Nishi-chan
Opened in December 2016, “Nishi-chan” has a retro atmosphere reminiscent of a traditional ramen shop.
The basic menu’s soy sauce ramen is offered at a “one-coin” price of 500 yen, allowing you to enjoy an orthodox ramen.
The soup is primarily based on seafood such as niboshi (dried sardines) and fushi (dried bonito), with chicken and pork adding depth.
The noodles are high-hydration, flat, medium-thin, curly noodles from Mikawaya Seimen, known for their springy texture.
Table of Contents
- Store Overview
- Basic Information
- Instant Ramen Introduction
- Google Review Analysis
- Summary and Recommendations
Store Overview
Features and Commitment
- Opened in December 2016, “Nishi-chan” has a retro atmosphere reminiscent of a traditional ramen shop.
- The basic menu’s soy sauce ramen is offered at a “one-coin” price of 500 yen, allowing you to enjoy an orthodox ramen.
- The soup is primarily based on seafood such as niboshi (dried sardines) and fushi (dried bonito), with chicken and pork adding depth.
- The noodles are high-hydration, flat, medium-thin, curly noodles from Mikawaya Seimen, known for their springy texture.
Basic Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Address | 4-42-7 Minami-Nagasaki, Toshima-ku, Tokyo 171-0052, Japan |
| Access |
3-minute walk from Higashi-Nagasaki Station on the Seibu Ikebukuro Line (230m)
8-minute walk from Ochiai-Minami-Nagasaki Station on the Toei Oedo Line (580m) 15-minute walk from Senkawa Station on the Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line (1.1km) |
| Phone Number | 03-3951-0155 |
| Business Hours | Wednesday-Sunday: 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Regular Holidays | Mondays and Tuesdays |
| Special Holidays/Temporary Closures | None |
| Seating and Facilities | 7 seats, counter seating available |
| Smoking/Non-Smoking | Non-smoking |
| Parking | None |
| Official SNS | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ramen_nishichyan_2016/ |
| Official Website | None |
| Other Gourmet Sites |
Tabelog:
https://tabelog.com/tokyo/A1321/A132101/13205117/
Google Map: https://maps.google.com/?cid=8677967854956545049 |
Main Menu
| Recommendation | Category | Menu Item | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| ★ | Ramen | All Toppings Ramen | ¥850 |
| Ramen | All Toppings Yuzu Salt Ramen | ¥950 | |
| Topping | Large Serving | ¥150 | |
| Other | Receipt | - | |
| Ramen | Char Siu Tantanmen | ¥1,350 | |
| Topping | Extra Noodles | ¥150 | |
| Appetizer | Appetizer Wonton or 3-piece Set | ¥550 | |
| ★ | Ramen | Soy Sauce Ramen | ¥700 |
| Rice Dish | Rice | ¥200 | |
| Set Menu | Wonton Rice Set | ¥400 | |
| Ramen | Char Siu Ramen | ¥1,100 | |
| Ramen | Char Siu Miso Ramen | ¥1,200 | |
| Rice Dish | Small Rice | ¥100 | |
| Drinks | Canned Beer, Highball, Sour, Imo Shochu | ¥450 | |
| ★ | Ramen | Shrimp Wonton Ramen | ¥950 |
| Side Dish | 3 Slices of Grilled Pork | ¥400 | |
| Rice Dish | Grilled Pork Bowl | ¥500 | |
| Drinks | Large Bottle Beer | ¥650 | |
| Ramen | Ginger Ramen | ¥850 | |
| Topping |
Any Topping
(Seasoned Egg, Ginger, Menma, 4 sheets of Nori, 1 slice of Grilled Pork) |
¥150 | |
| Rice Dish | Minced Meat Bowl | ¥500 | |
| Drinks | Cola | ¥250 |
Instant Ramen Introduction
Currently, there is no information on instant ramen sales.
Google Review Analysis
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating (★) | 4.3 / 5.0 |
| Number of Reviews | 268 |
(As of October 19, 2025)
Positive Review Trends
- The light soup is delicious.
- High cost performance.
- The char siu is fragrant and delicious.
- The wontons are filled with plump shrimp.
Areas for Improvement/Negative Review Trends
- The restaurant is small.
- The floor is slippery with oil.
- The spoon was dirty.
Summary and Recommendations
Recommended for:
- People who like light soy sauce ramen.
- Those who prioritize cost performance.
- People who enjoy the atmosphere of a traditional ramen shop.
Tips for Visiting:
- The restaurant is small with only about 8 counter seats, so it is not suitable for large groups.
- If you sit near the entrance, you will need to move to let people in and out.
- Be careful as the floor can be slippery.