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Restaurant | Tokyo, Japan
Gonpachi Nishi-Azabu
The legendary "Kill Bill restaurant" that inspired Quentin Tarantino's iconic fight scene. A dramatic multi-level izakaya serving handmade soba and robata in historic surroundings.
Kill Bill Fame
Izakaya
$$$
Historic
2002
Bush-Koizumi Summit
Iconic
Film Location
4.2
Rating
Is Gonpachi really the Kill Bill restaurant?
Yes! Gonpachi Nishi-Azabu's dramatic multi-level interior with wooden beams, elevated walkways, and traditional decor directly inspired the "House of Blue Leaves" fight scene in Kill Bill Vol. 1. While the movie scene was filmed on a set, Tarantino visited Gonpachi and recreated its atmosphere.
Location & Details
Address
1-13-11 Nishi-Azabu
Minato-ku, Tokyo
106-0031
Phone
+81-3-5771-0170
Setting
Dramatic 2-story space with traditional wooden beams, open kitchen, and theatrical atmosphere.
Price Range
$$$ (~$50-100 per person)
Signature Dishes
Specialty
Handmade Soba Noodles
Buckwheat noodles made fresh daily, served hot or cold with traditional dipping sauce.
Robata
Charcoal Grilled Skewers
Robatayaki-style grilled meats and vegetables cooked over charcoal at the open kitchen.
Fresh
Sashimi Platter
Daily selection of fresh sashimi from Tokyo's fish markets.
Classic
Tempura Selection
Light, crispy tempura of seasonal vegetables and prawns.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Gonpachi Nishi-Azabu inspired the "House of Blue Leaves" scene in Kill Bill Vol. 1. Quentin Tarantino dined here and was so impressed by the dramatic interior that he recreated it for his film.
Yes, in February 2002, Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi hosted President George W. Bush at Gonpachi. This famous diplomatic dinner is sometimes called the "Bush-Koizumi Summit."
Gonpachi is moderately priced for Tokyo at around 5,000-10,000 yen ($40-80 USD) per person for dinner with drinks. This makes it accessible compared to fine dining restaurants.
Reservations are recommended, especially for dinner and weekends. The restaurant is popular with tourists seeking the Kill Bill experience, so booking ahead ensures you get a good seat to enjoy the dramatic interior.