Tempura Shinjuku Tsunahachi Ginza
A historic Ginza tempura institution since 1914, known for its masterful light and crispy tempura, fresh ingredients, and attentive service.
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Tempura Shinjuku Tsunahachi Ginza
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A historic Ginza tempura institution since 1914, known for its masterful light and crispy tempura, fresh ingredients, and attentive service.
"One of the best tempura in Tokyo, with light, fresh, and tasty ingredients, served piece by piece."
Request a Counter Seat
For an interactive experience, ask for a counter seat to watch the chefs prepare your tempura right before your eyes.
Explore Flavor with Salts
Experiment with various salts offered, beyond the traditional tentsuyu, to discover different flavor profiles for your tempura.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Japanese
Price
$$$
Phone
+81 3-3567-1374
Address
松屋銀座 8F, 3 Chome-6-1 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan
Website
tunahachi.co.jp/Highlights
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Masterful Tempura Creations
Experience tempura that's light, crispy, and perfectly fried with fresh ingredients, a testament to over a century of culinary expertise.
Interactive Counter Dining
Dine at the counter to witness skilled chefs prepare each piece of tempura fresh, offering an engaging and authentic experience.
Unique Tempura Ice Cream
Don't miss the signature 'Tempura Ice Cream,' a surprising and delightful dessert that offers a sweet twist on traditional tempura.
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Request a Counter Seat
For an interactive experience, ask for a counter seat to watch the chefs prepare your tempura right before your eyes.
Explore Flavor with Salts
Experiment with various salts offered, beyond the traditional tentsuyu, to discover different flavor profiles for your tempura.
Combat Oiliness with Tea
If you're sensitive to oiliness, drinking tea with your meal can help cleanse your palate and mitigate any perceived greasiness.
Embrace the History
Appreciate that tempura was introduced to Japan by Portuguese merchants in the 16th century.
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Request a Counter Seat
For an interactive experience, ask for a counter seat to watch the chefs prepare your tempura right before your eyes.
Explore Flavor with Salts
Experiment with various salts offered, beyond the traditional tentsuyu, to discover different flavor profiles for your tempura.
Combat Oiliness with Tea
If you're sensitive to oiliness, drinking tea with your meal can help cleanse your palate and mitigate any perceived greasiness.
Embrace the History
Appreciate that tempura was introduced to Japan by Portuguese merchants in the 16th century.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Tempura Shinjuku Tsunahachi Ginza is celebrated for its authentic tempura, featuring light, crispy batter and fresh ingredients, with many praising the attentive service and interactive counter experience. However, some diners have noted that it can be pricey and have experienced issues with communication or perceived differential treatment.
"Authentic tempura experience in Ginza. Staff were very friendly and kind to me as a foreigner. Tempura was light, not salty at all, and very crispy. I wanted to try this restaurant out because I had heard so many great reviews, and I definitely was not disappointed. I was able to learn how to properly mix for authentic tempura sauce.
What will remain with me and has convinced me to come back in the future, is one of the chefs went out of their way to ask me if I would be able to eat a certain part of the course. Many restaurants even in North America do not do this. So this restaurant should be very proud of their service.
11/10 experience without a doubt.
Sincerely, a very grateful tourist :)"
Isaiah G.
"Had dinner here at their Ginza branch 2025 March 17 with family.
We had their tempura and tendon sets, they were perfectly fried and well presented.
The taste was good and the service was decent, the staff were attentive to our needs."
Christopher Calara
"Went here for dinner Sunday October 27 2024. We were a party of 3 and luckily one of us is fluent in Japanese as they spoke no English. We ordered two set menus each different and one assorted 12 piece tempura. We had beers and plum wine. A total of 5 drinks and our bill with tax and service was ¥24,200 so not cheap however not crazy and it was very good. I loved the sweet potato, lotus root and shrimp. We had a small room with our reservation that had one other big table that was seated when we left. Friendly people, clean and good tempura. Closer to a 4.5 however it was better than 4!"
Barbara Lindner (Travelling Wife)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The tempura is known for its light and crispy batter, made with high-quality sesame oil, and uses fresh ingredients.
Requesting a counter seat allows you to watch the chefs prepare your tempura live, offering an interactive experience.
The unique 'Tempura Ice Cream' is a must-try, offering a surprising and delightful sweet finish.
Yes, you can try various salts provided, in addition to the tentsuyu, to explore different flavor profiles.
The restaurant has a rich history dating back to 1914, specializing in tempura preparation.
Drinking tea with your meal is recommended as a way to counteract any perceived oiliness.
While some staff may speak English, it's advisable to have a Japanese speaker with you if possible, as communication can be a challenge.
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