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Haneda Airport is Tokyo’s primary air gateway, welcoming countless tourists from around the globe each day while also serving as a hub for the departure and return of Japanese citizens. But did you know that Haneda boasts over 77 restaurants? With three terminals offering a wide variety of food options, you’re guaranteed to find a delicious meal no matter where you arrive or depart. In this article, we’ll guide you through some of the best Japanese restaurants at Haneda Airport, perfect for sampling authentic flavors before or after your journey!
1. Tsurutontan
Tsurutontantan is a renowned restaurant situated in Haneda Airport’s third terminal. They specialize in authentic Sanuki udon noodles, which are prepared using traditional Sanuki udon techniques. What makes this udon restaurant unique is the length of its udon noodles. Just one noodle measures approximately 70 centimeters long (27.5 inches), making for quite a hearty dish. If you’re a big fan of udon and want to indulge yourself, there’s also a complimentary service that allows you to add up to three additional balls to your meal.
2. Ramen Setagaya
Ramen Setagaya is renowned for its specialty: flavorful, soy sauce-based ramen. This signature dish features a rich, thick broth made by slowly simmering two kinds of dried sardines, dried shiitake mushrooms, dried bonito flakes, and other ingredients in aged soy sauce. The noodles, crafted from Japanese wheat, boast a slightly sticky texture and a hearty, satisfying taste that perfectly complements the savory broth. With its traditional Japanese interior and welcoming atmosphere, dining here is a memorable airport experience. Why not kick off your trip to Japan with a comforting bowl of shoyu ramen?
3. Ningyocho Imahan
Based in Ningyocho and widely regarded as one of the best sukiyaki restaurants in Tokyo, Imahan has multiple locations, including notable branches in Ginza, Yurakucho, and several other cities across Japan. But did you know that Imahan also has a branch in Haneda Airport? With its elegant, high-class ambiance, this restaurant offers a little slice of a traditional sukiyaki experience—perfect for indulging before a long flight. The sukiyaki served here is nothing short of exceptional. Featuring thinly sliced Japanese wagyu beef with exquisite pink-and-white marbling, the dish is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Once grilled and coated in Imahan’s secret sukiyaki sauce, the beef melts in your mouth with every bite. If you’re searching for the finest sukiyaki experience to enjoy at an airport, Imahan at Haneda at Terminal 3 is undoubtedly the place to be.
4. Ariso Sushi
Sushi’s worldwide renown makes it one of the most popular gourmet foods to try when you come to Japan. So why not get some just as you touch down at the airport? Ariso Sushi, located in Haneda Airport, is committed to providing customers with the highest quality Edo-mae style sushi. Their goal is to deliver natural ingredients in their freshest state to ensure customer satisfaction. Their dedication to freshness in their fish is evident as they procure their fish daily from the Toyosu Market, where a diverse selection of fresh fish is always available. Sushi is a popular dish representative of Japanese cuisine and is enjoyed worldwide. If you find yourself at Haneda Airport, try some authentic sushi!
5. Tempura Sakitei
Tempura is a crispy and flavorful dish made by coating a variety of ingredients in golden batter and frying them to perfection. Freshly fried tempura is not only crunchy and delicious but pairs wonderfully with rice and ponzu sauce. If you’re craving this classic Japanese delicacy, you’re in luck—you can enjoy mouthwatering tempura dishes right at Haneda Airport! At Tempura Sakitei, their signature dish is “Ten-don”: a bowl of rice topped with freshly fried tempura, drizzled with a rich, sweet, and spicy house sauce. Best of all, Tempura Sakitei is open 24 hours a day, so whether you’re arriving late at night or catching an early morning flight, you can indulge in a delicious bowl of tempura whenever hunger strikes.
6. Yakiniku Champion
Yakiniku Champion is a yakiniku specialty restaurant headquartered in Ebisu that is known for serving the highest quality A5-ranked Japanese beef. Instead of ordering meat in bulk, they personally inspect every meat to assure quality. The restaurant offers rare premium cuts of Wagyu beef for diners to enjoy the mouth-watering goodness of Wagyu beef yakiniku. As each bite of Wagyu yakiniku is characterized by tender texture and flavor, stop by Yakiniku Champion to have this quintessential flavor experience!
7. Marugameseimen
One of the most famous udon noodle chains in Japan is Marugame Seimen, celebrated for its freshly made, handcrafted udon noodles prepared daily in-house. Known for its authentic flavors and affordable prices, it’s a must-try spot for travelers looking to enjoy delicious Japanese cuisine without breaking the bank. Their popular “kake udon”, featuring freshly boiled udon noodles in a light broth, costs less than 500 yen—an unbeatable deal! With doors opening at 7:30 AM every day, Marugame Seimen is also the perfect choice for a quick, hearty airport breakfast before your journey.
8. The Minatoya Lounge
A well-known soba eatery in Toranomon, nicknamed the “legendary soba restaurant”, has teamed up with Mercedes-Benz to bring a new level of sophistication to Haneda Airport with The Minatoya Lounge. This luxurious restaurant delivers the same high-quality soba noodles that made the original Toranomon eatery famous, while incorporating the elegance and class synonymous with the Mercedes-Benz brand. Their signature dish, “Meat Soba,” is a must-try—featuring a rich, thickly seasoned sauce and a spicy kick from raayu (Chinese chili oil). Diners can choose between hot and cold options, making it a perfect choice no matter the season. With its impeccable flavors and elevated atmosphere, this legendary Haneda Airport spot offers some of the best soba noodles you’ll ever taste—an ideal send-off before embarking on your next adventure.
9. Cuud
At Cuud, which features a sleek black interior, there are only two items on the menu: curry udon and tomato curry udon. As you can see Cuud’s signature dish is curry udon. In the kitchen, curry soup based on Japanese broth is made by slowly simmering seasonal vegetables, and then combined with udon noodles whose chewy texture creates a great flavor and texture match. If you would like to try both types of dishes, there is a “half and half” menu option that allows you to taste both of the Cuud’s different flavors of udon. Truly a recommended dish with a strong taste of vegetable broth and spice!
10. Soba Kappo AZUMINO
Soba Kappo Azumino is a soba restaurant offering authentic Shinshu-style soba. Shinshu is an old province, now known as Nagano prefecture, that is reknown for the quality of its soba noodles. The most popular soba is “Hawasabi Soba,” made with wasabi carefully grown in Azumino, Nagano. The spiciness of the wasabi makes for a fresh and appetizing dish. Soba Kappo AZUMINO also offers sake, which goes perfectly with the soba and is recommended to complete your pre-flight meal!
We’ve explored some of the gourmet restaurants that await you at Haneda Airport, perfect for indulging before your next adventure! While we highlighted delicious Japanese cuisine options like udon, ramen, and sukiyaki, Haneda’s culinary offerings go far beyond that. From authentic Italian dishes to cozy casual cafes, there’s a wide array of spots ready to satisfy every craving and whet your travel appetite. So, the next time you fly, don’t just pass through—take a moment to savor the rich gourmet world that makes Haneda Airport a destination in itself!
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