Pochapocha Korean Restaurant
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A warm and lively Korean dining spot tucked into the quiet residential streets of Nogata, Nakano. The interior has a casual, izakaya-like feel with wooden tables, low lighting, and Korean pop music creating an easy-going atmosphere perfect for groups or couples. The kitchen focuses on authentic home-style Korean cooking — expect bold flavors from dishes like samgyeopsal, kimchi jjigae, and Korean fried chicken. An approachable neighborhood gem that pairs hearty food with soju and makgeolli.
Address
Japan, 〒165-0027 Tokyo, Nakano City, Nogata, 6-chōme−30−３０ 北原通り
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Hours
Today
Opens soon17:00 – 23:30
Monday
17:00 – 23:30
Tuesday
17:00 – 23:30
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
17:00 – 23:30
Friday
17:00 – 23:30
Saturday
12:00 – 23:30
Sunday
12:00 – 22:00
Features
Reservations recommendedCredit cards acceptedNon-smokingCasual, lively Korean izakaya vibeGroups, couples, casual diningTable seatingAuthentic Korean home-style cookingSoju, makgeolli, Korean beer
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Menu
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Grilled Meat & Hotplate
Jjigae & Soups
Rice Dishes
Noodle Dishes
Starters & Small Plates
Drinks
Grilled Meat & Hotplate
Samgyeopsal
Thick-cut grilled pork belly cooked on a tabletop iron plate, served with perilla leaves, garlic, sliced onion, and ssamjang dipping paste. Wrap in lettuce for the full Korean experience.
¥1,280
Bulgogi
Thinly sliced beef marinated in a sweet-savory sauce of soy sauce, pear, sesame oil, and garlic, then stir-fried with onions and spring onions. Tender and aromatic.
¥1,380
Galbi (Short Ribs)
Beef short ribs marinated in a classic Korean soy-based sauce with garlic, ginger, and sesame, then grilled over charcoal. Juicy and deeply flavored with a slight char.
¥1,580
Dak Galbi (Spicy Chicken)
Stir-fried chicken thigh with gochujang chili paste, sweet potato, cabbage, and tteok rice cakes on a sizzling iron plate. A bold, spicy, and satisfying dish.
¥1,180
Jjigae & Soups
Kimchi Jjigae
Hearty stew made with well-fermented kimchi, pork belly, tofu, and gochugaru in a rich, spicy broth. Served bubbling hot in a stone pot. A Korean comfort food classic.
¥980
Sundubu Jjigae (Soft Tofu Stew)
Silky soft tofu simmered in a fiery red broth with clams, pork, and vegetables, finished with a raw egg cracked in at the table. Spicy, creamy, and deeply warming.
¥980
Dwaeji Gukbap (Pork Soup with Rice)
A Busan-style pork bone broth soup with tender sliced pork and rice, served with kimchi and seasoning on the side. Clean, milky broth with rich depth.
¥880
Oxtail Soup
Slow-simmered oxtail in a clear, rich broth seasoned simply with salt and green onion. A restorative and deeply savory Korean soup best enjoyed with steamed rice.
¥1,080
Rice Dishes
Bibimbap
A bowl of steamed rice topped with seasoned namul vegetables (spinach, bean sprouts, carrots), marinated beef, a fried egg, and gochujang paste. Mix together before eating.
¥980
Dolsot Bibimbap (Stone Pot)
The classic bibimbap served in a searing hot stone pot that crisps the bottom layer of rice into a golden crust. Topped with vegetables, beef, egg, and gochujang.
¥1,180
Korean Fried Rice
Wok-fried rice with kimchi, spam, scrambled egg, and sesame oil, finished with a drizzle of gochujang. Smoky, savory, and lightly spicy.
¥880
Noodle Dishes
Japchae
Stir-fried glass noodles (dangmyeon sweet potato starch) with beef, spinach, mushrooms, and colorful vegetables in a light soy-sesame sauce. Slightly sweet and very satisfying.
¥1,080
Naengmyeon (Cold Noodles)
Chilled buckwheat noodles in a tangy beef-based broth, topped with pickled radish, sliced cucumber, pear, and a boiled egg. Refreshing and slightly sour — a summer favorite.
¥980
Korean Ramyeon
Spicy Korean-style instant noodles cooked fresh with kimchi, pork, and vegetables in a bold gochujang broth. Optionally topped with a poached egg and green onion.
¥780
Starters & Small Plates
Tteokbokki (Spicy Rice Cakes)
Chewy cylindrical rice cakes and fish cake slices simmered in a sweet-spicy gochujang sauce. A beloved Korean street food snack with a sticky, bold flavor.
¥780
Haemul Pajeon (Seafood Pancake)
A crispy, golden savory pancake loaded with squid, shrimp, and green onions, served with a soy-vinegar dipping sauce. Crisp on the outside, tender within.
¥880
Kimchi Pajeon (Kimchi Pancake)
A savory Korean pancake made with well-fermented kimchi and sliced pork. Crispy edges, tangy flavor, and a satisfying chew. Great for sharing.
¥780
Yangnyeom Chicken (Korean Fried Chicken)
Crispy double-fried chicken pieces coated in a sweet and spicy gochujang-based glaze, garnished with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onion.
¥1,080
Kimchi Assortment
A plate of house-made kimchi varieties including baechu kimchi (napa cabbage), kkakdugi (radish cubes), and oi sobagi (stuffed cucumber). Fermented, funky, and essential.
¥680
Spicy Octopus Stir-fry
Tender sliced octopus stir-fried with gochujang, garlic, and spring onions in a fiery red sauce. A chewy, spicy dish that pairs perfectly with cold beer or soju.
¥980
Cheese Dak Galbi (Half Portion)
The classic spicy stir-fried chicken with a generous topping of melted mozzarella cheese. The creamy cheese balances the heat of the gochujang beautifully.
¥980
Drinks
Soju (Chamisul)
Korea's most iconic spirit — a smooth, clear distilled liquor with mild sweetness, typically around 16-25% ABV. Served chilled by the bottle.
¥680
Makgeolli (Korean Rice Wine)
Traditional Korean unfiltered rice wine with a milky white color, slightly sweet-sour-fizzy taste, and low alcohol content. Served chilled in a kettle with bowls.
¥780
Korean Beer (Hite)
A crisp and refreshing Korean lager with a clean finish, perfect for pairing with spicy Korean grilled dishes. Served in a chilled bottle.
¥600
Somaek (Soju-Beer Cocktail)
A popular Korean drinking culture staple — soju mixed directly into a glass of beer in a specific ratio for a lighter, sessionable drink. Refreshing and very moreish.
¥750