Tonkatsu¥¥

Katsugen Main Store

Rating80SCORE
WHY IT'S A MESHI MAP PICK
Locals keep coming back. That is the real proof.
地元の人が、通い続ける。それが何よりの証明。
50+ years of history since 1973, tonkatsu specialist near Matsumoto Castle.
TripAdvisor 4.3 (24th of 1,004).
Tabelog 163 reviews.
Many regular/repeat visitor posts.
Listed on Matsumoto official tourism site.
Takeaway available, strong lunch demand.
Price range 2 (1,000-2,999 yen) is appropriate for a local gem.
Primarily local clientele.
Not a chain — operates only 3 locations (Main Store, Rokuan Katsugen, Delivery).
Popular Dishes
Loin Katsu Set
ロースかつ定食
Yonmi Set (4 flavors)
四味定食(4種の味で楽しむ)
Katsudon rice bowl
かつ丼
Katsu Curry
カツカレー
Takeaway bento box
持ち帰り折詰
What kind of place?
Fake reviews removed

Established in 1973, this beloved tonkatsu specialty restaurant sits near Matsumoto Castle. The traditional farmhouse setting and crispy, carefully fried pork have earned loyal fans over 50+ years. All menu items are available as takeaway bento boxes. Listed on the official Matsumoto tourism site.

Many locals say: 'Always stop here after visiting Matsumoto Castle', 'The crispy breading is superb', 'We come for every family milestone'. TripAdvisor 4.3 (ranked 24th of 1,004 restaurants in Matsumoto). Tabelog 163 reviews. Beloved for both food and its traditional farmhouse atmosphere.

Business Hours
Mon11:00-14:00 / 17:00-20:30
Thu – Sun11:00-14:00 / 17:00-20:30
Regular HolidayTuesday・Wednesday
Phone0263-32-2430Call
Access
Located near Matsumoto Castle moat. Takeout available (bento box). Phone ahead to shorten wait time.
4-9-7 Ote, Matsumoto, Nagano
English Menu:Not AvailableCredit Card:Not Available
MESHI MAP
Tonkatsu¥¥

Katsugen Main Store

Rating80SCORE
Popular Dishes
Loin Katsu Set
ロースかつ定食
Yonmi Set (4 flavors)
四味定食(4種の味で楽しむ)
Katsudon rice bowl
かつ丼
Katsu Curry
カツカレー
Takeaway bento box
持ち帰り折詰
Business Hours
Mon11:00-14:00 / 17:00-20:30
Thu – Sun11:00-14:00 / 17:00-20:30
Regular HolidayTuesday・Wednesday
Access
Located near Matsumoto Castle moat. Takeout available (bento box). Phone ahead to shorten wait time.
4-9-7 Ote, Matsumoto, Nagano
Phone0263-32-2430
English Menu:Not AvailableCredit Card:Not Available
WHY IT'S A MESHI MAP PICK
Why this place makes the list
Locals keep coming back. That is the real proof.
地元の人が、通い続ける。それが何よりの証明。
50+ years of history since 1973, tonkatsu specialist near Matsumoto Castle.
TripAdvisor 4.3 (24th of 1,004).
Tabelog 163 reviews.
Many regular/repeat visitor posts.
Listed on Matsumoto official tourism site.
Takeaway available, strong lunch demand.
Price range 2 (1,000-2,999 yen) is appropriate for a local gem.
Primarily local clientele.
Not a chain — operates only 3 locations (Main Store, Rokuan Katsugen, Delivery).
80SCORE
What a score of 80 means
A measure of whether people truly want to return — not hype. Calculated after removing fake reviews.
Real reputation
Fake reviews removed

Established in 1973, this beloved tonkatsu specialty restaurant sits near Matsumoto Castle. The traditional farmhouse setting and crispy, carefully fried pork have earned loyal fans over 50+ years. All menu items are available as takeaway bento boxes. Listed on the official Matsumoto tourism site.

Many locals say: 'Always stop here after visiting Matsumoto Castle', 'The crispy breading is superb', 'We come for every family milestone'. TripAdvisor 4.3 (ranked 24th of 1,004 restaurants in Matsumoto). Tabelog 163 reviews. Beloved for both food and its traditional farmhouse atmosphere.

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