Matsu no Ki
Kawasaki Ward, Kawasaki
Restaurant in Kawasaki, Japan
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Tabelog 100 - Chinese cuisine - EAST - 2026 Sichuan specialist in Miyamotocho delivering award-calibre mapo tofu and tantan-men at JPY 1,000–1,999. Dinner reservations available, lunch walk-in only. Worth booking for technically sound Sichuan cooking without the four-figure bill.
About Matsu no Ki
Matsu no Ki in Kawasaki is at JPY 1,000–1,999 and has recognition in Tabelog 100 - Chinese cuisine - EAST - 2026. That gives the venue a clear, useful profile: a Kawasaki restaurant with a casual dress code and lunch and dinner hours from Wednesday through Sunday, with closures on Monday and Tuesday.
Straightforward Kawasaki Dining
Matsu no Ki is best read as a practical Kawasaki option rather than a venue defined by chef-driven claims, room layout, signature dishes, drinks program, or service format. The price band is JPY 1,000–1,999, and the dress code is casual.
The Kawasaki Chinese Dining Tier
Matsu no Ki is in the JPY 1,000–1,999 range and has Tabelog 100 - Chinese cuisine - EAST - 2026 recognition. Ramen Jiro Keikyu kawasaki ten, Ramen Kan 2 Ya Kawasaki ten, Chinese Santuru, Kerala Kitchen La Cittadella Kawasaki ra chitta derra ten, and カリフォルニア・ピザ・キッチン ラゾーナ川崎店 may be useful names to compare when planning a meal, but Matsu no Ki is the focus here.
Practical Booking and Timing
Matsu no Ki is open Wednesday through Sunday from 11:30 AM–2 PM and 5–9 PM. It is closed Monday and Tuesday.
The confirmed spend range is JPY 1,000–1,999, and casual dress is appropriate. For anything beyond the basics, including current menu, availability, and service details, rely on the restaurant’s current channels rather than older or third-party descriptions.
For further context, explore our full Kawasaki restaurants guide and other dining in Kawasaki.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed
- Location
- Japan, 〒210-0004 Kanagawa, Kawasaki, Kawasaki Ward, Miyamotocho, ６−11 阿左見ビル
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/kanagawa/A1405/A140501/14001739
- Phone
- +81 44-221-9939
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual neighborhood Chinese/Sichuan restaurant with a relaxed, non-smoking, cozy dining room of counter and table seating, often busy with families and friends enjoying hearty, spicy food.
Tags
Vibe
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Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Beer, Sake, Shochu, Wine
- Private Dining
- Available
Signature Dishes
- Tantanmen (spicy noodle soup)
- Mapo tofu
- Sichuan-style dishes
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒210-0004 Kanagawa, Kawasaki, Kawasaki Ward, Miyamotocho, ６−11 阿左見ビル
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM
Location
Japan, 〒210-0004 Kanagawa, Kawasaki, Kawasaki Ward, Miyamotocho, ６−11 阿左見ビル · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Ramen Jiro Keikyu kawasaki ten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Ramen Kan 2 Ya Kawasaki ten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Kerala Kitchen La Cittadella Kawasaki ra chitta derra ten, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Chinese Santuru, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 - JPY 999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 - JPY 999
- カリフォルニア・ピザ・キッチン ラゾーナ川崎店, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Among Kawasaki's affordable dining options, Matsu no Ki occupies the quality pole. Ramen Jiro Keikyu kawasaki ten and Ramen Kan 2 Ya Kawasaki ten match the JPY 1,000–1,999 price band but serve ramen, so the overlap is category rather than direct competition. For those chasing Chinese regional cooking, Matsu no Ki's Sichuan focus and Tabelog 100 pedigree make it the stronger choice if you want precision over variety.
Chinese Santuru climbs slightly higher (JPY 2,000–2,999 at dinner) and covers a broader Chinese regional menu; choose it if you want range over specialisation. Kerala Kitchen La Cittadella Kawasaki shifts to South Indian and trends pricier at dinner, so it's not a direct substitute. If Sichuan technique at Tabelog 100 level is the goal and you're working within a tight budget, Matsu no Ki delivers the best quality-to-price ratio in the immediate area.
Dinner reservations are accepted, but lunch is walk-in only and can fill quickly given the award recognition. If you're flexible on timing, aim for a Wednesday or Thursday dinner to avoid weekend crowds. For broader Kawasaki dining context, see our full Kawasaki restaurants guide.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Matsu no Ki?
Matsu no Ki is associated with Tabelog 100 - Chinese cuisine - EAST - 2026 recognition, but diners should check the venue’s current menu directly before deciding what to order.
What should a first-timer know about Matsu no Ki?
Matsu no Ki is in Kawasaki, has a JPY 1,000–1,999 price range, and is open for lunch and dinner Wednesday through Sunday. Casual dress is appropriate.
What should I wear to Matsu no Ki?
Casual dress is appropriate. No more specific dress requirement is needed, so there is no need to treat it as a formal dining room.
What are alternatives to Matsu no Ki in Kawasaki?
Other names to consider when comparing dining options include Ramen Jiro Keikyu kawasaki ten, Ramen Kan 2 Ya Kawasaki ten, Chinese Santuru, Kerala Kitchen La Cittadella Kawasaki ra chitta derra ten, and カリフォルニア・ピザ・キッチン ラゾーナ川崎店. Compare current hours, menus, and availability directly before choosing.
Is lunch or dinner better at Matsu no Ki?
Both lunch and dinner hours are available: Wednesday through Sunday, 11:30 AM–2 PM and 5–9 PM.
Is Matsu no Ki good for a special occasion?
Matsu no Ki has a casual dress code and a JPY 1,000–1,999 price range. Whether it fits a special occasion depends on the experience you want.
Is Matsu no Ki good for solo dining?
Solo diners can consider Matsu no Ki based on its Kawasaki location, casual dress code, and lunch and dinner hours.
