What is Tempura?
Tempura is a dish where ingredients, such as seafood and vegetables, are dipped into a batter of flour, egg, and water, then fried in oil.
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Ippoh Main Restaurant
A long-established tempura restaurant representing Osaka, with a history spanning more than 180 years since its founding in the late Edo period and a reputation that has impressed VIPs from Japan and abroad.
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One of Osaka’s most renowned long-established traditional restaurants, Ippoh is located in Edobori, Nishi Ward. Its roots go back to 1850 (Kaei 3), when the first-generation owner of an oil shop opened a tempura restaurant as a side business. Now in its fifth generation, Ippoh has a history spanning more than 180 years. Over the years, it has welcomed prominent guests from Japan and abroad, including internationally known VIPs.
The extraordinary experience at this celebrated restaurant begins as you pass through its stately gate, with its stone base, earthen walls, and tiled roof. At the entrance, you will be greeted by the proprietress and attendants. The formal setting may naturally make you straighten your posture, but there is no need to worry. With a warm smile, the proprietress welcomes guests and explains, “Rather than focusing too much on tradition and formality, Ippoh’s approach to hospitality is to help each guest enjoy their visit in their own way.”
From here, each party is looked after by a dedicated attendant. You are first shown to a waiting room, where tea is served at a custom-made table crafted from a single slab of Yakushima cedar. After taking a moment to relax, you proceed to your private dining room. This Japanese-style room features sunken seating and is reserved exclusively for your party. The first half of the tempura kaiseki course is served here, beginning with appetizers such as a small starter, a seasonal hassun platter, and sashimi made with ingredients at their peak. Savor the flavors of this historic restaurant while admiring the garden views and elegant furnishings.
Your attendant then guides you to another room: a completely private tempura dining room equipped with a fryer at the counter. A dedicated chef prepares each piece of tempura before your eyes. Made with premium safflower oil replaced for every party and top-quality ingredients selected for their seasonality and freshness, the tempura is a true expression of the restaurant’s craftsmanship. Take your time and savor every bite.
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One of Osaka’s most distinguished restaurants, with a history of welcoming VIPs from Japan and abroad.
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Warm, approachable service allows first-time guests to feel at ease.
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An authentic traditional dining experience, with each part of the course served in a dedicated private room.
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Interiors and furnishings steeped in tradition and refinement create an experience far removed from everyday life.
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After arriving, relax in a waiting room furnished with elegant pieces
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The first half of the course is served in a completely private Japanese-style room
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Beautiful appetizers showcasing the skill and artistry of experienced chefs
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A dedicated tempura dining room offering complete privacy
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Exceptionally light tempura that brings out the natural flavors of each ingredient
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Admire the chef’s graceful movements, expert technique, and thoughtful attention to detail
Reviews
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The ingredients are really top-notch, and the service is excellent. Definitely worth dining here!
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It's not just about how delicious the food is—each dish is like a work of art.
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Elegant Japanese decor and fresh seasonal ingredients—no wonder this is such a famous tempura restaurant.
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This is the best tempura I've ever had. Even the overall dining environment was fantastic.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 一宝 本店
- Postal Code
- 550-0002
- Address
- 1-18-35 Edobori, Nishi Ward, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
- Phone
- 06-6443-9135
- Closed on
- Sundays and public holidays
- Hours
- Lunch: 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; Dinner: 5:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
- Price Range
- Lunch: ¥17,000 and up; Dinner: ¥28,000 and up
- Access
- 3-minute walk from Exit 9 of Higobashi Station on the Osaka Metro Yotsubashi Line
- Credit Cards
- Accepted (American Express, Diners Club, Mastercard, JCB, Visa, UnionPay)
- Official website
- Official website (Japanese)