomi Ueno
March 05, 2025
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Tempura Ono
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