Asahiya

Name: Asahiya
Address: Meguro City, Himonya, 2 Chome−19−16 朝日屋, Tokyo
Price range: ¥450 - ¥2980

All our soba, udon, and broths are homemade and additive-free. Nihachi soba made with domestic stone-milled soba flour directly from the producer. Broth made with 100% katsuobushi (dried bonito flakes).

★ 4.2 (122) $$Moderate 📍 Meguro City, Himonya, 2 Chome−19−16 朝日屋

Appetizers

Soba Arare (Fried Soba Snacks)

そばあられ

Deep-fried soba seeds. Crispy and fragrant, they can be enjoyed like a snack. Perfect as an appetizer while waiting for your meal.

¥450 ≈ $3.00

Simmered Kombu (Kelp) and Shiitake Mushrooms

昆布と椎茸の佃煮

Kombu (kelp) and shiitake mushrooms simmered in a sweet and savory soy sauce. It has a rich umami flavor and pairs well with sake and rice. It has a moist texture.

¥450 ≈ $3.00

Fried Soba (Salt Flavor)

揚げそば(塩味)

Simple appetizer of deep-fried soba noodles sprinkled with salt. Crispy and light, with a lingering fragrance.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Wasabi Cream Cheese

クリームチーズのわさび和え

A dish of rich cream cheese mixed with pungent wasabi. The perfect balance of Western richness and Japanese spiciness makes it a great accompaniment to drinks.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Roasted Seaweed

焼き海苔

Toasted high-quality seaweed. Enjoy its crisp texture and oceanic aroma. Lightly seasoned with soy sauce, it's perfect as a standalone snack.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Nama Yuba no Tounyuu Sashi (Fresh Tofu Skin Sashimi in Soy Milk)

生湯葉の豆乳刺し

Fresh yuba (thin film from soy milk) served like sashimi in soy milk. Characterized by the sweetness of soy and its creamy, smooth texture. Served with wasabi soy sauce.

¥850 ≈ $5.00

Assortment of Three Sake Appetizers

酒の肴三種盛

Soba Tofu, Yuba Sashimi, Tsukudani (Simmered Kelp and Shiitake)

A platter of three types of appetizers that pair well with sake. Recommended for those who want to enjoy various flavors in small portions.

¥950 ≈ $6.00

Cucumber Pickles

きゅうりのお新香

Cucumber pickles. With a salty and sour taste, they offer a refreshing palate cleanser. Enjoy their crisp texture.

¥450 ≈ $3.00

Soba Miso

そばみそ

A traditional appetizer made by kneading roasted soba seeds into miso. The sweet and salty miso flavor and the texture of the soba seeds enhance the taste of Japanese sake. Enjoy it slowly, lick by lick.

¥450 ≈ $3.00

Shirasu Oroshi (Whitebait with Grated Daikon)

しらすおろし

A dish of boiled whitebait (young sardines) served on grated daikon radish. It has a refreshing taste and is eaten with soy sauce or ponzu.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Kibe Yaki Miso (Grilled Miso on Wooden Spatula)

木べら焼き味噌

Miso spread on a wooden spatula and grilled. The fragrant aroma of the charred miso whets the appetite. Pairs perfectly with Japanese sake.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Wasabi Imo (Wasabi Potato)

わさび芋

Grated yam served with wasabi. Enjoy the stickiness of the yam and the refreshing spiciness of the wasabi. Mix with soy sauce and eat.

¥650 ≈ $4.00

Suzushiro (Daikon Radish) Soba

鈴廣の板わさ

Sliced kamaboko (fish cake) from the famous Odawara shop 'Suzunari'. Characterized by its firm texture and fish flavor. Enjoy it simply with wasabi soy sauce.

¥900 ≈ $6.00

Ten-nuki (Tempura without Soba)

天ぬき

Tempura Clear Soup

This dish is tempura without the soba, served in warm broth. The tempura batter softens in the broth, releasing its flavor. A connoisseur's choice as a snack with drinks.

¥1,250 ≈ $8.00

Tempura

Small Shrimp Tempura

小海老天ぷら

Small Shrimp and Senju Negi

A crispy tempura made with bite-sized small shrimp and sweet Senju negi. Enjoy the crunchy batter and the plump texture of the shrimp.

¥850 ≈ $5.00

Tempura Assortment (Small)

天ぷら盛合せ小

1 Large Shrimp, 3 Vegetable Tempura Pieces

A tempura assortment of large shrimp and several types of vegetables. A perfect portion for one person. Served with tempura sauce or salt.

¥1,350 ≈ $9.00

Seasonal Vegetable Tempura

季節の野菜天ぷら

6 Seasonal Vegetable Tempura Pieces

A tempura assortment of seasonal vegetables. The contents change with the season, but you can enjoy the natural sweetness and umami of the vegetables.

¥1,150 ≈ $7.00

Nigiyaka Tempura (Festive Tempura)

にぎわい天ぷら

1 Conger Eel, 3 Vegetable Tempura Pieces - The Full Platter!

A luxurious tempura assortment including a whole conger eel. It's a generous portion, allowing you to enjoy various types of tempura at once. Also recommended for sharing.

¥2,850 ≈ $18.00

1 Large Shrimp Tempura

車海老天 1本

Tempura of high-grade kuruma shrimp. Large and firm, with a distinct sweetness.

¥850 ≈ $5.00

Tempura Assortment (Large)

天ぷら盛合せ大

2 Large Shrimp, 6 Vegetable Tempura Pieces

A platter with two large shrimp and plenty of vegetable tempura. Suitable for sharing among several people.

¥2,700 ≈ $17.00

Whole Fried Conger Eel

江戸前穴子一本揚げ

1 Conger Eel, 3 Vegetable Tempura Pieces

A spectacular tempura dish featuring a whole, large conger eel. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Served with vegetable tempura.

¥1,750 ≈ $11.00

Appetizers (Limited Evening Menu)

Negi Ponzu (Scallion Ponzu)

ねぎポン酢

A simple appetizer of plenty of scallions tossed with ponzu sauce. The refreshing acidity cleanses the palate.

¥450 ≈ $3.00

Soba Tofu

そば豆腐

A tofu-like dish made by kneading soba flour and kudzu starch. It has a chewy texture and the aroma of soba. Served with wasabi soy sauce or broth.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Aged Soba Tofu in Broth

揚げだしそば豆腐

A dish of deep-fried soba tofu served with warm broth. Enjoy the contrast between the crispy exterior and the creamy interior.

¥850 ≈ $5.00

Conger Eel Bone Crackers

穴子の骨せんべい

Conger eel bones fried until crispy. Fragrant and rich in calcium, they are perfect as a snack with beer or sake.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Aged Nasu no Nibitashi (Deep-fried Eggplant Simmered in Broth)

揚げなすの煮びたし

Deep-fried eggplant simmered in broth. The eggplant absorbs the broth, and its umami flavor bursts out with each bite.

¥650 ≈ $4.00

Japanese Salad

和風サラダ

A salad made with fresh vegetables, seasoned lightly with a soy sauce-based or Japanese-style dressing.

¥650~ ≈ $4.00

Yakitori (Grilled Chicken Skewers)

焼き鳥

Sauce or Salt

A classic Japanese dish of bite-sized chicken pieces grilled on skewers. Choose between a sweet and savory sauce or simple salt seasoning.

¥750~ ≈ $5.00

Negi Tempura (Scallion Tempura)

ねぎ天ぷら

Senju Negi (Senju Scallions)

Tempura made with sweet Senju negi. Heating enhances the sweetness of the scallions, which pairs well with the crispy batter.

¥750 ≈ $5.00

Buta Tempura (Pork Tempura)

ぶた天ぷら

Pork tempura. Juicy pork wrapped in tempura batter for a hearty dish.

¥1,150 ≈ $7.00

Horenso no Ohitashi (Boiled Spinach)

ほうれん草のおひたし

A simple side dish of boiled spinach in dashi soy sauce. Topped with bonito flakes, it has a mild flavor.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Spinach with Sesame Miso Dressing

ほうれん草のごま味噌和え

Boiled spinach mixed with fragrant sesame and rich miso. The sweet and salty seasoning enhances the flavor of the vegetables.

¥650 ≈ $4.00

Negi Nuta (Scallion and Miso Salad)

ねぎぬた

A traditional dish of chopped scallions and seafood (tuna, squid, etc.) mixed with vinegared miso. The sweet and sour miso mellows the spiciness of the scallions.

¥650 ≈ $4.00

Tori Kawa Ponzu (Chicken Skin Ponzu)

とり皮ポン酢

Limited Quantity

Boiled chicken skin tossed with ponzu sauce. Its chewy texture and refreshing taste make it a popular appetizer with drinks.

¥650 ≈ $4.00

Chikuwa no Isobe-age (Fish Cake Tempura with Seaweed)

ちくわの磯部揚げ

A tempura made from fried fish cake (chikuwa) mixed with aonori (green seaweed). It has a good aroma of seaweed and a familiar taste.

¥650 ≈ $4.00

Dashimaki Tamago (Rolled Omelet)

だし巻たまご

A fluffy omelet baked with plenty of dashi broth. The broth overflows with each bite, spreading a gentle sweetness and umami.

¥650~ ≈ $4.00

Fried Soba with Curry Ankake

揚げそばカレーあんかけ

A dish of deep-fried soba topped with a thickened curry sauce. The crispy noodles gradually soften in the hot curry, allowing you to enjoy the changing textures.

¥1,350 ≈ $9.00

Kashiwa Tempura (Chicken Tempura)

かしわ天ぷら

Chicken (kashiwa) tempura. Often seasoned beforehand, enjoy the tender, juicy chicken with a crispy coating.

¥1,150 ≈ $7.00

Cold Soba / Udon

Seiro (Steamed)

せいろ

The most basic style: cold soba dipped in a concentrated broth served in a separate bowl. Purely enjoy the aroma and texture of the soba.

¥780 ≈ $5.00

Spicy Daikon Oroshi Soba (Spicy Grated Daikon Radish Soba)

辛味大根おろしそば

Soba served with spicy grated daikon radish as a condiment. The sharp spiciness of the radish enhances the sweetness of the soba, making it refreshing.

¥1,150 ≈ $7.00

Hana Seiro (Flower Seiro)

花せいろ

Plenty of scallions, a popular item

Seiro soba generously topped with chopped scallions. The crisp texture and flavor of the scallions provide a nice accent.

¥1,350 ≈ $9.00

Sanmai Soba (Three-Flavor Soba)

三昧（ざんみ）そば

Gomadare (Sesame Sauce), Small Shrimp, and Tororo (Grated Yam) in Warigo Style

A set that allows you to enjoy three different flavors (sesame sauce, small shrimp tempura, grated yam) in small portions. Served in separate small bowls.

¥1,850 ≈ $12.00

Kamo Tempura Tsuke Seiro (Duck Tempura Dipping Seiro)

天つき鴨せいろ

A luxurious menu featuring soba served with warm dipping broth containing duck meat, accompanied by tempura. Enjoy both the richness of duck and the tempura.

¥2,980 ≈ $19.00

Ten Seiro (Tempura Seiro)

天せいろ

A set of cold seiro soba and a tempura assortment. The combination of crispy tempura and cold soba is a classic treat.

¥1,880 ≈ $12.00

Seasonal Vegetable Tempura Seiro

季節の野菜天せいろ

A set of tempura made with seasonal vegetables and seiro soba. A healthy combination with a great balance of vegetable sweetness and soba.

¥1,550 ≈ $10.00

Tsuke Kashiwa Seiro (Dipping Chicken Seiro)

つけかしわせいろ

Soba served with warm dipping broth containing chicken (kashiwa). The chicken broth adds richness.

¥1,150 ≈ $7.00

Tsuke Buta Seiro (Dipping Pork Seiro)

つけ豚せいろ

Soba served with warm dipping broth containing pork. The sweetness of the pork fat melts into the broth.

¥1,150 ≈ $7.00

Tsuke Toro (Dipping Grated Yam)

つけとろ

Made with 100% sticky Japanese Yamato yam for a smooth, slippery texture. Served with a quail egg.

Soba served with a dipping sauce made from grated yam. The stickiness of the yam allows the soba to slide down smoothly.

¥1,150 ≈ $7.00

Sesame Sauce

ごまだれ

Rich, mellow homemade dipping sauce with a strong sesame flavor

Soba served with a rich, creamy homemade sesame-based dipping sauce. Enjoy the nutty aroma and creamy taste of sesame.

¥980 ≈ $6.00

Mixed Noodles

合いもり

Perfect for those who want to enjoy both soba and udon

A menu item featuring both soba and udon noodles. An excellent dish that allows you to enjoy the taste and texture of two different noodles at once.

¥930 ≈ $6.00

Nori Kake (Seaweed Topping)

のりかけ

Seiro soba generously topped with shredded seaweed, commonly known as 'Zaru Soba'. The seaweed adds a flavorful accent.

¥850 ≈ $5.00

Cold Shrimp Tempura Topped - Our Original

冷し海老天のせ当店オリジナル

Cold soba topped with shrimp tempura, served with broth in a bukkake style.

¥1,550 ≈ $10.00

Warm Soba / Udon

Kake Soba (Hot Soba)

かけそば

Dashi broth from three types of dried fish and Rishiri kelp

Simple soba in warm broth. You can directly savor the aroma and umami of the broth.

¥780 ≈ $5.00

Kake Udon (Hot Udon)

かけうどん

Simple udon in warm broth. Enjoy the chewy texture of the udon and the mild flavor of the broth.

¥780 ≈ $5.00

Kama-age Tamago Udon (Boiled Egg Udon)

釜あげ玉子うどん

A nostalgic dish of freshly boiled udon noodles coated with egg, known as Kama-tama Udon.

Freshly boiled udon noodles coated with a raw egg. The egg becomes semi-cooked, creating a creamy and rich flavor similar to carbonara. Served with soy sauce or broth.

¥980 ≈ $6.00

Tamago Toji (Egg Drop)

玉子とじ

A dish where warm soba broth is gently thickened with beaten egg. The mildness of the egg and the warmth of the broth will warm your body.

¥880 ≈ $6.00

Hanamaki Soba

花巻そば

Aroma of Ariake Seaweed

Warm soba sprinkled with torn roasted seaweed. The heat releases the aroma of the seaweed, creating an oceanic flavor.

¥1,050 ≈ $7.00

Kitsune Soba (Fried Tofu Pouch Soba)

きつねそば

Warm soba topped with sweet simmered aburaage (fried tofu pouch), known as Kitsune. The sweet broth from the aburaage mixes with the soup, creating a rich flavor.

¥1,050 ≈ $7.00

Aged Mochi Soba

揚もちそば

2 Deep-fried Mochi

Warm soba topped with deep-fried mochi. The fragrant fried mochi soaks up the broth, making it a hearty and filling dish.

¥1,150 ≈ $7.00

Curry Nanban

カレーなんばん

Warm soba (or udon) topped with a thickened, curry-flavored broth. The savory Japanese-style curry flavor stimulates the appetite and warms the body.

¥1,150 ≈ $7.00

Yukemuri Soba (Steaming Soba)

湯けむりそば

Steaming hot Kama-age Soba with a hint of ginger

Warm soba served directly after boiling, without being cooled in water. Flavored with ginger, it's perfect for a cold day.

¥1,150 ≈ $7.00

Tempura Yukemuri Soba

天つき湯けむりそば

A set featuring steaming hot Yukemuri Soba with a side of tempura assortment.

¥1,980 ≈ $13.00

Kuruma Ebi Nabe Yaki Udon (Large Shrimp Hot Pot Udon)

車海老なべ焼きうどん

Udon simmered in a clay pot. Packed with ingredients like large shrimp tempura, vegetables, and egg, it stays hot until the end.

¥2,080 ≈ $13.00

Tempura Kama-age Udon (Tempura Boiled Udon)

天つき釜あげうどん

A set of warm udon served with the boiling water and tempura. Dip the udon in the rich dipping sauce.

¥1,880 ≈ $12.00

Tempura Soba

天ぷらそば

Warm soba served with tempura (either on the side or on top). The oil from the tempura dissolves into the broth, adding richness.

¥1,880 ≈ $12.00

Kamo Nanban (Duck and Scallion Soba)

鴨南蛮

Warm soba with duck and scallions. The richness of the duck fat and the sweetness of the scallions dissolve into the broth, creating a rich and luxurious flavor.

¥1,980 ≈ $13.00

Weekday Limited Lunch

20 Servings Limited *Udon cooking time approx. 8 minutes *Large portion of soba +220 yen *Broth refill (330 yen / half 160 yen)

1. Lunch set with Seiro Soba and Vegetable Kakiage Tempura

① せいろそばと野菜のかき揚げ天のランチ

8 types of vegetable kakiage tempura, seasonal seasoned rice, pickles, and 2 daily side dishes (Can be substituted with warm kake or udon)

An affordable weekday lunch set. Includes vegetable kakiage, seasoned rice, and side dishes for a hearty meal.

¥1,260~ ≈ $8.00

2. Lunch set with Seiro Soba and Small Shrimp Tempura

② せいろそばと小海老天ぷらのランチ

Seiro Soba, Small Shrimp and Senju Negi Tempura, Seasonal Seasoned Rice, Pickles, and 2 Daily Side Dishes (Can be substituted with tempura served separately, warm kake, or udon)

A luxurious lunch set featuring large shrimp tempura. Served with seasoned rice and side dishes for a satisfying meal.

¥1,870~ ≈ $12.00

April to September Limited Menu

Sudachi Soba

すだちそば

Shredded daikon radish, myoga ginger, and shiso leaves, served refreshingly

A visually refreshing cold soba dish with slices of sudachi citrus floating on top. The refreshing sourness of the citrus stimulates the appetite, making it a perfect dish for summer.

¥1,550 ≈ $10.00

Suzushiro Soba (Daikon Radish Soba)

すずしろそば

Refreshing soba using daikon radish (suzushiro). Enjoy the crisp texture of the daikon.

¥1,250 ≈ $8.00

Gomoku Chirashi Soba (Five-Ingredient Scattered Soba)

五目ちらしそば

Bukkake Soba with Abundant Toppings

Cold bukkake soba topped with various ingredients. It's colorful, nutritionally balanced, and a satisfying meal in one bowl.

¥1,550 ≈ $10.00

Thinly Cut Udon

細切りうどん

Homemade Somen Noodles with Plenty of Garnish

Udon noodles cut thinner than usual. Combines the smooth texture of somen with the chewiness of udon. Served with plenty of garnishes.

¥1,250 ≈ $8.00

Mini Seiro

ミニせいろ

A small portion of seiro soba. Ideal for when you want to eat just a little or when ordering it as part of a set with a rice dish.

¥700 ≈ $4.00

Edomae Conger Eel Tempura Seiro

江戸前穴子天せいろ

A set of large conger eel tempura and seiro soba. The seasonal conger eel is rich in fat and delicious.

¥2,500 ≈ $16.00

Rice Dishes

Seasonal Seasoned Rice

季節の炊き込みごはん

Rice cooked with seasonal ingredients. The umami of the broth and the flavor of the ingredients permeate the rice.

¥550~ ≈ $4.00

Plain White Rice

白いご飯

Fluffy, freshly cooked white rice.

¥350~ ≈ $2.00

Tempura Bowl

天丼

1 Large Shrimp, 4 Vegetable Tempura Pieces

A rice bowl dish topped with large shrimp and vegetable tempura, drizzled with a sweet and savory sauce. The sauce-soaked rice and tempura are a perfect match.

¥2,100 ≈ $13.00

Small Shrimp and Scallion Tempura Bowl

小海老とねぎの天丼

A tempura bowl topped with small shrimp and scallion kakiage. Enjoy the plump shrimp and the sweetness of the scallions.

¥1,600 ≈ $10.00

Dessert

Kuro-mitsu Kinako Soba Dango (Sweet Black Syrup and Soybean Flour Soba Dumplings)

黒みつきなこそば団子

A Japanese-style dessert of soba dumplings topped with kinako (soybean flour) and kuro-mitsu (sweet black syrup). The flavor of soba and the rich sweetness of kuro-mitsu are a great match.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Soba Ice Cream

そばアイス

Ice cream made with soba seeds and soba flour. The nutty flavor of soba enhances the sweetness of the milk.

¥450 ≈ $3.00

Kuro-mitsu Kinako Soba Ice Cream

黒みつきなこそばアイス

Kuro-mitsu Kinako Soba Dango (Sweet Black Syrup and Soybean Flour Soba Dumplings)

A luxurious dessert of soba ice cream topped with sweet black syrup and soybean flour.

¥650 ≈ $4.00

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