Wendy’s First Kitchen - Sasazuka — Restaurant in Tokyo

Wendy’s First Kitchen Sasazuka delivers fast food satisfaction with a premium twist. The Double Baconator is gloriously over-the-top, the fries are stellar, and while it’s pricier than McDonald's, the quality speaks for itself. A go-to guilty pleasure for homesick Americans craving beefier bites. 5/5 – Worth the yen for the taste.

Full Review: Wendy’s First Kitchen – Sasazuka: The Baconator Beckons ⭐ 5/5 – American indulgence, Japanese polish

I know what you’re thinking: “You’re in Tokyo. The land of Michelin-star ramen, conveyor belt sushi, and hidden izakayas. Why on earth are you going to Wendy’s?”

And to that, I say: because the Double Baconator hits different.

Tucked into the urban hustle of Sasazuka, Wendy’s First Kitchen blends classic American fast food comfort with the quiet efficiency Japan is known for. The bacon is smoky, the patties juicy, and the fries? A crispy, golden delight—a true standout. You won’t find sad, soggy potatoes here. These fries hold their own against any fast food rival, and honestly, I might prefer them to McDonald's in Japan, which is already a step up from its Western counterpart.

Let’s be clear: this isn’t the cheapest fast food experience you’ll have in Tokyo. Prices here are slightly steeper, but what you get in return is portion, satisfaction, and sheer meatiness. For burger lovers, it’s an indulgent reward—an American-style meal that doesn’t taste like it was watered down for foreign palates. It’s hearty, unashamedly greasy, and built to satisfy.

I’ll dock a point because, frankly, there’s still no zero-calorie soda option—a small but puzzling omission in a country where calorie-conscious options are widely available. While I’m under no illusion that a Diet Coke will offset the caloric avalanche of a Baconator, it’s nice to have the option, especially when Japan’s own McDonald's manages to provide it.

That said, Wendy’s in Japan has carved out a space for itself—not as a cheap alternative, but as a premium fast food offering. The inclusion of pasta, American chili, and seasonal items also adds a quirky, localized flair that separates it from your standard stateside location.

Final Thoughts: In a city overflowing with culinary brilliance, you’d think a trip to Wendy’s would feel like slumming it—but it doesn’t. Sometimes, especially for expats or nostalgic travelers, you want the familiar, but better. That’s what this place is.

Wendy’s First Kitchen Sasazuka isn’t just a fast food stop—it’s a guilty pleasure with just enough quality and flavor to keep you coming back, even when surrounded by a thousand other options.

Verdict: 5/5. A reliable, beefy fix for when ramen fatigue hits. Come hungry,...

Been here awhile ago, and its so sad to say I was disappointed . Been ask to follow a line to usher customers for the orders by a machine ( for maintaining social distance). Have the patience of waiting since there has been few who are ahead of me. Next to me was a mother and three Kids. There were two machines at that establishment so I went to the first one , since it was already vacant. Few seconds later the other machine also went vacant so the family went for order. I presume I was attended first since I ordered only for a simple drink. And came ahead, to my surprise, I have to wait for their orders to be served first before I could have mine? I do not want to be being so rude for the kids and their mom coz they are innocent. My concern was “ do you serve first come first serve ? or maybe first payment first serve ? or maybe more orders more service or ? Is it because you we look different! Been visiting here for sometimes but now I don’t know. Anyway for the mean staffs - you can have my ordered drink. I’ve lost my appetite . I don’t want to visit the...

Among all the fast food burger chain restaurants I’d say Wendy’s is the best one when it comes to quality, quantity and price. You can order using two touch screen machines (you can select English or Japanese language). You can use some discount coupons you can find online. If you make an online survey rating the restaurant you can get free fries. They have delicious burgers, like the baconator (ベーコネーター), and you can order a set with a drink and flavored fries (the cod roe ones are delicious). A Baconator USA Double set with a soft drink and M-size fries, applying a 10% discount coupon, costs ¥1,113. Quality and price are good, and size and quantity are bigger than in other fast food burger chain restaurants. Friendly and...