Tempura
in Tokyo
Seafood and vegetables fried in a light, crisp batter, served simply with dipping sauce, salt, or rice. In Tokyo it can be quick comfort food or a refined counter experience.
Did you know?
Tempura became part of Edo's fast-food culture alongside sushi and soba before evolving into one of Tokyo's most precise restaurant crafts.
Where to Find It
1 place to try Tempura in Tokyo
Tempura Kondo
$$$$Ginza
A celebrated Ginza tempura counter where seasonal vegetables and seafood are fried with careful timing and a notably delicate batter.
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