Tonkatsu Hamana
A renowned tonkatsu restaurant featured in Michelin Bib Gourmand and a pilgrimage site from the Tokai Online YouTube channel. Run solo by the owner, with only 4 counter seats, 8 table seats, and 8 raised seats. The miso katsu using Haccho miso features melting-tender meat with a fragrant, mellow miso sauce. Queues at lunchtime are inevitable. 8 minute walk from Miai Station on the Meitetsu line. Takeout available.
Many reviews praise the honest, old-fashioned tonkatsu, the rich and sweet miso sauce, and being moved by the careful craftsmanship despite solo operation. Over 5,015 Tabelog reviews, Yahoo Maps 4.18, Michelin Bib Gourmand. A unique rule of no children under elementary school age adds to the serious atmosphere. Many fans travel from afar.