A rare Chinese restaurant that maintains authentic Japanese-Chinese flavors in the heart of 'Gachi-chuka' (authentic Chinese) district Nishi-Kawaguchi. Consecutively selected for Tabelog's 'Chinese EAST Top 100' in 2021, 2024, and 2026. Tabelog 884 reviews with 21,680 saves—remarkable support even amid the competing authentic Chinese scene. Regulars say 'Nishi-Kawaguchi isn't complete without this dandan noodle.' House-made sesame paste and chili oil dandan noodles, and handmade gyoza by a chef trained at famous Chinese restaurants, are the hallmarks. Regulars also rave about the sweet & sour pork, mapo tofu, and shrimp chili. Evenings are so popular reservations are essential.

"Nishi-Kawaguchi is known for authentic Chinese, but Eikichi's dandan noodles are in a class of their own." "Handmade gyoza—meat juices fill your mouth. Why is this quality at this price?" "Even as authentic Chinese spots multiply, I still queue at Eikichi. 10-year regular." "The Top 100 selection is deserved—dandan noodles, sweet & sour pork, shrimp chili are all at an abnormal level."