Ramen & Noodles · Jimbocho

Chuka Soba Ikyo (Jimbocho) 中華そば伊峡

A Jimbocho bookstreet favourite since 1966, serving textbook Tokyo shoyu chuka soba and a famous fried rice to students and booksellers at low prices.

HoursMon-Fri 11:00-19:00, Sat 11:00-18:00 (approx.)

ClosedSundays and public holidays

PriceChuka soba: ¥650
Fried rice: ¥750

Getting thereJimbocho Station (Hanzomon / Mita / Shinjuku Line), Exit A5, 3 min

Time needed30-45 minutes

Best timeWeekday 14:00-17:00

Address1-17 Kanda-Jimbocho, Chiyoda City, Tokyo

About

Ikyo opened in 1966 just off Suzuran-dori in Jimbocho, Tokyo's secondhand book district, and is often cited as a model of 'Tokyo ramen': a clear, soy-forward broth of chicken and pork bones, thin curly noodles, chashu, menma and nori, served fast and cheap. The other reason to come is the fried rice, and many regulars order a ramen with half fried rice. The room is plain and turnover is brisk, with university students and book-dealers sharing the counter. It is the perfect refuel between bookshops.

Highlights

Jimbocho fixture since 1966
Textbook clear Tokyo shoyu chuka soba
Popular fried rice and ramen sets
Low prices in the heart of the book district
Quick turnover, solo-friendly counter

Tips

Order ramen plus half fried rice
Closed Sundays
Lunch peak 12:00-13:00 is busy with students
Combine with Jimbocho's bookshops and curry houses

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