Higashi-Ikebukuro Taishoken
Ikebukuro, Tokyo
The birthplace of tsukemen. Kazuo Yamagishi, the God of Ramen, invented the dipping-noodle style here in 1961, and the shop relocated a short walk from the original site in 2007 after redevelopment.
Nearest station Higashi-Ikebukuro (Yurakucho Line)
Cost ¥
Time needed 1 hour
Best time Weekday lunch
Insider tip
Order the morisoba, the original tsukemen; cash only and closed Wednesdays.
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- How do I get to Higashi-Ikebukuro Taishoken?
- The nearest station is Higashi-Ikebukuro (Yurakucho Line). Higashi-Ikebukuro Taishoken is in Ikebukuro, Tokyo.
- How much does Higashi-Ikebukuro Taishoken cost?
- Higashi-Ikebukuro Taishoken is budget-friendly, marked ¥ on our price scale.
- How long do you need at Higashi-Ikebukuro Taishoken?
- Plan for 1 hour.
- When is the best time to visit Higashi-Ikebukuro Taishoken?
- Weekday lunch.
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