01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
A plate piled high with rice, a thick freshly fried pork cutlet, and a generous coating of aromatic curry commands attention the moment it arrives. At Keiryuken, an unpretentious Chinese diner in Higashi-Koiwa, Edogawa Ward, this generous katsu curry is the main attraction. The crisp breading and hearty cutlet meld effortlessly with the nostalgic, savory curry gravy, making each bite easy to follow with another forkful of rice. To complete the set, the accompanying soup arrives in a full-sized bowl generously packed with vegetables and egg, elevating the meal into a remarkably satisfying spread.
In addition to rice specialties, the kitchen turns out an assortment of noodle soups and classic small plates. The nira soba, served in a soy-sauce broth blanketed with stir-fried greens and fragrant garlic chives, delivers aromatic steam alongside springy noodles and crisp produce. A plate of gyoza, with chewy skins pan-fried to a deep brown, makes a natural companion alongside a cold beer or casual drink.
The interior combines counter seats and tables in a relaxed, homey setting ideal for an unfussy lunch or evening meal. Because payments are cash only, carrying paper bills and coins is advised. Come hungry and enjoy the robust, comforting cooking of an old-school neighborhood kitchen.
