




A renowned Japanese restaurant in Namba where you can enjoy freshly fried, generously topped tendon bowls.
“Ichimizen” in Osaka’s Nippombashi is famous for its tendon bowls loaded with shrimp, conger eel, and seasonal vegetables. With a casual, counter-style interior, it’s easy to stop by even for a solo lunch during sightseeing. It’s also popular among international visitors for offering a high-value, authentic Japanese dining experience.
Business hours are subject to occasional changes.
1,069 reviews
As of October 2026
This is as authentic a Japanese tempura place as it gets. Literally a strip of a restaurant, it is run by the most adorable ancient couple. So much food for so cheap! Well worth the visit!
Insane value and portions. A long rich history and a wall full of signatures from celebrities. Bar seating only and they fry your tempura on the spot after the order. We went past the lunch rush and we got seating immediately - just a heads up that it’s a tight squeeze. Highly recommend if you are looking for the best bang for your buck. It does lack a bit on the flavoring imo but you really can’t beat the value.
Very special shop in the corner that you definitely will miss it. We are trying to find the entrance because we didn't realised it was a very small shop. Don't miss it if you pass there cos it was the best tempura I have. Lucky there wasn't a line but after we left there is.
A Soul-Soothing Tendon Experience This tiny 9–10 seat tendon shop is a hidden gem that delivers pure comfort in a bowl. Each bite of perfectly crisp tempura, laid over fluffy rice and drizzled with rich tare sauce, is a harmony of flavors—light, crispy, and deeply satisfying. We came here four times, and every visit felt like a warm embrace. Watching the chef’s quiet precision adds to the intimate charm, making the meal almost meditative. There’s even an English/Chinese/Korean menu, making it easy for visitors to enjoy. More than just food, this tendon warms the heart and heals the soul. If you’re lucky enough to get a seat, savor every moment—it’s an experience you won’t forget.
I just love this place, the owner is very kind and based on the pictures inside, he was visited by many celebrities. The menu is quite extensive and you can choose a dish that suits you the most. Everything is fresh here and prepared just after ordering. Shrimps are huge and super tasty, you have to ask for their tempura tamago (egg) that is simply delicious. Tempura here is different from other places, I think the batter used has something special, also the oil temperature could be different. Prices are very fair, and if you ask one of the bigger dishes you will feel full after lol. Sometimes there is a waiting line but it moves quickly, at most I had to wait 20 minutes to eat here. We will be back next time