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からあげ家 奥州いわい

からあげ家 奥州いわいOshu Iwai Karaage Shop Akihabara-Honten

Fried chicken takeaway

★ 4.2411 reviews

We are a takeout karaage specialty shop within walking distance of JR Akihabara Station and Asakusabashi Station, using Iwate Prefecture's branded chicken 「奥州いわいどり」. Our 「室根からあげ」 is marinated in 「秘伝の黄金比タレ」, made with soy sauce, ginger, and onion, then fried. This uniquely exceptional karaage has an exquisite balance that brings out the chicken's savory flavor. We also cook to order and offer freshly fried chicken, so please ask at the shop. We serve a wide range of ages, from children to seniors. Perfect for many occasions: a snack, an accompaniment to drinks, or a dish for dinner. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you!

  • Japan, 〒111-0053 Tokyo, Taito City, 台東区Asakusabashi, 4 Chome−16−5 染谷ビル
  • Today · 10:30 am–7 pm
    • Friday: 10:30 am–7 pm
    • Saturday: 10:30 am–7 pm
    • Sunday: 10:30 am–7 pm
    • Monday: 10:30 am–7 pm
    • Tuesday: 10:30 am–7 pm
    • Wednesday: 10:30 am–7 pm
    • Thursday: 10:30 am–7 pm
  • +81 3-3865-8181
  • iwai181.net

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Bob Wong9 months ago
★★★★★

This is a great takeout karaage place! I came back while it was closed for holidays and there was no lineup. I saw people order and leave while crossing the street. Ask the staff politely for the English menu if you needed. Then order away! Prices are very good and there’s a wide variety of selection. After I ordered I was explained to in English the chicken would be fried fresh, they make to order, and would just have to wait a bit. There’s a bench to sit and wait or just stand out on the sidewalk. There’s bench could probably fit two people waiting. You do NOT eat here, it’s not dine in, it’s takeout. Chicken smelled so great and was even tastier. Very crispy and juicy, not too greasy and seasoned well. To everyone that eats condiments, I pity you for not savouring or enjoying the food itself. Everything was packed up with toothpicks and a bag, no charge! It was great. Small cozy place and awesome staff to go with awesome food. Will come back for sure.

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Nicholas Chan2 years ago
★★★★★

Ordered takeout. The chicken was NEARLY perfect but with one downside: lack of salt I don't know if they simply forgot to add salt or if they added too little but I literally had to go back out to 7-eleven and buy a can of salt to sprinkle. Otherwise the fried chicken could have been perfect. The crispy texture, the perfect amount of meat to batter ratio, the moist level, all perfect. Just wish they added salt.

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Gabriel1 years ago
★★★★★

Great fried chicken. Recommend the original flavor (iwai).

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Crystal Milton2 years ago
★★★★★

Dropped by yesterday for a last-minute lunch - I couldn't leave not trying the best karaage in Japan! It is about a 10-minute flat walk from Akhiabara station. There are two small benches you can eat at. Otherwise, there is a nice park around the corner (you walk past it when walking from the station) that you could sit in to eat. The hostess speaks english and there are english menus. There was no one else there when we went at about 12.30pm on a Thursday. Very reasonably priced, I think we paid ¥1800 for 4 types! We ordered original, salt garlic and yuzu. They were all so good! I agree with other reviewers that the breast is superior to thigh. I couldn't get over how juicy the chicken was! The Yuzu was interesting and delicious, i haven't tried that flavour profile before and was pleasantly surprised. It would have been extra good with a squeeze of lemon and some kewpie. The garlic was the other big standout for me. I'm glad I made the trip to try this! Very, very good.

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Hng Chea Hou2 years ago
★★★★★

Recommend by my cousin 😉 Is really Good! Best Karaage Chicken even I tried! Also have different taste Karaage Chicken, I tried the Yuzu one, really Yummy. Guys if got come Akihabara, must come and try this Karaage Chicken. Strongly recommend!

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