A serene and comforting atmosphere—perfect for those who wish to quietly immerse themselves in Japanese cuisine at the counter.
Tempura Bonji
天婦羅 ぼん次
OSAKA
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Tempura
Tempura reimagined—an extraordinary interpretation shaped by the unique perspective of a kushikatsu chef.
- Counter Seating
- Solo Diner Accepted
The Michelin-listed Osaka kushikatsu institution Kushikatsu Bon has embarked on a new challenge: creating a tempura restaurant that redefines the genre.
This vision gave rise to Tempura Bonji, located in Osaka’s lively Kitashinchi district. Its ten-seat L-shaped counter faces an open kitchen, with night views and a miniature stone garden offering a calm, refined atmosphere.
Tempura Bonji uses a custom oil blend centered on premium cottonseed oil, known as the “king of oils”.
The result is tempura that is remarkably light on the outside while allowing the ingredient’s natural flavor to bloom within. The restaurant tempura-fries ingredients typically found in high-end kaiseki—such as Japanese Kuroge Wagyu beef Chateaubriand, pristine seafood, and exceptional tuna sourced from top purveyors.
Guided by the principles of ingredient, oil, temperature, and heart, Tempura Bonji aims to share authentic Japanese culinary culture with the world.
A destination for those who value quality over quantity, it continues to captivate tempura lovers every day.
| Address | 3rd Floor Dojima Merry Center Bldg, 1-3-16 Dojima, Kita-ku, Osaka |
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| Business hours | 17:00 to 22:30（※Last entry at 20:30） |
| Closed | Saturdays and Sundays (open on public holidays) New Year holiday period |
| Directions | ・1-min walk from Exit C-92 of Nishi-Umeda Station of the Yotsubashi Subway Line ・3-min walk from Exit F-92 of Umeda Station of the Midosuji Subway Line ・3-min walk from Exits 11-5 or 11-21 of Kitashinchi Station of the JR Tozai Line |
| Price | From ¥ 11,000 |
| Seating | 10 counter seats |
| Smoking | Prohibited |
| Children | Children 10 years and older who can order and adult's course are welcome. Please note that there are no Children menu options. |
| Wi-Fi | None |
| Language | None |
| Parking | None |
| Dresscode | Smart Casual required. ※ Sportswear and sandals are not allowed. ※ Guests wearing strong perfume or cologne will be denied entry. |
| Payment method | 【Advance payment for online reservation】 PayPal or Credit Card 【Payment for additional orders at the restaurant】 Cash or Credit Card |
| Cancellation Policy | The terms for cancellations and changes may differ based on the restaurant's policies, reservation date, time, and number of guests. Before making your reservation, please review and agree to the terms and policies listed on the reservation form. |
| Concierge Service Fee | ￥1,650 Seating charge per person |
3rd Floor Dojima Merry Center Bldg, 1-3-16 Dojima, Kita-ku, Osaka
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