Rokubo Tantanmen
六坊担担面
Overview
Roku-bo Tantanmen, a specialty Tantanmen restaurant, is conveniently located on the 1st floor of Rakuenn Town Ikebukuro, just a 3-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station East Exit and a 1-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Exit 40. Sharing the same tenant is "Mukan," a specialty oyster shio ramen shop, making this a prime location to enjoy authentic Tantanmen very close to Ikebukuro Station. The three signature Tantanmen dishes are Japanese-style Soup-less Tantanmen (with a soft-boiled egg) for 1220 yen, Chengdu-style Soup-less Tantanmen, and Tantanmen with Soup. The Japanese-style version is tailored to local tastes, characterized by a rich, savory, and spicy sauce combined with thick-medium straight noodles. The Chengdu-style is an authentic rendition, allowing you to choose with cilantro, recreating the flavors of authentic Sichuan cuisine. The soup and sauce are crafted with layers of rich sesame, fragrant chili oil, and the numbing sensation of huajiao (Sichuan pepper). You can orally specify your preferred level of spiciness (辛さ) and numbness (痺れ) from 5 stages (0-5). Level 3 is the recommended balance, while Level 5 is for those who enjoy intense spiciness. They can also accommodate Level 0 for no spiciness, catering to a wide range of preferences from those sensitive to spice to dedicated enthusiasts. Toppings include minced meat (with savory spicy sauce), bok choy, green onions, a soft-boiled egg (for Japanese-style), and cilantro (when choosing Chengdu-style). The noodles are medium-thick and straight, featuring a smooth and chewy texture due to their high water content, and they excellent absorb the chili oil sauce. A unique feature is the provision of iced oolong tea with plenty of ice instead of plain water, offering a refreshing reset for a numbed palate. Table condiments include black vinegar, chopped garlic, fermented tofu (furu), and a pink seasoning, offering great freedom to customize your flavor. A popular custom among regulars is to add a small bowl of rice to the remaining sauce after finishing the noodles.
How to Order
1Before Entering
This tantanmen specialty shop is located on the 1st floor of Rakuen Town Ikebukuro (same tenant as Mukan), a 3-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station East Exit and a 1-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Exit 40. Open continuously from 11:00 to 21:00 (L.O. 20:30). Wait times are minimal before 6 PM on weekdays, around 15 minutes for 2 people at 7 PM on weekday evenings, and about 10 minutes after drinks on Saturdays. Although it gets a bit crowded during peak hours, turnover is good. Convenient for when you miss lunchtime due to its continuous operation.
2Purchasing Tickets and Ordering
Purchase meal tickets from the vending machine at the shop entrance. Signature dishes include Japanese style soup-less tantanmen (with soft-boiled egg) 1220 yen, Chengdu style soup-less tantanmen (can choose with cilantro), and soup tantanmen, as well as rice dishes. When handing your ticket to the staff, verbally specify your preferred spiciness and numbing level from 0 to 5 for each. Level 0 means no spiciness, level 3 is the recommended balance, and level 5 is for those who prefer intense spiciness. The numbing sensation comes from Sichuan peppercorns (huajiao), and even level 3 has a noticeable presence. Payment is cash only; cards, e-money, and QR payments are not accepted.
3Seating and Receiving Your Order
There are 8 counter seats (3+5 seats) with a simple setup. A distinctive feature is the serving of iced Oolong tea instead of plain water, which is perfect for a numbed mouth. Orders are generally served within 5-10 minutes.
4Other Notes
Black vinegar, minced garlic, fermented tofu (fuyu), pink seasoning, and paper aprons are available on the table. For the Japanese style soup-less tantanmen, the minced meat and savory-spicy sauce collect at the bottom, so it is recommended to mix the noodles thoroughly before eating. You can further enjoy it by adding black vinegar, soft-boiled egg, or minced garlic halfway through to change the flavor. After finishing the noodles, a common practice among regulars is to add a small portion of rice to the remaining sauce to finish the meal.
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六坊担担面@池袋
— 赤池洋文 (@ekiaka) January 10, 2026
【日式】汁なし担々麺
渡なべ 系列の担々麺専門店
芝麻醤をベースに
本格的なスパイス感も立てつつ
日本人に受けるレベルに
絶妙に落とし込み
挽肉 海老 ナッツは
味と見た目 両方の観点から
見事な仕事をしている
モチモチの中太麺との相性も◎
美味い！
コレ 好きなんだよなー pic.twitter.com/sLTrnEKYuD
六坊担担面@池袋
— ポンポコまる (@ponpokomaru510) December 2, 2024
池袋の個人的優良店
駅近・混まない・美味しいの三拍子😋
日式汁なし担々麺の完成度は本当に秀逸
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| Lunch | Afternoon | Dinner | Late night | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekday | No waitRef. | No waitRef. | Up to 15 minRef. | - |
| Weekend | - | - | - | Up to 15 minRef. |
* Dashed cells = reference data from past visit examples (replaced once enough reviews arrive)
Dietary Notes
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This information is based on user reports and is not official information from the shop. Cross-contamination in the cooking environment cannot be guaranteed. If you have severe allergies, please confirm directly with the shop.
Animal-free menu available
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