Xiyangyang Malatang
A hidden gem in Kita-Akabane. The beef bone broth is rich and authentic, with a no-spice option available. A daily rotating complimentary ingredient keeps every visit feeling fresh.
東京都 北区
Nearest: 北赤羽駅 (3 min walk)
A short walk from Akabane Station, Ippin Malatang lets you order via mobile app in two styles: chef's selection or build your own. The mild baitan broth with sweet potato noodles is a refreshing combination.
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Ippin Malatang is one of Japan's largest malatang chains with over 30 locations nationwide. The signature is a milky-white medicinal-herb broth made with 30+ herbs — mild and approachable for Japanese palates. Most locations, including Ikebukuro and Toyota, use a flat ¥109-per-topping system, while some stores like Akabane charge by weight. Rules such as a 300g minimum or ¥1,200 minimum spend vary by location. Choose from 4–5 noodle types and spice levels 0–5 (level 4 and above carry a surcharge).
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A hidden gem in Kita-Akabane. The beef bone broth is rich and authentic, with a no-spice option available. A daily rotating complimentary ingredient keeps every visit feeling fresh.
東京都 北区
Nearest: 北赤羽駅 (3 min walk)
A Yang Guofu concept shop on the 6th floor of Takasaki Building, a 7-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station. Weighed-serving style; choose 250g (approx. ¥1,000) or more and get 80g of beef tendon noodles or rice noodles free. Tabletop condiments including Sichuan pepper oil and black vinegar let you keep changing up the flavor.
東京都 豊島区
Nearest: 池袋駅 (7 min walk)
A 3-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station's north exit. Guests choose ingredients on the 1st floor and wait on the 2nd — a uniquely fun layout. Ingredients are priced at a flat ¥150 each and come individually wrapped. The popular beef tendon noodle is thick and delightfully chewy. The mild herbal broth is beginner-friendly.
東京都 豊島区
Nearest: 池袋駅 (6 min walk)
Authentic malatang on the west side of Ikebukuro. The perfect balance of spice, numbing heat, and aroma evokes memories of eating in China. Hunan-style spicy rice noodles are also available — two iconic dishes in one spot.
東京都 豊島区
Nearest: 池袋駅 (6 min walk)
The second physical location of iSDG Malatang, in front of Otsuka Station. The brand, known for its cup malatang, is expanding into brick-and-mortar stores. Opening soon (as of April 2026).
東京都 豊島区
Nearest: 大塚駅 (3 min walk)
The Xingxing Club Ikebukuro flagship, where you select from 60 ingredients and cook them in a medicinal herbal broth. Using seasonings imported directly from Sichuan, with 5 spice levels from mild paitan to fiery mala. An authentic Sichuan Malatang that keeps regulars coming back.
東京都 豊島区
Nearest: 池袋駅 (5 min walk)