Aokiya — Restaurant in Tokyo

Like a lot of other people here, I found out about this place on tv/online. It’s a far trek depending on where you are in Tokyo, but it’s worth it. There are several options to choose from, so I went with the tonkatsu (とんかつ) and menchikatsu options (メンチかつ). Both were very tasty, but I preferred the menchikatsu. The sauce was tasty and the bread is fantastic, so soft and chewy. They have sandwiches ready to go, which are still warm, so it’s the perfect takeaway lunch. And the price cannot be beat, as for 350 yen you’re getting a ton of sandwich. Service was fast...

Being an avid viewer of NHK Document 72 hours, I learned about this place when it was featured in one of their episodes. On my first trip to Japan since 2000 I just had to visit and staying in Asakusa meant it was only a 25 minute walk. We arrived there at just after 8am and waited approx 10 mins in the queue to purchase Korokke Pan and Hamakatsu. It was well worth the few years wait to get there! A few more minutes walk will get you to a peaceful stretch of the Sumida river where you can have a seat and enjoy the delicious sandwiches. Would I recommend it to...

Specialises in giant cobbler buns. Open from 7am and often sold out by early afternoon. The giant croquette bun and tonkatsu bun are particularly popular. The croquette bun has a large croquette sandwiched between fluffy, flaky coppé buns, perfect for breakfast. The tonkatsu bun is just the right amount of juicy meat. Aokiya is closed on Sundays and public holidays and closes when out of stock. The local area used to be home to Tokyo Stadium, and Aokiya is a well-known restaurant reminiscent...