HomeHidden Gem RestaurantsTonki (とんき) vs Kushikatsu Daruma (串カツだるま)

Tonki (とんき) vs Kushikatsu Daruma (串カツだるま)

Which hidden gem restaurants is better for your Japan trip?

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Tonki (とんき)

4.5

銀座 鹿乃子 本店 /ぎんざかのこ (銀座/和菓子)の店舗情報は食べログでチェック! 【禁煙】口コミや評価、写真など、ユーザーによるリアルな情報が満載です!地図や料理メニューなどの詳細情報も充実。

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Kushikatsu Daruma (串カツだるま)

4.3

Osaka's most iconic kushikatsu chain since 1929. The angry chef mascot and 'no double dipping' rule are Osaka culture.

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Tonki (とんき)

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Kushikatsu Daruma (串カツだるま)

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Pros & cons

Tonki (とんき)

  • Popular hidden gem restaurants choice among locals
  • Authentic Japanese experience
  • May have limited English

Kushikatsu Daruma (串カツだるま)

  • Popular hidden gem restaurants choice among locals
  • Authentic Japanese experience
  • May have limited English

Our verdict

Tonki (とんき) edges ahead with 4.5/5. Both are solid choices — pick based on your priorities.