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Nakau - Gotanda

Nakau - Gotanda

なか卯 五反田店

A moment to unwind in the city.

Nakau - Gotanda offers an easy stop in Gotanda for comforting udon and oyakodon, serving everything from morning set meals to late-night bites with seamless ticket-machine ordering.

〒141-0031 Tōkyō-to, Shinagawa-ku, Nishi-Gotanda 1-chōme-26-4, Wakō Building
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01 / ABOUT THE PLACE

About this place

With its gentle aroma of dashi broth layered with the rich crunch of fried tempura bits, haikara udon provides an everyday bowl suited to both a rushed lunch and an unhurried break. It adapts easily to your appetite: order it chilled for a smooth, refreshing slurp, or add a single piece of fried torikara chicken on the side for extra savory crunch.

Nakau's signature oyakodon relies on rich, carefully selected eggs, finished individually to order. Variations add distinct twists, including a charcoal-grilled chicken oyakodon, a rich cheese oyakodon, and a version finished with scallions and chili oil. Shaking a touch of the table's fragrant sansho pepper over the egg adds a bright, tingling accent.

During early hours, the breakfast menu provides affordable morning sets such as the signature egg breakfast, fried egg sets, and grilled coho salmon with natto. Diners can customize the tray by adding side dishes like simmered chicken or an extra portion of natto.

Seating is centered around a counter layout. Customers purchase meal tickets at the vending machine, which accepts electronic money and QR code payments, before taking a seat. Running from early morning until late into the night, the shop serves comfortably as a solo stop for breakfast before work, a simple dinner, or a soothing bowl of udon after an evening out.

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Food and drinks

  • Alcohol Served
  • Beer available
  • Light bites
  • Late-night dining available
  • Breakfast menu available
  • Brunch menu available
  • Lunch menu available
  • Dinner menu available
  • Dessert available
  • Kids' Menu Available

Dining & takeaway

  • Delivery available
  • Takeout available
  • Dine-in

Seating & Facilities

  • Seating available
  • Restrooms available
  • Non-smoking

Also great for

  • Featured for breakfast
  • Featured for lunch
  • Great for solo dining
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Family-friendly
  • Popular with college students

Reservations

  • Reservations not accepted

Payment

  • NFC mobile payments accepted
  • PayPay accepted
  • Rakuten Pay accepted
  • Credit Card

Entrance & mobility access

  • No wheelchair-accessible seating
  • No wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Entrance is not wheelchair accessible

03 / TAKE A LOOK AROUND

Get a feel for the place through its photos.

13 venue and food photos

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Using a ticket machine: 4 simple steps.

  1. 01

    Select menu

    Check dish names and prices before selecting. Language switching is available if supported.

  2. 02

    Check payment options

    Check accepted cash, cards, and payment methods on screen or in-store before paying.

  3. 03

    Take meal ticket

    Take your meal ticket and any change.

  4. 04

    Follow in-store guidance

    Please follow store signs and staff instructions on where to hand in your ticket and where to sit.

Multiple reviews mention ticket vending machines. Photos show standard ticket machine operation and may not depict the actual machine at this venue. Please verify usage and payment methods on site.

04 / YOUR NEXT STOP

Make this your next stop.

〒141-0031 Tōkyō-to, Shinagawa-ku, Nishi-Gotanda 1-chōme-26-4, Wakō Building

Please contact the venue directly with enquiries or reservation requests.

Opening hours

Open now

Approximate hours based on listed information, in Japan Standard Time (JST)

Monday04:00–03:00 (next day)
Tuesday04:00–03:00 (next day)
WednesdayToday04:00–03:00 (next day)
Thursday04:00–03:00 (next day)
Friday04:00–03:00 (next day)
Saturday04:00–03:00 (next day)
Sunday04:00–03:00 (next day)
〒141-0031 Tōkyō-to, Shinagawa-ku, Nishi-Gotanda 1-chōme-26-4, Wakō BuildingOpen in Google Maps

BEFORE YOUR VISIT

Good to know before you visit.

What are the opening hours?

Open daily, every day of the week, from 4:00 in the morning until 3:00 the following day.

What are the hours and offerings for the breakfast menu?

The breakfast menu is served from 5:00 to 10:00 in the morning, offering options such as the "Special Egg Breakfast (Regular)" (¥290) and the "Silver Salmon Breakfast (Regular)" (¥440).

Are takeout and delivery available?

Yes, both takeout and delivery are available.

What cashless payment methods are accepted?

In addition to credit cards, payments via PayPay, Rakuten Pay, and NFC mobile payments are accepted.

Is there a children's menu?

Kids' options are available, including the "Kids' Oyakodon Uki-Uki Set" (¥480) and the standalone toy-free "Kids' Kitsune Udon" (¥200).

Can I reserve a table in advance?

No, reservations are not accepted.