【Support for Examinees】Chiyoda City Tourism Association|Introducing 5 Famous Tonkatsu Restaurants to Examinees|"Manten" Katsu Curry!?

The Chiyoda City Tourism Association introduced five famous tonkatsu restaurants in the city in a newsletter published by the association in order to support the examinees who gather in Tokyo during the examination season. (Photo: Cherry blossoms taken in Chidorigabuchi)

In Chiyoda Ward, there is a large restaurant loved by students and a restaurant of a legend in the tonkatsu world. There are famous tonkatsu restaurants that you should try before taking the exam, such as Michelin-selected restaurants. There are also famous cherry blossom spots such as Hirakawa Tenmangu Shrine and Chidorigabuchi, which is the achievement of academic achievement.

①「 Kioicho Tonkatsu / Western-style food Hitomi ~Tonkatsu by a legend in the tonkatsu world~

It opened in July last year. Hinata Takadanobaba and Junichi Hyuga, the first head chef of Ginza Katsukami, provide special tonkatsu. "Weekday only, today's tonkatsu (2,980 yen)" is recommended for its high gravy and sweet, melt-in-your-mouth fat.

②「 Kitchen Nankai Jimbocho ~More than 50 years in business, the original katsu curry with a concentrated richness and umami~

A long-established store that has been in business for more than 50 years. Some of them have been coming for more than 40 years. Popular "Katsu curry (750 yen)" The rich roux is simmered and laid down for a total of 10 hours, and it takes time to finish carefully. The balance between the tender meat and the crunchy texture of the batter is exquisite.

③「 Rice Curry Manten ~The Hall of Fame, a store name that is perfect for examinees~

Popular for its voluminous menu. There is also a line at lunchtime. "Katsu curry (650 yen)" is a perfect match between the roux, which is infused with a large amount of vegetables and spices, and the crunchy tonkatsu. Above all, the name "Manten" is perfect for students taking exams.

(4)「 Marugo ~A long-established tonkatsu restaurant listed in the Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand~

A long-established store opened in Showa 50. The brand pork is slowly fried at a low temperature to bring out the flavor of the pork and the fine texture. "Special loin katsu (2,200 yen)" You can enjoy the taste change with a special sauce, salt, grated radish, and wasabi soy sauce.

⑤「 Punch Ken ~A talented person who has been selected as a Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand for 8 consecutive years~

Opened in 2012 by a Western chef. You can taste the tender and juicy tonkatsu. Standard menu "Upper loin set meal (1,500 yen)" has a sweet yet refreshing taste.

平河天満宮 ~学問の神様菅原道真を祀る学業成果の神偮神~

It is said that the Edo Dutch scholar Takano Nagahide and the group paperman Hanabo Kiichi prayed at the Hirakawa Tenmangu Shrine. It is said that petting the "petting cow" at the entrance of the shrine will bring benefits.

The Chiyoda City Tourism Association says, "I wish all the students who took the exam to eat the tonkatsu of the famous restaurant and make the cherry blossoms bloom!

"Students, you have worked hard in the midst of a really difficult time, and you can do it!" (Editorial Department)