Maruhachi Tonkatsu Honten
A long-standing tonkatsu specialist near Ooi-machi Station's East Exit, founded in 1955. A Ooi-machi institution deeply rooted in the community for nearly 70 years, with lines at lunch every day. Known for its unique 'double-dip, double-fry' technique producing an exceptionally crispy yet juicy cutlet. Yahoo Maps 4.22 / 103 reviews; Tabelog 1,558 reviews. Listed with Shinagawa Tourism Association. Note: the branch location has closed, but the main store continues to operate.
Local regulars say 'there's only one place in Ooi-machi to go,' 'the taste hasn't changed in nearly 70 years,' and 'the crunch from the double-fry is unlike anything else.' Over 1,500 concrete reviews accumulated on Tabelog. A July 2025 report also confirms continued good quality.