Restaurant in Shiki, Japan

Maejima

Name: Maejima
Address: 6 Chome-27-12 Honcho, Shiki, Saitama 353-0004, Japan, Shiki, JP
Telephone: +81484238888

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About Maejima

Sichuan-focused Chinese bar in Shiki (Saitama) requiring mandatory alcohol orders—two drinks minimum per guest. Counter seating for 16, smoking permitted, groups of two or more only. Named to Tabelog 100 – Chinese cuisine – EAST three consecutive years (2023, 2024, 2026). At JPY 20,000–29,999, worth it for drinkers who value pairing whisky or wine with ma la spice, but non-negotiable alcohol policy and smoking make this unsuitable for non-drinkers or families.

At JPY 20,000–29,999 per head, Maejima occupies a premium tier in Shiki. Verified details are limited, but the essentials are clear: it is listed in Shiki, the dress code is casual, its posted hours run from 4 PM to midnight on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, with Wednesday closed. Maejima is also listed for Tabelog 100 – Chinese cuisine – EAST – 2026. Beyond those confirmed points, specific claims about seating, service style, dishes, drinks, reservations, smoking, or house policies should be treated as unverified.

Evening Hours and Visit Basics

Publicly verified information does not confirm Maejima's seating layout, room format, drinks program, reservation rules, or whether the experience follows any particular service format. What can be stated with confidence is that Maejima is an evening venue by its posted schedule: it opens at 4 PM and closes at midnight on all operating days, it is closed on Wednesdays. The casual dress code keeps the tone approachable despite the JPY 20,000–29,999 price range. Guests considering Maejima should confirm current booking requirements, seating, service details directly before visiting.

Maejima in Shiki

Maejima is in Shiki, its verified price range places it among the city's more expensive dining options. The confirmed recognition is Tabelog 100 – Chinese cuisine – EAST – 2026, but the available verified data does not establish specific dishes, a regional cooking style, a tasting-menu format, a chef profile, or a beverage pairing program. For diners comparing Maejima with other dining in Shiki or nearby options such as Asaka Bakery Asakadai ten, PATISSERIE ORANGE, ROI LEGUME Asaka honten, Shinfula, or Udon Dokoro Ohana, the grounded takeaway is simple: Maejima is a high-price Shiki venue with evening hours, casual dress, confirmed 2026 Tabelog 100 Chinese cuisine recognition.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tasting menu worth it at Maejima?

A tasting-menu format is not verified. The confirmed price range is ¥20,000–¥29,999 per head, Maejima is listed in Tabelog 100 – Chinese cuisine – EAST – 2026. If a set menu or specific course structure matters to you, confirm directly before booking.

Is Maejima good for solo dining?

Solo-dining and reservation policies are not verified. Maejima is in Shiki, has a casual dress code, operates in the evening on its open days. Confirm party-size rules directly with the venue before planning a visit.

Is Maejima good for a special occasion?

It may suit a special occasion for diners comfortable with a ¥20,000–¥29,999 price range and evening hours. Verified details do not confirm seating style, room type, smoking policy, drinks requirements, or specific menu format, so those details should be checked directly before choosing it for an occasion.

Is lunch or dinner better at Maejima?

Dinner is the grounded choice: verified hours are 4 PM to midnight on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, with Wednesday closed. No lunch service is verified.

Is Maejima worth the price?

Maejima's verified price range is ¥20,000–¥29,999, it has confirmed Tabelog 100 – Chinese cuisine – EAST – 2026 recognition. Whether it is worth the price depends on what you expect from the meal; specific dishes, seating, service style, drinks details are not verified here.

How far ahead should I book Maejima?

Booking lead time and reservation rules are not verified. Because Maejima is a premium-priced Shiki venue with evening hours, it is sensible to check availability directly in advance, especially for open days or special occasions.

Location

6 Chome-27-12 Honcho, Shiki, Saitama 353-0004, Japan

Shiki, Japan

Compare Maejima

Quick Value Check: Maejima

Venue	Price
Maejima	JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
ROI LEGUME Asaka honten	- JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown
Shinfula	JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Asaka Bakery Asakadai ten	- JPY 999
Udon Dokoro Ohana	- JPY 999 - JPY 999
PATISSERIE ORANGE	- JPY 999 - JPY 999

How Maejima compares with nearby options at a similar price tier.

Also Consider

ROI LEGUME Asaka honten, - JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown, - JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown
Shinfula, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Asaka Bakery Asakadai ten, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
Udon Dokoro Ohana, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
PATISSERIE ORANGE, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999

Maejima sits alone in Shiki's price tier: at JPY 20,000–29,999, it's ten times the cost of nearby Shinfula (JPY 1,000–1,999) or ROI LEGUME Asaka honten (under JPY 999). The Tabelog 100 recognition separates it from the neighborhood's casual options, but the mandatory-alcohol policy and smoking allowance create a barrier to entry that even higher-priced Tokyo venues avoid. If you're willing to drink and don't mind smoke, the counter experience and Sichuan focus justify the premium. If you want Chinese cuisine without the bar requirement, head to central Tokyo for more flexible formats at similar or lower prices.

For context beyond Chinese dining: Udon Dokoro Ohana and Asaka Bakery Asakadai ten both operate under JPY 999, serving neighborhood crowds with no alcohol requirement. PATISSERIE ORANGE offers pastry at similar sub-JPY 999 pricing. None hold Tabelog 100 status, none enforce the drinking rule that defines Maejima's identity. The trade-off is clear: you're paying for award-level Sichuan execution in a bar format that assumes you're there to drink as much as eat. If that aligns with your evening plans, book the counter. If you need flexibility for non-drinkers or prefer smoke-free dining, the venue's policies make it a non-starter regardless of the food quality.