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This is one of the small food places within the SoFA Market. JapaCurry serves a variety of Japanese comfort foods from katsu curry's to unagi and karrage dons. I ordered the spicy chicken karrage don with the extra spicy enhancement! There's a good portion of chicken that's lightly breaded and covered with sauce and served on top of a light layer of cabbage and thicker layer of rice. Some edamame and pickled ginger accents are there. The chicken was very tender and the cuts of meat were good (meaty, not cartilage or fatty), which was great. The sauce was tasty and even with the spicy enhancement, it wasn't "sweat-inducing" level of spiciness. I found it had a level of umami that make me really want to eat it all up, which I did. It filled me up without overstuffing me. While the meat itself wasn't cooked to order (the meat was in containers and it was reheated), it didn't bother me at all. But as a results, the breading was soft as opposed to crispy. So all good, and I'd be happy to eat here again and try more dishes.
Ordered takeout and got the gyu curry spicy. Off the bat, I'd say I didn't love this place because the packaging they used completely melted into my food. I don't love melted plastic in my food, but taste wise, the curry was fine. The meat was kind of tough and didn't taste fresh. The surrounding area is kind of hard to find parking in on a weekend. Overall, not a good experience and the food quality itself isn't great. Please please change your packaging so people aren't eating plastic.
Wanted to try this place for a while now, but they're closed last time we're here. Finally got to try it on Thursday night for an early dinner, before watching a movie at the California Theater. Ordering from the kiosk was easy, and the food was ready pretty quickly. We ate at the long communal table right in front of JapaCurry. I had high expectations because of their high ratings, but was quite disappointed with my mediocre chicken katsu curry plate. While the sauce was hot, the chicken katsu wasn't. It tasted like the chicken had been cooked for a long time. Portion size was not bad, with quite a lot of chicken. Flavor was just ok. Not something I would recommend.
In a Curry Food stall located in the SoFA Market, which is an indoor food and drink hall in DTSJ. JapaCurry started out as a catering company in 2023, and opened this location early last year (2025). I first saw the Chef at JapaCurry being interviewed by a local news station** talking about his food and I became very interested in their authentic flavors. The Good: *They also have a pickup location in Santa Clara with new locations coming soon. *Still do catering *Dog-friendly covered outdoor dining *Easy kiosk ordering and paying *Minimal interaction with the staff, but it was all very cordial and pleasant. *Ordered the Tonkatsu (Pork) Curry and I was very impressed with the crispy, extra thiccc cut of tender pork. The curry itself was also quite good, and had a nice spicy kick at the end which was nice. The concomitant, and traditional, rice and red pickles (aka Fukujinzuke) made for a nice meal overall. *Pricing is pretty reasonable for around $16-19 for a nice sized lunch that gets you full, but not so much that you're comatose. The Meh: *They're a little stingy with the Curry itself. There is an option for "Extra Curry Sauce" for $4, if you absolutely need it. *Shared seating means you might have to share a table with *gasp* strangers. It's not ideal but it is what it is. *No alcohol but some of the other vendors inside the SoFA do. The Ugly: *Unless you come on a Sunday, then you're most likely going to have to pay for parking. Conclusion: Not my favorite Japanese Curry, but it's definitely up there. **I'm not 100% on the news station part, but I definitely saw an interview somewhere. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Best rated food booth in this hall. Several closed restaurants. Seating available inside and out. Order at kiosk and pay electronically. Food (chicken) is precooked and kept in a heating cabinet. Curry has excellent flavor. Breading in chicken is good and the chicken portion was decent with good white meat. Not bad for prepped food. Would eat here again.
I bought a too good to go surprise bag and though they should use it as means to advertise I was disappointed. The end pieces of the chicken on the Katsu was dry and the curry sauce was not what I expected. Curry is normally quite flavorful-this fell short. I did enjoy the veggies, however. Very fresh and tasty. The gentleman who packed my bag was surprised and didn't have it ready. It's in a shared restaurant setting, like a food court, so you can dine in, but the restaurant alone is take-out.
[Food] - Tonkatsu Curry ($18.50): Love the flavorful tomato/beef based curry! Definitely not like the average Japanese restaurant curry! Rice (fluffy) & moist) and tonkatsu (fatty but a bit overcooked) were plentiful, but the curry portions just weren't the same ratio as the rice and tonkatsu overall. I appreciate that the curry includes some vegetables (carrots, potatoes, spinach) without paying more. So depending on your preferences this could be a hit or miss but I still can overlook everything just for the curry. You can also get extra curry sauce ($4) - Fried Tofu ($4.50 for 4 pieces): A bit bland, but of course delicious with curry sauce or even sriracha. I have to admit that the price is pretty steep for 4 pieces. I would personally skip this next time. [Service] - Helpful, friendly, attentive [Ambiance] - Small mom and pop shop at DTSJ in SoFA Market [Overall] - Would come back again as there aren't many places that serve a more flavorful tomato/beef based curry. Most Japanese restaurant serve more of a store bought Japanese curry flavor (beef/potato) flavor.
My friends, wife, and I checked out JapaCurry. Unfortunately, we arrived later in the day around 2pm, and a lot of their entrees were already "sold out" like their tonkatsu and karaage. My friend ordered the Pork Belly (Kakuni) Curry. Thick, Rich, "beefy" flavorful, and soothing curry. Nothing is as comforting and enjoyable as a bowl of curry rice. The pork belly was tender and soft. The rice was fluffy and soaked up all the curry goodness. Served with cabbage to give added texture and to help cut the richness or spice. Also fukujinzuke which is a must when eating Japanese curry! We'll be back! Support your local business!
JapaCurry offers a decent option for Japanese curry fans in downtown San Jose, but my visit left me feeling a bit underwhelmed, especially considering the price. While the curry flavor itself was good, a few elements of the dish and the overall experience could have been better. What I had: - GyuCurry (stewed beef) - Added shredded cheese - Added marinated egg The curry itself had a solid flavor -- rich and comforting without being too heavy. However, the stewed beef was just alright; it didn't have the melt-in-your-mouth tenderness I was hoping for. It's possible I ordered the wrong protein since, unfortunately, the more popular options like karaage, tonkatsu, and chicken katsu were sold out by the time I arrived :-(( The shredded cheese felt like an afterthought -- simply sprinkled on top without being melted into the dish, similar to how Chipotle tops their bowls. I had expected a gooier, richer texture. Like if you've ever been to kbbq restaurants and they have melted cheese over the meats- yeah that's somewhat what I was expecting. As for the marinated egg, it tasted fine but didn't really have the depth of flavor that a good marinated egg usually offers. Considering I paid close to $30 for the bowl with toppings, I found the protein portion and topping quality a little disappointing for the price. JapaCurry is part of the SoFa Market food hall, which has a casual and lively atmosphere. Seating is communal-style, meaning you'll likely be sitting close to strangers at shared tables. Finding a spot can be a bit hit-or-miss depending on the time of day. Parking downtown can be tricky, but there are nearby paid lots and some street parking if you're willing to circle around. Service was quick and no-frills -- order at the counter and wait for your food to be called! TLDR: Overall, while I liked the curry flavor, the value and toppings didn't quite justify the price for me. I might consider giving JapaCurry another try earlier in the day when more proteins are available, but this visit was just okay. I give JapaCurry a 3/5. I hate to rate small businesses and mom/pop shops harshly but I feel like this was just satisfactory overall. Hoping that if I come back and try one of the sold out meats, my rating would be alot higher! How I rate on Yelp: (5 stars): Exceptional!! -- food, service, and atmosphere all outstanding. Worth going out of your way. (4 stars): Great! -- very good experience overall, minor flaws but nothing major. (3 stars): Good -- decent, acceptable, but there's room for clear improvement. (2 stars): Poor -- disappointing experience, multiple issues (food, service, or setting). (1 star): Terrible -- very bad experience, would not return or recommend.
Ordered the chicken katsu curry udon to go, the chicken was soggy and bland, the udon noodle was decent. Also ordered the potato croquette which was also soggy and greasy. Maybe this is not the place for to-go orders.
Wanted to try their potato croquette curry but it wasn't available so we went with their natto green onion curry with a side of fried tofu. I've never had natto in curry before but it was a tasty addition with very little fermentation flavor. The curry itself was flavorful and light. The tofu was soft and perfectly fried and helped complete the meal and make it more filling. I'll be back to this stall to try their potato croquette curry next!
The customer service was awesome. It made the food taste better. Added some spice seasoning that took my food to a great level.
This place reminded me of a curry place inside of a kyoto train station so good! The smell took me back to Japan. Love the ordering kiosk as well, also like being back in japan. Food came out super fast. We will definitely be back!
4 months ago
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Thank you so much, Gary, for your wonderful review!…
Took my daughter and her friends to JapaCurry, and they were honestly blown away by the chicken katsu Japanese curry. It was so delicious and comforting, and my daughter loved it so much that she's been saying she wants to have it every day ever since! The restaurant itself is nice, clean, and has a really welcoming feel. The service was great too! Definitely a place we'll be coming back to. If you're a fan of Japanese curry and katsu, I'd definitely give Japa House a try! read more
5 months ago
Tasty and warm meal. My food was ready quickly and honey and delicious. The katsu had more fat on it than I was expecting, but was crisp, tasty and satisfyingly fried. I got my food to go, so didn't experience the ambiance. Happy with the food and would visit again! read more
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Thank you so much, Jessica, for your thoughtful review!…
This is one of the small food places within the SoFA Market. JapaCurry serves a variety of Japanese comfort foods from katsu curry's to unagi and karrage dons. I ordered the spicy chicken karrage don with the extra spicy enhancement! There's a good portion of chicken that's lightly breaded and covered with sauce and served on top of a light layer of cabbage and thicker layer of rice. Some edamame and pickled ginger accents are there. The chicken was very tender and the cuts of meat were good (meaty, not cartilage or fatty), which was great. The sauce was tasty and even with the spicy enhancement, it wasn't "sweat-inducing" level of spiciness. I found it had a level of umami that make me really want to eat it all up, which I did. It filled me up without overstuffing me. While the meat itself wasn't cooked to order (the meat was in containers and it was reheated), it didn't bother me at all. But as a results, the breading was soft as opposed to crispy. So all good, and I'd be happy to eat here again and try more dishes. read more
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Hello Eric-san. Thank you very much for taking the time to share such…
Ordered takeout and got the gyu curry spicy. Off the bat, I'd say I didn't love this place because the packaging they used completely melted into my food. I don't love melted plastic in my food, but taste wise, the curry was fine. The meat was kind of tough and didn't taste fresh. The surrounding area is kind of hard to find parking in on a weekend. Overall, not a good experience and the food quality itself isn't great. Please please change your packaging so people aren't eating plastic. read more
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Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, Didi.…
Wanted to try this place for a while now, but they're closed last time we're here. Finally got to try it on Thursday night for an early dinner, before watching a movie at the California Theater. Ordering from the kiosk was easy, and the food was ready pretty quickly. We ate at the long communal table right in front of JapaCurry. I had high expectations because of their high ratings, but was quite disappointed with my mediocre chicken katsu curry plate. While the sauce was hot, the chicken katsu wasn't. It tasted like the chicken had been cooked for a long time. Portion size was not bad, with quite a lot of chicken. Flavor was just ok. Not something I would recommend. read more
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masanori T.
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughtful feedback,…
In a Curry Food stall located in the SoFA Market, which is an indoor food and drink hall in DTSJ. JapaCurry started out as a catering company in 2023, and opened this location early last year (2025). I first saw the Chef at JapaCurry being interviewed by a local news station** talking about his food and I became very interested in their authentic flavors. The Good: *They also have a pickup location in Santa Clara with new locations coming soon. *Still do catering *Dog-friendly covered outdoor dining *Easy kiosk ordering and paying *Minimal interaction with the staff, but it was all very cordial and pleasant. *Ordered the Tonkatsu (Pork) Curry and I was very impressed with the crispy, extra thiccc cut of tender pork. The curry itself was also quite good, and had a nice spicy kick at the end which was nice. The concomitant, and traditional, rice and red pickles (aka Fukujinzuke) made for a nice meal overall. *Pricing is pretty reasonable for around $16-19 for a nice sized lunch that gets you full, but not so much that you're comatose. The Meh: *They're a little stingy with the Curry itself. There is an option for "Extra Curry Sauce" for $4, if you absolutely need it. *Shared seating means you might have to share a table with *gasp* strangers. It's not ideal but it is what it is. *No alcohol but some of the other vendors inside the SoFA do. The Ugly: *Unless you come on a Sunday, then you're most likely going to have to pay for parking. Conclusion: Not my favorite Japanese Curry, but it's definitely up there. **I'm not 100% on the news station part, but I definitely saw an interview somewhere. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ read more
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Hello John-san.…
Best rated food booth in this hall. Several closed restaurants. Seating available inside and out. Order at kiosk and pay electronically. Food (chicken) is precooked and kept in a heating cabinet. Curry has excellent flavor. Breading in chicken is good and the chicken portion was decent with good white meat. Not bad for prepped food. Would eat here again. read more
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Hello David-san. Thank you so much for visiting and for sharing your…
11 months ago
I bought a too good to go surprise bag and though they should use it as means to advertise I was disappointed. The end pieces of the chicken on the Katsu was dry and the curry sauce was not what I expected. Curry is normally quite flavorful-this fell short. I did enjoy the veggies, however. Very fresh and tasty. The gentleman who packed my bag was surprised and didn't have it ready. It's in a shared restaurant setting, like a food court, so you can dine in, but the restaurant alone is take-out. read more
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masanori T.
Hello Camelia-san. Thank you for trying our Too Good To Go surprise…
[Food] - Tonkatsu Curry ($18.50): Love the flavorful tomato/beef based curry! Definitely not like the average Japanese restaurant curry! Rice (fluffy) & moist) and tonkatsu (fatty but a bit overcooked) were plentiful, but the curry portions just weren't the same ratio as the rice and tonkatsu overall. I appreciate that the curry includes some vegetables (carrots, potatoes, spinach) without paying more. So depending on your preferences this could be a hit or miss but I still can overlook everything just for the curry. You can also get extra curry sauce ($4) - Fried Tofu ($4.50 for 4 pieces): A bit bland, but of course delicious with curry sauce or even sriracha. I have to admit that the price is pretty steep for 4 pieces. I would personally skip this next time. [Service] - Helpful, friendly, attentive [Ambiance] - Small mom and pop shop at DTSJ in SoFA Market [Overall] - Would come back again as there aren't many places that serve a more flavorful tomato/beef based curry. Most Japanese restaurant serve more of a store bought Japanese curry flavor (beef/potato) flavor. read more
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masanori T.
Hello Evonne-san. Thank you so much for taking the time to share such…
My friends, wife, and I checked out JapaCurry. Unfortunately, we arrived later in the day around 2pm, and a lot of their entrees were already "sold out" like their tonkatsu and karaage. My friend ordered the Pork Belly (Kakuni) Curry. Thick, Rich, "beefy" flavorful, and soothing curry. Nothing is as comforting and enjoyable as a bowl of curry rice. The pork belly was tender and soft. The rice was fluffy and soaked up all the curry goodness. Served with cabbage to give added texture and to help cut the richness or spice. Also fukujinzuke which is a must when eating Japanese curry! We'll be back! Support your local business! read more
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Lloyd-san. Thank you so much for visiting JapaCurry and for the kind…
JapaCurry offers a decent option for Japanese curry fans in downtown San Jose, but my visit left me feeling a bit underwhelmed, especially considering the price. While the curry flavor itself was good, a few elements of the dish and the overall experience could have been better. What I had: - GyuCurry (stewed beef) - Added shredded cheese - Added marinated egg The curry itself had a solid flavor -- rich and comforting without being too heavy. However, the stewed beef was just alright; it didn't have the melt-in-your-mouth tenderness I was hoping for. It's possible I ordered the wrong protein since, unfortunately, the more popular options like karaage, tonkatsu, and chicken katsu were sold out by the time I arrived :-(( The shredded cheese felt like an afterthought -- simply sprinkled on top without being melted into the dish, similar to how Chipotle tops their bowls. I had expected a gooier, richer texture. Like if you've ever been to kbbq restaurants and they have melted cheese over the meats- yeah that's somewhat what I was expecting. As for the marinated egg, it tasted fine but didn't really have the depth of flavor that a good marinated egg usually offers. Considering I paid close to $30 for the bowl with toppings, I found the protein portion and topping quality a little disappointing for the price. JapaCurry is part of the SoFa Market food hall, which has a casual and lively atmosphere. Seating is communal-style, meaning you'll likely be sitting close to strangers at shared tables. Finding a spot can be a bit hit-or-miss depending on the time of day. Parking downtown can be tricky, but there are nearby paid lots and some street parking if you're willing to circle around. Service was quick and no-frills -- order at the counter and wait for your food to be called! TLDR: Overall, while I liked the curry flavor, the value and toppings didn't quite justify the price for me. I might consider giving JapaCurry another try earlier in the day when more proteins are available, but this visit was just okay. I give JapaCurry a 3/5. I hate to rate small businesses and mom/pop shops harshly but I feel like this was just satisfactory overall. Hoping that if I come back and try one of the sold out meats, my rating would be alot higher! How I rate on Yelp: (5 stars): Exceptional!! -- food, service, and atmosphere all outstanding. Worth going out of your way. (4 stars): Great! -- very good experience overall, minor flaws but nothing major. (3 stars): Good -- decent, acceptable, but there's room for clear improvement. (2 stars): Poor -- disappointing experience, multiple issues (food, service, or setting). (1 star): Terrible -- very bad experience, would not return or recommend. read more
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Brian-san. Thank you so much for your thoughtful and honest review.…
Ordered the chicken katsu curry udon to go, the chicken was soggy and bland, the udon noodle was decent. Also ordered the potato croquette which was also soggy and greasy. Maybe this is not the place for to-go orders. read more
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Hello Teresa-san. Thank you for giving us a try and for taking the…
11 months ago
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Hello Carolyn-san. Thank you so much for taking the time to share…
Wanted to try their potato croquette curry but it wasn't available so we went with their natto green onion curry with a side of fried tofu. I've never had natto in curry before but it was a tasty addition with very little fermentation flavor. The curry itself was flavorful and light. The tofu was soft and perfectly fried and helped complete the meal and make it more filling. I'll be back to this stall to try their potato croquette curry next! read more
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Minah-san. Thank you so much for giving our natto green onion curry a…
11 months ago
The customer service was awesome. It made the food taste better. Added some spice seasoning that took my food to a great level. read more
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Hello Na-Shota-san. Thank you for giving us a try and for sharing…
This place reminded me of a curry place inside of a kyoto train station so good! The smell took me back to Japan. Love the ordering kiosk as well, also like being back in japan. Food came out super fast. We will definitely be back! read more
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Hello Mlissa-san. Thank you so much for sharing this! We’re honored…
2 years ago
Located in the SoFa market. Lots of seating with other restaurants inside. Came around 5:30pm on a Saturday and there was no line. The staff was super nice and my order was ready in 5 minutes after ordering! I got the Potato Croquette Curry ($15.00) and it was really good! The croquette was pillowy soft, the curry was good, and the ratio of rice to curry sauce was perfect for me. The shredded cabbage and pickled red things were a nice touch too. My other 3 friends also really liked what they got. Super fast, nice staff, super convenient in the area of downtown SJ and menu was so small that it was not overwhelming with choices. I love that! Would come again if I'm in the area and craving Japanese curry! read more
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Hello PinnPinn-san. Thank you so much for your review. Since we…
1 year ago
Nearly $20 with tip--after paying for metered street parking -- to get this karaage (fried chicken) curry plate and the chicken was SOGGY exactly like it was microwaved from frozen. Not to mention the rice was overcooked. The curry itself was the only edible thing. Why bother running a restaurant with this level of disrespect for the food and your customers? I want so little out of life and this completely ruined my day read more
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Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. We’re truly…
1 year ago
The five stars is for the taste between the fried chicken batter, with the brown sauce, and with the light orange sauce. The reason why the 3 components create so much variety is because I tasted almost all these following possibilities when eating the fried chicken in the rice bowl: 1. Batter taste only 2. Brown sauce only 3. Light orange sauce only 4. Batter + brown sauce together 5. Batter + orange sauce together 6. Brown sauce + light orange sauce together 7. All three together: Batter + Brown sauce + light orange sauce together And 8: no sauce and no batter on the chicken. I tasted 6 of the 8 possible variations in one single order. The chicken was moist like KFC, but not squirty like Costco. The batter was essenced like Safeway, but not crackle-ly like at Popeyes. The rice was plain and dry, but the two types of ginger and the green soybeans helped disrupt the singularity of taste. There were green onions garnished on one of the chicken pieces which multiplied the effects of the light orange sauce, but it was not enough for all the chicken pieces, and nothing left to spare for helping the rice ant. Comparing the rice bowls at JapaCurry, the JapaCurry is superior to the Jack in the Box teriyaki bowl, but inferior to the Santo Market poke bowl which has 3x as much sauce to drip into the rice, and additional furikake flakes which were like firecrackers of flavor which were missing from the JapaCurry bowl. read more
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Hello Sing-san. Wow, thank you so much for taking the time to write…
There's nothing like eating Japanese curry on a cold day. JapaCurry is located inside of SoFA Market, a food court in downtown San Jose. This place is about a 5-10 minute walk from the SJSU campus, making it a convenient spot for students to swing by. My friend and I came here for dinner on a weeknight, and there was quite a bit of seating available inside. Once we ordered and paid at one of the kiosks, the food came out quickly. The curry itself was warm and tasty, and I appreciated the thickness of the pork cutlet in the tonkatsu curry. Some of the rice was slightly on the harder and drier side, though, and I wish there was a bit more curry sauce provided so it could match up with the ratio of rice that is included with the dish. Despite these aspects, I was still satisfied with my meal overall and the portion size. The workers were friendly and welcoming, too, and the person who I believe was the owner was super kind and let us sample their matcha ice cream. I hope to come back to try some of their other curry dishes in the future! read more
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Hello Ashley-san. Thank you so much for the thoughtful review and…
Really authentic Japanese curry! Being from Japan, I really appreciate when a place gets J-curry right, and they absolutely do. And their Katsu is also top-notch! Quick service and friendly staff made the experience even better. Must-try! read more
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Y M-san. Thank you so much for the wonderful review! It means a lot…
JapaCurry a newly established food court just opened a few weeks ago serving authentic Japanese curry and karaage donburi are on my top list. I hate the cheap imitation simply too sweet or too bland mostly gear to Western taste. Ordering is very simple via self service kiosk with a list of appetizers, drinks, donburi and of course their main specialty curry. I chose curry potato croquettes comes with rice and schredded cabbage with pickled beets. The flavor is not so overbearing and the croquettes are coated with breadcrumbs and deep-fried as it should be. Definitely be back weekdays are the best even on a Friday afternoon not as crowded as I got there right after the lunch crowd parking not a problem. JapaCurry is one of many ethic food located inside of SoFa Market one can dine-in or out by the patio. ポテトコロッケカレーありがとうございました！translate thank you for the potato croquettes Japanese curry! read more
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Hello Phil-san.…
1 year ago
Great place that is walking distance from the convention center and hotel. The plaza this restaurant is located in has many other cuisines to offer so perfect spot for friends to hang and get food if everyone wants something different. Highly recommend checking out Japacurry. We originally wanted to get their pork cutlet but there fryer was down, so we got the hamburger steak cutlet instead. It was very Flavour and filling, paired with the rice and cabbage. For an additional cost, we also added an egg. Once you order, they will give you a number buzzer and you can walk around to check out the area. There a free water dispenser by the bar that is self service. Make sure you grab some seats if it's busy. When we went during Fanime, there was a lot of open spots to sit and eat. read more
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Hello Tram-san. Thank you so much for the great review and for…
nothing really tastes like anything? if that makes sense the crispiness of the katsu definitely tore my mouth apart but maybe my gums are weak lol the meat didn't really have a taste though - the curry also didn't taste like Japanese curry, it was just slightly salty? imo would rather go a few minutes away to japantown if I really wanted curry, but this place makes do in a pinch I suppose read more
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Hello Rita-san. Thank you for your feedback—we truly appreciate you…
1 year ago
I'm in a review-writing mood today and this is my 3rd one. The pork katsu was SOLID. I'm knocking off one star for the $4 edamame--there were literally 8-10 pieces. Inflation is real and totally understandable, but we've got to do better. That said, I'd totally come back for the katsu. read more
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Hello Shobey-san. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review…
5 months ago
Very delicious, truly best comfort food there is. The outside patio is nice for hanging out and studying. The owner is very kind! read more
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Thank you so much, Geniefer, for your kind words!…
2 years ago
I've been looking for great Japanese curry place for a while and this place takes the cake for me! The food is very flavorful and very much reminds of curry I had back in Japan. One filling will get you full but one you take a bite into the chicken you can't stop! The staff is amazing and caring! Definitely will be stopping by more often! read more
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Hello Clarence-san. Great to hear you enjoyed our curry with Katsu.…
6 months ago
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Thank you so much, Sergio, for such an amazing review!…
inside SoFa market & IYKYK, parking is a tad bit tough.. especially if you're solo. 4 stars due to their online ordering issues & moist Katsu . I had to order there, but luckily it was super quick! I ordered @ 12:00 PM & it was ready 7 mins later, no kizzy!!! I love how they saran wrap all containers to prevent leaking/moving of items--but absolutely hate that they pack the katsu in same container--it really made the Chicken Katsu soft and less fresh. I'll make sure to dine in next time or request to separate the protein. Besides that, everything from the rice, flavorful curry and tasty Fukujin-zuke was sooo good ! I love that there's potatoes and carrots in the curry sauce. We'll definitely be back! :) read more
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Hello Jae-san. Thanks so much for the detailed and honest review—we…
1 year ago
One of my favorite spots in downtown sj!! Every time I go the food is great and the service is even better! If you are looking for a local business to support, this is the one! The owner is the sweetest and you can tell he really cares for his customers and his business. I recommend anything on the menu, I've gotten most things and each time is a great experience! read more
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Hello Ceora-san. Thank you so much for your kind words and continued…
10 months ago
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Hello Jean-san. Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We’re…
1 year ago
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Hello Koko-san. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a…
2 years ago
- Thick slices of juicy chicken katsu (thigh meat by the way) - Slightly sweet, crispy breading - Great depth of flavor in the curry My only qualm is that I ate it too fast. Eat it right as soon as you get it for the best experience. It really does taste like the curry in Japan. read more
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Hello Alyssa-san. We are truly grateful for your detailed review!…
1 year ago
I got the chicken katsu curry and it was delicious. The chicken was very crispy and the curry was well seasoned with potatoes and carrots in it. Another part was the red pickled ginger which was little savory but I loved it. Wish they had put more. Overall, the portions were plentiful and the rice was fluffy. Would definitely recommend it. PS: It's inside the Sofa Market and it has a tap to pay machine. However, the wait time was quick and the worker was nice and friendly. (Curry was on the side btw) read more
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masanori T.
Hello Mozzy-san. Thank you so much for the great review! We’re…
10 months ago
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Thank you for sharing your feedback. We take comments like this very…
2 years ago
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Hello Kathleen-san. Thank you so much for your kind words and…
Listen, we all seek comfort food for various reasons. Maybe it's the warm embrace our bodies feel the moment we take a bite, or perhaps it's the longing for nostalgia we seek. I cannot express how much I've been wanting to try JapaCurry for the authentic experience most can only get abroad. And what better way to enjoy quality Japanese curry than on a brisk Spring day! I chose the pork belly curry and instantly fell in love when my utensil pierced the pork belly like a knife cutting through room temperature butter. It was tender, juicy, and made me grateful for the time and effort spent behind the scenes. The flavors are light enough to settle any unset tummies while still satisfying my desire to feel comforted. The bowl of curry is perfect for a balanced lunch with protein and veggies. I took my meal to go and was genuinely thanked by the staff as I picked up my meal. I can't wait to try the rest of their menu! read more
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Hello Sendy-san. Wow! Your words truly mean the world to us. Thank…
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387 S 1st St
San Jose, CA 95113
SoFA, Downtown
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Is this the same JapaCurry as the old food truck in San Francisco?
We often get asked if we're the same as the JapaCurry food truck that used to be in San Francisco—but we're actually a completely different company. Our JapaCurry started two years ago as a catering-focused business, and thanks to many customer…
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