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Traditional Japanese comfort food and seasonal seafood dishes.
Umaimon Azuma
JP
Japanese Restaurant·Authentic, Bustling, Traditional Leaning
Established in 1940, Umaimon Azuma is a landmark restaurant situated on a prominent corner within a Taito City shopping arcade. The venue offers a quintessential Japanese dining experience, featuring a diverse menu that includes fresh sashimi, tempura, oysters, and duck. Guests can choose to dine upstairs for a more traditional atmosphere, which includes floor seating and views of the arcade below. While the restaurant is celebrated for its authentic food and polite service, the bustling environment can become quite noisy during peak hours. Whether you are looking for a quick snack or a full meal paired with a sake taster, this local favorite provides a welcoming and historic backdrop for a meal.
Established in 1940, Umaimon Azuma is a landmark restaurant situated on a prominent corner within a Taito City shopping arcade. The venue offers a quintessential Japanese dining experience, featuring a diverse menu that includes fresh sashimi, tempura, oysters, and duck. Guests can choose to dine upstairs for a more traditional atmosphere, which includes floor seating and views of the arcade below. While the restaurant is celebrated for its authentic food and polite service, the bustling environment can become quite noisy during peak hours. Whether you are looking for a quick snack or a full meal paired with a sake taster, this local favorite provides a welcoming and historic backdrop for a meal.
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Address
1-chōme-32-1 Asakusa,Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan
Websiteaduma.tokyo
Phone03-3841-0190
Hours
ClosedDaily 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Highlights
Historic establishment operating since 1940
Traditional upstairs seating with street views
Fresh morning-market fish and seasonal specials
English-speaking staff
Locker-style shoe storage for upstairs guests
Currency
JPY ¥
Dietary Options
vegetarian-friendly
Time of Day
Lunch, Dinner
Occasion Tags
Casual Drinks, Locals, Tourists
Reviews
4.2
Great886 reviews
Umaimon Azuma is highly regarded for its long-standing history and authentic Japanese menu, boasting an impressive 4.2-star rating from nearly 900 reviews. Diners frequently praise the freshness of the seafood, specifically the sashimi and oysters, as well as the variety of tempura and duck dishes available. The upstairs seating area is a highlight for many, offering a traditional atmosphere that feels both unique and welcoming. While most reviewers commend the polite and English-speaking staff, some note that the restaurant can become quite loud during busy periods, and a few guests felt rushed to finish their meals. Despite mixed feedback on portion sizes, the consensus is that the restaurant provides a reliable and enjoyable dining experience in the heart of the shopping arcade.
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Location
32, Taito City, Tokyo, Japan
