Tenkane, a renowned Edo-style tempura restaurant in Shinjuku with a history of over 120 years, where chefs fry the tempura right in front of you.

2026.07.29

If you're looking for truly delicious tempura in Shinjuku, where should you go? Many foodies will name "Tenkane," located on the first floor of Shinjuku Nishiguchi HALC, as the answer to this question. This time, we'll introduce the enduring appeal of Tenkane, a product that has been loved for many years.

Just a two-minute walk from Shinjuku Station's West Exit, in a corner of Shinjuku Nishiguchi HALC , a bustling area, lies a long-established restaurant that has been preserving the tradition of Edo-style tempura for four generations since its founding in 1903. Tenkan is a popular choice not only for meals after shopping or work, but also for business entertaining and special occasions such as anniversaries. Behind its noren (traditional Japanese curtain), you will find the skills of craftsmen honed over a long history and unwavering hospitality.

First, head to a counter seat. Enjoy watching the "craftsman at work."

The first thing you see when you enter the shop is the sight of a craftsman quietly working with oil.
A light sizzling sound. The fragrant aroma of sesame oil rises.
Every movement is precise and efficient, creating an experience that feels like watching a theatrical performance.

At Tenkane, we carefully determine the perfect moment for our customers to enjoy each dish, frying it fresh one by one. We have cherished the simple principle that "it tastes best the moment it's fried," a principle that has remained unchanged since our founding.
The craftsmanship unfolding before your eyes is also one of the unique "treats" that Tenkane offers.

The ingredients are the star. Our commitment to "Tenshu"

Tempura is often thought of as a dish heavily reliant on its batter and oil. However, what Tenkan values ​​most is "allowing customers to enjoy the natural flavors of the ingredients themselves." Therefore, they make no compromises when it comes to sourcing seasonal seafood and vegetables.

The prawns and conger eels, representative of Edo-style cuisine, are carefully selected from suppliers with whom the owner has built a long-standing relationship of trust. For other seafood, the owner himself visits the market to determine the condition of each item on any given day and carefully selects each one.

One of its charms is that you can enjoy seasonal delicacies, such as wild vegetables in spring, sweetfish and corn in summer, maitake mushrooms and ginkgo nuts in autumn, and oysters and root vegetables in winter.

The fact that you can encounter new seasonal delights with each visit is one of the reasons why Tenkane has been loved for so long.

The traditional "frying" creates a light texture.

When people taste Tenkane's tempura, they are often surprised by its light and airy texture.
The fragrant aroma of sesame oil gently spreads, yet it doesn't feel greasy, making it a pleasant dish to enjoy right down to the last bite.
The exquisite finish is the result of craftsmanship passed down through generations and meticulous attention to the quality of the frying oil.

High-quality sesame oil

At Tenkane, we use Sekine Oil Store's "Tamajime-shibori Sesame Oil," which is pressed using a traditional method that has been passed down since the mid-Edo period, as a base, and blend it with rapeseed oil, corn oil, and other oils in our own unique way. While making the most of the rich aroma unique to sesame oil, we have achieved a light texture that brings out the best in the ingredients.

Furthermore, another secret to its deliciousness lies in the extra step taken before frying. By pre-chilling the batter and ingredients to approximately 6°C, a temperature difference is created with the hot oil, resulting in a thin and delicate batter. The thickness of the batter, frying time, and cooking time are meticulously adjusted for each ingredient, and determining the moment when each ingredient becomes most delicious is only possible thanks to the years of experience of the craftsmen.

Because it's a simple dish, there's no room for error. The oil, the batter, the temperature, and the frying technique—when all of these are in harmony, a dish is created that brings out the maximum flavor of the ingredients.

A secret tempura dipping sauce that has been passed down for over 60 years.

What further enhances the freshly fried tempura is Tenkane's proud tempura dipping sauce.
By combining a flavorful bonito broth made from freshly shaved Makurazaki flakes from Kagoshima Prefecture , with a secret base sauce that has been continuously replenished for over 60 years since the time of the second generation owner, we create a deep umami flavor and rich aroma.

Our recommended way to enjoy it is the Tenkan style, with plenty of grated daikon radish. The refreshing aftertaste further enhances the natural sweetness of the ingredients, allowing you to enjoy it without getting tired of it until the very last bite.
"Ingredients," "frying," and "tempura dipping sauce." It is the combination of these three points of focus that creates Tenkane's unique Edo-style tempura.

If it's your first time, start with the "Tempura Course."

If you're visiting Tenkane for the first time, we highly recommend trying our tempura course. Our chefs prepare each dish using the freshest seasonal ingredients available that day, serving them at the perfect moment. From prawns and conger eel to seasonal seafood and vegetables, you can fully enjoy the "charm of Edomae tempura" that Tenkane cherishes.

One of the charms of this course-style meal is that you can enjoy the entire experience—from the flavors of the ingredients and the frying techniques to the secret tempura dipping sauce—in the most delicious order.

For dinner, we offer several courses to suit your budget and occasion. Our restaurant is frequently used for business meetings, dinners, anniversaries, and other special occasions.

We also offer vegetarian options, making it suitable for international guests and those with dietary restrictions. We cater to diverse needs, allowing a wide range of people to enjoy Japanese tempura culture.

Enjoy Edo-style tempura, a tradition passed down for over 120 years, at Shinjuku Nishiguchi HALC.

Shinjuku Nishiguchi HALC is a bustling area where many people come and go, whether shopping or on their way home from work. Tenkane, with its long history nestled in one corner of this area, continues to deliver unchanging flavors and hospitality, staying true to the spirit of Shinjuku.

Edomae tempura is a unique part of Japanese food culture. Watching the chefs carefully fry each piece right in front of you, and the luxurious experience of savoring it fresh, makes for a memorable "experience" that is uniquely Japanese, not just a meal.

Located just a 2-minute walk from Shinjuku Station's West Exit, this restaurant is popular with international visitors and is recommended not only for a special meal during your travels but also for entertaining important guests or business dinners.

The skills of artisans passed down through generations, seasonal ingredients, and the hospitality poured into each and every dish.
When you visit Shinjuku, why not try authentic Edo-style tempura at "Tenkane"? Each dish is sure to make your time in Shinjuku even more special.

Address and business hours

【address】
1F, Shinjuku Shinjuku Nishiguchi HALC Shinjuku Ward -ku , Tokyo 160-0023 *Please note that you cannot enter the store from inside the Shinjuku Nishiguchi HALC building. Please enter from the street side.

[Business Hours]
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM (Last Order 1:30 PM)
17:00 - 21:30 (Last order 20:30)
*No lunch service on Sundays and public holidays.

[Closed on regular holidays]
Wednesday

[Payment Methods]
Credit cards accepted (VISA, Mastercard, AMEX, JCB, Diners)
Electronic money: Not accepted

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