COCOYA 2号店 korean izakaya at Ikebukuro, Tokyo

A neon-lit Korean izakaya in west Ikebukuro, serving cheese-chukmi and all-you-can-drink plans.

COCOYA's second Ikebukuro branch is a Korean izakaya that opened in October 2024, a short walk from the station's C2 exit. The room leans hard into the feel of a Seoul night out, with neon signage, K-pop music videos on the screens and cute Korean illustrations on the walls, so stepping inside feels a little like crossing to Seoul. It is the sister of the established COCOYA main shop, aimed at diners who want the same authentic atmosphere in a newer setting. The menu specialises in Korean iron-plate cooking, with a cheese-laden baby-octopus chukmi stir-fry as the signature, alongside a cheese and corn butter chukmi and a Busan-style nakgopse hotpot of octopus, horumon and shrimp. Fried chicken in several glazes, kimbap and marinated shrimp starters fill out the table, and an all-you-can-drink plan covers beer, chamisul, makgeolli and fruit soju over a generous window. Lunch and dinner both run, with student discounts on weekdays and PayPay accepted. For a lively, photogenic Korean night out without leaving Ikebukuro, COCOYA's second branch delivers the goods. The friendly staff and upbeat soundtrack make it a natural pick for a group celebration or a casual catch-up. Gather your friends, order the cheese chukmi and let the evening run its course.