Mutekiya
RamenKanto(Tokyo)
Price Range
Budget(¥850 — ¥1,300)
Opening Hours
10:30-22:00
Reservation
Walk-in OK
Ikebukuro's perennially popular ramen shop with rich tonkotsu-shoyu broth and char siu.
Mutekiya is one of Ikebukuro's most popular ramen shops, drawing constant lines for its rich, creamy tonkotsu shoyu ramen. The broth is simmered for hours to achieve a deep, porky flavor balanced with soy sauce. With generous toppings of chashu, nori, and a perfectly soft-boiled egg, each bowl is a hearty, satisfying meal. The shop has been an Ikebukuro landmark for over two decades.
Signature Dish
Tonkotsu-shoyu ramen with soft-boiled egg
Menu Highlights
Tonkotsu shoyu ramen; Hon-futoshi ramen (extra thick); Ajitama ramen; Gyoza dumplings; Chashu rice bowl
Access
3-minute walk from JR Ikebukuro Station East Exit. Located on the main street heading towards Sunshine City.
Tips for Visitors
Queue times average 20-40 minutes. Open from 10:30 to late night (around 4:00 AM). Order from the vending machine outside. Mid-afternoon (14:00-17:00) is the least crowded time.