Written on: 1/26/2025
Name: Asakusa Tencha – 浅草天ちゃ
Google Maps link: Asakusa Tencha
Restaurant website: Asakusa Tencha
Hours:
- According to the website: Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun: 08:15 AM – 3:30 PM
- According to Google: Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun: 08:15 AM – 3:00 PM
Finding the entrance:
Very easy to find—just look for the white noren curtains. The restaurant is quite small, though, so keep that in mind as you search for it.
Closest train station(s):
Tawaramachi (Exit 3)
About the restaurant:
There isn’t a specific “about” or mission statement on their website, so here’s how I would describe it: This adorable little spot serves up tempura dishes, with an emphasis on their ichiban-dashi. A hidden gem here is their in-house made flavored salts.
Reservations:
N/A
Walk-ins:
The restaurant only has about 5 seats, so if you don’t want to wait, it’s best to get there early.
Accepted Forms of Payment:
Cash and credit card.
Special notes:
The restaurant is managed by a very kind lady named Yuka. She speaks a fair amount of English and is incredibly warm and accommodating.
Menu:
