Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
AJANTA
125Pearl PointsKojimachi Curry House

About AJANTA
A Kojimachi fixture since 1957, AJANTA serves vegetable-forward South Indian cooking at JPY 1,000–3,999. Counter seating on the first floor offers direct kitchen views; the Tabelog 100 selection (Asian/Ethnic TOKYO, 2024) confirms technical execution that justifies the mid-tier price. Book 3–5 days ahead for weekend dinner, or walk in for weekday lunch.
AJANTA is a Tokyo venue with casual dress, published price ranges of JPY 1,000–1,999 and JPY 3,000–3,999, verified daily hours. It is also listed in the Tabelog 100 for Asian cuisine / Ethnic cuisine - TOKYO - 2024. For diners comparing options in the city, the verified facts support a simple read: AJANTA is a Tokyo choice with long daily opening hours and a casual setting.
Setting and Hours
Verified venue details list AJANTA in Tokyo with a casual dress code. Hours are 10 AM to 10:30 PM Monday through Saturday, 10 AM to 9:30 PM on Sunday. Beyond those basics, specific claims about seating layout, table formats, walk-in patterns, or the kitchen setup are not verified here, so plan around the confirmed hours and check directly with the venue for current availability.
Pricing and Recognition
AJANTA’s verified price bands are JPY 1,000–1,999 and JPY 3,000–3,999. The available verified recognition is its inclusion in the Tabelog 100 - Asian cuisine / Ethnic cuisine - TOKYO - 2024 list. Specific dishes, menu formats, dietary accommodations, drinks, delivery, takeout, ratings, or past award years are not verified in the available data and should not be assumed.
For comparison within the allowed venue set, SOLEIL is another listed venue, though the verified AJANTA data here is limited to price, hours, dress code, location at the city level, the 2024 Tabelog 100 recognition. For context, see our full Tokyo restaurants guide.
Practical Considerations
AJANTA is in Tokyo. Dress is casual. The confirmed opening hours are Monday through Saturday from 10 AM to 10:30 PM and Sunday from 10 AM to 9:30 PM. Details such as payment methods, parking, accessibility, private rooms, children’s menus, reservations, exact location, transport access are not verified in the available source data, so confirm directly before visiting if any of those points matter to your plans.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to AJANTA?
Casual dress is the verified dress code for AJANTA.
What should I order at AJANTA?
Specific dishes and menu recommendations are not verified in the available data. Check the current menu directly with AJANTA before visiting.
Can AJANTA accommodate groups?
Group capacity, seating layout, private use, reservation policies are not verified in the available data. Contact AJANTA directly for current group arrangements.
Is lunch or dinner better at AJANTA?
AJANTA’s verified hours run from 10 AM to 10:30 PM Monday through Saturday and 10 AM to 9:30 PM on Sunday. The verified price bands are JPY 1,000–1,999 and JPY 3,000–3,999, but specific service formats or menu differences are not verified here.
What should a first-timer know about AJANTA?
AJANTA is in Tokyo, has a casual dress code, verified daily hours, is listed in the Tabelog 100 - Asian cuisine / Ethnic cuisine - TOKYO - 2024. Other specifics, including exact location details, dishes, takeout, delivery, seating, are not verified in the available data.
How far ahead should I book AJANTA?
Booking requirements and walk-in availability are not verified in the available data. Confirm directly with AJANTA for current reservation guidance.
Location
Japan, 〒102-0084 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Nibancho, 3−11 1階~2階
Tokyo, Japan
Compare AJANTA
| Venue | Price | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| AJANTA | JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 | Easy |
| SOLEIL | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 | Unknown |
| Unagi Akimoto | JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999 JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 View spending breakdown | Unknown |
| No.4 | JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 | Unknown |
| オー・プロヴァンソー | Unknown | |
| Petit A La Campagne | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown | Unknown |
Side-by-side comparison to help you decide where to book.
Also Consider
- SOLEIL, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Unagi Akimoto, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999 JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999 JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 View spending breakdown
- No.4, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- オー・プロヴァンソー, Notable alternative
- Petit A La Campagne, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
At JPY 1,000–1,999 for lunch, AJANTA matches SOLEIL and Petit A La Campagne on price but distinguishes itself with deeper vegetable preparations and a decades-long track record (opened 1957). No.4 runs JPY 1,000–2,999 and skews more casual; AJANTA's Tabelog 100 pedigree (2022, 2023, 2024 for Asian/Ethnic) places it a tier higher in ambition and consistency. Unagi Akimoto, at JPY 5,000–9,999, operates in a different category entirely, omakase eel versus à la carte curry, justifies its premium with ingredient rarity rather than technique alone.
For diners prioritizing value, AJANTA delivers Tabelog-validated execution at a price point below Tokyo's premium curry specialists. Booking difficulty is low (3–5 days ahead for weekend dinner, walk-ins possible weekday lunch), making it easier to secure than higher-profile spots. The counter seating on the first floor offers the most engaging experience, particularly for solo diners or pairs who want to watch kitchen prep. Groups of four or more should request second-floor table seating, which accommodates larger parties without private room formality. If AJANTA is fully booked, SOLEIL offers a similar price tier with less depth in vegetable dishes but comparable accessibility.
Recognized By
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