A medicinal herb malatang and hot pot specialist on the 8th floor of Lumine Ikebukuro. Made with authentic Sichuan spices, with fully customizable soup, noodles, and toppings. Desserts such as taro balls and tofu pudding are also on the menu.
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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)
Qibao Malatang at Ikebukuro East Exit, where the broth is made fresh daily using over 30 medicinal herbal spices with chicken and pork collagen. The glass noodles are also house-made, blending Kagoshima sweet potato and Hokkaido potato.
東京都 豊島区
Nearest: 池袋駅 (4 min walk)
Ikebukuro West Exit. The numbing tingle of huajiao hits first, followed by the heat of chili and layers of fermented richness. Broth + glass noodles ¥480, toppings ¥100/bag—excellent value. Free noodle refill once.
東京都 豊島区
Nearest: 池袋駅 (5 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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Qibao Malatang in Sangenjaya. The medicinal broth, beloved for over a decade, pairs beautifully with chewy wide glass noodles and the fragrance of Sichuan pepper oil. Even at zero spice, you can fully appreciate the depth of the herbal flavors.
東京都 世田谷区
Nearest: 三軒茶屋駅 (4 min walk)
The Shimokitazawa location of Qibao Malatang, opened in 2025. Pick from over 40 ingredients displayed in the showcase for a fun, hands-on experience. The boldly spiced medicinal broth pairs especially well with an extra helping of cilantro.
東京都 世田谷区
Nearest: 下北沢駅 (3 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)
Qibao Malatang in Gotanda. The signature flat glass noodles have a satisfying chewiness, and the rich, umami-laden medicinal broth delivers more depth than it might first suggest. Lamb, garland chrysanthemum, and wide glass noodles are the regular patrons' go-to combination.
東京都 品川区
Nearest: 五反田駅 (3 min walk)
