Chigonoki
中華そば 児ノ木
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Locally validated · 3 sources
Nearest
Ochiai Sta. · 7 min walk
Spend
￥￥
Booking
Walk-ins welcome
English
Japanese only
What to know
Chigonoki's Seabura Niboshi Ramen is not as heavy as one might expect from a rich broth, according to nekozawa【Japan gourmet】 (@foodingnekozawa). This ramen shop near Ochiai Station specializes in Seabura Niboshi Ramen, a style known for its rich pork back fat and dried sardine broth. You order directly from a ticket machine, making the process efficient for walk-in diners. The restaurant focuses on ramen, tsukemen, and abura soba. Their signature Seabura Niboshi Ramen features a broth with a deep niboshi flavor. The noodles are described as chewy. Char siu comes in three slices, with the first bite offering a different sensation than the last. It provides a casual setting for solo dining.
From creators
1 creator post · overwhelmingly positive
The space
A relaxed, counter-focused room where ordering is done via a ticket machine upon entry.
What to order
Best for
Solo diners and food enthusiasts seeking a quick, focused meal around Seabura Niboshi Ramen.
Before you go
- Order using the ticket machine upon entry.
Common questions
Can I walk in without a reservation?
Chigonoki is walk-in friendly. You order using a ticket machine upon arrival.
How close is the nearest station?
The restaurant is five minutes from Ochiai Station and five minutes from Shimo-Ochiai Station. Takadanobaba Station is a 15-minute walk.
What is the price range?
A meal at Chigonoki costs approximately 1,000 yen per person.
What are the operating hours?
Chigonoki is closed on Mondays.
What did nekozawa (@foodingnekozawa) say about the Seabura Niboshi Soba?
The creator noted the Seabura Niboshi Soba (背脂煮干しそば) was not as heavy as expected, making it easy to eat. They also mentioned the chewy noodles and the three slices of chashu served with the standard order.