Tamahide's famous oyakodon (chicken and omelette on rice), served in a laquer bowl, Marunouchi & Nihombashi.

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Tamahide

Tokyo


For generations, people have been lining up outside this restaurant – in business since 1760 – to try its signature dish oyakodon, a sweet-savoury mix of chicken, soy broth and lightly cooked egg, served over a bowl of rice. It also has dishes using minced chicken or duck that are all delicious and filling. Pay before you sit down at lunch.


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