Oyakidokoro Refutei
A beloved street food shop near Nakano Station offering warm, freshly made imagawayaki with a variety of classic and unique fillings at unbeatable pri...
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Oyakidokoro Refutei
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Must-see attractions
A beloved street food shop near Nakano Station offering warm, freshly made imagawayaki with a variety of classic and unique fillings at unbeatable prices.
Join the Queue
Expect a queue, especially at peak times, but it moves quickly for these freshly made treats.
Try a Variety of Fillings
From classic red bean to adventurous sausage and mayo, explore diverse and delicious imagawayaki options.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Japanese Confectionery
Price
$
Phone
+81 3-3387-3048
Address
5 Chome-63-3 Nakano, Nakano City, Tokyo 164-0001, Japan
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Unique Imagawayaki Flavors
Explore creative imagawayaki fillings like cream cheese, sweet potato, and seasonal apple, alongside classics.
Freshly Made Japanese Street Food
Enjoy warm, freshly prepared imagawayaki with a delightfully chewy and light batter, a perfect snack.
Affordable & Flavorful Snack
Indulge in delicious imagawayaki for under ¥200, making it a budget-friendly treat while exploring Nakano.
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Join the Queue
Expect a queue, especially at peak times, but it moves quickly for these freshly made treats.
Try a Variety of Fillings
From classic red bean to adventurous sausage and mayo, explore diverse and delicious imagawayaki options.
Eat It Fresh and Hot
For the ultimate experience, enjoy your imagawayaki immediately after purchase while it's warm.
Budget-Friendly Delights
All items are under ¥200, offering an affordable and satisfying snack.
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Join the Queue
Expect a queue, especially at peak times, but it moves quickly for these freshly made treats.
Try a Variety of Fillings
From classic red bean to adventurous sausage and mayo, explore diverse and delicious imagawayaki options.
Eat It Fresh and Hot
For the ultimate experience, enjoy your imagawayaki immediately after purchase while it's warm.
Budget-Friendly Delights
All items are under ¥200, offering an affordable and satisfying snack.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Oyakidokoro Refutei is praised for its delicious, freshly made imagawayaki, with many highlighting the unique fillings and the perfectly textured batter. Diners appreciate the affordability and the convenient location near Nakano Station, making it a must-try street food experience. While most reviews are overwhelmingly positive, some noted the cheese flavor as artificial.
"One of my consistent faves! I tried the surprisingly delicious seasonal flavor cream with apple (200¥) but I also love the classic red or white bean (¥160). Best when eaten fresh & hot!"
Yumi O
"mind-blowingly good oyaki!!!! I got the sausage and mayo one, it's kind of like spam meat in the middle with Kewpie mayo, which was heavenly 🤤🤤🤤"
Tia C
"Good flavour , the sausage and the mayo is nice. Only 180 yen."
Yasmin Kane
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Frequently Asked Questions
Imagawayaki is a traditional Japanese street food: a round, cake-like snack filled with various sweet or savory ingredients.
It's conveniently located directly opposite the north exit of Nakano Station, near the entrance to Nakano Sun Mall.
Popular choices include classic red bean jam, cream cheese, chocolate cream, and sweet potato, with some adventurous options like sausage and mayo.
Most items are priced under ¥200, making it a very affordable treat.
Yes, eating it fresh and hot right after purchase is recommended for the best texture and flavor.
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Join the queue and get an imagawayaki (a warm, round, cake-like snack with a filling of your choice) at Refutei, right opposite Nakano Station's north exit. Pick from classic red bean jam, red bean and mochi, chocolate cream, cream cheese and even sweet potato. Nothing on the menu is over ¥200, and eating it fresh and hot is the best way to go.
Where to Eat in Nakano
Directly opposite the north exit of Nakano Station, you’ll find the entrance to the covered shopping arcade Nakano Sun Mall, and the storefront of a popular shop selling imagawayaki. A traditional Japanese street food, imagawayaki is a round cake that’s stuffed with fillings like sweet red bean paste. Oyakidokoro Refutei puts their own twist on this classic portable snack.
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