CoCo Ichibanya Akihabara
CurryKanto(Tokyo)
Price Range
Budget(¥700 — ¥1,500)
Opening Hours
10:00-23:00
Reservation
Walk-in OK
Japan's largest curry chain offering customizable spice levels, rice amounts, and toppings.
CoCo Ichibanya is Japan's largest curry chain, and the Akihabara branch caters to the district's otaku culture with an energetic atmosphere. The restaurant is famous for its highly customizable curry—diners choose their spice level (1-10), rice amount, and from over 40 toppings. The Japanese-style curry is thick, mild, and comforting, representing the everyday comfort food beloved across Japan.
Signature Dish
Pork Katsu Curry
Menu Highlights
Pork katsu curry; Cheese curry; Roasted chicken curry; Sausage and egg curry; Grand Mother curry (seasonal)
Access
2-minute walk from JR Akihabara Station Electric Town Exit. Located on Chuo-dori, the main avenue of Akihabara.
Tips for Visitors
Open from morning to late night. Rarely a long wait due to quick turnover. Budget ¥700-1,200. Spice level 3 is a good starting point for most visitors. English picture menu available. Toppings can be combined freely.