The Shin-Nakano branch of Akasaka Malatang. Authentic Sichuan-style broth with all-you-can-eat hotpot also available. Start on the mild side — the red broth is spicier than it looks.
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A pop-up style shop in Higashi-Nakano, open just two days a week, blending Japanese set meals with malatang in a one-of-a-kind concept. Salt-braised pork belly and ginger pork sets both come paired with malatang. Large rice servings are free. A hidden gem with real character.
東京都 中野区
Nearest: 東中野駅 (14 min walk)
Ideally located just 30 seconds on foot from the north exit of Nakano Station. Choose from over 50 ingredients priced by weight, with three broths: secret-recipe mala, beef bone, and tomato. Milder options are available for those new to spicy food.
東京都 中野区
Nearest: 中野駅 (2 min walk)
Qibao Malatang near Nakano Station. A richly aromatic medicinal broth clings to the springy glass noodles for a wholesome, health-conscious bowl. The relaxed atmosphere makes it easy to pop in solo any time.
東京都 中野区
Nearest: 中野駅 (4 min walk)
Xingxing Club right in front of Koenji Station. Order by QR code entirely from your smartphone. On weekdays enjoy a free topping or a choice of noodles or rice. Post on social media and get a free drink on top of that.
東京都 杉並区
Nearest: 高円寺駅 (2 min walk)
Qibao right in front of Koenji Station. Spice level 3 is hot enough to make you break a sweat from the top of your head — a genuinely intense experience. Adding a tom yum soup mix-in for 150 yen brings in a bright lemongrass acidity for a completely new flavor dimension.
東京都 杉並区
Nearest: 高円寺駅 (3 min walk)
A Malatang restaurant in Koenji produced by popular Sichuan-born YouTuber Yanchan. Two broth options are available: classic Sichuan Malatang and an original herbal medicinal style. The interior, adorned with red lanterns, creates a photogenic and stylish atmosphere.
東京都 杉並区
Nearest: 高円寺駅 (4 min walk)
A lu shui (spiced brine) hot pot specialty restaurant in the basement of Omori Station. The perfected broth needs no dipping sauce and deepens in aroma as it simmers. Individual dishes start from around ¥300, offering excellent value.
東京都 大田区
Nearest: 大森駅 (3 min walk)
Qibao Malatang in Akasaka. In addition to the adjustable-spice glass noodle malatang, the restaurant also offers an all-you-can-eat medicinal hot pot with dozens of topping options. Suitable for both lunch and dinner, making it a truly versatile spot.
東京都 港区
Nearest: 赤坂駅 (5 min walk)
Qibao Malatang near Iidabashi Station. In a clean, white-toned interior, enjoy glass noodles in broth and medicinal herbal hot pot with your choice of ingredients and spice level.
東京都 千代田区
Nearest: 飯田橋駅 (4 min walk)
A Chongqing-style hot pot and malatang specialist in Ikebukuro's authentic Chinese dining area. Ingredients are self-selected from shelves just like in China. The broth is turned up to full heat — the definitive spot for those chasing both spice and numbing tingle.
東京都 豊島区
Nearest: 池袋駅 (4 min walk)
One of the best value malatang spots in Takadanobaba. Order via QR code only — the menu is in Chinese but manageable with a translation app. Orders over 1,000 yen include unlimited small side dishes. The boneless chicken feet in chili oil is a hidden gem.
東京都 新宿区
Nearest: 高田馬場駅 (5 min walk)
The Haomeiwei flagship in Ueno/Okachimachi. The broth is finished with about 21 herbal medicine spices and is great for your skin. Inside, glowing neon sets the mood for malatang, all-you-can-drink hotpot, and bubble tea all under one roof.
東京都 台東区
Nearest: 上野駅 (5 min walk)
