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.
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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.
東京都 北区
Nearest: 赤羽駅 (2 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 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)
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)
Steps from Ueno Station, serving beautifully presented malatang in a clean, bright interior. Spice starts at just 0.5, making it welcoming for spice newcomers.
東京都 台東区
Nearest: 上野駅 (4 min walk)
Enjoy tomato-based malatang inside Yurakucho Itoshia. The original broth blends the tang of pickled cabbage with the richness of tomato for a mild, approachable flavor — great for malatang first-timers. Mobile ordering available.
東京都 千代田区
Nearest: 有楽町駅 (2 min walk)
Enjoy malatang with 5 spice levels in the spacious interior in Kichijoji. Beef bone broth available; 5 noodle choices with free refills. Register on LINE for a free drink.
東京都 武蔵野市
Nearest: 吉祥寺駅 (3 min walk)
A Lahongbang chain shop near Machida Station. Spice starts from 0.5, so even those sensitive to heat can enjoy it comfortably. Praised for its careful presentation and friendly service.
東京都 町田市
Nearest: 町田駅 (3 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)
Qibao Malatang at Kichijoji's north exit. The broth is delicious even at low spice levels, making it a great first stop for malatang newcomers. Affordable prices mean it works just as well for a light snack as for a full meal.
東京都 武蔵野市
Nearest: 吉祥寺駅 (5 min walk)
