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Explore the map in the DocentPro app10 restaurants in Tokyo: Gyukatsu Motomura, Tonkatsu Marushichi | Monzen-nakacho, Godaime Hanayama Udon Ginza, and 7 more. Every place is verified on Google Maps, featured in an Instagram post by Salie's Itinerary | Japan & East Asia Travel.
Gyukatsu Motomura
Japanese restaurant
4.8
Experience crispy gyukatsu, a deep-fried beef cutlet that's perfectly rare inside. Try the Tachikawa or Machida branches for shorter waits than the popular Shibuya spot.
Tonkatsu Marushichi | Monzen-nakacho
Tonkatsu restaurant
4.0
Enjoy tender, perfectly fried tonkatsu at this popular spot. Visit the Akabane or Tsukishima branches for a more relaxed dining experience without the long waits.
Godaime Hanayama Udon Ginza
Japanese restaurant
4.2
Savor thick, chewy udon noodles in a rich broth, a true Japanese comfort food. Head to the Nihonbashi Muromachi branch to avoid the usual queues found in Ginza.
Rokurinsha(Ramen street Tokyo station)
Ramen restaurant
4.1
Famous for its rich, dipping tsukemen ramen, a must-try for noodle enthusiasts. Consider the Tokyo Skytree Solamachi or Osaki locations for a quicker bowl.
Nihonbashi Kaisen Donburi Tsujihan Nihonbashi
Japanese restaurant
4.4
Indulge in a luxurious kaisendon (seafood bowl) with generous servings of fresh sashimi. The Akasaka Ark Hills or Kagurazaka branches offer a less crowded experience.
Kaneko Hannosuke Nihonbashi Ningyocho Branch
Japanese restaurant
4.3
Enjoy perfectly crispy tempura bowls with rich, savory sauce. Opt for the Teishoku branch just a 5-minute walk from the main Nihonbashi location to skip the lines.
Sushi no Midori Shibuya
Sushi restaurant
4.3
Savor fresh, high-quality sushi at affordable prices, a beloved local favorite. Explore the Umegaoka Setagaya branch for a potentially shorter wait compared to the Shibuya location.
Katsukura Shinjuku Takashimaya
Japanese restaurant
4.5
Experience succulent tonkatsu with customizable sauces and freshly ground sesame seeds. The Kichijoji branch is a great alternative to the often-busy Shinjuku Takashimaya location.
AFURI Harajuku
Ramen restaurant
4.4
Delight in refreshing yuzu-scented ramen, known for its light yet flavorful broth. Check out the Nakameguro or Hachioji branches to bypass the longer queues at Harajuku or Ebisu.
Sushiro
Sushi restaurant
4.3
Enjoy a wide variety of fresh, affordable conveyor belt sushi, a fun and interactive dining experience. Book ahead via the official app or LINE to avoid long wait times at peak hours.
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