Introduction
This roundup spotlights memorable “chāhan” across Shinjuku. We extracted highlights from the Japanese feature and trimmed to 10 representative picks. Notes reflect each shop’s signature style and price at the time of coverage.
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1.Gojūban (Kabukichō) — Gomoku Chāhan ¥650
A gentle, not-too-salty “shittori” style with egg, scallion, char siu, shrimp, bamboo shoot, shiitake, and green peas. Comes with a satisfying soup.
Nearest: Shinjuku Sta. about 3 min.
2.Ryūhō (Kagurazaka) — Chāhan ¥800
Beloved old-school spot (est. 1978). Char siu chunks, lard-glossed grains, and remarkably fast service. Addictive, classic flavor.
Nearest: Kagurazaka Sta. about 1 min.
3.Marushin Honten (Nishi-Shinjuku) — Shrimp Fried Rice ¥950
Three chāhan options; the shrimp version tops five big, crisp-fried prawns over balanced, lightly seasoned rice that’s both “para-para” and moist.
Nearest: Nishi-Shinjuku or Shinjuku-Nishiguchi about 5 min.
4.Gifuya (Omoide-Yokochō) — Chāhan ¥680
Budget-friendly counter classic. Finely chopped ingredients and a dry, well-fried texture. Pairs well with other stir-fries or noodles.
Nearest: Shinjuku-Nishiguchi about 2–3 min.
5.Suehiro Ramen Honpo Takadanobaba — Yakimeshi with Egg Yolk ¥790
Dark soy color yet lighter taste than it looks. Mix the yolk in or chase bites with soup for an easy-to-finish bowl.
Nearest: Nishi-Waseda about 5 min; Takadanobaba about 7 min.
6.Jiayi-ken (Yotsuya-sanchōme) — Ebi Gomoku Chāhan ¥935
Soy-leaning seasoning similar to #5 but not heavy. Plenty of shrimp and a balanced, savory finish.
Nearest: Yotsuya-sanchōme about 3 min.
7.Okei (Iidabashi) — Egg Fried Rice ¥770
Famous for gyoza, yet the simple egg chāhan is a quiet hit. Mild, clean seasoning that complements dumplings.
Nearest: Iidabashi about 3–8 min depending on line.
8.Jjukkumi Dosa Shinjuku Main (Higashi-Shinjuku) — Tobiko Fried Rice (table-finished)
Korean “samgyeop-jjukkumi” meal finisher. Think bibimbap-style, pressed on the hot plate for a toasty crust and served sizzling.
Nearest: Higashi-Shinjuku about 1 min.
9.Ramen Yamadaya (Nishi-Shinjuku) — Half Chāhan (set)
Set-menu half size with standout egg distribution and chunky char siu. Nicely straddles para-para and moist textures.
Nearest: Nishi-Shinjuku-gōchōme about 3 min.
10.Niigata “Rā-Chan” Specialist Gamushara Yotsuya — Rā-Chan Set ¥850
Local Niigata style: simple shōyu ramen plus half chāhan. The fried rice carries a touch of back-fat on top for regional character.
Nearest: Yotsuya about 5 min.
Notes
• Prices and hours are those at the time of the original Japanese coverage (as of March 2025).
• Some places also offer half-size fried rice as ramen sets; availability can vary by time or day.
Looking for the original article in Japanese?
Click here to view the Japanese version on Daily Shinjuku.
https://daily-shinjuku.tokyo/2025/04/05/shinjuku-chah-han/
