Yoda
Tonkatsu (Pork cutlet), Cafeteria, Japanese Cuisine · Naka, Yokohama
Restaurant in Yokohama, Japan
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Price
JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999 JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
A four-seat tonkatsu counter in Yamashitacho that earned The Tabelog Award 2026 Silver and Tabelog Tonkatsu 100 placement. Reservation-only, online booking only, JPY 8,000–9,999 per meal. The intimacy suits solo diners and couples; groups larger than four cannot book. Precision frying and premium pork sourcing justify the price tier.
About Yoda
Yoda in Yokohama is listed for tonkatsu (pork cutlet), cafeteria, and Japanese cuisine, with a price range of JPY 8,000–9,999. For diners tracking higher-end pork-cutlet meals in Yokohama, the key details are straightforward: the venue is in Yokohama, observes a smart-casual dress code, and has limited listed service windows across Wednesday through Sunday. It is also listed in Tabelog 100 - Tonkatsu - 2026.
Tabelog recognition can be a useful signal for diners comparing tonkatsu specialists. Yoda is best approached as a Yokohama tonkatsu destination with a premium listed price range rather than a venue defined by room or service-format details.
What to Expect at the Counter
What is confirmed is the cuisine category: tonkatsu, alongside cafeteria and Japanese cuisine. The meal should therefore be approached as a pork-cutlet-focused visit in Yokohama, with smart-casual dress appropriate for the venue.
The listed hours are limited. Yoda is closed Monday and Tuesday. Wednesday through Saturday, hours are 12:30–2 PM and 6:30–8 PM. Sunday hours are 11 AM–2 PM and 6–9 PM. Confirm current availability directly before planning a visit.
How the Price Compares
Yoda’s price range is JPY 8,000–9,999. That places it in a premium bracket for tonkatsu dining, though the meal format may vary. Diners comparing Yoda with other dining in Yokohama should use the confirmed cuisine, price range, hours, and dress code as the reliable planning points.
Other practical details sometimes important to travelers, such as payment methods, parking, smoking policy, take-out, delivery, dietary accommodations, and beverage selections, are worth checking with the venue before visiting if any of those details are essential to your plans.
Quick reference: Yoda in Yokohama; tonkatsu, cafeteria, and Japanese cuisine; JPY 8,000–9,999; smart casual; closed Mon–Tue; listed in Tabelog 100 - Tonkatsu - 2026.
Planning details
- Location
- 101 25-16 Yamashitacho, Naka Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa 231-0023, Japan
- Website
- sites.google.com/view/tonkatsuyoda0504
- Phone
- +81 50-1724-1232
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Yoda is an intensely focused counter-only tonkatsu destination that privileges silence, timing and close attention. The room is pared back by necessity — just four seats — so every sound and movement matters: the frying, the plating and the pauses between courses. The tone is quietly sophisticated; a recent Tabelog Silver placement underlines the kitchen’s rigour and the seriousness with which it approaches breed, crumbs and oil temperature. This is not a social backdrop but a tightly composed dining event where minimalism and precision define the experience.
Best For
Yoda suits small-party diners who want a concentrated, ceremonial meal: couples, pairs of friends or solo guests who appreciate craft and pace. With a maximum party size of four and no private rooms, it’s best for intimate occasions that demand attention to the cooking rather than conversation as background noise. The counter layout invites engagement with technique and timing, so it’s a strong pick for date nights and special-occasion meals when the food — and the ritual of eating it — is the primary focus.
Ordering Tips
Expect the kitchen to set the rhythm: the counter format frames the meal as a sequence rather than à la carte grazing. The program centers on premium Tokyo X cuts — Fillet, Loin and a Special Tenderloin — and the house’s reputation for sourcing and technique informs each course. Because the space holds only four, plan for an immersive, uninterrupted service where pacing is controlled by the chefs. There are no private rooms and the meal is intentionally composed, so treat the visit as a full dining event rather than a quick stop.
Venue details
Ambiance
Chic, clean interior with counter seating overlooking the open kitchen and frying process, accompanied by classical music.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- Tokyo X Fillet
- Tokyo X Loin
- Special Tenderloin
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 101 25-16 Yamashitacho, Naka Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa 231-0023, Japan
Planning details
Location
101 25-16 Yamashitacho, Naka Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa 231-0023, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Nakajo, Sushi, Sushi
- Omino Kamiyacho, Sushi, Sushi
- 1000, Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
- Ribatei, Notable alternative
- Rock'n Three, Ramen, Ramen
Restaurant context
Within Yokohama's recognised dining scene, Yoda occupies a specific niche: a tonkatsu counter with a Tabelog Silver credential, priced at JPY 8,000–9,999, built for pairs and solo diners rather than groups. If you are deciding between Yoda and the city's sushi options, Nakajo and Omino Kamiyacho are the direct alternatives for the same occasion type, a focused, small-format, special-occasion counter, but in a different cuisine. The choice between them is a cuisine preference question, not a quality question. All three operate at the serious end of their respective categories.
For spend comparison, 1000 (yakitori) runs JPY 15,000–19,999, roughly double Yoda's price point. If budget is a consideration, Yoda is the stronger case for a high-quality, occasion-worthy meal without the higher outlay. Ribatei offers a lower-commitment alternative, and Rock'n Three (ramen) is the casual-end option if you want something quick and without the reservation requirement. Neither competes with Yoda on occasion framing.
The practical differentiator at Yoda is the four-seat cap. Groups of more than two will not fit comfortably, which means it loses to larger-format venues on flexibility. But for a couple or a solo diner who wants a quiet room and a focused kitchen, Yoda's combination of access (booking rated Easy), price tier, and award standing makes it the most straightforward choice in Yokohama for a tonkatsu-format special occasion.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Yoda worth the price?
Yoda’s price range is JPY 8,000–9,999. Whether it is worth it depends on how much you value a premium tonkatsu-focused meal in Yokohama.
What should a first-timer know about Yoda?
Yoda is in Yokohama and is listed for tonkatsu, cafeteria, and Japanese cuisine. It is closed Monday and Tuesday. Hours are 12:30–2 PM and 6:30–8 PM Wednesday through Saturday, and 11 AM–2 PM and 6–9 PM Sunday.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Yoda?
The meal format is not specified. The confirmed price range is JPY 8,000–9,999, so check current menu details before booking or visiting.
Does Yoda handle dietary restrictions?
The cuisine includes tonkatsu, or pork cutlet. Specific dietary-accommodation policies are worth checking before visiting if you have restrictions.
Is lunch or dinner better at Yoda?
Yoda has listed lunch and dinner hours on operating days. Wednesday through Saturday, lunch is 12:30–2 PM and dinner is 6:30–8 PM. Sunday lunch is 11 AM–2 PM and dinner is 6–9 PM. Choose based on your schedule.
Is Yoda good for a special occasion?
Yoda’s smart-casual dress code and JPY 8,000–9,999 price range may suit a planned meal.
