Malatang Shop Search

A hidden gem malatang spot in Kanamachi, run by a female owner originally from northeastern China. Fresh ingredients in a wide variety. The mild spice level is just right for Japanese palates, and table condiments let you adjust further.

A malatang specialty shop a 4-minute walk from Ibarakishi Station, operating two sittings — lunch and dinner (closed Tuesdays). The Sichuan pepper-forward broth ranges from no spice to extra hot. Quirky ingredients like circus-style dumplings and bun-mo-ja noodles add character, alongside staples such as konnyaku threads and thick fried tofu.

A compact counter-focused shop in Kameido. Choose from pre-packaged ingredients buffet-style, with cilantro available as a topping. The table condiment bar features sesame sauce, chili oil, and both red and green Sichuan pepper for endless flavor customization.

A malatang specialty shop a 3-minute walk from Miyada Station in Miyada Village, Kamiina District, Nagano. Ingredients at 400 yen per 100g, with 3 broth options and adjustable spice. A complimentary topping is included for orders over 1,000 yen. Multiple noodle types available. Closed Mondays; open Tuesday to Sunday 11:00–22:00.

Great-value malatang in Tobu-Nerima. At 350 yen per 100g, orders over 1,000 yen come with a free 80g serving of noodles. The rich broth is relatively mild even at medium spice, so go for extra-spicy if you want more heat.

A spacious malatang specialty shop in front of Ageo Station. The unique menu also features kushikatsu. Even the mildly spicy option is designed to be approachable, and the self-serve condiment corner makes flavor customization fun.

A by-weight malatang specialist in Ikeda-cho, Kariya City. Self-select ingredients and weigh them at the counter; spend over 1,000 yen and a bowl of steamed rice is included. Adjust spice with tabletop condiments. Weekdays operate two sittings; weekends open through. Parking available.

A malatang specialty shop in Hiroji-cho, Toyota City. Ingredients are self-selected by weight at ¥380 per 100g. A herbal medicinal soup base is also available, alongside a broad selection of mushrooms, vegetables, meat, and seafood.

A quirky malatang spot on the 7th floor in Ginza, housed inside a Showa-era retro kissaten bar. Complete with karaoke DAM, you can slurp malatang and sing—a unique late-night experience unlike any other.

A malatang specialty shop in Matsuyama's Nibancho bar district, focused on evening dining. Fully customizable with spice levels from 0 to 6 and ingredients sold by weight. Snacks and alcohol are available, making it a great stop after drinks with friends.

A malatang specialty restaurant 8 minutes on foot from Okaido Station, in Minatomachi, Matsuyama City, Ehime. Start with a ¥600 broth and add ingredients at ¥3.1 per gram. Choose thin or thick glass noodles and your spice level; cashless payment only.

A malatang and hot pot shop in Kokura, Kitakyushu, 12 minutes on foot from Abeyama-koen Station. Delivery available via Uber Eats and Foodpanda. Open Sundays only (11:00–15:00 and 17:00–22:00); spice level adjustable.