Koraku
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Koraku is a beloved neighborhood Chinese diner (machi-chuka) that has served the Nogata community since 1950. The compact dining room seats 26 across red-topped tables and a counter, with a worn-in, unpretentious atmosphere straight out of postwar Tokyo. Run by an elderly couple, the kitchen turns out generous portions of classic Chinese-Japanese comfort food — the house-famous Jumbo Ramen and robust fried rice are local staples. Meals draw a loyal lunchtime crowd, so expect a full room on weekdays.
Address
Japan, 〒165-0027 Tokyo, Nakano City, Nogata, 6-chōme−25−１４ ＴＪフラット
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Hours
Today
Open now11:45 – 20:45
Monday
11:45 – 20:45
Tuesday
11:45 – 20:45
Wednesday
11:45 – 20:45
Thursday
Closed
Friday
11:45 – 20:45
Saturday
11:45 – 20:45
Sunday
11:45 – 20:45
Features
Walk-in onlyCash onlyClassic Tokyo machi-chuka dinerOpen since 1950Counter and table seating (26 seats)Smoking section availableJumbo RamenChinese-Japanese home-style cookingTakeout availableKids friendly
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Menu
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Noodle Dishes
Set Meals
Rice Dishes
Side Dishes
Noodle Dishes
Ramen
Classic Tokyo-style ramen with thin wavy noodles in a light, comforting broth. A neighborhood staple that regulars keep coming back for.
¥680
Jumbo Ramen
The house signature — a generous oversized bowl of ramen with thin wavy noodles in a mellow, nostalgic broth. The large portion makes it a standout value.
Miso Ramen
Ramen in a rich miso-based broth with thin wavy noodles. Hearty and warming, a popular choice among regular diners.
¥830
Tanmen
Ramen noodles served in a light salt-based broth loaded with stir-fried vegetables. A simple, clean-tasting dish popular for its mild flavor.
¥830
Mapo Ramen
Ramen topped with spiced mapo tofu sauce. The richly flavored topping adds depth to the noodle soup and is a customer favorite.
¥830
Bean Sprout Noodle Soup
Ramen noodles in broth topped with a savory starchy sauce and crunchy bean sprouts, often with pork belly. The glossy ankake sauce coats the noodles for a satisfying texture.
Wonton Noodle Soup
Ramen noodles combined with tender pork-filled wontons in a light clear broth. A comforting classic of Chinese-Japanese home cooking.
Cold Chinese Noodles
Chilled ramen-style noodles topped with julienned cucumber, ham, egg, and other toppings, dressed in a tangy sesame or vinegar-soy sauce. A popular summer seasonal dish.
Sauce Yakisoba
Stir-fried noodles with vegetables and meat in a savory Worcestershire-style sauce. A beloved casual dish with a slightly sweet, tangy flavor.
¥680
Set Meals
Daily Special Set Meal
A rotating daily special set that changes each day — past combinations include garlic chive and liver stir-fry with shumai, or fried chicken with mapo tofu. Comes with rice and miso soup. Excellent value for a full meal.
¥900–¥950
Gyoza Set
A set combining gyoza dumplings, a half-size ramen, and rice. A popular and filling combination at a reasonable price.
¥880
Grilled Meat Set
A set meal featuring grilled seasoned beef or pork with rice and a half-size ramen. The half ramen is noted to be the size of a full ramen elsewhere — very generous portions.
¥1,100
Stir-fried Vegetable Set Meal
A set meal centered on a classic stir-fry of mixed vegetables seasoned with soy sauce and oyster sauce, served with rice and miso soup.
Rice Dishes
Fried Rice
Wok-fried rice with egg, green onion, and char siu pork, seasoned boldly with soy sauce and black pepper. Served dome-shaped in the classic Tokyo style, it is one of the most praised dishes by reviewers.
¥770
Japanese Curry Rice
Japanese-style mild curry served over steamed rice. A familiar comfort-food option on the menu.
Steamed Rice
A bowl of plain steamed white rice, available as a side to accompany noodle dishes or stir-fries.
Side Dishes
Pan-fried Gyoza
Pan-fried pork and vegetable dumplings with a flat shape and a strong garlic flavor. The most ordered dish at the restaurant, praised for their crispy bottom and juicy filling.
Deep-fried Gyoza
Gyoza dumplings cooked by deep-frying instead of pan-frying, resulting in a uniformly crispy shell. A popular variation of the restaurant's signature dumplings.
Shumai
Steamed open-top pork dumplings. A classic dim sum staple served as a side dish, often paired with the daily service set.
Sweet and Sour Pork
Deep-fried pork pieces in a sweet and tangy sauce with bell peppers, onion, and pineapple. A much-ordered classic of Chinese-Japanese cooking.
Mapo Tofu
Silken tofu in a lightly spiced meat and bean paste sauce. Made in the accessible machi-chuka style — mild enough for all diners, with a slightly tangy character.
Green Pepper and Beef Stir-fry
Stir-fried beef with green peppers, bamboo shoots, shiitake mushrooms, and carrots in a savory soy-based sauce. The tender beef and crunchy vegetables make it an ideal accompaniment to beer or rice.
¥930
Garlic Chive and Liver Stir-fry
Stir-fried pork or chicken liver with garlic chives in a bold savory sauce. A classic izakaya-style dish that showcases the kitchen's skill with wok cooking.
Japanese Fried Chicken
Juicy deep-fried chicken pieces marinated in a soy-based seasoning. Served freshly fried and often appears as part of the daily service set.
Chinese Omelette
A fluffy egg omelette in the Chinese-Japanese style, often served with a light sauce. A simple, satisfying side dish.