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Aji No Tonkatsu Maruichi
Pork Tonkatsu
Highly praised for its thick cut yet juicy and tender texture, with a crispy breading that balances perfectly with the special tonkatsu sauce and mustard. The pork is locally sourced Kurobuta (Berkshire) pork, known for its quality and flavor, making it a standout dish recommended repeatedly by both locals and visitors.
Shrimp Teishoku Set
Recommended alongside the pork tonkatsu, the shrimp are noted to be very large and fresh, complementing the meal well. The set offers generous portions and is highly satisfying.
Hill Set
Suggested for those who want a large slab of pork with a lot of fatty layering, giving a rich and flavorful experience.
Upper Cut Loin Set
Recommended for diners preferring a leaner cut of pork, it still maintains the excellent quality and juiciness characteristic of the restaurant’s tonkatsu.
Location details
Yamanokuchicho, 1−10 鹿児島中央ビル B1F, Kagoshima, Kagoshima, 892-0844, JP
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 7:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 7:30 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Aji No Tonkatsu Maruichi
Aji No Tonkatsu Maruichi is a tonkatsu restaurant in Kagoshima, Kagoshima, known for kurobuta, black pork tonkatsu, and thick-cut pork cutlets. Reviewers consistently praise the thick, juicy meat, crisp breading, and generous portions, especially on the premium, hill, upper cut loin, and pork fillet sets. The restaurant is described as quiet and often busy, with a wait at peak times, and many reviewers note the owner-chef explains how to eat the tonkatsu. It offers dine-in, takeout, lunch and dinner service, and the price range is ¥1,000 to ¥2,000.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Quiet
- Trending
Crowd
- Tourists
Planning
- Usually a wait
Payments
- PayPay
Parking
- Paid parking lot
Frequently asked questions
What is Aji No Tonkatsu Maruichi known for?
It is best known for kurobuta tonkatsu, especially thick-cut pork that reviewers describe as very juicy, tender, and covered in a crisp, crunchy breading. The premium set and hill set are often mentioned as standouts because the portions are large and the meat quality is high.
What dishes are most recommended at Aji No Tonkatsu Maruichi?
Reviewers most often recommend the premium set, hill set, upper cut loin set, pork fillet katsu, and pork and shrimp teishoku set. The pork is praised for its thickness and juiciness, while the shrimp in the teishoku set is described as unusually large.
What is the atmosphere like at Aji No Tonkatsu Maruichi?
The atmosphere is quiet and cozy, with counter seating popular for watching the katsu made from scratch. It suits solo diners and visitors who want a more personal meal, since reviewers mention the owner-chef explaining the menu and how to eat the tonkatsu.
Is Aji No Tonkatsu Maruichi good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is ¥1,000 to ¥2,000, and reviewers often say the portions are generous enough to feel filling for lunch. Several note that the quality of the kurobuta and the size of the cutlets make the meal feel worth the price, even if it is not the cheapest option.
When should you visit Aji No Tonkatsu Maruichi to avoid waiting?
There is usually a wait, and reviewers report lines around lunchtime, with some getting in faster if they arrive right when it opens. The kitchen prepares tonkatsu from scratch, so even after seating the food can take about 15 minutes.
Is parking available at Aji No Tonkatsu Maruichi?
Yes. Paid parking lot is available.
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