Kurobuta Fukuya Porkcutlet restaurant in Kagoshima

Kurobuta Fukuya in Kagoshima is a restaurant specializing in dishes made from Kagoshima’s prized Kurobuta pork. The restaurant, established over 30 years ago, is well-known for its tender and flavorful tonkatsu (breaded and fried pork cutlets) as well as other pork specialties like shabu-shabu (hot pot).

One unique dish at Kurobuta Fukuya is the “Kurokatsu,” a variation of tonkatsu featuring a black batter made with bamboo charcoal and black sesame, which enhances the richness of the Kurobuta pork. The restaurant also offers comprehensive meal courses such as the “Kurobuta-zukushi” course, which includes a variety of pork dishes, and the “Shabuzen” course, combining shabu-shabu with other popular items.

 

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The restaurant is conveniently located in the downtown Tenmonkan area, just a 2-minute walk from the Tenmonkan-dori streetcar stop. It has menus available in multiple languages (English, Korean, and Chinese), making it accessible to international visitors. Dining options include both lunch and dinner, with prices ranging from 1,000 to 4,000 yen depending on the meal.

 

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This restaurant is an excellent spot for experiencing Kagoshima’s iconic Kurobuta pork in a cozy setting. If you are visiting, consider trying the black tonkatsu for a unique culinary experience.