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2026.08.26

A Hidden Gem in Ikebukuro Where You Can Escape the Hustle and Bustle—Discover Unexpected Ways to Use Private Rooms

Hello. I’m the PR representative for Rakuzo—a restaurant with all-private-room seating—at the Ikebukuro West Exit location.

As the late-summer sun shines down on the city, we hope you’re all doing well. Today, we’d like to tell you about our restaurant—a surprisingly tranquil oasis nestled in the bustling neighborhood of Ikebukuro—and share some insider tips on how to make the most of our banquet packages.

 

The Secret of the Quiet Private Rooms Hidden Beneath Ikebukuro’s West Exit

The Ikebukuro West Exit area is always bustling with people and brimming with energy. But did you know that right in the midst of all that hustle and bustle, there’s a space that maintains a tranquility almost like another world? Our restaurant is entirely comprised of private rooms, so the moment you step inside, the outside noise vanishes as if it were a dream. This “secluded space” is the greatest value we offer. Being able to spend time just for yourselves, without worrying about prying eyes, is a truly luxurious experience in today’s busy world. Whether for important business meetings or deep conversations with close friends—any situation that calls for a quiet environment—our private rooms serve as the ideal hideaway. Surprisingly few places in the heart of the city offer such a high degree of privacy, and many guests are amazed by the comfort they experience once they try it. We invite you to come and experience for yourself the harmony between the pleasant sense of anticipation that silence brings and the relaxed atmosphere.

 

The Art of Choosing a Space Based on the Number of People and the Secret Behind Its Surprising Spaciousness

Our private rooms are more than just partitioned spaces. From compact private rooms for two to those for four, and even private rooms with sunken hearths that can accommodate up to 48 guests, we’ve designed spaces to perfectly suit your party size. Our private rooms with sunken hearths, in particular, allow guests to stretch out and sit comfortably—even during large banquets—so you’ll hardly feel tired, even during extended stays. When large groups gather, it’s easy to feel cramped, but our spacious sunken-heated-table seating defies that notion by offering a sense of openness. Even our private rooms for smaller groups are thoughtfully designed to avoid any sense of confinement; we strive to create spaces that maintain a sense of privacy without feeling cramped. By guiding you to the seating that best suits your group size, we ensure you can enjoy a comfortable time without compromising the sense of togetherness, no matter the occasion. It is precisely this flexibility that keeps us a favorite among many customers, and we’re highly regarded as an “unexpected hidden gem” for gatherings in Ikebukuro.

 

The True Value of the "Guaranteed Private Room" Plan Chosen by Savvy Event Planners

The key to a successful banquet actually lies in choosing a “guaranteed private room.” At our restaurant, all set menus come with a guaranteed private room, ensuring a private space from the moment you make your reservation—providing the ultimate peace of mind for event planners. Furthermore, our pricing is designed to offer excellent value; for example, the “Taste Course” and “All-Chicken Course” include all-you-can-drink and deliver outstanding value for the price. For those seeking a more luxurious experience, we also offer plans such as the “Four Seasons Kaiseki Course” and the “Japanese-Western Fusion Course,” allowing you to choose flexibly based on your budget and purpose. With two all-you-can-drink plans to choose from—“Standard” and “Premium”—you can manage the bill efficiently to suit the preferences of your guests. Enjoy a great value banquet in the special setting of a private room while savoring dishes crafted by our chefs. This balance between “atmosphere” and “price” is the very essence of the smart banquet approach we offer. Please take advantage of these valuable plans, which event planners can choose with confidence.

Store Information

All private rooms RAKUZO Ikebukuro Nishiguchi

address (e.g. of house)
〒101-0021
YKD Building 3F, 1-21-1 Nishi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
Access
2 minutes walk from JR Ikebukuro Station West Exit
Ikebukuro Station, Fukutoshin Subway Line, Exit C10, West Passage East Ticket, 1 min. walk.
Phone number
050-2018-8898
Business Hours
17:00-23:30
(L.O. 22:30 / Drink L.O. 23:00)

Banquets can be held before business hours! (Early and late discounts available)
regular closing day
without a holiday
Average budget
4,000 yen (regular average)/4,300 yen (banquet average)
settlement
▼ Credit Cards
VISA, Mastercard, JCB, AMERICAN EXPRESS, DinersClub, UnionPay, discoverCard
▼ QR payment
PayPay, d-pay, auPay, Rakuten Pay, Melpay, ALIPAY, WeChat Pay, Quick Pay
▼ Traffic IC
PASMO, suica, Kitaca, TOICA, manaca, ICOCA, SUGOCA, nimoca, Hayakaken
▼ Electronic Money
ID

The registration number of the invoice system is printed on receipts and receipts.
Registration number: T6010701005431
Total number of seats
80 seats
Zashiki seating and sunken kotatsu available
Seating and sofa seating available
Banquet Max.
48 persons
chartering
not allowed
Non-Smoking/Smoking
Smoking allowed Smoking room available
(Smoking area is available separately from the seating area.)
parking lot
nil
Wi-Fi
nil

There is an appetizer as a seat charge (included in the price for a course)
pDK Point of Sale