
Dharmasagara
Tanushimaru-machi, Kurume
Restaurant in Kurume, Japan
The Read
Price
JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
Why go
South Indian restaurant in rural Kurume with halal certification and full dietary-restriction coverage (vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free). Named to Tabelog 100 Asian/Ethnic WEST 2024 within three years of opening. Lunch JPY 2,000–2,999, dinner JPY 3,000–3,999. Seasonal vegetable-focused menu, 52 seats, 20-car parking, family-friendly.
About Dharmasagara
Dharmasagara is a venue in Kurume with verified midday and evening opening periods on most days except Wednesday. The verified price brackets are JPY 2,000–2,999 and JPY 3,000–3,999. It is also listed in the 2024 Tabelog 100 - Asian cuisine / Ethnic cuisine - WEST recognition.
Because the verified record for Dharmasagara is limited, this guide does not assert specific dishes, cuisine style, seating, parking, payment methods, reservation rules, dietary accommodations, or service format. For the most current practical details beyond hours and price range, check the venue directly before visiting.
What Is Verified
Dharmasagara is in Kurume. Its verified opening hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday from 11:30 AM–3 PM and 5–9 PM. Wednesday is closed.
The verified price information places the venue in the JPY 2,000–2,999 and JPY 3,000–3,999 ranges. The available data does not verify individual menu items, course formats, seat count, parking, phone reservations, takeout, delivery, accessibility, or allergy and dietary policies.
Booking, Timing, Group Logistics
Plan around the posted split service: 11:30 AM–3 PM and 5–9 PM on operating days, with a closure on Wednesday. There is no verified information here for last order times, group capacity, private use, child policies, or booking method.
If timing, seating, accessibility, payment, or group arrangements matter, confirm directly with Dharmasagara before traveling. The verified record supports the city, price brackets, regular weekly hours, 2024 Tabelog 100 - Asian cuisine / Ethnic cuisine - WEST listing, but not the operational specifics often needed for larger parties.
How It Fits Among Dining Options
For dining research, Dharmasagara can be considered alongside other comparisons points such as Maruboshi Ramen, Tachibana Udon, Mitsuya Stand, Mendoriya, Maa Boya, as well as other unnamed dining rooms. This page does not make cuisine, price, location, or service comparisons beyond the verified Dharmasagara data above.
Dharmasagara’s clearest verified hooks are its Kurume location, its two posted daily service windows on operating days, its Wednesday closure, its JPY 2,000–2,999 and JPY 3,000–3,999 price ranges, its 2024 Tabelog 100 - Asian cuisine / Ethnic cuisine - WEST recognition.
Before visiting, confirm any details not listed in the verified record, including menu content, reservations, payment options, parking, accessibility, takeout, delivery, dietary accommodation.
Planning details
- Location
- 83-3 Tanushimarumachi Ishikaki, Kurume, Fukuoka 839-1212, Japan
- Website
- dharmasagara.com
- Phone
- +81 943-72-5533
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Dharmasagara presents itself as a Ginza-born destination now operating in Kurume City, focused squarely on authentic South Indian cuisine. The description emphasizes the restaurant’s pedigree — explicitly calling it a famous Tokyo Ginza spot — and frames the venue as reputation-driven rather than trend-chasing. The listing’s straightforward language and the emphasis on authenticity suggest a food-first environment where regional flavors take center stage. Practical details like no smoking and online reservations point to a polished, guest-oriented operation that leverages its Ginza roots to attract diners seeking reliable, authentic South Indian cooking.
Best For
Dharmasagara is best for diners who are seeking authentic South Indian flavors and for those intrigued by a celebrated Ginza address opening outside Tokyo. The provenance — described as a famous Tokyo Ginza restaurant — makes it an appealing choice for guests who prioritize culinary credibility and want to try regional Indian cooking in Kurume City. The listing’s references to Tabelog menus, maps, reviews and photos also make it suited to visitors who like to research dishes and ratings ahead of time. The no-smoking and online-reservation notes further suggest it accommodates planned dining visits.
Ordering Tips
When planning a visit to Dharmasagara, take advantage of the online reservations option called out in the listing to secure a table, particularly given the restaurant’s Ginza reputation. The entry explicitly notes a no-smoking policy, so expect a smoke-free dining room. Consult the Tabelog page for menus, maps, and user-posted reviews and photos to preview offerings and portion sizes before you go. Use those reviews to identify popular items and to set expectations, since the description centers on authentic South Indian cuisine and the venue’s established pedigree.
Planning details
Location
83-3 Tanushimarumachi Ishikaki, Kurume, Fukuoka 839-1212, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Maa Boya, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
- Mendoriya, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
- Tachibana Udon, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Maruboshi Ramen, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Mitsuya Stand, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
Restaurant context
Dharmasagara operates at a different price tier and format than most Kurume dining. Maruboshi Ramen and Tachibana Udon both come in under JPY 999 per head and serve fast-turnover bowls at a counter; Dharmasagara charges JPY 2,000–3,999 and delivers a full table-service meal with vegetable-forward South Indian cooking. If you want halal certification, dietary-restriction handling, or a seated meal in a renovated house, Dharmasagara is the only Tabelog 100 option in Kurume.
Mitsuya Stand (JPY 1,000–1,999) offers a lower price and a standing-bar format, better for a quick drink and small plates than a full dinner. Maa Boya and Mendoriya both sit below JPY 999 and serve ramen or udon in high-turnover settings. For the sub-JPY 1,000 crowd, those three are faster and cheaper; for travelers managing dietary restrictions or seeking a longer, seated meal, Dharmasagara justifies the higher spend.
Book Dharmasagara if you need halal, vegan, vegetarian, or gluten-free options in Kurume, or if you are already visiting Tanushimarumachi for fruit orchards or vineyards and want a dinner stop with parking. For central Kurume ramen or udon, Maruboshi or Tachibana Udon are faster and cheaper. For a low-key standing-bar meal, Mitsuya Stand delivers better value at the JPY 1,000–1,999 bracket.
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Compare Dharmasagara
| Venue | Price | Booking Difficulty | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dharmasagara | JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 | Easy | Tabelog 100 - Asian cuisine / Ethnic cuisine - WEST - 2024 · #10 |
| Maa Boya | - JPY 999 | Unknown | No published awards |
| Mendoriya | - JPY 999 | Unknown | No published awards |
| Tachibana Udon | - JPY 999 - JPY 999 | Unknown | No published awards |
| Maruboshi Ramen | - JPY 999 - JPY 999 | Unknown | No published awards |
| Mitsuya Stand | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown | Unknown | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to Dharmasagara?
Other allowed dining reference points include Maruboshi Ramen, Tachibana Udon, Mitsuya Stand, Mendoriya, Maa Boya, along with other unnamed dining options. This guide does not verify direct cuisine, price, location, or service-style comparisons between them and Dharmasagara.
Is Dharmasagara good for a special occasion?
The verified record does not include seating, room style, private-use options, accessibility, or group policies. For a special occasion, confirm the current setup, booking process, any menu arrangements directly with the venue.
Is there a tasting menu at Dharmasagara?
No tasting-menu detail is verified here. The verified information covers Kurume location, regular weekly hours, price brackets, the 2024 Tabelog 100 - Asian cuisine / Ethnic cuisine - WEST recognition; confirm any course or set-menu format directly with the venue.








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