Chikawa Ramen Pork at Go Ikebukuro
Location: Ikebukuro PARCO Main Building, 1 Chome-28-2 Minamiikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo 171-0022, Japan
Ikebukuro PARCO
A themed ramen cafe inspired by the beloved Chiikawa manga, serving tonkotsu ramen inside Ikebukuro PARCO.
A themed ramen cafe inspired by the beloved Chiikawa manga, serving tonkotsu ramen inside Ikebukuro PARCO.
Chikawa Ramen Pork is a character-themed cafe on the eighth floor of Ikebukuro PARCO Main Building, inspired by the ramen shop that appears in Nagano's wildly popular Chiikawa manga. The restaurant serves proper tonkotsu (pork-based) ramen in three sizes named after the main characters: mini for Chiikawa, small for Hachiware, and large for Usagi. Diners eating solo can even be accompanied by a two-dimensional cut-out of their favourite character at the counter.The menu goes beyond ramen, offering character-themed sides, drinks, and limited-edition merchandise that changes with the seasons. Reservations are accepted online, though the venue also issues numbered tickets on busy days from 11:00 onwards. Expect queues during weekends and school holidays.
Located inside Ikebukuro PARCO, the cafe is a short walk from Ikebukuro Station's east exit. Opening hours follow the PARCO building schedule, typically 10:00 to 21:00. It is a limited-time pop-up, so checking the official PARCO website before visiting is advisable.
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Chiikawa Ramen Buta at Parco Ikebukuro It's a Jiro-style ramen, but with a very gentle flavor. Any man who can eat a decent 300g portion can easily finish it!...
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Chikawa Ramen Pork
Chikatsu Ramen Store Entrance
Storefront features a bright yellow facade with illuminated signage reading 'ちくつラーメン豚' (Chikatsu Ramen Pork). Large cartoon character statues line the entrance, including a chef figure and other whimsical figures. A customer enters through glass doors on the left, where merchandise is displayed. Neon signs glow inside, adding to the playful atmosphere.
Ramen Musubi and Black Tea Bottle
A glass with a cute bear illustration labeled 'ラーメン豚' (Ramen Pork) filled with pink liquid, next to a bottle of black tea featuring the same character design.
Beer Mug with Logo
A glass mug filled with beer, featuring a logo that reads 'CHIKAWA RAMEN BUTA' with an illustration of a bear and Japanese characters.
Ramen Bowl with Character Design
A bowl of ramen featuring a character-shaped egg on top, served in a branded bowl with yellow accents and a matching spoon. A small glass of water and a wrapped chopstick rest are visible on an orange table surface.
Chikara Ramen Store Interior Display
Interior view of a Chikara Ramen store featuring large plush character figures on yellow pedestals, wall decals of characters in chef uniforms, and a bright yellow storefront sign with Japanese text above the entrance.
Chikara Ramen Pochi Store Interior
Interior view of a Chikara Ramen store featuring red and yellow decor, cartoon character statues on display, menu boards with Japanese text, and seating areas in the background.
Chiikawa Ramen Shop Wall Art
A yellow wall mural featuring cartoon characters in chef uniforms holding bowls of ramen, with a shop sign above reading 'ちいかわラーメン' (Chikawa Ramen) and the character '豚' (Pig). The scene includes six characters: one behind the counter wearing a mask, others standing or sitting around it, all smiling and holding food.
Chiikawa-themed restaurant interior
Interior shot of a casual dining space featuring red tables and stools, with wall-mounted 3D character figures resembling Chiikawa characters from the Japanese anime series. Speech bubbles in Japanese are attached to the characters. Condiment dispensers, chopsticks, water pitchers, and napkins are visible on tables.
Wall Art Display
A wall-mounted display featuring a large cartoon character in black and yellow with crossed arms, accompanied by a smaller character holding a cup and speech bubbles containing Japanese text.
Ramen Ticket Machine
A yellow and white ticket vending machine displaying options for mini, small, and large ramen bowls with cute animal illustrations. The machine includes slots for bill insertion, change retrieval, and ticket dispensing. A sign above reads 'Lunch' in Japanese characters.
Interior of a Japanese ramen restaurant with cartoon characters on walls and tables.
The image shows the interior of a brightly lit, casual dining establishment featuring red counters and stools. The decor includes large wall decals of cute white bear-like characters eating noodles. Patrons are seated at long communal tables along one side, while others sit at individual booths opposite. On the counter in the foreground are clear plastic water dispensers, napkins, and empty bowls ready for service. Posters and framed artwork hang on beige walls. No menu board is visible.
Interior of a colorful themed restaurant or cafe
The image shows the interior of a brightly lit, modern eatery with an orange and white color scheme. Long red bar-style counters line both sides of the room, each equipped with matching red stools. The walls are decorated with cartoon characters and playful graphics. A large screen on the left wall displays animated content. In the background, additional seating areas and more character art can be seen. There is no visible menu board or exterior storefront signage.
Mikan Soda and Glass Set
A bottle of Mikan Soda with a cute character design on the label, placed next to an empty glass featuring a similar character logo. The background is split between yellow and red sections.
Neon Signage Interior Display
Interior shot showing stacked cardboard boxes on a red shelf below a neon sign featuring Japanese characters and a cartoon character face.
Chika Ramen Set
A table setting featuring a set of Chika Ramen branded items, including chopsticks, napkins, and a small card with the brand logo. The background is red, suggesting a restaurant or cafe environment.
Interior of a Japanese restaurant with themed decor
The image shows the interior of a casual dining establishment, likely serving ramen or similar Japanese food. The walls are decorated with cartoon characters and framed menu items in Japanese. There are red tables with condiments like soy sauce, vinegar, and chopsticks. Posters advertise beer and other offerings.
Red Counter Restaurant Interior
Interior of a Japanese restaurant with red counter seating, cartoon characters on walls, and visible kitchen area in background.
Chikakara Ramen Pig Vending Machine
A yellow vending machine featuring the Chikakara Ramen Pig brand, stocked with bottles of black dragon tea (Kuroshiritsu). The machine is located in a mall setting, near an escalator and other shoppers.
Chiikawa Merchandise Display
A display of Chiikawa character merchandise, including plush toys and figurines, arranged on yellow pedestals in a brightly lit indoor setting. The background features a wall mural with cartoon characters and Japanese text. Shoppers are visible in the foreground.
Chiikawa Ramen Shop Mural
A yellow wall mural featuring cartoon characters resembling Chibi-Kuma and other cute animal figures in chef hats, holding bowls of ramen. The scene includes a stylized shop front with Japanese text 'ちいかわラーメン' (Chikawa Ramen) and the character '豚' (Pig). Characters are depicted eating or serving ramen, creating a playful food-themed advertisement.
Ramen Bowl with Character Design
A close-up of a bowl of ramen featuring bean sprouts, corn kernels, a meatball, and slices of pork belly. A white congee or rice cake shaped like a character's face sits in the broth. The bowl has a yellow patterned rim and rests on a matching saucer with cartoon characters.
Ramen Ticket Machine
A yellow and white ticket vending machine displaying ramen options with cute character illustrations. The top section features a cartoon face and Japanese characters, while the lower part shows selections like 'Mini Ramen', 'Small Ramen', and 'Large Ramen' alongside corresponding character icons.
Kachi Kachi Burger Interior Wall Display
Interior shot of a restaurant featuring three large, mounted character figures on the wall. The characters resemble stylized animals (rabbit, bear, cat) in chef or uniform attire, each holding food items and speaking bubbles with Japanese text. A red alarm light is visible on a counter to the left. In the foreground, part of a table setting with condiments and glasses is seen, along with the tops of customers' heads at the bottom right. A poster with a helmeted figure is partially visible on the far left.
Ramen Neko White Soda Bottle and Glass
A clear glass bottle of white soda with a blue label featuring a cute cat character, placed next to an empty glass with the same cat design on it. The background is split between yellow at the top and red at the bottom.
Wall Art Display
A large cutout illustration of a muscular character wearing a helmet and sunglasses, with crossed arms. A smaller character is visible to the left in a speech bubble.
Restaurant Interior Wall Display
Interior shot of a restaurant wall featuring a cartoon mascot character with speech bubble, vertical menu-style signs listing items like 'Melon Soda', 'Milk Tea', and others in Japanese, plus posters advertising beer and steamed buns on a textured beige wall above red table surface with condiments.
Beer and Cat Character at Red Table
A glass mug of beer with foam sits on a red table next to a cartoon cat cutout wearing a headband. A small card with another character is placed beside the mug. In the background, there are illustrations of food bowls and chopsticks in a container against a red wall.
Neon Signage with Character and Product Boxes
Interior shot showing a wall-mounted neon sign featuring Japanese characters and a cute bear-like character face. Below the sign, shelves display neatly stacked boxes in various colors (pink, gray, yellow, brown). The lighting is warm, highlighting the glow of the neon signs against the beige wall.
Chikago Ramen Store Interior Display
A white wire shelving unit displays various ramen bowls and plates with yellow price tags. A large yellow poster board lists original goods including cups, mugs, t-shirts, and other merchandise. Below is an advertisement for 'Chikago Ramen' featuring a cartoon character and a bowl of ramen priced at ¥1,870.
Store Entrance with Merchandise Display
The image shows the entrance of a shop, likely in a mall or shopping center. There is a yellow sign above the entrance with Japanese characters and a logo. Inside, there are various items on display, including what appears to be food packaging and merchandise. A person wearing a helmet stands near the entrance, possibly as part of the store's branding or promotion. There are also signs and posters providing information about the shop's offerings.
Chikago Ramen Pig Table Setting
Close-up of a table setting at Chikago Ramen, featuring branded napkins, chopsticks, and a glass with the shop's logo. The red table surface and white paper items display Japanese text and a cute pig illustration.
Yellow Chikaraemon Vending Machine
A bright yellow vending machine featuring Chikaraemon branding, stocked with bottled drinks and tea products, located inside a shopping mall near a staircase.
Chikago Ramen Store Interior
Interior view of a Chikago Ramen store featuring cartoon character decorations, including a large mascot figure and wall art with the brand logo and characters in chef attire.
Ramen Shop Entrance with Merchandise Display
A photo showing the entrance of a ramen shop featuring a ticket machine, character cutouts, and merchandise including plush toys and food items on display.
Ramen Shop Interior with Character Wall Decor
Interior of a ramen shop featuring three large wall-mounted character figures resembling Japanese mascots, each holding food items and speaking bubbles with Japanese text. A staff member in black uniform with yellow logo stands near tables set with condiments and chopsticks. Yellow walls with posters on sides.
Ramen Bowl with Cartoon Topping
A close-up of a bowl of ramen featuring a slice of pork topped with a cartoon rabbit-shaped egg, garnished with fried garlic and bean sprouts. The bowl has playful illustrations and Japanese characters on its exterior.
Cat Meal Menu Display
A close-up of a yellow menu board featuring cat-themed food items, including ramen and drinks, with prices in yen.
Red-themed restaurant interior with cartoon characters
Interior of a brightly lit eatery featuring red counters and stools, cartoon character decorations on walls, staff in the background, and promotional posters.
Ramen Shop Interior Wall Display
Interior wall of a ramen shop featuring vertical menu signs with Japanese and English text, including items like 'Milk Tea', 'Melon Soda', 'White Soda', 'Hokkaido Beer', 'Black Dragon Tea', 'Live Beer', 'Nimen Pork Miso', 'Nimen Pork Small', and 'Nimen Pork Large'. A poster on the left advertises live beer at ¥935 (tax included). On the right, there is a cartoon character holding a bowl. Below, two white posters display additional information: one mentions 'No Steaks' and another shows an illustration of a cat face.
Ramen Shop Interior with Character Display
A glass mug of beer sits on a red table in front of a cartoon cat character cutout. The mug has a logo that reads 'KANTO' and includes an illustration of a bowl of ramen. A small yellow card is placed near the base of the mug, featuring Japanese characters and possibly a price or description.
PARCO Card and Service Information Display
A close-up view of a red counter displaying informational signs in Japanese. On the left, a sign promotes PARCO cards with various payment logos including ICBC, UnionPay, and others. Next to it is another sign detailing parking service information with icons for different areas like entrance/exit and restrooms. A small plush toy sits on top of a black box behind these signs. To the right, there's a green price list showing rental prices for items at ¥500 and ¥200 respectively.
Chikawara Vending Machine
A yellow vending machine featuring Chikawara (Little Ramen Pig) branding, offering black dragon tea and other beverages. The machine includes a digital display, payment options, and a product selection area with multiple bottles visible.
Neon Signage with Character
A wall-mounted neon sign featuring a yellow cartoon character face below red and blue Japanese text, likely indicating a restaurant or shop interior display.
Chikara Ramen Pig Packaging
A set of Chikara Ramen Pig branded items including chopsticks, a napkin, and a wrapped food item, all featuring the brand's logo and name in Japanese.
Bowl with character design
A white bowl featuring a yellow patterned rim and a cartoon character logo inside, placed on a wooden table next to a wrapped item.
Chikku Ramen Shop Scene
A group of cute, cartoonish animal characters dressed in chef uniforms are gathered around a small food stall or counter. They appear to be enjoying ramen bowls. The background features a yellow wall with decorative patterns and clouds.
Cat-themed merchandise display
A white wire shelving unit displays various cat-themed items including bowls, plates, glasses, and small figurines. Yellow price tags are attached to each item. A poster on the right features a cartoon cat character with Japanese text.
Bowl of Cabbage Soup with Garlic
A close-up photo of a white bowl filled with a savory soup, topped generously with shredded cabbage and minced garlic. The bowl sits on a metal saucer with some broth spilled around the base. In the background, there is a blurred view of a restaurant interior, including another bowl and part of a TV screen.
Drinks and Merchandise Display
A display of five bottled drinks and one glass mug, arranged on an orange surface against a matching orange backdrop with cartoon character cutouts. Below the bottles are twelve small cards featuring cute animal characters.
Ramen Shop Interior Display
Interior view of a ramen shop featuring three large, cartoonish mascot figures on yellow pedestals in the foreground. Behind them is a wall mural depicting characters at a counter with Japanese text above. The ceiling has recessed lighting and ventilation grilles. A tiled floor extends into the frame.
Chika Ramen Custom Order Sign
A yellow sign with Japanese text and a cartoon character, detailing custom order options for ramen at a shop.
Chikuha Ramen Store Interior Display
Interior view of a ramen shop featuring merchandise displays, including plush characters and apparel. A black t-shirt hangs on a rack near a food machine. Wall art includes cartoon figures in chef attire. Yellow circular platforms hold white character statues. Signage above reads 'ちいかわラーメン豚' (Chikuhara Ramen Pig). No visible menu board.
Drink Menu Board
A close-up of a yellow drink menu board featuring five beverages with Japanese and English labels, prices in yen, and allergy information.
Chikara Ramen Promotion Standee
A yellow promotional standee held by a hand in what appears to be a shopping mall corridor. The standee features the Chikara (a hamster mascot) character wearing a chef's hat and apron, next to an image of cold Chinese noodles. Text includes 'ちいかわラーメン豚' (Chiikawa Ramen Pork), '期間限定' (Limited Time), '冷やし中華' (Cold Chinese Noodles), '麺200g', price '1,760円(税込)', and mentions of 'United Chinese noodles'. Background shows tiled floor, wall with red mosaic tiles, and part of a staircase.
Chikawa Ramen Shop Signage
A promotional signboard for Chikawa Ramen, featuring cartoon characters and menu options like Ramen Mini, Ramen Small, and Ramen Big with prices ¥1,540, ¥1,760, and ¥1,980 respectively. Additional items include various drinks and original goods such as mugs and t-shirts.
Ramen Menu Flyer
A hand holds a yellow laminated menu board featuring a cartoon character and ramen bowl illustration. The text includes Japanese characters, prices in yen (1,870円), and promotional details like '期間限定' (limited period). Background shows tiled floor and wooden structure.
Donburi Shop Merchandise Display
A close-up of a yellow catalog displaying original goods from a donburi shop, featuring bowls, cups, and glassware with the shop's logo.
Cold Chinese Noodle Ad
A hanging banner ad featuring a bowl of cold Chinese noodles with cartoon characters, Japanese text promoting a limited-time offer.
Chikamin Ramen Poster and Menu Card
A photo showing a poster featuring Chikamin, a cute character with a peach on its head, holding a cup of ramen. Below the poster is a menu card titled 'Chikamin Ramen Custom Order', listing options to add or remove ingredients like garlic, vegetables, and mayonnaise sauce.
Lunch Menu Poster
A promotional poster featuring a bowl of ramen with toppings like seaweed, carrots, and green onions. The poster includes Japanese text highlighting 'Ramen Pork' and 'Oil Soy Sauce', along with a cartoon character holding a bowl.
Lunch Menu Display
A close-up of a printed menu board featuring ramen and drink options, placed on a red table surface.
Chika Ramen Cat Custom Order Sign
A yellow wall-mounted sign with Japanese text and cartoon cat illustrations, advertising a custom order option for ramen at a shop called Chika Ramen Cat (ちいかわラーメン豚). The sign lists four customization options: adding garlic, choosing or increasing vegetables, choosing or increasing fat, and adding soy sauce-based karamen. It notes these are free and the soup already contains garlic.
Restaurant Menu Display
A close-up view of a printed menu featuring various Japanese dishes and restaurant advertisements. Visible items include 'Sabay', 'Roast Beef Burger YOSHIMI', 'Chikawara Ramen', and 'Ooyama'. The layout includes colorful illustrations, food photos, and contact details.
Chika Ramen Custom Order Sign
A yellow sign with a cartoon character and Japanese text, detailing custom order options for ramen including adding garlic, adjusting vegetables or fat content, and choosing sauce type.
Chikara Ramen Custom Order Sign
A yellow sign with a cartoon cat character and Japanese text, detailing custom order options for ramen including adding garlic, extra vegetables or fat, and making it spicy with soy sauce.
Chikawara Ramen Custom Order Sign
A yellow signboard with Japanese text and illustrations of a cute character, detailing custom order options for ramen such as adding garlic, extra vegetables or fat, and spicy sauce. Below the sign is a metal container holding wooden chopsticks and a small display stand featuring merchandise items.
Chikara Ramen Menu Board
A yellow menu board featuring three cute cartoon characters representing different ramen sizes (mini, small, big) with prices and descriptions in Japanese.
Chikakara Ramen Shop Interior
A red-themed dining table setup featuring Chikakara Ramen branding, including a cartoon cat character, chopsticks, napkins, and condiments.
Ramen Shop Interior Wall Display
A yellow wall inside a ramen shop featuring multiple framed signs with Japanese text, likely listing menu items or promotions. Two cartoon character cutouts are mounted on the wall—one on the left and one on the right. A poster of beer is also visible below the middle section.
Kun's Ramen Shop Interior Wall Display
Interior wall of a ramen shop featuring a pink cartoon character poster, a yellow informational sign about ordering rules with numbered steps and illustrations, and partial views of other characters at the bottom. No exterior signage or storefront visible.
Chikawa Ramen Set Display
A table display featuring a bowl of ramen with Chikawa character garnish, branded napkins, chopsticks, soy sauce bottle, and drink glasses. Background includes a large Chikawa illustration eating noodles and informational posters on the red wall.
Chikara Ramen Cat Custom Order Sign
A yellow sign with a cartoon cat character and Japanese text, detailing custom order options for ramen including adding nori, extra vegetables or fat, and adding soy sauce to make karaame.
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