Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan

Mochiku

Name: Mochiku
Address: Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 6 Chome−5−16 2階, Tokyo, JP
Telephone: +81 3-3571-1578
Price range: JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999 JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999

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About Mochiku

Fourth-generation Ginza tempura counter (est. 1914) named to <em>Tabelog</em> Tempura 100 for 2025, 2023, and 2022. The kitchen changes oil completely for each of three daily sittings, delivering cleaner finishes than faster-turnover peers. At JPY 28,400–24,000 plus 15% service, the price reflects both heritage technique and the cost of the oil-change discipline—worth it if omakase format and provenance matter more than à la carte flexibility.

Mochiku is a Tokyo venue with verified price bands of JPY 30,000–JPY 39,999 and JPY 8,000–JPY 9,999. The verified dress code is smart casual, and the venue appears on the Tabelog 100 - Tempura - 2025 list. Beyond those points, the available verified data does not confirm a specific menu format, seating style, chef history, address, booking policy, service charge, or payment rules, so those details should be checked directly before planning a visit.

Verified Essentials for Planning

The verified information does not confirm a founding year, seating count, course structure, or individual dishes at Mochiku. What can be stated reliably is that Mochiku is in Tokyo, has a smart-casual dress code, and is associated with the Tabelog 100 - Tempura - 2025 recognition. For scheduling, verified hours are listed for Monday through Saturday as 3:00–5:15 PM, 5:45–8:00 PM, and 8:30–10:00 PM. The Sunday listing in the verified data is incomplete, so guests should confirm Sunday availability directly.

How to Compare Mochiku with Other Tokyo Dining

Within Tokyo's premium dining landscape, Mochiku should be evaluated on the verified essentials rather than unconfirmed claims about seating, courses, or service style. Its verified price bands place it in a high-end range, while the lower verified band indicates another verified price range; the exact meal period or format is not confirmed in the available data. Diners comparing Mochiku with comparable venues such as Ginza Yamashina should verify current pricing, hours, and menu details directly with each venue before booking.

The verified location information for Mochiku should be stated only as Tokyo. No specific street address, building, floor, station access, neighborhood, or landmark is confirmed in the available data. Guests should use the venue's current official listing or reservation channel for exact directions.

Reservation method, cancellation policy, child policy, photography rules, payment methods, phone number, private-room availability, and accessibility details are not confirmed in the verified data. Because those policies can materially affect a visit, confirm them directly before making plans.

Quick reference: Mochiku, Tokyo; verified price bands JPY 30,000–JPY 39,999 and JPY 8,000–JPY 9,999; smart-casual dress code; verified Monday–Saturday hours of 3:00–5:15 PM, 5:45–8:00 PM, and 8:30–10:00 PM; listed on Tabelog 100 - Tempura - 2025.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mochiku worth the price?

Mochiku's verified price bands are JPY 30,000–JPY 39,999 and JPY 8,000–JPY 9,999. Whether it is worth the price depends on the current menu and experience, which are not confirmed in the verified data. It is also listed on Tabelog 100 - Tempura - 2025.

What should I order at Mochiku?

The verified data does not confirm specific dishes, an à la carte menu, a tasting menu, pairings, or a required ordering format. Check the current menu directly with Mochiku before visiting.

Is Mochiku good for a special occasion?

Mochiku may suit a special occasion for diners seeking a premium Tokyo venue, but the verified data does not confirm seating layout, private rooms, child policy, cancellation fees, or service style. The verified dress code is smart casual.

Can I eat at the bar at Mochiku?

The verified data does not confirm whether Mochiku has bar seating, counter-only seating, tables, or private rooms. Confirm seating arrangements directly when booking.

Is the tasting menu worth it at Mochiku?

The verified data does not confirm a tasting-menu format. Mochiku's verified price bands are JPY 30,000–JPY 39,999 and JPY 8,000–JPY 9,999, and it is listed on Tabelog 100 - Tempura - 2025; ask the venue for the current menu structure before deciding.

Location

Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 6 Chome−5−16 2階

Tokyo, Japan

Compare Mochiku

Value at a Glance: Mochiku

Venue	Price
Mochiku	JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999 JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
Setsugekka Ginza
Spice Lab Tokyo
Ginza Yamashina	JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
Nikuya Tanaka
SHIGEMATSU	¥¥¥¥

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Setsugekka Ginza, Notable alternative
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Ginza Yamashina, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
Nikuya Tanaka, Beef Kaiseki, Beef Kaiseki
SHIGEMATSU, Japanese, ¥¥¥¥

At JPY 28,400–24,000 plus service, this fourth-generation tempura counter sits between mid-tier Ginza options and multi-Michelin peers. Ginza Yamashina charges JPY 10,000–14,999 at dinner (JPY 6,000–7,999 lunch) and offers easier walk-in access with less formal service, choose it if budget is the priority and you don't need the oil-change rigor or the 110-year provenance. At the high end, starred tempura specialists push JPY 35,000+ and enforce stricter no-photography and dress codes; here, dish photos are allowed and the dress code is lighter (no fragrance, no bare skin on the white wood counter), making it more approachable for first-time omakase diners who want heritage technique without the intimidation factor. The late-night tempura-only session (JPY 24,000, 100 minutes) is a smart middle option, it condenses the experience and skips supplementary courses, offering a quicker, lower-commitment introduction to the format.

Booking is easier than single-seating counters thanks to the three-part daily schedule, but prime slots (evening, weekend) still fill several days ahead. Cancellation fees are stricter than many peers (100% within 24 hours, 75% three days out), so firm travel plans are essential. The counter seats eight (expandable to ten) and the second-floor location on Sotobori Street keeps noise lower than ground-level spots. If you want the sharpest technique in the JPY 20,000–30,000 band and can commit to the timing and format, this venue delivers; if you prefer à la carte flexibility or a more relaxed cancellation policy, look to less rigidly scheduled peers.