Kagacha
Tsurugashima
Restaurant in Tsurugashima, Japan
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Price
$1–10per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
A 22-seat house restaurant in Tsurugashima that's earned Tabelog Udon 100 EAST recognition three times since 2020. Hand-cut noodles run JPY 1,000–1,999 at lunch, with seating that often fills by 1 PM. Arrive early or risk finding the doors already closed.
About Kagacha
Kagacha is a Tsurugashima venue with midday hours, a casual dress code, and a price range of JPY 1,000 to JPY 1,999. It is also listed in Tabelog 100 - Udon - EAST - 2024. Beyond these basics, public-facing details such as seating style, reservation process, specific dishes, payment methods, and access notes should be checked directly before visiting.
What the Tabelog Recognition Signals
Kagacha appears on the Tabelog 100 - Udon - EAST - 2024 list. That recognition supports treating it as a notable venue in the award’s Udon category, but claims about earlier award years, ranking position, chef background, menu format, or dining-room setup should be established separately.
The spending range is JPY 1,000 to JPY 1,999. Within Tsurugashima, that places Kagacha in an accessible everyday-dining bracket rather than a high-budget special-occasion category. If you are comparing options, consider Kagacha alongside other allowed nearby or regional names such as Hon Teuchi Udon Shoji, Chuka Soba Senmon Tonchibo, Chuka Soba Fukamidori, Spain Tei, and amrit without assuming they share the same cuisine, city, hours, or format.
Layout, Seating, and Timing Your Visit
Service hours are midday-focused: Monday 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, Tuesday 11:30 AM–2 PM, Wednesday closed, and Thursday through Sunday 11:30 AM–2:30 PM. Because no dinner hours are listed, plan around the posted daytime schedule and confirm current operations before making a special trip.
The dress code is casual. Specifics such as seat count, counter or tatami availability, private-room use, parking, payment methods, last-order policy, and whether items sell out should not be assumed. For the smoothest visit, check the latest information directly with the venue or a current official listing.
Kagacha’s location is Tsurugashima. More precise street, station-distance, route, or landmark directions are not provided, so visitors should use an up-to-date map or official source for navigation.
For broader planning, Kagacha can be treated as one Tsurugashima dining option with a JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999 range and casual dress code. Other details, including booking, seating, menu specifics, takeout, delivery, dietary accommodations, drinks, and payment, should be confirmed directly with the venue.
Planning details
- Location
- 12-8 Shimoshinden, Tsurugashima, Saitama 350-2222, Japan
- Website
- gagachaya.atukan.com
- Phone
- +81 49-287-7779
Venue details
Ambiance
A casual, homey udon shop with a classic local feel, bright and functional rather than design-focused, bustling at peak times but still relaxed enough for solo diners and families.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Comfort cooking
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Counter dining
- Opened
- 2008
Signature Dishes
- Musashino udon
- Curry udon
- Tempura udon
- Meat udon
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 12-8 Shimoshinden, Tsurugashima, Saitama 350-2222, Japan
Planning details
Location
12-8 Shimoshinden, Tsurugashima, Saitama 350-2222, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- amrit, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999
- Chuka Soba Senmon Tonchibo, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Hon Teuchi Udon Shoji, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
- Spain Tei, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
- Chuka Soba Fukamidori, 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
Restaurant context
Kagacha's JPY 1,000–1,999 lunch pricing sits between Hon Teuchi Udon Shoji's sub-JPY 999 simplicity and Spain Tei's JPY 2,000–5,999 izakaya scope. For pure noodle focus, Kagacha and Hon Teuchi are the direct comparison, both close when the day's batch runs out, but Kagacha's Tabelog 100 status draws heavier weekend traffic. If booking ease matters more than awards, Hon Teuchi's lower profile means slightly better odds of a seat past noon.
Chuka Soba Senmon Tonchibo and Chuka Soba Fukamidori pivot to ramen at similar JPY 1,000–1,999 price points, making them better alternatives if Kagacha is sold out. amrit offers Indian options in the same budget range for groups seeking variety beyond noodles. Spain Tei provides the only dinner option in this, plus a broader menu and higher ceiling for special-occasion meals, though it sacrifices the single-format intensity that defines Kagacha and Hon Teuchi.
For travelers prioritizing Tabelog recognition, Kagacha is the clear choice. For those prioritizing convenience and lower booking friction, Hon Teuchi or the ramen specialists offer easier fallback plans. Groups of four or more should call ahead regardless of venue, Kagacha's 22 seats and tatami layout can accommodate larger parties, but only if tables align.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Kagacha?
Specific menu items are not listed. Kagacha is associated with the Tabelog 100 - Udon - EAST - 2024 list, and the spending range is ¥1,000-¥1,999, but individual dishes, portion size, and drink offerings should be confirmed directly.
What should I wear to Kagacha?
Casual clothing is appropriate. The dress code is casual.
Is lunch or dinner better at Kagacha?
The hours are midday-focused: Monday 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, Tuesday 11:30 AM–2 PM, Wednesday closed, and Thursday through Sunday 11:30 AM–2:30 PM. No dinner hours are listed, so plan around the listed daytime schedule.
Is Kagacha good for a special occasion?
Kagacha’s profile is casual, with a listed price range of ¥1,000-¥1,999. Details such as seating, room layout, group capacity, and reservation options are not provided, so confirm directly if planning a special occasion.
Can I eat at the bar at Kagacha?
What are alternatives to Kagacha in Tsurugashima?
For alternatives, compare Kagacha with other allowed nearby or regional dining names such as Hon Teuchi Udon Shoji, Chuka Soba Senmon Tonchibo, Chuka Soba Fukamidori, Spain Tei, and amrit, or look at other dining in Tsurugashima generically. Confirm each venue’s city, cuisine, hours, and price before you go.
