Restaurant in Nagaoka, Japan

Ichii

Name: Ichii
Address: Japan, 〒940-0832 Niigata, Nagaoka, Akebono, 1 Chome−１−5, Nagaoka, JP
Telephone: +81 258-37-6521

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About Ichii

Tabelog 100 Ramen EAST honoree (2018–2025) serving salt ramen exclusively at JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999. Lunch-only counter operation with no reservations, no dinner service, a focused single-broth format. Cash only, limited seating, peak-hour queues.

Ichii in Nagaoka is listed with a JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999 price range and short daytime hours. Its verified schedule runs from 10:45 AM to 2:00 PM on weekdays and from 10:45 AM to 2:15 PM on Saturday and Sunday. It is also listed in the Tabelog 100 - Ramen - EAST - 2025 recognition. Beyond those points, public details in this guide should be kept deliberately narrow: specific menu items, seating layout, payment methods, reservation rules, wait times, access details are not verified here.

What Is Verified

The confirmed facts are straightforward: Ichii is in Nagaoka, the listed price range is JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999, the venue keeps a compact daytime schedule. The verified hours are Monday through Friday from 10:45 AM to 2:00 PM, Saturday and Sunday from 10:45 AM to 2:15 PM. The venue appears in the Tabelog 100 - Ramen - EAST - 2025 list, a recognition category for eastern Japan in that year.

Short Daytime Hours

Plan around the hours rather than assuming a full-day restaurant format. The verified listing shows service ending at 2:00 PM on weekdays and 2:15 PM on weekends. No verified dinner hours are listed. Because this page does not have confirmed details on reservations, payment methods, seating, parking, or queue times, travelers should avoid building a tight itinerary around unverified operational assumptions.

At JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999, Ichii sits in a modest price band. Comparisons should stay broad: Paris Pie and レストランラルモワーズ are allowed reference points, but this page does not verify how their formats, prices, or locations compare with Ichii. For Ichii itself, the strongest verified hook is the combination of Nagaoka location, compact daytime hours, modest price range, 2025 Tabelog recognition.

The verdict: Ichii is worth considering if you are planning daytime dining in Nagaoka and want a venue with verified 2025 Tabelog recognition. Check timing carefully, expect a limited operating window, do not rely on unverified claims about specific dishes, seating, payment, reservations, or access arrangements. For a fuller picture of dining in and around Nagaoka, consult a broader restaurant guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I order at Ichii?

This guide does not have verified information on specific dishes or menu format. The confirmed details are the Nagaoka location, JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999 price range, daytime hours, 2025 Tabelog recognition.

Is Ichii good for a special occasion?

This guide does not have verified details on seating, room style, reservations, or service format. If you are planning around a specific occasion, confirm practical details before visiting.

Is the tasting menu worth it at Ichii?

No verified tasting-menu information is. Ichii is listed in a Tabelog recognition category, but specific menu structure should not be assumed from the verified data here.

Does Ichii handle dietary restrictions?

This guide does not have verified allergy, dietary, substitution, or ingredient information for Ichii. Diners with restrictions should confirm directly before visiting.

What should I wear to Ichii?

No verified dress code is available for Ichii. Confirm directly if dress or other visit requirements matter for your plans.

Are there dinner hours at Ichii?

The verified hours are daytime only: 10:45 AM–2:00 PM Monday through Friday, 10:45 AM–2:15 PM Saturday and Sunday. No verified dinner hours are listed.

Is Ichii worth the price?

At JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999, Ichii is in a modest price range. It may be worthwhile for diners interested in a Nagaoka venue with 2025 Tabelog recognition, but specific menu details are not verified here.

Location

Japan, 〒940-0832 Niigata, Nagaoka, Akebono, 1 Chome−１−5

Nagaoka, Japan

Compare Ichii

Value Check: Ichii and Peers

Venue	Price	Booking Difficulty
Ichii	JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999	Easy
Paris Pie	- JPY 999 - JPY 999	Unknown
レストランラルモワーズ		Unknown
Yamani	JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 View spending breakdown	Unknown
Restaurant UOZEN		Unknown
Uozen		Unknown

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Also Consider

Paris Pie, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
レストランラルモワーズ, Notable alternative
Yamani, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 View spending breakdown
Restaurant UOZEN, French, French
Uozen, Notable alternative

Among Nagaoka's limited ramen and dining options, Ichii sits at the intersection of accolade and inconvenience. Paris Pie offers a lighter budget entry at under JPY 1,000, but lacks the Tabelog recognition and technical validation that Ichii carries. For travelers seeking full-service French dining, レストランラルモワーズ provides table service and multi-course formats, though at a higher price tier and without the ramen-specialist focus. Neither venue competes directly on the salt-broth category where Ichii has built its eight-year Tabelog 100 run.

Booking difficulty favors Paris Pie for spontaneous visits, while Ichii requires queue management and cash preparation. If you are traveling through Nagaoka specifically to sample Tabelog-recognized ramen, the inconvenience of lunch-only hours and walk-in queueing is part of the format, the venue does not compromise service hours or reservation ease to accommodate casual diners. For those prioritizing value over accolades, Paris Pie delivers a lower price point with fewer logistical constraints. For those building a regional ramen itinerary and willing to absorb a midday wait, Ichii offers the credentialed option.

Visitors balancing broader dining needs should note that Nagaoka's restaurant scene leans small-format and specialist. Our full Nagaoka restaurants guide covers additional venues for evening service and multi-course dining, while Ichii remains the sole Tabelog 100 Ramen EAST entry in the city. If salt ramen and midday availability align with your schedule, book the morning slot and bring cash. If you need flexibility, Paris Pie or one of the French-format restaurants will serve you better.