Manpuku
Founded in 1962. A tonkatsu restaurant in a narrow alley of Ameyoko. Temporarily closed after the founder's passing but revived by the son. Google rating 4.1, Tabelog 3.49 with 468 reviews. Famous for 4cm-thick loin cutlets at surprisingly affordable prices.
Reviews highlight: 1962 origins, incredible value 4cm-thick cutlets at 1,500 yen, emotional revival story with the founder's son continuing the tradition, genuine Google 4.1 rating.