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Tonkatsu Kirinoya
神奈川県横浜市泉区和泉中央南3-7-1
Near Tateba Sta.
About this spot
Tonkatsu Kirinoya is one of Chinatown & Motomachi's best tonkatsu spots. Thick, golden-crusted pork cutlet, shredded cabbage, rice, miso soup — it's the kind of meal that makes you wonder why you've been eating pork cutlets wrong your whole life.
💡 Tips before you go
- Hire (ヒレ) = tenderloin (lean). Rosu (ロース) = loin (fattier, more flavor). If in doubt, go rosu.
- Grind the sesame seeds in the mortar they give you, then pour sauce in. This is the proper way.
- The shredded cabbage usually has unlimited refills. Use it.
- Try a piece with just salt first to taste the pork before adding sauce.
Common Questions
How much does Tonkatsu Kirinoya cost?
A meal typically runs ¥2,000–2,999 ($13-20). Most people spend around ¥2,500.
Where is Tonkatsu Kirinoya?
It's in Chinatown & Motomachi, Yokohama, near Tateba Sta.. Address for your taxi: 神奈川県横浜市泉区和泉中央南3-7-1
Do I need to speak Japanese?
There's no English menu at most places, but don't let that stop you. Most dishes have photos on the menu or plastic models in the window, and pointing works perfectly.
What should I order?
Rosu (loin) for flavor, hire (tenderloin) for lean. Most Japanese prefer rosu.
About this page
Restaurant: Tonkatsu Kirinoya
Cuisine: Tonkatsu (Pork cutlet)
Location: Chinatown & Motomachi, Yokohama, Japan
Nearest station: Tateba Sta.
Rating: Great — Highly recommended
Price: ¥2,000–2,999 (~$13-20)
Source: Curated from local review platforms