Hanamaru Udon at Go Ikebukuro
Location: Japan, 〒171-0021 Tokyo, Toshima City, Nishiikebukuro, 3 Chome−28−14 東京メトロ池袋駅構内
Ikebukuro, Tokyo
A self-service Sanuki udon chain inside Ikebukuro Station's Echika concourse, serving freshly made noodles from early morning until late at night.
A self-service Sanuki udon chain inside Ikebukuro Station's Echika concourse, serving freshly made noodles from early morning until late at night.
Hanamaru Udon is a popular self-service Sanuki udon chain, and this branch is tucked inside the Echika underground shopping concourse at Ikebukuro Station. The draw here is simplicity and speed: you pick your udon from the menu, choose your tempura toppings and side dishes from the display counter, then pay and sit down to eat. The noodles are freshly made in-store every day, and the signature dashi broth is brewed from a closely guarded recipe.The menu covers all the udon classics, from kake udon in hot broth to bukkake udon with a cool soy-based sauce, plus seasonal specials that rotate throughout the year. Tempura options range from prawn and vegetable to onigiri and croquettes, letting you customise your meal to your appetite and budget. Portions are generous and prices are very reasonable, making it a reliable choice for a quick, satisfying meal.
Opening hours are 7:30 to 23:00 on weekdays and 9:00 to 22:00 on weekends and public holidays, so it covers everything from an early breakfast to a late supper. There are 43 seats, and turnover is quick. The branch is inside the Tokyo Metro station concourse, so it is accessible from the subway ticket gates without exiting the station.
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M*****
Got sick after eating here.
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J*****
Affordable, tasteful budget wise. 😁 Many selections too. …
L*****
Udon with delicious sauce
y***
Good taste.
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Hanamaru Udon
Hana no Udon Storefront
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Hana Udon Storefront
A brightly lit storefront with a wooden facade and glass doors, featuring Japanese signage above the entrance. Large posters display menu items including udon bowls and side dishes.
Hana Maru Udon Storefront
A storefront with a wooden facade and glass doors, featuring illuminated signage reading 'はなまるうどん' (Hana Maru Udon) in orange Japanese characters alongside a stylized flower logo. A red stamp indicates it is the main store ('本店'). Inside, kitchen equipment and staff are visible through the windows. To the right, a vertical menu board displays various noodle dishes with images and descriptions.
Ramen Shop Entrance
A storefront with illuminated signage featuring a red flower logo and Japanese characters. The entrance has glass doors leading into the interior, where menu boards are visible inside. A digital screen displays ramen dishes on the left side of the door frame.
Udon Shop Front
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Hana Onsen Storefront
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Hana Mura Udon Storefront
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Ramen Shop Exterior
A storefront with a wooden facade and glass doors, featuring illuminated signage in Japanese characters above the entrance. A large menu board is displayed on the right side of the shop front.
Ramen Shop Exterior with Menu Display
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Hana Mura Udon Storefront
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Echika Ramen Store Entrance
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Nanao Udon Storefront
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Udon Ticket Sale Signage
A red and white promotional banner is displayed on the glass door of a shop, advertising 'Udon Tickets' available nationwide. The sign highlights that three 300 yen tickets equal 1,500 yen worth of value, which can be exchanged for 1,000 yen in discounts. It mentions limited quantity availability and specifies the usage period from December 11 to January 31, 2020.
Hana Maru Udon Store Entrance
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Ramen Shop Entrance with Menu Board
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Hanaaru Udon Storefront
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Namon Udon Store Entrance
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Hana Maru Udon Storefront
The image shows the exterior entrance of a Japanese udon restaurant called 'Hana Maru Udon' (はなまるうどん). The storefront features illuminated signage with an orange flower logo above the glass doors. Inside, customers are visible near the counter and food preparation area. Posters advertise various udon dishes including miso and tonkotsu styles. A large screen displays promotional content on the left window.
Ramen Bowl with Minced Meat Topping
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Udon Noodle Bowl with Side Dish
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Udon Noodle Bowl with Tempura Side Dish
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Ramen Bowl with Omelette and Side Dish
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Fried Food on Plate
A rectangular white plate with red and blue decorative borders holds two fried food items. On the left is a long, green-battered fried item, possibly a vegetable or fish tempura. On the right is a round, golden-brown fritter made of shredded ingredients like potato or cabbage, garnished with herbs.
Fried Food Display Counter
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Fried Fish on Plate
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Salad and Tempura Dish
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Restaurant Interior with Tables and Condiments
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Udon Shop Interior
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Japanese Noodle Meal with Side Dishes
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Fried Chicken Lunch Set
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Udon Meal with Tempura
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Udon Noodle Bowl with Lemon and Scallions
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Udon Noodle Bowl with Side Dishes
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Udon Noodle Bowl with Toppings
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Salad and Tempura Meal
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Tempura Display Case
A wooden display case filled with various types of tempura, including green vegetables and fried seafood items. Price tags are visible above each section.
Udon Meal with Tempura and Eggs
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Japanese Meal with Udon and Tempura
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Fried Seafood Tempura
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Restaurant Interior with Wash Area and Seating
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Udon with Tempura and Tofu
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Udon Meal with Tempura
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Udon Noodle Bowl with Toppings
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Udon Noodle Bowl with Tempura
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Ramen Bowl with Tempura Side Dish
A bowl of creamy ramen topped with green onions, chili oil, and minced meat, served alongside a piece of golden tempura on a rectangular plate.
Japanese Noodle Bowl with Tempura Side Dish
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Udon Meal with Tempura
A tray containing two bowls of udon noodles topped with green onions and egg, a plate with three pieces of tempura (likely shrimp and fish), and two small fried items. Chopsticks and spoons are placed on the side.
Udon Meal with Tempura and Side Dishes
A tray of Japanese food featuring a bowl of udon noodles topped with green onions, a side dish of dried seaweed (nori), a small container of sauce or condiment, and a rectangular plate holding a breaded cutlet and tempura shrimp.
Restaurant Interior with Water Dispenser
The image shows the interior of a restaurant or dining area. In the foreground, there is a blue water dispenser mounted on a counter next to a dark gray partition wall with Japanese characters (返却口) written in white. Behind this partition, an open kitchen area is visible with stainless steel surfaces and equipment. To the left, several wooden tables and chairs are arranged along the room, each set with condiments and napkin holders. The flooring is light wood laminate, and the ceiling has recessed lighting. A recycling bin sign is visible on the upper right wall.
Fried Food on Plate
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Udon Noodle Bowl with Toppings
A close-up of a bowl of udon noodles topped with shredded green onions, minced garlic, lemon slices, and possibly pork or chicken pieces. The dish is served in a dark ceramic bowl on a textured tray.
Salad and Katsu Sashimi Meal
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Bowl of Noodle Soup with Meat and Vegetables
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Fried Food Display
A display case showcasing various fried foods, including fish paste cake and chicken tempura, with price tags visible.
Udon Meal with Tempura and Fried Cutlet
A Japanese meal featuring a bowl of udon noodles topped with sliced pork, green onions, and fried tofu. Accompanying the main dish are tempura (vegetables), a breaded cutlet, and a wrapped rice ball on a side plate. A glass of water is placed nearby.
Udon Meal with Tempura
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Onsen Oden Buffet Station
A self-service oden buffet station featuring a multi-compartment metal tray filled with simmering ingredients including rolled egg rolls, fish cakes, tofu, noodles, and orange-colored balls (likely tamagoyaki or similar). A smaller container holds skewered items like gyoza or meatballs. Below the main tray is a serving area with ladles, tongs, and stacked white bowls on a black tray. The background includes wooden paneling and a menu board displaying prices for various oden items such as 'Kobu' (150 yen), 'Shiroi' (200 yen), 'Fukujiki' (140 yen), and others.
Tofu Udon Takeout Sign
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Japanese Udon Meal with Tempura and Soup
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Seaweed Soup with Tofu
A bowl of seaweed soup topped with shredded tofu and green onions, served on a textured green tray alongside chopsticks and a ladle.
Udon Noodle Bowl
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Hanamaru Oden Menu Display
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Japanese Skewers and Tempura
A rectangular ceramic plate with blue floral patterns holds two skewers of grilled meat, likely beef or pork, and a large piece of golden-brown tempura, possibly shrimp or vegetable.
Udon and Tempura Meal
A bowl of udon noodles topped with green onions, served alongside a plate of tempura including what appears to be shrimp, vegetable, and possibly fish cake.
Subway Corridor with Shop Front
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Seaweed Salad and Tempura Roll
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Bowl of Udon with Beef and Egg
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Udon Meal with Side Dishes
A tray meal featuring a bowl of udon noodles topped with shredded cheese and green onions, accompanied by a side plate containing tempura shrimp and a long piece of vegetable tempura (possibly broccoli or zucchini), along with a small metal cup likely for soy sauce or broth. A receipt is placed under the tray on a light wooden table.
Dining Area Interior
A clean, modern dining space with light wood flooring and green upholstered bench seating along the walls. Wooden tables are paired with matching chairs. Pendant lights hang above each table. Small potted plants decorate the wall sconces. A red menu board is visible on a counter to the left.
Ramen Bowl with Egg and Greens
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Tori-Sen Chicken Fry Ad
A yellow poster advertising Tori-Sen, a chicken fry shop. It features images of fried chicken dishes with rice and salad, priced at 630 yen plus tax. The ad highlights 'specialty store' offerings and mentions takeout options.
Toro Yume Special Promotion Poster
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Staff Only Notice
A notice taped to a wooden surface, labeled '関係者専用' (Staff Only) in large characters above the paper. The notice is titled 'リニューアルに伴う休業のお知らせ' (Notice of Temporary Closure Due to Renovation). It states that 'はなまるうどん Echika池袋店' (Hanamaru Udon Echika Hashiba Store) will be temporarily closed due to renovation. Contact information and business hours are provided at the bottom.
Salad Bowl Advertisement
A brightly lit illuminated poster featuring a large bowl of mixed greens salad with croutons and dressing, held by chopsticks. The background is green textured fabric on wood surface. Text in Japanese includes price '740円' (tax included) and promotional tag '期間限定'. A small logo appears at bottom left.
Udon Menus Advertisement
A poster advertising udon noodles from Gifu Prefecture, featuring a bowl of white noodles and dipping sauce with side dishes.
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