Frequently Asked Questions
We have compiled frequently asked questions we receive at the Shinjuku tonkatsu restaurant 「にいむら」. Whether you are dining alone, with your family, coming for lunch, asking about the origin of the pork and rice we use, or allergies, please refer to this before your visit.
About visiting and using our restaurant
Can I dine alone?
Yes, we welcome solo diners. If you’d like to enjoy tonkatsu for lunch in Shinjuku or after work, please feel free to stop by.
Can families and guests with children dine here?
Yes, we are suitable for family meals. If you have any questions about visiting with children, please contact the restaurant before your visit.
Do you serve foreign tourists?
We welcome guests visiting Shinjuku from overseas. We look forward to welcoming anyone who wishes to enjoy Japanese tonkatsu.
Can I come for lunch?
Yes, we are open during lunchtime. If you are looking for a tonkatsu lunch in Shinjuku, please stop by.
Can I visit without a reservation?
Yes, you can visit without a reservation. Depending on how busy we are, you may be asked to wait; thank you for your understanding.
Can I visit later today?
You are welcome to visit during business hours. For details on today’s hours and crowd levels, please contact the restaurant.
If it's my first time visiting, do you have any recommended menu items?
We offer a variety of tonkatsu dishes, including loin katsu and fillet katsu. Please choose according to your preferred meat texture and fat level.
About ingredients and sourcing
Where is the pork you use sourced from?
We use domestically produced pork. Since our supplier procures pork from regions across Japan and we select the best quality at the time, the place of origin may vary by day. We relatively often use pork from Aomori Prefecture and Kagoshima Prefecture.
Where is your rice from?
We use Koshihikari rice from Ibaraki Prefecture. Please enjoy freshly cooked rice together with your tonkatsu.
About allergies
Does the tonkatsu sauce contain nuts?
No nuts are used among the ingredients of our tonkatsu sauce. If you have allergies, for your safety please inform our staff when ordering.