The Beginnings of Katsu – The word katsu is an abbreviation of the word “Katsuretsu”, which means “cutlet.” It generally refers to a sliced piece of meat that is breaded and deep-fried. The dish was introduced to Japanese culture in the late 19th century during the Meiji period, when Japan opened its doors to the West. In the beginning, beef cutlets were used, but pork eventually became the more popular choice of meat by the 1900s, giving rise to dishes such as tonkatsu (‘ton” is Japanese for “pork”).

Today, katsu is considered one of the classic dishes in Japanese cuisine, inspiring many chefs (including ours) to find ways to elevate this beautiful dish into a high level of culinary art.

The master of Katsu, Chef Kazuya Takeda. As the head chef of Tonkatsu Takeshin, a Michelin Star: Bib Gourmand rated restaurant in Tokyo, he has generously passed on his knowledge of katsu to our chefs, ensuring that each and every katsu we make is delicious and perfect.

Vision: To be the Katsu Leader and Best Hospitality Restaurant in the Philippines.

Branches: SM Megamall, Robinson’s Magnolia, SM Mall of Asia, SM Southmall, SM Aura, SM North Edsa, Alabang Town Center, Glorietta 5, Rockwell, Robinson’s Place Manila, U.P Town Center

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