Funabashiya 船橋屋

3-28-14 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku
1-5-1 Shin-Marunouchi Building, Chiyoda-ku

With the original restaurant in the centre of Shinjuku, and another in the Shin-Marunouchi building, this tempura restaurant is fantastic in every way.

The freshest fish fried in top quality oil, with the fish options changing season to season, the taste of this tempura reminds you of the tastes that one can only find in Japan. Even the vegetables are fried in the batter to perfection, with the proportions just right, creating the ideal texture.

There are many set menu options available, prices starting quite low (around ¥1560), going upwards into the options of having courses. It is also possible to just order what you want (okonomi), which might be ideal for groups dining at the counter with different appetites and speeds. Sit at the counter (which you can also request upon reserving), and you can watch everything going on and admire how fresh the fish is.

Go, especially if you are trying real tempura for the first time. I guarantee you it will be a special meal.