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2026.09.16

A Meeting of Fall Delicacies and Fine Wines: Discovering the Magic of Unexpected Pairings in a Private Room

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

September, with its crisp, refreshing air, marks the arrival of the harvest season. Today, we’d like to tell you about the amazing pairing experience created by combining our diverse selection of set menus with our premium all-you-can-drink plan, which features approximately 100 varieties of beverages.

 

The Contrasting Flavors Hidden in a Multi-Course Meal

Our multi-course meals consist of 7 to 9 dishes and are designed so that you can enjoy different textures and flavor variations with each course. For example, from the cold appetizers at the beginning, through the warm dishes in the middle, all the way to the finale, the flavor contrasts are meticulously calculated. The ingenuity of this structure goes beyond simply savoring the food; it also serves to heighten your anticipation for the next course. Each dish, meticulously crafted by our chefs to bring out the unique character of the ingredients, offers a new discovery with every bite, transforming your dining experience into a truly enriching one. In the private setting of a separate dining room, as you take your time to savor each dish as it is served one by one, you’ll be able to notice the subtle nuances of the ingredients and the ingenious use of secret seasonings. A course where even the temperature control of the dishes and the timing of their presentation are meticulously calculated is truly the epitome of the chef’s craftsmanship.

 

Greater Freedom of Choice with the Premium Plan

To make your banquet even more enjoyable, we offer our “Premium” all-you-can-drink plan, featuring a lineup of approximately 100 varieties. The greatest appeal of this plan lies in its overwhelming variety. It covers everything from classic drinks to slightly more unusual brands, allowing you to freely choose the perfect drink to match your mood that day or the course meal you’ve ordered. For example, you can enjoy the fun of creating your own pairings with a free spirit—such as pairing a full-bodied drink with a rich dish or a light drink with a refreshing appetizer. The process of exploring your own ultimate combinations is an experience that truly satisfies the playful spirit of adults. Selecting a drink from our diverse selection that resonates with your emotions in that moment, and taking the time to fully savor the aftertaste of the gourmet meal—this is a special discovery you can only experience at our restaurant.

 

Delicate flavors enhanced by a quiet private room

The fact that all of our seating is in private rooms is actually a key element that allows you to appreciate the flavors of our cuisine even more deeply. In this private space, free from prying eyes and background noise, your senses are heightened, allowing you to focus on the delicate aromas and textures of the dishes. In particular, our private rooms with sunken hearths, where you can stretch out and relax, allow your mind and body to unwind. This creates an opportunity to notice subtle nuances in the ingredients—ones you might normally overlook—as well as the delicate artistry of the seasoning crafted by our chefs. Forgetting the hustle and bustle of the city and taking the time to connect with one another in a space all to yourselves will elevate your meal from a mere source of nourishment to a rich, soul-satisfying experience. With the addition of silence as a seasoning, the harmony between the food and drink is further enhanced, leading to a deeper sense of satisfaction. Please enjoy a moment of culinary delight to your heart’s content in a private setting, while conversing with your loved ones.

Store Information

All private rooms RAKUZO Ikebukuro Nishiguchi

address (e.g. of house)
171-0021
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 are available even before regular business hours! (Early-bird 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, Diners Club, UnionPay, Discover
▼ QR payment
PayPay, d-Pay, au PAY, Rakuten Pay, Merpay, Alipay, WeChat Pay
▼ Traffic IC
PASMO, Suica, Kitaca, TOICA, manaca, ICOCA, SUGOCA, nimoca, Hayakaken
▼ Electronic Money
iD, QUICPay

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