
Tonkatsu Wako Takumian at Go Shinjuku
Location: Japan, 〒160-0022 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Shinjuku, 3 Chome−14−1 伊勢丹新宿店内 7F
Shinjuku, Tokyo
Tonkatsu Wako Takumian is a premium tonkatsu specialist on the 7th floor of Isetan Shinjuku, crafting deeply fried pork cutlets using carefully sourced ingredients.
Tonkatsu Wako Takumian is a premium tonkatsu specialist on the 7th floor of Isetan Shinjuku, crafting deeply fried pork cutlets using carefully sourced ingredients.
Tonkatsu Wako Takumian is the upmarket brand of the long-established Tonkatsu Wako chain, located on the 7th floor of the iconic Isetan Shinjuku department store within its Eat Paradise dining floor. The Takumian brand represents the chain's highest tier, focusing on premium pork sourced from specific farms across Japan, including the renowned Kurobuta and RYUKA brands. This commitment to ingredient provenance sets Takumian apart from standard tonkatsu restaurants in the Shinjuku area.Each cutlet is fried at precisely controlled temperatures to achieve a light, crisp batter that shatters cleanly while the pork inside remains juicy and tender. The menu features a range of fillet and loin options in various sizes, alongside set meals that include rice, miso soup, and finely shredded cabbage. The rice and cabbage are refillable, a generous touch that regulars appreciate. The tare sauce, developed over years of refinement, complements the pork without overwhelming it. The lunchtime queue can be substantial, a testament to the quality on offer.
Isetan Shinjuku is a one-minute walk from Shinjuku-sanchome Station and five minutes from JR Shinjuku Station. The restaurant operates from 11:00 to 22:00 with last orders at 21:15, though hours may vary on irregular holidays. Being inside Isetan means the setting is polished and comfortable, ideal for a leisurely meal after shopping.
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Alicia T.
Ordered 120 g of pork fillet. It tasted nice but wasn't as fatty as I thought… I guess if you want fatty meat you have to order the black pork? It still tasted great.
Qi
One of the nicest pork cutlets I have ever tried! Decided to go for the premium black pork (fillet and loin). I personally love the loin as it comes with the fatty portion. Delicious - melts in your mouth. They came with several sauces for dipping.
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Tonkatsu Wako Takumian

Wakayama Shop Front Display
A storefront with a beige curtain displaying the logo and name '和幸' (Wakayama). A glass display case showcases various food items, including bowls of rice and other dishes, arranged on wooden shelves. The interior is visible through the open entrance, showing a small stool and part of the counter area. The ceiling has recessed lighting, and the floor is tiled.

Tonkatsu Wako Entrance
Entrance to Tonkatsu Wako restaurant, featuring a prominent black and yellow sign with Japanese characters and English text 'TONKATSU WAKO'. A digital display showcases fried food items, while a menu board lists various dishes with prices. The interior hallway is visible through the glass doors.

Tonkatsu Takumi
The image shows the entrance of a Japanese restaurant called Tonkatsu Takumi (とんかつ和幸). The storefront features wooden paneling with signage displaying the name in both Japanese and English characters. A decorative floral arrangement is placed near the entrance, adding to the welcoming ambiance. Inside, traditional elements like shoji screens are visible through glass doors.

Green Tea in Ceramic Cup
A close-up of a light green ceramic cup filled with green tea, placed on a wooden table. Chopsticks rest nearby.

Japanese Table Setting with Condiments and Side Dishes
A close-up view of a wooden table featuring an array of small ceramic dishes containing various condiments and side dishes, including pickled vegetables, shredded cabbage, and other garnishes. In the background, there is a tray holding additional kitchenware such as teapots and containers.

Restaurant Interior with Chef and Patrons
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Japanese Side Dishes and Salad
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Beer in a glass at a restaurant
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Japanese Restaurant Menu Page
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Food Display Showcase
A well-lit interior display case showcasing various Japanese dishes, including fried items and rice bowls, arranged on multiple shelves with descriptive cards.

Japanese Restaurant Menu Display
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Restaurant Entrance with Stroller and Menu Stand
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Shredded Cabbage Salad with Dressing
A plate of shredded cabbage salad drizzled with a creamy dressing, served on a ceramic dish with blue and brown patterns.

Scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream
A single scoop of pale yellow vanilla ice cream sits on a light blue ceramic plate, accompanied by a wooden serving spoon resting beside it.

Japanese Restaurant Menu Page
A close-up of an open menu book on a wooden table, featuring images and prices of Japanese dishes.

Japanese Menu Page
A close-up of a printed menu page featuring images and descriptions of Japanese dishes, including pork cutlets and mixed rice dishes with prices listed in yen.

Japanese Fried Shrimp Menu Page
A close-up of an open menu book showing a photo and details of fried shrimp dishes, including 'Three-Kind Combination' priced at ¥2,600 and 'Large Sea Bass Fryer' at ¥2,800.

Oishoku Bento Box
A rectangular bento box wrapped in decorative paper with floral and leaf patterns, featuring Japanese characters 'お弁当' (o-bentō) on a green central panel.

Caramel-Covered Cake Slices
A white plate holds three square slices of golden-brown cake, each topped with a glossy caramel glaze that drips slightly onto the plate. A wooden fork rests beside the dessert.

Dessert and Side Dish on Wooden Table
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Japanese Restaurant Table Setting
A wooden table displays several printed menus and promotional flyers featuring fried seafood dishes, chopsticks resting on a holder, and condiments.

Katsu Sashimi
A plate of sliced breaded cutlet (katsu) served on a wire rack atop a decorative ceramic dish with orange and blue patterns. The katsu is pink inside, likely pork or chicken. In the background, there are small bowls containing condiments like pickled ginger, wasabi, and other garnishes.

Tempura Platter with Okonomiyaki Roll
A close-up of a Japanese tempura dish featuring golden-brown battered shrimp and possibly other items, served on a wire rack within a decorative bowl. A slice of lemon is placed at the bottom, alongside a garnish of green herbs. In the background, there are small bowls containing sauces or condiments, including what appears to be mayonnaise and a dark sauce.

Chef Preparing Food at Counter
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Japanese Meal Spread
A table setting featuring a plate of tempura (shrimp, pork cutlet, and fish), lemon wedges, green garnish, shredded cabbage salad, rice in a striped bowl, small side dishes with condiments like pickled ginger, wasabi, soy sauce, and sesame seeds, plus a glass of red wine and various serving utensils.

Tea Set on Wooden Table
A wooden tray holds a black teapot, white ceramic pitcher, glass carafe with dark liquid, and small metal containers. Next to it are stacked napkins in a beige holder, a blue-and-white patterned container with utensils, and a green ceramic cup filled with light-colored tea.

Katsu with sides
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Japanese Restaurant Menu Page
A close-up of an open menu page featuring a photo of fried fish and shrimp tempura with garnish, alongside Japanese text listings for dishes like 'Three-piece Tempura' (2,600 yen) and 'Large Sea Bream Fried Cutlet' (2,800 yen). The bottom includes fine print about ingredients and utensils.

Korean BBQ Meal with Fried Shrimp
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Interior view of Takumi-an restaurant entrance
The image shows the interior hallway leading to a restaurant, with wooden flooring and fabric curtains hanging at the entrance. The left wall features signage in Japanese characters reading 'とんかつ和幸' (Tonkatsu Wakuyuki) along with English text 'TAKUMIAN'. Below this is additional descriptive text about the establishment being a tonkatsu specialist. To the right, more fabric banners display large calligraphy of '丘庵' (Takumi) alongside vertical Japanese text. A glimpse into the room reveals stacked chairs or equipment near the back.

Shredded Cabbage Side Dish
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Restaurant Interior with Chef and Decorative Wall Art
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Restaurant Interior with Wooden Tables and Seating Area
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Caramel Tofu Dessert
Two white plates on a wooden table, each holding golden-brown tofu cubes drizzled with caramel sauce and dusted with brown sugar powder. Wooden forks rest beside the plates.

Japanese Restaurant Table Setting
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Japanese Appetizer Platter
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Restaurant Interior View
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Japanese Table Setting with Side Dishes
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Sushi Bar Interior
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Fried Shrimp and Pork Cutlet with Lemon Wedge
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Food Display Interior
Interior food display with multiple shelves showcasing various dishes, including fried items and salads. A digital screen displays Japanese text above the middle shelf. Decorative yellow flowers flank the central area.

Food Display Showcase
A well-lit interior display featuring multiple shelves of Japanese food items, including fried dishes and side dishes, each with descriptive cards. The setting appears to be a restaurant or food market, showcasing various menu offerings.

Japanese Katsu Meal Spread
A table setting featuring a breaded pork cutlet (katsu) on a wire rack, rice in a bowl, shredded cabbage salad, small bowls of pickles and sauces, soy sauce, sake bottle, tea cup, and napkins.

Katsu with garnish
A close-up of a breaded cutlet, likely tonkatsu or katsu, served on a wire rack over a blue and white patterned plate. A slice reveals the pink interior. Green parsley garnishes the side. In the background, small bowls containing sauces or condiments are visible on a wooden table, along with ceramic teapots.

Beer Glass on Wooden Table
A tall glass of beer with a thick white foam head sits on a polished wooden table. In the background, there is an artistic wall decoration featuring abstract black and white patterns.

Shredded Cabbage Salad
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Japanese Katsu Dishes
A table setting featuring a crispy breaded pork cutlet (karaage) on a wire rack, served with shredded cabbage salad, miso soup, and various small side dishes including pickles, sauces, and garnishes.

Japanese Egg Drop Soup with Wood Spoon
A close-up of a bowl of egg drop soup (tamago) served in a traditional blue and white ceramic bowl with an orange textured base, resting on a dark wooden table. A dark wooden spoon is inserted into the soup, which contains soft curds of egg, green leafy garnish, and translucent pieces possibly of tofu or fish cake. In the background, partially visible, is another small dish containing what appears to be a breaded item, likely tempura or fried food, placed on a light-colored rectangular board.

Chef Cooking at Counter
A chef in white uniform and hat is preparing food behind a glass partition, visible through the counter where patrons sit on patterned chairs.

Dining Room Interior
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Restaurant Interior Table Setting
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Beer and Side Dishes at a Restaurant
A tall glass of beer with a thick foam head sits on a wooden table, accompanied by small dishes containing side items like pickled vegetables and sauces.

Restaurant Interior with Open Kitchen
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Japanese Tempura Platter
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Restaurant Interior with Chef and Decorative Wall Art
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Katsu Dish on Decorative Plate
A close-up of a breaded cutlet dish, likely tonkatsu or katsu, served on a wire rack atop an ornate ceramic plate with floral patterns. The meat is sliced to reveal the juicy interior. A small garnish of parsley accompanies the dish. In the background, there are condiments and side dishes visible.

Caramel Topped Dessert Squares
Three square pieces of light brown, textured dessert on a white plate, each topped with glossy caramel sauce. Served on dark wooden table surface.

Japanese Side Dishes (Ochazuke)
A wooden tray holding eight small ceramic bowls with various Japanese side dishes, including pickled vegetables, shredded cabbage, and other condiments.

Japanese Meal Setting
A table setting featuring a bowl of shredded food topped with sauce, accompanied by small bowls containing condiments and sauces, including soy sauce and mayonnaise. Chopsticks rest on the left side of the frame.

Egg Drop Soup with Garnish
A bowl of creamy egg drop soup served in a traditional blue and white ceramic cup, garnished with a sprig of green herbs. The cup rests on a small red saucer with a wooden spoon beside it. In the background, there is a wooden tray holding three small bowls containing different ingredients or condiments.
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