Exceptional Tonkatsu Crafted by a Specialty Shop
Katsushika Main Restaurant
勝鹿 本店
Locally Loved Tonkatsu with Thick, Juicy Cuts
Located near the popular "Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown" sightseeing area, this tonkatsu specialty restaurant draws a lively local crowd day after day. Its thick-cut tonkatsu, made with Nagasaki Prefecture's branded "Hoju Pork," is notably juicy and has become a new culinary highlight for a trip to Nagasaki.
Exceptional Tonkatsu Crafted by a Specialty Shop
"Katsushika Main Restaurant" is uncompromising in its selection of ingredients, using "Hoju Pork," a branded pork from Hoju Farm, which has continuously maintained SPF certification available to only a limited number of producers nationwide. Raised under strict hygiene management in the lush mountain surroundings of Minamishimabara, Nagasaki Prefecture, the pork is coated with egg and custom-made coarse breadcrumbs, then slowly fried at a low temperature. Specialties include the "Thick-Cut Premium Pork Loin Cutlet," along with other distinctive tonkatsu dishes befitting a cutlet specialty restaurant.
Tabiiro’s picks: signature dishes
"Thick-Cut Premium Loin Cutlet" with an Easy-to-Eat Texture
The "Thick-Cut Premium Pork Loin Cutlet" is made with "Hoju Pork," a branded pork from Minamishimabara, Nagasaki Prefecture, raised on spacious grounds under strict biosecurity measures. Despite its thick cut, the tonkatsu is known for being easy to eat and is favored by a wide range of ages, from young children to older guests. The pork is characterized by the sweetness of its fat and tender texture, with juicy umami released from the thick slices. Before adding sauce, the cutlet is well suited to a simple taste with salt, while the accompanying olive oil and onion garnish gives it a lighter finish.
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A Hearty, Generously Sized Tonkatsu
The "Thick-Cut Premium Pork Loin Cutlet," made with "Hoju Pork," a branded pork from Minamishimabara, Nagasaki Prefecture, is the restaurant's most popular menu item. Despite its substantial thickness, the pork is notably tender and easy to eat for both young children and older guests.
Other featured menu items
"Pork Tenderloin Cutlet"
Known as a high-protein, low-fat cut, pork tenderloin is available only in small quantities from each pig. The "Pork Tenderloin Cutlet" has a crisp, savory coating and a moist, tender interior with a smooth texture and rich umami. Its low fat content gives it a light flavor that is popular with women and health-conscious diners. The pork used for the tonkatsu is "Hoju Pork," a branded pork from "Hoju Farm" in Minamishimabara, Nagasaki Prefecture, which has produced SPF pigs for many years. Raised in facilities under strict hygiene management, the pork is also valued for its rarity.
Must-try signature dish
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"Beef Cutlet"
The "Beef Cutlet" features high-quality lean beef cooked rare to highlight its natural sweetness and satisfying flavor. Its tender interior contrasts with the crisp coating for a distinctive texture.
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"Seafood Cutlet"
The "Seafood Cutlet" features shrimp, squid, and white fish fried to a crisp finish. The large fried shrimp has a pleasantly springy texture and pairs especially well with tartar sauce.
Restaurant highlights
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A popular katsu sandwich for takeout
Takeout Options for Selected Dishes
All menu items are available for takeout, making freshly prepared tonkatsu available at home as well. In addition to the popular katsu sandwiches, the restaurant can prepare bento meals and hors d'oeuvre platters to suit different budgets.
Interior
The chic, modern interior features warm wood accents, with counter seating suited to solo diners, table seating, and calm semi-private rooms. The comfortable setting also provides a relaxed place for families to dine together.
From the Tabiiro Editorial Team
"Katsushika Main Restaurant," which reopened after renovations in April 2026, features generously spaced table and counter seating as well as wide aisles, making entry smooth for strollers and wheelchairs. Its standout "Thick-Cut Premium Pork Loin Cutlet" is made with "Hoju Pork," a branded pork known for its tender texture that is easy for young children and older guests to eat. Despite its generous portion, the cutlet has a light finish that does not feel overly heavy.
Restaurant information / Access
- Access
- Train: 4-minute walk from the Shinchi Chinatown tram stop on the Nagasaki Electric Tramway
- TEL
- +81-95-825-0188 Please let the staff know that you saw this on "Tabiiro."
- Official website
- https://www.katsu-shika.com/
- Opening hours
- Lunch: 11:30 A.M. to 3:00 P.M., Dinner: 5:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M.
- Regular closing day
- Closed on irregular days
- Average cost
- From 1,000 yen to 2,000 yen
- Accepted payment methods
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Credit cards accepted
(VISA, JCB, Master, and others)E-wallet payments not accepted
QR code payments not accepted
- Number of seats
- 34 seats
- Parking
- Not available
Semi-private rooms available
Takeout
Lunch
All seats are non-smoking
5 min from station
Credit cards accepted
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Katsushika Main Restaurant
- Opening hours
- Lunch: 11:30 A.M. to 3:00 P.M., Dinner: 5:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M.
- Regular closing day
- Closed on irregular days