Chūka-ya
中華や
Asakusa & Kuramae · Restaurant
Straightforward Chinese spot in Morishita. Gyoza and fried rice — the kind of neighborhood joint that does one thing and does it well. Quick lunch or dinner between Sumida and the east side.
⚠️ Note: The caption references Morishita Station on the Toei Shinjuku Line — Shinjuku here is the subway line name, not the ward. The venue is in Sumida-ku, a 4–5 minute walk from Morishita.
As seen on Instagram
Original post by @r__tokyo.gourmet_cafe
How to visit
- Address
- 2-1-13 Chitose, Sumida-ku, Tokyo
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 11am–2pm, 5pm–9pm; closed Sun
- Price
- $
- Rating
- 4.1 ★ (476 reviews on Google Maps)
- English (?)
- Yes
- Reservations
- Not required
What makes it special
No frills, no English menu. Chūka-ya sits a 4–5 minute walk from Morishita Station and pulls regulars in for lunch sets and evening standards. The gyoza and chahan are simple, unpretentious, and priced low enough to visit often. This is the sort of place locals know but tourists rarely stumble on.
How to visit
Walk 4–5 minutes from Morishita Station (Shinjuku Line, Oedo Line). Cash likely; no reservation needed. Closed Sundays and public holidays. Bring a phrasebook or use Google Translate on the menu.
FAQ
What are the main dishes?
Gyoza (pot stickers) and chahan (fried rice). Keep it simple.
Can I pay by card?
Check on arrival; cash is safest at neighborhood joints like this.