The Miracle of 37.5°C: Exceptionally Juicy, Premium Pink Tonkatsu

At Tonkatsu Akatsuki, we pursue the ultimate tenderness and juiciness, carefully locking in the natural umami and moisture of each ingredient.

The pork is carefully selected and sourced from a butcher shop at the Shibaura Meat Market, using premium brands such as Iwachu Pork, Hitachi no Kagayaki, and currently TOKYO X. Each cut is meticulously trimmed by hand to remove the sinews, then dehydrated and short-aged in-house under strict temperature control. By removing excess moisture, the pork's natural umami is concentrated to bring out a deeper, richer flavor.

Our unique frying method is designed to retain as much moisture as possible. The pork is slowly cooked at a low temperature, rested at room temperature, and then finished at a medium temperature to achieve a crisp coating. By maintaining a core temperature of approximately 65–70°C, the pork is finished with a beautiful pink center, resulting in exceptionally tender meat that releases its juices with every bite.

To preserve this exceptionally juicy texture, we are committed to serving our tonkatsu freshly fried and enjoyed in the restaurant.

Just as much care is given to the accompaniments that complement the pork. The rice is sourced from a local rice shop and milled only in the amount needed each day. It is freshly cooked in 3-cup batches using a Kyoto-made earthenware pot. We also serve our homemade kelp salt, prepared by simmering kelp from Rausu, Hokkaido, and combining it with Okinawan salt.

From careful preparation and precise cooking to every single grain of rice, we invite you to experience the exceptional attention to detail behind every element of our tonkatsu.

• Price Range:

  Lunch: JPY 2,800 - JPY 4,950
  

• 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.

• Arrival time:

  Please arrive 5 minutes before your reserved time to ensure a timely start of your meal. If you arrive more than 15 minutes past your reserved time, your reservation will be automatically canceled.

• Dress Code:

  Dress code is smart casual

• Children:

  Guests aged 6 and above, and able to enjoy the course meal.

• Others:

  We kindly ask for your consideration regarding excessive perfume or fabric softener fragrances.

  Chinese language support available

  For reservations of 5 or more guests, please contact the restaurant by phone.

  If you have any preferences regarding the fatty portions of pork (e.g., prefer or dislike them), please indicate them in the special requests field when making your reservation. We will do our best to accommodate your preferences.