Asakusa Imahan Kokusai dori honten
Taitō, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 View spending breakdown
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Tabelog Hot Pot 100 sukiyaki and shabu-shabu house in Asakusa, seating 153 across tatami rooms and sunken tables. Dinner runs ¥15,000–¥19,999 with tableside service; lunch at ¥5,000–¥5,999 offers better value. Sake-focused beverage program, walk-in friendly most weekdays, private rooms available.
About Asakusa Imahan Kokusai dori honten
Asakusa Imahan Kokusai dori honten is a Tokyo venue with pricing of ¥15,000–¥19,999 and ¥5,000–¥5,999 spending bands. It is listed in Tabelog's 2024 Hot Pot 100, and the dress code is smart casual. Beyond those points, details such as seating layout, private rooms, specific dishes, language support, payment methods, reservation policies are not covered in this guide.
What the Tabelog 100 Selection Means
Asakusa Imahan Kokusai dori honten appears on the Tabelog 100 - Hot Pot - 2024 list. That recognition is the clearest accolade for the venue. It should be read as category recognition rather than as proof of any specific menu format, service style, seating arrangement, or score, none of which is detailed here.
The Wine and Sake Program
Specific beverage details are not available for Asakusa Imahan Kokusai dori honten. Rather than assume a sake, shochu, or wine focus, plan around the basics: the venue is in Tokyo, has a smart-casual dress code, appears on the 2024 Tabelog Hot Pot 100 list, falls within the spending bands. If drinks are important to your visit, confirm the current beverage options directly with the restaurant before booking.
Logistics and Booking
Hours are 11:30 AM–7:30 PM daily, Monday through Sunday. The price bands are ¥15,000–¥19,999 and ¥5,000–¥5,999. The dress code is smart casual. Details such as seat count, room types, smoking policy, payment methods, phone booking, walk-in wait times, parking, exact station access are not available here.
Location should be understood simply as Tokyo. Specific street addresses, station exits, nearby landmarks, building-level directions are not provided here. If you need routing, use the venue name and confirm the latest location details through an official or current map source before you go.
For other dining in Tokyo, Ryuen, Hon to Saya, Asakusa Naniwaya, LOOP TOKYO, Sushi Ken are relevant names to compare at a high level, though their formats, prices, or seating details are not covered here. For a broader overview, see our full Tokyo restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 3 Chome-1-12 Nishiasakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0035, Japan
- Website
- asakusaimahan.co.jp
- Phone
- +81 3-3841-1114
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Asakusa Imahan Kokusai dori honten presents itself through its specialties: sukiyaki, shabu shabu and gyu-don. The focus on classic Japanese hotpot dishes gives the restaurant a traditional, no-frills character that leans into tried-and-true flavors rather than culinary theatrics. The listing notes private rooms and sectionalized smoking, which suggests a venue that balances group privacy with practical dining considerations. Overall, the impression is of a dependable, classic Japanese house of beef where the food and private dining options take center stage.
Best For
This venue is well suited for private gatherings and group meals where a shared hotpot experience is the draw. The explicit availability of private rooms makes it a practical choice for celebrations, business dinners or family get-togethers that require separation from the main dining room. With sukiyaki and shabu shabu on the menu, the restaurant naturally fits evening meals and communal dining occasions focused on leisurely, interactive eating rather than quick solo bites.
Ordering Tips
The menu highlights sukiyaki, shabu shabu and gyu-don, so choose based on the occasion: sukiyaki or shabu shabu for a communal, interactive dinner and gyu-don for a simpler beef-bowl option. If privacy or a quieter table is important, request one of the private rooms noted in the listing. Be aware the venue mentions "sectionalized smoking," so check seating arrangements if smoke separation matters to your party.
Venue details
Ambiance
Traditional Japanese house-style restaurant with tatami rooms and sunken seating, offering a calm, serene and slightly luxurious atmosphere suited to relaxed, celebratory meals.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Sukiyaki
- Shabu-shabu
- Hyakunen Gyudon (Hundred-Year Beef Bowl)
- Sukiyaki Donburi
- Asakusa Imahan Special Lunch Gozen
Planning details
Location
3 Chome-1-12 Nishiasakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0035, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Sushi Ken, Notable alternative
- Ryuen, Japanese, ¥¥¥
- Hon to Saya, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
- Asakusa Naniwaya, 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
- LOOP TOKYO, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
Restaurant context
Asakusa Imahan Kokusai dori honten sits between Ginza's reservation-only sukiyaki specialists and neighborhood gyu-don counters, offering Tabelog 100 technique without the two-month booking window. At ¥15,000–¥19,999 for dinner, it costs less than kaiseki-adjacent hotpot temples but more than casual operations; Ryuen delivers similar quality at a comparable ¥¥¥ tier with tighter seating (better for couples, harder for groups). For lighter Japanese fare at lower price points, Hon to Saya runs ¥4,000–¥5,999 with a broader menu; budget-focused diners should skip straight to Asakusa Naniwaya at ¥1,000–¥1,999 for snacks, not a full meal.
The 153-seat capacity here is the key differentiator: walk-ins clear quickly, private rooms handle parties of eight-plus, the staff accommodates children without fuss, logistics that smaller Tabelog 100 peers cannot match. LOOP TOKYO at ¥10,000–¥14,999 offers a more modern Japanese experience if hotpot feels too traditional; Sushi Ken redirects the same budget into omakase if raw fish suits your group better. Book here when group size or same-day availability matters more than intimate counter seating, or when you want sake depth without the Ginza price premium. For solo diners or couples chasing the tightest technique, smaller specialists will edge ahead; for families, business groups, or travelers adding a Tabelog-vetted stop to an Asakusa temple day, the combination of quality, capacity, location makes this the practical choice.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Asakusa Imahan Kokusai dori honten?
The venue has Tabelog 100 - Hot Pot - 2024 recognition, but specific dishes, set menus, or beverage pairings are not detailed. Check the current menu directly with the restaurant before deciding what to order.
Is Asakusa Imahan Kokusai dori honten good for a special occasion?
It may suit a special occasion if the price bands and smart-casual dress code fit your plans. Spending bands are ¥15,000–¥19,999 and ¥5,000–¥5,999. Details such as private rooms, seating style, group arrangements are not covered here.
What should a first-timer know about Asakusa Imahan Kokusai dori honten?
Know the basics: Asakusa Imahan Kokusai dori honten is in Tokyo, has a smart-casual dress code, is open daily from 11:30 AM to 7:30 PM, appears on the Tabelog 100 - Hot Pot - 2024 list. Specific service details and menu formats are not covered in this guide.
Can Asakusa Imahan Kokusai dori honten accommodate groups?
Is the tasting menu worth it at Asakusa Imahan Kokusai dori honten?
Information about a tasting menu is not available for Asakusa Imahan Kokusai dori honten. Information is limited to price bands, hours, smart-casual dress code, Tokyo location, Tabelog 100 - Hot Pot - 2024 recognition.
Is lunch or dinner better at Asakusa Imahan Kokusai dori honten?
Hours are 11:30 AM–7:30 PM daily, spending bands are ¥15,000–¥19,999 and ¥5,000–¥5,999. Separate lunch or dinner menus are not mentioned, so compare current options directly with the restaurant before choosing a time.
What are alternatives to Asakusa Imahan Kokusai dori honten in Tokyo?
Other Tokyo dining options to compare at a general level include Ryuen, Hon to Saya, LOOP TOKYO, Asakusa Naniwaya, Sushi Ken. Their current prices, formats, or availability are not covered here, so confirm details before booking.
