Ashibi
Tsuzuki, Yokohama
Restaurant in Yokohama, Japan
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Price
$10–20per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Ashibi is worth booking for an easy, composed Yokohama meal that feels more considered than a quick casual stop without pushing into splurge territory. The 2026 Tabelog 100 recognition helps justify the choice, especially for lunch, dates, or small celebrations where reliability matters more than a clearly defined signature format.
About Ashibi
Choose Ashibi if the goal is a straightforward Yokohama meal with a clear planning profile: casual dress, published lunch hours every day, dinner hours from Wednesday through Sunday, and price ranges of JPY 1,000–1,999 and JPY 2,000–2,999. The 2026 Tabelog 100 #65 recognition gives it a useful quality signal.
The visible signal here is practical restraint: Yokohama, daytime service across the week, and evening service on most days rather than a late-night format. That makes Ashibi easier to plan around for lunch or an earlier dinner than for a late stop. For readers building a fuller Yokohama itinerary, pair this with our full Yokohama restaurants guide.
Choose it for a casual Yokohama meal with clear basics
Ashibi is best described by its casual dress, Yokohama location, lunch and dinner hours, stated price ranges, and Tabelog 100 #65 recognition for 2026. It does not have a specific cuisine, chef, service format, seating count, or signature dishes, so expectations should stay focused on the planning basics rather than a specialty.
For a simple lunch or dinner where budget planning matters, the pricing is the clearest guide. If the plan includes hotels or a longer stay, see our full Yokohama hotels guide.
The practical read: simple details, tighter expectations
The main advantage is clarity around the basics. Ashibi serves lunch Monday through Sunday from 11:30 AM to 2 PM. Ashibi serves dinner Wednesday through Sunday from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM with no dinner hours on Monday or Tuesday. That makes lunch the simplest choice for travelers with fixed schedules; dinner works better from Wednesday onward when the group does not need late hours.
Because it does not specify a public seating count, dietary policy, cuisine, service style, or take-out and delivery options, keep planning expectations modest and confirm any special needs directly before going. The dress code is casual, so the decision is simple: choose it for listed prices, published hours, and a casual Yokohama meal; choose another option if the meal needs a more clearly defined format.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 11:30 AM–2 PM · Tuesday: 11:30 AM–2 PM
- Location
- 14-14-5 Takayama, Tsuzuki Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa 224-0065, Japan
- Website
- ashibi.info
- Phone
- +81 45-941-9544
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Ashibi presents itself as a focused tonkatsu specialist in Tsuzuki Fureainooka that emphasizes high-quality meats sourced from across Japan. The restaurant serves classic Japanese fried items, including tonkatsu (pork cutlet) and croquettes, and features Du Zhong Ko Rai Pork as its signature ingredient. The profile also states the restaurant is non-smoking. The description provides no explicit details about décor, music or seating, so the strongest takeaway is culinary focus: Ashibi centers on premium pork and straightforward preparations rather than a broad experiential concept.
Best For
Ashibi is best for diners who prioritize thoughtfully sourced pork and traditional Japanese fried dishes. The restaurant’s callouts make it appealing to guests seeking a concentrated tonkatsu experience built around a named premium pork variety, Du Zhong Ko Rai. It suits people who research peer feedback before dining.
Ordering Tips
Focus your order on tonkatsu and croquettes featuring the highlighted Du Zhong Ko Rai Pork. The description’s primary guidance is ingredient-driven, so start with the signature pork preparations to assess the kitchen’s strengths. Use the Tabelog entry to view menus, portion photos and user reviews ahead of time, since the venue description is spare on sides, set meals or service style. Relying on recent photos and guest notes will help set expectations and refine your selections at the restaurant.
Venue details
Ambiance
Simple, classic tonkatsu shop with a modest dining room in a residential area; atmosphere is relaxed and unpretentious, with a calm, local feel rather than a bustling downtown vibe.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Comfort cooking
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Set menu
Signature Dishes
- Tonkatsu set meal
- Tochucha korai pork cutlet
- Potato salad side
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 14-14-5 Takayama, Tsuzuki Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa 224-0065, Japan
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM
Location
14-14-5 Takayama, Tsuzuki Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa 224-0065, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to Go If Ashibi Is Full
Try SONJIN first if the goal is a similar Yokohama price tier. For a lower-cost fallback, Men Dokoro Akimoto is the more practical cross-shop when the occasion can be casual.
Restaurant context
How Ashibi Compares in Yokohama
Ashibi and SONJIN sit in the same upper casual price band, so the choice is about occasion fit rather than budget. Pick Ashibi when recognition and a calmer special-occasion feel matter; choose SONJIN when the group wants a similarly priced alternative and Ashibi is not available.
BASCULE, patisserie IKEDA, and Men Dokoro Akimoto are easier value plays on price, with lower listed ranges than Ashibi. They make more sense for casual plans, quick meals, or daytime add-ons; Ashibi is the better call when the meal itself needs to carry more weight.
NASCHIKATZE is the budget pick in this set. Use it when spend is the priority. For a date, small celebration, or business meal where the setting needs to feel more intentional, Ashibi is the safer recommendation.
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Compare Ashibi
| Venue | Location | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashibi | Yokohama | Tabelog 100 - Tonkatsu - 2026 · #65 | JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 |
| BASCULE | Yokohama | Tabelog 100 - Sweets - EAST - 2023 · #86 | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 |
| patisserie IKEDA | Yokohama | No published awards | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 |
| NASCHIKATZE | Yokohama | Tabelog 100 - Sweets - EAST - 2023 · #24 | - JPY 999 - JPY 999 |
| SONJIN | Yokohama | Tabelog 100 - Cafe - EAST - 2025 · #90 | JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 |
| Men Dokoro Akimoto | Yokohama | Tabelog 100 - Ramen - KANAGAWA - 2025 · #82 | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 |
How Ashibi Yokohama compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Ashibi?
Keep it casual. The dress code is casual, and the published hours show lunch from 11:30 AM to 2 PM, with dinner service listed Wednesday through Sunday from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
Is lunch or dinner better at Ashibi?
Lunch is the simplest choice if you want the easiest schedule, since it is open every day from 11:30 AM to 2 PM. Dinner is an option Wednesday through Sunday from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
What are alternatives to Ashibi in Yokohama?
For other named options to compare while planning, look at BASCULE, Men Dokoro Akimoto, NASCHIKATZE, SONJIN, and patisserie IKEDA, or browse other Yokohama dining more generally.
Is Ashibi good for a special occasion?
It can fit a low-key occasion if a casual Yokohama meal, the published hours, and the listed JPY 1,000–1,999 and JPY 2,000–2,999 ranges suit your plans. The Tabelog 100 #65 (2026) listing adds a recognition point.
Is Ashibi worth the price?
It may be worth considering if you want a Yokohama meal within the listed JPY 1,000–1,999 and JPY 2,000–2,999 ranges. The value case is strongest when the published hours and casual dress code fit your plans.
