Tempura Niitome, a restaurant highly acclaimed in Nagoya, has relocated to Azabudai Hills in Tokyo in pursuit of even greater heights. Owner‑chef Shuji Niitome, a leading figure in the tempura world, coats carefully selected seasonal seafood and vegetables in his signature “living batter,” a technique perfected through years of dedicated exploration.

His approach to batter preparation is meticulous: flour is rested at –40 to –60°C and combined with eggs only moments before use. The frying oils—Taibaku and Taiko sesame oils—are blended ingredient by ingredient, with the temperature adjusted precisely to draw out the aroma, flavor, and moisture inherent in each component. The course menu reflects the shifting expressions of Japan’s seasons.

The interior is a refined Japanese space incorporating sukiya‑zukuri architecture and Edo‑period antiques, with thoughtful details extending from the bamboo‑lined entrance to every corner of the room. At the eight‑seat counter, crafted from a single chestnut wood plank, only a pane of glass separates guests from the frying pot. Experience tempura found nowhere else, accompanied by the vivid movements and resonant sounds of Chef Niitome’s craft.

• Price Range:

  Lunch: JPY 40,000 - JPY 40,000
  Dinner: JPY 100,000 - JPY 100,000

• Dietary restrictions / Allergies:

  If you have any specific food allergies or ingredients you cannot consume, please inform us in advance. Unfortunately, we cannot accept reservations if there are ingredients that you cannot eat within a wide range.

  If you or your companions have any allergies to or dislike shellfish or crustaceans, please refrain from making reservations, as it will affect several items in the course.

• Arrival time:

  All reservations will be started at the same time. If you arrive late or leave the restaurant before the scheduled time, we may not be able to serve you a portion of your course. If you do not contact us and exceed your reservation time, it will be automatically canceled.

• Dress Code:

  Dress code is smart casual (Please refrain from wearing T-shirts, shorts, and sandals when you visit.)

• Children:

  Guests aged 12 and above, and able to enjoy the course meal.

• Others:

  =====About Your Reservation and the Day of Your Visit=====

  ・Please follow all guidelines and ensure your companions are informed as well.

  ・Photography inside the restaurant is strictly prohibited.

  ・Posting on social media platforms (YouTube, Instagram, Twitter/X, etc.) or review sites (including text‑only posts) is not permitted.

  ・Please refrain from wearing strong fragrances such as perfume or cologne.

  ・The guest who made the reservation must be the one to visit. We cannot accept substitutes.

  ・If you are unable to visit, please cancel your reservation yourself.

  ・If the reservation holder does not arrive, the reservation will be declined. If someone other than the reservation holder arrives, entry will be refused and treated as a no‑show.

  ・Please allow approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes for the meal.

  ・Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the restaurant.

  ・To ensure a comfortable environment for all guests, any behavior deemed disruptive or harmful to other guests or to our operations may result in being asked to leave, even during the course. In such cases, it will be treated as a same‑day cancellation, and the full course fee will be charged.

  ・Even if you step away from your seat for phone calls, the timing of dish service cannot be adjusted. We kindly ask that you avoid leaving your seat whenever possible.

  
  

  =====About the Reservation Holder and Accompanying Guests=====

  Please enter the names and genders of all guests who will be accompanying you.

  ※We carefully consider the combination and overall balance of guests for each seating. If we determine that the guest arrangement may not be the best fit, we may decline your reservation. In such cases, the restaurant will contact you within three days.