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The spicy version costs 1,030 yen. It's not as spicy as it looks, and the mild spicy version is just the right level so that even those who aren't big fans of spicy food can try it. 
The chicken bukkake (1,000 yen) is a non-spicy dish. Fujii-san's consideration is apparent in the fact that "this restaurant is open to those who don't like spicy food and those with children." 
Fujii-san is a movie fan, and the name of the shop comes from a classic movie released in 1986. 
The store stands on a triangular site along Nikko Kaido. Its black exterior is a landmark.
This spicy tsukemen restaurant opened along the Nikko Kaido in 2023. The owner, Mr. Fujii, trained for about eight years at Menya Taimu in Daishi-mae before going independent.
The hot soup served in a simmering stone pot is rich and full of the flavor of chicken stock and the sweetness of vegetables. It is well-mixed with the thick whole wheat noodles, which are custom-made by the long-established noodle manufacturer "Asakusa Kaikaro," and the beef tendons of the Japanese black beef are meltingly tender. You won't be able to stop eating even while wiping the sweat off your face. You can choose from high, medium, or low spiciness, and you can also add more spiciness after you start eating. They also offer a soup-dilution service, which has a strong yuzu flavor that gives a refreshing finish to the rich flavor. "Many customers dilute it with the soup and top their rice with cheese," says Fujii.
Not only is it spicy, but it also has a wonderful balance of sweetness and umami. It's a drink that you'll crave, not just in the cold season, but regardless of the temperature.
| Furigana | stand by me |
| Address | Adachi-ku, Senju Nakai-cho 17-14 |
| Phone call | None |
| Business hours | 11:00-15:00, 17:30-21:30 (Ends when soup runs out) |
| Regular holiday | Wednesdays |
| Seat | 6 seats |
| Reservation | Not available |
| Takeout | Available |
| Wi-Fi connection | None |
| Access | 8-min. walk from JR Joban Line and others Kita-Senju Station West Exit |
| Barrier-free | Negotiable |
| Social media | https://www.instagram.com/stand_by_me_________kitasenju/ |
*The content of this page is based on the article "You'll be addicted to this deliciously spicy dish."
*This information is current as of February 4, 2025.
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