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    Tabelog 2022

    Open Oven

    Ichikawa

    Restaurant in Ichikawa, Japan

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    Price

    - JPY 999 - JPY 999

    Why go

    A neighborhood bakery five minutes from JR Ichikawa Station with two Tabelog 100 Bread EAST awards (2020, 2022) and a sub-¥1,000 price point. Sixteen-seat eat-in space runs until 15:00; most business is takeout. Strong local following, limited parking, frequent sell-outs by evening.

    About Open Oven

    Open Oven is a venue in Ichikawa with a price band of JPY 999–JPY 999. It keeps regular morning-to-evening hours on most days and appears in the Tabelog 100 - Bread - EAST - 2022 recognition.

    Open Oven is open from 8:30 AM to 8 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, is closed on Thursday. Specifics such as seating, payment methods, reservation policy, menu items, visit format, station access are not detailed, so plan around the hours and price range.

    What the Tabelog Recognition Signals

    Open Oven is associated with the Tabelog 100 - Bread - EAST - 2022 list in the Bread category. This recognition should be read as a 2022 Bread-category accolade rather than evidence of a longer award history or a specific ranking.

    Open Oven is an Ichikawa venue with a low price band and a 2022 Bread-category recognition.

    When to Go and What to Expect

    The clearest planning detail is the schedule. Open Oven operates from 8:30 AM to 8 PM every day except Thursday, when it is closed. If you are fitting it into an Ichikawa itinerary, avoid Thursday and check close-to-date information before making a special trip.

    Because details such as seat count, café service, inventory timing, parking, payment options are not available, visitors should keep expectations flexible. Open Oven is a low-priced Ichikawa venue with regular hours.

    For broader comparison, Open Oven can be considered alongside comparable venue names such as Saryo Ren, Jagaimo, Tsuke Soba Ishii, Eiraku, Enak Enak, or simply as one option among other dining in Ichikawa.

    For more context on dining in the area, see our full Ichikawa restaurants guide.

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    Planning details

    Location
    2 Chome-30-25 Ichikawa, Chiba 272-0034, Japan
    Website
    tabelog.com/en/chiba/A1202/A120202/12000978
    Phone
    +81 47-324-8067
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    Venue details

    Ambiance

    A small 16‑seat non‑smoking bakery cafe with a stylish brick exterior, relaxed sofa seating, and a quiet residential "hideout" vibe suited to casual visits by families and friends.

    Tags

    Vibe

    CozyHidden GemModern

    Best For

    Casual HangoutFamilySolo

    Experience

    StandaloneDesign Destination

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    Street Scene

    At the Table

    Noise Level
    Conversational
    Service Style
    Casual
    Meal Pacing
    Quick Bite
    Capacity
    Intimate

    Signature Dishes

    • Bagels
    • Muffins
    • House-baked Bread
    Planning details

    Location

    2 Chome-30-25 Ichikawa, Chiba 272-0034, Japan · Directions

    +81 47-324-8067

    tabelog.com/en/chiba/A1202/A120202/12000978

    Recognition and awards
    Also consider

    Also Consider

    • Enak Enak, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
    • Tsuke Soba Ishii, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
    • Eiraku, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
    • Jagaimo, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
    • Saryo Ren, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
    Restaurant context

    At under ¥1,000 per transaction, Open Oven undercuts every sit-down option in Ichikawa by format rather than compromise. Jagaimo charges ¥3,000–¥3,999 for a full meal with table service; Saryo Ren runs ¥1,000–¥1,999 for tea and light bites. Open Oven's pricing reflects a carryout model with minimal front-of-house overhead, which makes direct comparison difficult. If you're optimizing for cost per calorie and don't need a plated experience, this is the lowest check average with regional recognition in the city. If you want to sit for more than 30 minutes, Saryo Ren offers a longer runway and quieter seating.

    Tsuke Soba Ishii operates in a similar price band (¥1,000–¥1,999) but serves noodles rather than bread, making it a better lunch comp than a bakery alternative. Enak Enak (¥1,000–¥2,999) skews toward Indonesian cuisine and evening service, so the meal occasion doesn't overlap. For travelers deciding where to spend a morning or grab provisions before a train, Open Oven is the only Tabelog-awarded bakery option within walking distance of the station. The trade-off: you're buying bread to go, not booking a table for brunch.

    Booking difficulty is low across the board in Ichikawa, none of these spots require advance planning, but Open Oven's inventory risk (sell-outs by late afternoon) introduces a timing constraint that Jagaimo or Saryo Ren don't share. If you're flexible on format and want the lowest cost with the most regional credibility, arrive before noon. If you need a guaranteed table and longer seating window, redirect to Saryo Ren or Jagaimo.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is the tasting menu worth it at Open Oven?

    There is no tasting-menu information for Open Oven. Open Oven is in Ichikawa, its price band is JPY 999–JPY 999, it is open from 8:30 AM to 8 PM every day except Thursday, it has Tabelog 100 - Bread - EAST - 2022 recognition.

    What should a first-timer know about Open Oven?

    First-timers should note the hours: 8:30 AM to 8 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, with Thursday closed. The price band is JPY 999–JPY 999. Other details, including reservations, payment methods, seating, exact location within Ichikawa, are not available.

    Can Open Oven accommodate groups?

    Group suitability is not known. There is no seat count or layout information, so groups should check directly before relying on Open Oven for a larger visit.

    What should I wear to Open Oven?

    No dress code is specified. There is no specific dress guidance for Open Oven.

    What are alternatives to Open Oven in Ichikawa?

    You can look broadly at other dining in Ichikawa depending on what kind of meal you want. comparable venue names for comparison include Enak Enak, Tsuke Soba Ishii, Eiraku, Jagaimo, Saryo Ren.

    Is Open Oven good for a special occasion?

    There is not enough information about service style, seating, or menu format to assess Open Oven as a special-occasion venue. Open Oven is a low-priced Ichikawa venue with regular hours on most days.

    Is Open Oven worth the price?

    The price band is JPY 999–JPY 999, Open Oven has Tabelog 100 - Bread - EAST - 2022 recognition. If you are already in Ichikawa and want a low-priced option, these facts make it worth considering.