Tonkatsu is so popular you can literally have it right now, wherever you are in the world. But, the most authentic tonkatsu is in Japan and you must give it a try.
In Hiroshima, where seafood are the stars of the table, tonkatsu has to stand out and it does. Emphasizing flavor and texture, Hiroshima sometimes uses okonomiyaki sauce instead of the usual tonkatsu sauce. They also add local seafood as toppings at times.
Wondering where to eat this deep-fried pork cutlet coated in flaky panko breadcrumbs in Hiroshima? Here are our top picks!
1. Tonki
This tonkatsu restaurant in Hiroshima is situated near Arpark, a commercial facility in the suburbs. If you want to get a taste of their special roast cutlet, the most recommended item on their menu, be sure to arrive early as they run out fast. Whether you are solo, a couple, family, or group of friends, Tonki is a must-visit.
Price: From 1,000 yen
Hours: 11:30 AM-2:15 PM, 5:30-8:45 PM (Monday to Friday), 11:30 AM-2:30 PM, 5-8:45 PM (Saturdays), closed on Sundays
Contact: +81 82-277-3267
Address: 2-15-13 Kusatsushinmachi, Nishi Ward, Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, 733-0834, Japan
2. Tonkatsu no Kikuya
This family-run Hiroshima tonkatsu restaurant does not have a fancy façade, but customers call their tonkatsu “excellent.” With chill music playing in the background, they serve some of the town’s best cutlets you can pair with the drink of your choice, such as beer, sake, kaku highball, and shōchū.
Price: From 1,000 yen
Hours: 11:30 AM-2 PM, 6-9 PM (Monday to Friday), 11:30 AM-PM (Saturdays), closed on Sundays
Contact: +81 82-227-1235
Address: 7-7 Teppocho, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan, 730-0017
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3. Tonkatsu Wako Pacela
Part of Yelp as one of the best tonkatsu restaurants in Hiroshima, Tonkatsu Wako Pacela offered various choices. You can have the tonkatsu alone or the mixed plate. The tonkatsu is perfectly fried, so juicy and tender you might order a second plate. You must also try their shrimp and minced beef and pork cheese filled cutlet, as well as their chicken karaage. Sets come with an uber satisfying miso soup.
Price: From 1,000 yen
Hours: 11 AM-10 PM
Contact: +81 82-502-3384
Address: 6-78 Motomachi, 8F Pacela, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, 730-0011, Japan
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4. Tonkatsu 16
A hidden gem in Hiroshima, Tonkatsu 16, deserves your visit. Just by looking at its tonkatsu alone, you already know it’s tasty. Their menu features a variety of cutlet options, each meticulously cooked to achieve a crunchy exterior while keeping the inside tender and flavorful.
Price: From 3,000 yen
Hours: 11:30 AM-2 PM, 5:30-8 PM (Wednesday to Sunday), closed on Mondays and Tuesdays
Contact: +81 50-3700-2252
Address: 5-19 Nagarekawacho, Casablanca Building, 1F, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, 730-0028, Japan
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5. Sachi
If these restaurants are listed in the order of servings, Sachi will emerge on top. They offer portions larger than what other tonkatsu restaurants have, and you can even ask for more rice, salad, or soup. One customer said they came here twice in a row. You can find them on Uber Eats, too.
Price: From 1,000 yen
Hours: 11 AM-3 PM, 6-10 PM
Contact: +81 82-232-3022
Address: 2-4-27 Sakaimachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, 730-0853, Japan
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6. Wako Fukuya Hiroshima Ekimae Restaurant
Think you’ve already tasted the best tonkatsu? Not quite. In this tonkatsu restaurant, listed on Tripadvisor as one of the best, even if you’re dining with the crowd, the environment is very calm. Their tonkatsu is crispy, and you can order stuff like the rice cabbage and eat it all you want.
Price: From 1,000 yen
Hours: 11 AM-3 PM, 5-10 PM
Contact: +81 82-568-3758
Address: 9-1 Matsubaracho, 11F Fukuya Hiroshima Station Square Store, Minami Ward, Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, 732-8511, Japan
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7. Katsuan Iwakuni
Unassuming, Katsuan Iwakuni also serves some of the tastiest tonkatsu in town. If your family is visiting Japan for Tokyo Disneyland or Universal Studios in Osaka, consider taking a side trip to Hiroshima for its scenery and for its tonkatsu, of course. This restaurant has kid-friendly options.
Price: From 1,500 yen
Hours: 5 AM-3 AM
Contact: +81 120-220-102
Address: 1-5-31 Marifumachi, Iwakuni, Yamaguchi Prefecture, 740-0018, Japan
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8. Tonshou
This award-winning tonkatsu restaurant is very accessible from train stations. Be sure to order everything you want as you can pay various ways, such as QR code payments. The tonkatsu here is juicy and crispy, as well as has an amazing texture.
Price: From 2,000 yen
Hours: 11 AM-3 PM, 5:30-9 PM (Wednesday to Friday), 11 AM-3 PM, 5-9 PM (Saturdays to Sundays), closed on Mondays and Tuesdays
Contact: +81 84-982-7520
Address: 2-25-33 Minazawaicho, Fukuyama, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan
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The best tonkatsu are always crispy and juicy. When in Hiroshima, you’ve got to give yourself a treat. As they say in Japan, no tonkatsu, no life.
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