Chinese cuisineIzakayaMotomachi Station3 min walk
Rakkanki
楽関記
Hand-wrapped to order: signature xiaolongbao bursting with piping-hot soup once the delicate skin is broken
- Famous hand-wrapped xiaolongbao
- Popular three-appetizer platter
- Lu Rou Fan fragrant with five-spice powder
- Tofu with Shanghai crab roe available
- Popular lunch with lines before opening
- Great for sharing at group meals
- Counter seats with a view of the kitchen
- Fully non-smoking; private hire available from 16 guests
Located along Kitanagasa-dori, just a short walk from JR Motomachi Station, Rakkanki is a Chinese restaurant renowned for signature xiaolongbao wrapped by hand and steamed to order. Breaking through the thin dumpling skin releases piping-hot, flavorful meat broth, which guests praise for tasting refreshingly light when paired with black vinegar and ginger. The diverse menu includes a three-appetizer platter of fresh zha cai and wood ear mushrooms, Lu Rou Fan fragrant with five-spice powder, and mapo tofu accented with Sichuan pepper, while dishes like tofu with Shanghai crab roe and lettuce wraps are great for sharing during gatherings. The layout features an L-shaped counter on the 1st floor looking directly into the kitchen and table seating in the basement, allowing diners to enjoy their meal while watching the staff wrap dumplings. Shaoxing wine and aged Lao Jiu can be ordered by the glass, and the lunch sets offer great value with authentic flavors in the ¥1,500 range. Because the restaurant accepts no lunch reservations and seats guests on a first-come, first-served basis, it is best to visit with plenty of time to spare.
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- Cuisine
- Dishes
- Address
- 3-6-5 Kitanagasadori, Chuo-ku, Kobe-shi, Hyogo 650-0012, Japan (GONI Bldg. 1F)
Address in Japanese: 兵庫県神戸市中央区北長狭通3-6-5 GONIビル 1F
- Nearest station
- Motomachi Station3 min walk (195 m)
- Phone
- 078-334-7172
- Budget
- Lunch
- ¥1,000–¥1,999
- Dinner
- ¥3,000–¥3,999
- Reservations
- Reservations accepted
- Payment
- Credit cardAccepted(VISA, Mastercard, JCB, American Express, Diners Club)
- E-moneyAccepted(Transit IC card (Suica etc.), iD, QUICPay)
- QR code paymentNot accepted
- Seats
- 30 seats
- Counter seats
- Table seats
- Private room
- Smoking
- Non-smoking
- Parking
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Accessibility
- No
- Power outlets
- No
- Private hire
- Available
- Opened
- June 16, 2017
Opening hours
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| Tue | Closed |
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Opening hours and closing days may change. Please check with the restaurant before visiting.
Features & facilities
- Open for lunch
- Available for private hire
Map & access
3-6-5 Kitanagasadori, Chuo-ku, Kobe-shi, Hyogo 650-0012, Japan (GONI Bldg. 1F)
Address in Japanese: 兵庫県神戸市中央区北長狭通3-6-5 GONIビル 1F
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