Zhang Liang Malatang in Nishi-Kawaguchi. The chewy beef tendon noodles are a crowd favourite, and five toppings plus a complimentary soft-boiled egg for just 911 yen is great value. Bilingual Japanese-Chinese topping labels make first-time visits stress-free.
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Zhang Liang Malatang is a global malatang chain with over 6,000 locations across China, now expanding into Japan through a franchise model — with its 10th Japanese location signed in 2026. The signature broth is a beef-bone base prepared fresh daily, layered with more than 10 spices and Sichuan peppercorns. Guests can choose from 7 soup styles including Hong Guo (dry-style), Mao Cai, tomato, and mushroom, with over 50 fresh ingredients to build their bowl.
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A malatang specialty shop near Nishi-Kawaguchi Station. The rich pork bone-based broth packs a solid punch even at medium spice. The signature deep-fried stinky tofu — crispy outside with a savory sauce — is a must-try alongside your malatang.
埼玉県 川口市
Nearest: 西川口駅 (2 min walk)
A prime location just a 1-minute walk from Nishi-Kawaguchi Station's west exit. Choose freely from around 50 ingredients by weight; four soup options — spicy malatang, beef bone, tomato, and dry-mixed; and noodles from knife-cut, corn, or beef tendon varieties.
埼玉県 川口市
Nearest: 西川口駅 (1 min walk)
A Sichuan malatang specialty shop a 2-minute walk from the west exit of Nishikawaguchi Station. Self-serve style — pick your ingredients with tongs freely — starting from 780 yen.
埼玉県 川口市
Nearest: 西川口駅 (2 min walk)
The popular chain that started in Takadanobaba has expanded to Nishi-Kawaguchi. At ¥400 per 100g with free noodles included, pricing significantly undercuts larger chains. The simple setup lets you choose between instant noodles or vermicelli as your base.
埼玉県 川口市
Nearest: 西川口駅 (3 min walk)
A malatang shop in Nishi-Kawaguchi with a loyal repeat-customer base. Generous portions of rich broth with pay-by-weight ingredients that are more affordable than they look. The extra-spicy level delivers a double punch of heat and numbing Sichuan pepper that satisfies even dedicated spice lovers.
埼玉県 川口市
Nearest: 西川口駅 (2 min walk)
A malatang specialist that opened in February 2025. By-weight pricing at 350 yen per 100g (300g minimum), with a bone broth base. A 6-minute walk from Nishi-Kawaguchi Station's west exit; compact shop with around 10 seats.
埼玉県 川口市
Nearest: 西川口駅 (5 min walk)
