This week, I had to accompany my mother to the hospital in Musashikoyama, so I will be having more breakfast or lunch there. When I checked my favorite app to decide what to eat, I found that there were overwhelmingly more ramen shops in Musashikoyama. However, I wasn't in the mood for ramen, so I decided to look for something else and settled on this restaurant. Although it's a Chinese restaurant, the exterior of the building looked nice. It was around 1 pm when I arrived, and there was no wait. I ordered the mapo tofu set for 1050 yen. The menu, including daily specials, was quite extensive. I didn't particularly like the taste of the mapo tofu, but the set came with salad, soup, and pickled vegetables, making it a well-rounded lunch with no shortcuts. I think the cost performance is very good. By the time I finished eating, two more groups of customers arrived. It seems to be popular among locals. Thank you for the meal!

On February 12, 2023 (Sunday) for dinner with my partner. We had work in Asagaya in the afternoon. We stopped on the Chuo Line for dinner. We tried a Chinese restaurant on the second floor of a building on Sukippu Street in the north exit of Musashisakai. It's a casual Chinese restaurant, not a typical Chinese set meal place. We ordered two glasses of draft beer, 2 spring rolls (227 yen each), steamed dumplings (10 pieces) (800 yen), mapo tofu (1,182 yen), and stir-fried pork and vegetables (909 yen). The spring rolls were delicious, crispy with a tasty filling. The dumplings had thick skins but were chewy and tasty. The mapo tofu had a generous amount of Sichuan peppercorns, giving it a nice kick. We couldn't resist ordering a half portion of rice (145 yen). The stir-fried pork and vegetables had a strong garlic flavor, and the pork was thinly sliced with a crispy coating. The background music was jazz piano, with Bill Evans and Red Garland playing. Finally, we ordered fried rice (955 yen) which was both fluffy and moist. All the dishes we had today were low in salt but had a good flavor that suited our taste. We had three glasses of draft beer, and the total bill came to 6,870 yen. A great restaurant. We will definitely come back.

Chinese restaurant located on Musashisakai Sukippu Street. Although I am not sure about the current situation, during the self-restraint period, they were selling side dishes outside, showing their efforts. Due to the influence of the coronavirus, even though I have lived in Musashisakai for 4 years, this was my first time using this restaurant. The interior of the restaurant is not as casual as a typical Chinese restaurant, it has a clean and neat atmosphere. They also have a rich lineup of champagne, attracting a slightly more mature clientele. - Cantonese noodles (1200 yen) I like the combination of ramen and sauce in Cantonese noodles. The ingredients are large, and the clear soup looks beautiful. However, the lack of flavor and thickness was a bit disappointing. - Fried rice (1050 yen) Fried rice with plenty of ingredients. I think it would be better if it had a bit more saltiness. - Almond jelly (small, 180 yen) It seems that the lunchtime prices are a bit cheaper. My wife ordered the hot and sour soup noodles, but it was not as expected. The sourness, spiciness, and thickness were all gentle. There were many elderly customers during Saturday lunchtime, so maybe they prefer this kind of gentle flavor. Thank you for the meal.

JR Chuo Line Musashisakai. I thought it was a typical Chinese restaurant when I walked through the door, but it turned out to be a large rotating table authentic Chinese restaurant. The prices and menu were also authentic Chinese. The moyashi soba at "Chuka Ryori Kuran" was 1000 yen. Not because it's authentic Chinese, but because there was no set menu as I had initially imagined. Fortunately, my favorite "moyashi soba" was available, but I wished they had fried rice or gyoza to make it a set menu. I ordered an additional half rice for 160 yen, which made it somewhat closer to a set menu. I was seated at a large rotating table with individual seats. It was a slightly awkward space with a sense of distance between each person. The "moyashi soba" that came out had an elegant appearance. The moyashi was stir-fried with leeks and ground meat, and finely chopped green onions were floating on the surface of the soup. When I took a sip of the soup, it was a light chicken broth. The soy sauce seasoning was delicious and made my throat hum with satisfaction. The oil from stir-frying the vegetables mixed well with the soup, making it very tasty. Not only the appearance but also the taste was refined. It was delicious. The stir-fried moyashi and leeks had a strong flavor, so I enjoyed it even more by putting it on the half rice, turning it into fried rice with moyashi. The noodles were thin egg noodles, perfect for this soup. Since it was a rotating table, the condiments were shared. I added a little vinegar and pepper while considering the people around me. Finally, I enjoyed a slight flavor change and finished my meal. My stomach was full, and I was satisfied with my lunch. The crunchy moyashi on top of the "moyashi soba" was delightful.

It was a visit after a long time with my family. It wasn't too crowded as it was a weekday night. The xiaolongbao was delicious and I ended up having seconds. The meat juice was juicy. The spring rolls had a bit of a strong oil smell. They offer a night set menu for around 1,000 yen, which is quite reasonable. The sweet and sour pork was also delicious. Overall, the dishes had a gentle flavor, different from typical Chinese restaurants.

I used takeout until last year, but finally visited the restaurant after they reopened for dine-in. This longstanding restaurant in Musashisakai, Kolan, is truly exceptional. The spacious interior, large tables, consistent taste, and service make every dish special. I have been a customer for over ten years, and I will continue to patronize this restaurant in the future.

In spring of last year, due to the coronavirus, an emergency declaration was issued, and the restaurant has been closed ever since, only selling bento boxes outside the store. I was disappointed because I loved the hot mapo tofu served inside the restaurant. The bento boxes were delicious but a bit small in portion, so when feeding a family of big eaters, one box was not enough and ended up costing over 1500 yen per person, making dining out seem more cost-effective. I kept asking if they would resume indoor dining, but it was uncertain, so I thought the restaurant was closing for good. When I saw the lunch menu sign, I was thrilled! I found out they had resumed indoor dining since October 5th. I went for lunch immediately. The prices have increased a bit, but it's understandable. The complimentary almond jelly for lunch customers is no longer available, but I am just happy to have hot dishes served inside the restaurant! The long-awaited mapo tofu was delicious as ever! It's my favorite mapo tofu with a kick of Sichuan pepper. Now I know where to go whenever I crave spicy mapo tofu! I have been a regular customer even before the pandemic, and their pork liver with leeks and fried chicken are also delicious. I am so happy to have found a place serving tasty mapo tofu since my favorite restaurant closed. I hope they continue their indoor dining service!

This is a Chinese restaurant facing Skip Street at the north exit of Musashisakai Station. The restaurant is located on the 2nd floor of a building across from the post office. Inside, it has a slightly authentic atmosphere different from typical Chinese restaurants in town. There are 4-seater tables and round tables lined up, with a space at the back for parties as well. Despite the authentic Chinese atmosphere, the lunch prices are around 1,100 yen, which is quite reasonable. The menu includes Cantonese noodles and moyashi soba, but there is no "ramen" listed. Some customers were seen enjoying Shaoxing wine with their lunch. After disinfecting hands, we were seated at a 4-seater table, and my partner ordered ankake yakisoba (1,100 yen) while I ordered the recommended lunch of the day (1,100 yen). The ankake yakisoba arrived in about 7-8 minutes, followed by the recommended lunch. Today's special consisted of spicy fried shrimp and steamed chicken salad, served with soup, rice, and zasai. The ankake yakisoba was said to be tastier than those at local Chinese restaurants. It included various ingredients such as shrimp, squid, pork, bamboo shoots, Chinese cabbage, and wood ear mushrooms. The portion size was a bit on the smaller side. As for my order, it included about 8 shrimp coated in flour and deep-fried, along with vegetables like bell peppers, scallions, enoki mushrooms, paprika, and bamboo shoots. The soy sauce-based flavor had a kick from the spiciness of chili peppers and the numbing sensation of whole peppercorns. The steamed chicken with sesame sauce was enhanced by the presence of pink peppercorns, giving it a refined taste. The soup, with ingredients like Chinese cabbage, had an elegant flavor. While the portion size could be a bit larger, this place is great for when you want a step up from regular Chinese restaurants in town. It might be more suitable for enjoying various dishes with a few people at night while having drinks.

Visited a friend's favorite authentic Chinese restaurant for the first time. Surprisingly, such a good restaurant is located in Musashisakai Station, where I don't often go. The variety of dishes is amazing! I forgot to take photos of all the dishes we ordered, but they were all delicious. (^^) The photos show "sand liver confit," "Bang Bang Ji," and "boiled dumplings." Next time, I want to consult with the staff and try their recommended dishes. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

I went for lunch and had the daily lunch set of mapo tofu. It had a strong flavor of Sichuan pepper, which made the rice very appetizing. The spring rolls as a side dish were freshly fried and delicious. The almond jelly dessert was packed full in the container, giving a great value. The refreshing sweetness of the dessert balanced well with the spiciness of the mapo tofu. I paid with PayPay (credit cards not accepted). Thank you for the meal.

This is a proper Chinese restaurant located on Sukippu Street at the north exit of Musashisakai Station. It's on the second floor of the building in front of the post office. It's about a 3-minute walk from the station. It's not a chain restaurant, so you can enjoy authentic Chinese cuisine. It has a high-end atmosphere, but you can easily have lunch alone during the day. Sharing tables is common here. The lunch menu includes vegetable stir-fry and mapo tofu, and it costs around 1,000 yen with change. The A lunch and B lunch options change daily, so make sure to check the contents before ordering. The daily specials are also displayed on the first floor of the building. On this day, the A lunch included pork and wood ear mushroom stir-fry with shrimp salad. The main dish had a bit less vegetables than I would have liked, but the cooking was still meticulous. Recently, I feel like the quality of meat used in lunch has decreased a bit... maybe due to the current situation. After lunch, you can have almond jelly. You have to go to the corner of the restaurant to get it yourself, so don't forget! During lunchtime, you also have to get your own water refills and tea. Since the consumption tax has increased in October, I feel the prices creeping up when dining in. I think I need to reduce eating out little by little... but I might still go to Mulan (laughs). It's smoke-free during lunchtime, they also serve lunch on weekends, and I'm satisfied with the cost performance of the lunch. I often see people ordering noodles instead of the lunch specials. I might try that next time. The restaurant is a bit dry, but once you get used to it, it becomes more user-friendly. Thank you for the meal! by Suneo

At Mulan, located on the second floor in front of the Musashisakai Kita-guchi Skip Street Shopping District and the post office, I had the sweet and sour pork set meal and Canton noodles. The sweet and sour pork is made with black vinegar and contains plenty of pork and vegetables, making it a delicious dish that goes well with rice. The accompanying shrimp spring rolls are also delicious. The Canton noodles are also hearty with plenty of ingredients like Chinese ham. Due to COVID-19, side dishes and other items are available for purchase at the store, but I would prefer to dine in.

A few minutes walk from Musashisakai Station. Located along a shopping street at the exit where McDonald's is, but the restaurant is on the second floor so be sure not to miss it by paying attention to the sign on the left side of the road. Visited for dinner before heading to a client meeting. They offer dinner sets which include a main dish, side dish, soup, and pickled vegetables. Chose a stir-fry dish with pork, eggs, and mushrooms for the main, and crab omelette for the side. It cost around 1500 yen. In short, I felt the quality was good. The pork was not thinly sliced but tender, indicating good preparation, and even the pickled vegetables were not the typical cheap ones you often find. Perhaps they are homemade. The freshness was also good. The rice was cooked perfectly. They also offer lunch menus for under 1000 yen. If you want to eat decent Chinese food without breaking the bank, I recommend this place.

I had lunch at Mulan, which currently only offers in-store sales due to the impact of the coronavirus. The lunch special for the day was "Cantonese noodles with stir-fried prawns in mayonnaise & char siu with cucumber and mustard dressing, plus water dumplings." The set meal comes with rice, soup, and pickled vegetables. Rice refills are available for an additional charge. The Cantonese noodles were full of ingredients and my wife and I shared them. The prawns in mayonnaise had a rich flavor that went well with the rice. The cucumber dish, not cucumbers, was also delicious. For dessert, we had almond jelly, but there is also Osmanthus jelly available on some days. I'm not a fan of sweets, so my wife had two servings.

Liver and leek set meal for ¥880 with almond jelly. Not too expensive, not too cheap. A local Chinese restaurant.

I went to dinner with my child and wife for the first time. We ordered pan-fried dumplings, mapo tofu, stir-fried vegetables, Cantonese noodles, rice, and almond jelly. Since they offer small sizes for up to 3 people, we shared those dishes. The mapo tofu had a nice aroma and a bit of spiciness with a hint of sweetness, which we Japanese enjoyed. The stir-fried vegetables were crunchy and delicious. Even in small sizes, the portions were good for sharing, and it seemed like good value for money with a variety of options. I was surprised by the wings on the dumplings. I had never seen such wings before. It's apparently one of their specialties. The almond jelly had a generous portion but the taste was average. It seems like their weekday lunch menu is also good. I'd like to go back again.

I might not have been able to get in alone. With 7 companions, we searched for a restaurant that could accommodate a large group, and ended up here. The interior is relatively spacious. The lunch menu is around 1000 yen. The rice, soup, main dish, and side salad are all small but elegant. Don't expect the generous portions of typical Chinese restaurants, but otherwise it's quite reasonable. There are bottles of expensive-looking wine lined up, so it might transform into a high-end Chinese izakaya at night.