Japanese restaurant • 3-chōme-8-1 Shimomeguro, Meguro City, Tokyo 153-0064, Japan
Situated in the quiet residential area of Lower Meguro, 'Tonkatsu Yachiyo' is a renowned restaurant with an irresistibly Showa retro atmosphere. Upon entering, you will be welcomed by a space where time seems to have stood still.
The iron plate glowing with grease is visible over the counter. Faint roasted aromas fill the completely 'outdated' interior. But here, the 'classic taste' that is slowly being lost lives on.
The signature dish, fillet cutlet, is a must-try. One bite, and the crunchy texture of the exquisite breading spreads in your mouth. It's a masterful dish that brings out the best of the ingredients.
Whether it’s a katsudon or a set meal, every dish has a Showa-era aroma. The prices are reasonable and the portions plentiful. It’s easy to see why it has long been loved by local salarymen and housewives.
The restaurant is about a 10-minute walk from Lower Meguro Station. It is also close to Meguro Fudoson, making it a convenient stop during sightseeing. Enjoy a supreme moment enveloped in nostalgic Showa-era scents.