Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan

Jinenbo

Name: Jinenbo
Address: 4 Chome-19-24 Kugahara, Ota City, Tokyo 146-0085, Japan, Tokyo, JP
Telephone: +81 3-5700-5330
Price range: JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999

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About Jinenbo

Tabelog 100 tonkatsu specialist in residential Kugahara with a drinks-forward izakaya format. Dinner runs JPY 3,000–3,999, lunch JPY 2,000–2,999. The house-restaurant setting and sake-shochu selection support longer, group-friendly meals. Six minutes from Kugahara Station; reservations accepted via Instagram, website, or Google. Closed Wednesdays.

Jinenbo is a Tokyo venue with verified price bands of JPY 3,000–3,999 and JPY 2,000–2,999. Its published hours list split service on most open days: 11:30 AM–3 PM and 5–10 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with Wednesday closed. Dress code is casual. Jinenbo is also listed for Tabelog 100 Tonkatsu recognition in 2026, keeping the practical details straightforward for diners planning a visit.

Verified planning details

Verified public details for Jinenbo are limited, so it is best not to assume a specific drinks program, seating layout, reservation channel, or menu structure beyond the information confirmed here. What is grounded: the venue is in Tokyo, the dress code is casual, the price bands are JPY 3,000–3,999 and JPY 2,000–2,999, and the operating schedule is split between daytime and evening service on open days. Diners should confirm any menu specifics, booking requirements, or special requests directly before going.

What to expect and how it fits the category

Jinenbo’s confirmed profile is concise: a casual Tokyo venue with split hours, a Wednesday closure, and pricing within the stated JPY 2,000–2,999 and JPY 3,000–3,999 bands. The Tabelog 100 Tonkatsu 2026 listing gives it a clear point of recognition, but details such as seating count, payment methods, accessibility, takeout, delivery, private rooms, or family accommodations are not verified here and should not be assumed.

For comparison within the allowed Pearl guide set, Tonkatsu Enraku is another named venue readers may consider, while THE LIVING offers a different Tokyo dining reference point. Without verified matching details for those peers in this dataset, the most reliable way to compare them is to check each venue’s current listing directly rather than relying on assumed price, format, or menu differences.

For first-time planning, use the confirmed basics: Jinenbo is in Tokyo, has a casual dress code, closes on Wednesdays, and is open 11:30 AM–3 PM and 5–10 PM on its operating days. The verified price bands are JPY 2,000–2,999 and JPY 3,000–3,999. For more Tokyo dining options, explore our full Tokyo restaurants guide, or check Tokyo bars for broader city planning.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should a first-timer know about Jinenbo?

Jinenbo is in Tokyo. Verified details include a casual dress code, price bands of JPY 2,000–2,999 and JPY 3,000–3,999, and hours of 11:30 AM–3 PM and 5–10 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. It is closed on Wednesday. Jinenbo is also listed for Tabelog 100 Tonkatsu recognition in 2026.

How far ahead should I book Jinenbo?

Specific reservation channels and booking lead times are not verified here. Check directly with Jinenbo before visiting, especially if you are planning around a particular date or service time.

Does Jinenbo handle dietary restrictions?

Dietary accommodation details are not verified here. Contact Jinenbo directly before visiting if you have allergies, dietary restrictions, or specific ingredient concerns.

What is Jinenbo known for?

Jinenbo is a Tokyo venue with verified Tabelog 100 Tonkatsu recognition in 2026, casual dress code, split daytime and evening hours on open days, and price bands of JPY 2,000–2,999 and JPY 3,000–3,999.

Location

4 Chome-19-24 Kugahara, Ota City, Tokyo 146-0085, Japan

Tokyo, Japan

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THE LIVING, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
Tonkatsu Enraku, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
pizzeria fabbrica 1090, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Natsuya no Chuka Soba, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
PondyBhavan Musashi nitta, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 - JPY 999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 - JPY 999

Jinenbo's JPY 3,000–3,999 dinner price puts it above budget specialists like Tonkatsu Enraku (JPY 1,000–2,999) but below the JPY 5,000+ tier of central Tokyo tonkatsu counters. The Tabelog 100 recognition signals consistent technical execution, and the house-restaurant format provides more space and flexibility than high-turnover shops. THE LIVING operates at a similar lunch price (JPY 2,000–2,999) but without the drinks program depth or private room options. For diners prioritizing sake and shochu pairings, Jinenbo offers a wider selection than most tonkatsu specialists, which typically focus on beer and basic sake.

The Kugahara location, six minutes from Kugahara Station on the Tokyu Ikegami Line, means Jinenbo draws fewer walk-ins than central Tokyo alternatives. Booking is easier than at comparably awarded venues in Shibuya or Shinjuku, and the reservation process (Instagram, website, Google, or phone) accommodates advance planning without requiring multi-week lead times. Pizzeria fabbrica 1090 charges JPY 4,000–4,999 at dinner, positioning it slightly higher, though the pizza format makes direct comparison less relevant. For diners seeking value within the awards-recognized tonkatsu category, Jinenbo balances price, quality, and booking accessibility better than most central Tokyo peers.

The family-friendly policy and 30-seat capacity (including tables, tatami, and private rooms) make Jinenbo a practical choice for groups or diners with children, scenarios where counter-only tonkatsu shops fall short. Natsuya no Chuka Soba and PondyBhavan Musashi nitta operate at lower price points (JPY 1,000–2,999 and JPY 2,000–2,999 respectively) but without the tonkatsu specialization or awards credentials. For diners willing to travel to Ota City, Jinenbo delivers Tabelog 100 quality at a price that remains within reach, with a drinks program that extends the meal beyond the standard pork cutlet service arc.