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Ikebukuro North Exit Shisha: 5 Hookah Lounges by Distance
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This guide covers five shisha lounges around Ikebukuro North Exit and Ikebukuro 2-chome, ordered by straight-line distance from Ikebukuro Station. For a lounge open until 8 AM, consider Petaria; for unlimited soft drinks, consider L4L. Information was checked on October 22, 2026, and the list follows distance order rather than a ranking.
Five shisha lounges near Ikebukuro North Exit (closest to Ikebukuro Station first)
shishabar C6｜Closest to the station on the north side
shishabar C6
★ Why go
- At about 375 m straight-line distance, it is the closest listed lounge
- The shop posts opening announcements on its official Instagram
- Not listed officially (check the official Instagram before visiting)
- About 375 m straight-line distance from Ikebukuro Station
- Not listed officially (check the official Instagram before visiting)
- Not listed officially
The address is not listed on the official Instagram (see the map link on the shop card for the location). The official Instagram does not list hours or closing days. Prices, seating, and flavor weight are also not listed officially, so check the shop’s Instagram for its operating status before visiting.
Source: official Instagram and official opening post (checked October 22, 2026).
Nopal Shisha｜No cover charge; opens at 3 PM on weekends and holidays
Nopal Shisha
★ Why go
- No cover charge
- Opens at 3 PM on weekends and holidays
- Has darts and games
- About 380 m straight-line distance from Ikebukuro Station / 3-minute walk from the West Exit (official X)
- Weekdays 5 PM–midnight / weekends and holidays 3 PM–midnight (closing time varies; check official X on the day)
- Shisha ¥2,500 per hookah / drinks from ¥600 / no cover charge (tax status not listed officially)
4F, YS Building Stage Part 2, 1-38-1 Nishi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo. The official X profile lists hours of 5 PM–midnight on weekdays and 3 PM–midnight on weekends and holidays, and says the lounge is a 3-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station’s West Exit. Daily posts sometimes give an 11 PM closing time instead of midnight, so check that day’s hours on official X. Shisha is ¥2,500 per hookah, drinks start at ¥600, and there is no cover charge. Tax status is not listed officially. Cash only. An official Instagram post from March 2024 lists a ¥1,000 sharing fee, drinks from ¥500–¥700, and food at ¥600; check whether those prices still apply. The same post mentions unlimited darts, Nintendo Switch, and card games. Fruit tops require a reservation.
Sources: official X and official Instagram (checked October 22, 2026).
L4L Ikebukuro West Exit｜Unlimited soft drinks, open until 5 AM
L4L Ikebukuro West Exit
★ Why go
- Unlimited soft drinks are included
- Offers single, two-person, and box seats
- Open until 5 AM (last shisha order at 4:25 AM)
- 6 PM–5 AM (shisha last order 4:25 AM; confirm before visiting)
- About 435 m straight-line distance from Ikebukuro Station / 1-minute walk from C6 Exit (official)
- 6 PM–5 AM (shisha last order 4:25 AM; confirm before visiting)
- Shisha ¥1,400 / cover ¥1,400 per person / unlimited soft-drink bar free (incl. tax)
- Single seats, two-person seats, and box seats
4F, Daiko No. 2 Building, 2-12-1 Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo. Official store information lists hours of 6 PM–5 AM, with the last shisha order at 4:25 AM. An older 3 PM–5 AM schedule remains in an excerpt on the official page, so confirm the hours before visiting. Prices include tax: shisha ¥1,400, cover ¥1,400 per person, and a free unlimited soft-drink bar. The official example for one guest is ¥2,800 including tax. Sharing terms and flavor weight are not listed officially. Wi-Fi and outlets are available, and smoking is permitted throughout. Guests may bring soft drinks but not strong-smelling food. Nicotine-free flavors and a free ice hose are also listed.
Source: official store information (checked October 22, 2026).
Shisha Bar Smoky Ikebukuro｜Some days open from the morning
Shisha Bar Smoky Ikebukuro
★ Why go
- Some days start in the morning; check the day’s schedule on official X
- Shisha and cover prices are listed on official X
- Wi-Fi and charging devices are available
- Weekday schedule not listed officially. Daily hours posted on official X; recent examples close at midnight or 5 AM
- About 445 m straight-line distance from Ikebukuro Station / 4-minute walk from the West Exit (official X)
- Weekday schedule not listed officially. Daily hours posted on official X; recent examples close at midnight or 5 AM
- Shisha ¥2,200 per hookah / cover ¥600 per person / drinks from ¥500 (tax status not listed officially)
501, Dai-8 Maejima Building, 2-12-14 Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo. The official X profile describes it as a hookah shop that opens in the morning, but does not list weekday hours. Posts on October 19, 2026, said it would close at midnight; posts on October 20 and 21 said 29:00 (5 AM). Check the day’s schedule on official X. Last order is one hour before closing. Shisha is ¥2,200 per hookah, cover is ¥600 per person, and drinks start at ¥500. Tax status, sharing fees, and flavor weight are not listed officially. Bar-only use is available, and Wi-Fi and charging devices are provided. Guests must show ID when entering. The shop holds events about once a month; its official Instagram announced a pulled-pork event for October 25, 2026.
Sources: official X, official Instagram, and event announcement (checked October 22, 2026).
Shisha Lounge Petaria｜Open until 8 AM; closed Wednesdays
Shisha Lounge Petaria
★ Why go
- Open until 8 AM except Wednesdays
- The official LINE describes it as a small, tucked-away shisha bar
- Wi-Fi and outlets are available
- About 545 m straight-line distance from Ikebukuro Station / 5-minute walk from Fukutoshin Line Ikebukuro Station C6 Exit (official LINE)
- Mon, Tue, Thu 8:30 PM–8 AM / Fri–Sun 5 PM–8 AM / closed Wed; irregular closures, reservations recommended
- Shisha and cover prices not listed officially (official LINE budget range ¥3,001–¥4,000)
Room 202, AIC Ikebukuro, 2-35-2 Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo. Hours are 8:30 PM–8 AM on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, and 5 PM–8 AM on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday; closed Wednesday. Irregular closures are possible, so reservations are recommended. The shop shares its operating calendar on official Instagram or X. Shisha and cover prices are not listed officially; its official LINE shows a budget range of ¥3,001–¥4,000. Free Wi-Fi and outlets are available, smoking is permitted, and cash is accepted. The official Instagram lists Taiwanese tea at ¥800 per pot. Flavor weight is not listed officially.
Sources: official LINE and official Instagram (checked October 22, 2026).
Quick picks and comparison
- Open until 8 AM: Shisha Lounge Petaria
- No cover charge: Nopal Shisha
- Unlimited soft drinks: L4L Ikebukuro West Exit
- Some morning openings: Shisha Bar Smoky Ikebukuro
| Lounge | From Ikebukuro Station | Hours | Price and cover | Seating and facilities | Flavor weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| shishabar C6 | About 375 m straight-line distance | Not listed officially | Not listed officially | Not listed officially | Not listed officially |
| Nopal Shisha | About 380 m straight-line distance / 3-minute walk from West Exit (official) | Weekdays 5 PM–midnight / weekends and holidays 3 PM–midnight (check that day) | Shisha ¥2,500 per hookah, no cover, drinks from ¥600 (tax status not listed) | Darts and games | Not listed officially |
| L4L Ikebukuro West Exit | About 435 m straight-line distance / 1-minute walk from C6 Exit (official) | 6 PM–5 AM, last order 4:25 AM | Shisha ¥1,400, cover ¥1,400 per person (incl. tax), unlimited soft drinks free | Single, two-person, and box seats; Wi-Fi, outlets | Not listed officially |
| Shisha Bar Smoky Ikebukuro | About 445 m straight-line distance / 4-minute walk from West Exit (official) | Posts vary: midnight or 5 AM close; check that day | Shisha ¥2,200 per hookah, cover ¥600 per person, drinks from ¥500 (tax status not listed) | Wi-Fi, charging devices | Not listed officially |
| Shisha Lounge Petaria | About 545 m straight-line distance / 5-minute walk from C6 Exit (official) | Mon, Tue, Thu 8:30 PM–8 AM / Fri–Sun 5 PM–8 AM; closed Wed | Shisha and cover not listed officially | Wi-Fi, outlets | Not listed officially |
Distances are approximate straight-line measurements from a reference point at Ikebukuro Station. Tax status is not listed for some prices; C6 and Petaria do not publish prices in the official information checked. Flavor weight in grams is not listed officially for any of the five lounges. As a general reference, many shops use about 10–12 g per hookah, and moving to 15 g often costs around ¥500 extra; this does not describe the actual amount or price at these shops.
Estimated cost for two
This estimate assumes arrival around 9 PM on a weekday and one hookah shared for about an hour. It includes cover for two, sharing fees confirmed officially, and drinks confirmed as required. It excludes late-night charges after 10 PM, private-room fees, extensions, and optional drinks. Any unknown sharing fee or drink requirement is noted.
| Lounge | Calculation for two | Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| shishabar C6 | Prices not confirmed officially | Check with the shop for the total for two |
| Nopal Shisha | ¥2,500 + ¥600 drinks × 2 | From ¥3,700 (tax status not listed; no cover). A ¥1,000 sharing fee appeared in an official Instagram post from March 2024; check whether it still applies |
| L4L Ikebukuro West Exit | ¥1,400 + ¥1,400 cover × 2 | ¥4,200 incl. tax, with unlimited soft drinks. Sharing terms not listed officially |
| Shisha Bar Smoky Ikebukuro | ¥2,200 + ¥600 cover × 2 | ¥3,400 (tax status not listed). Drink requirement and sharing fee not listed officially |
| Shisha Lounge Petaria | Prices not confirmed officially | Check with the shop for the total for two |
Coverage and character of Ikebukuro North Exit
This guide covers the area north and northwest of JR Ikebukuro Station, including Ikebukuro 2-chome and nearby address 1-38 in Nishi-Ikebukuro. The five lounges are about 375–545 m in straight-line distance from the station; most are small shops on upper floors of buildings in Ikebukuro 2-chome. L4L and Smoky are in neighboring buildings at 2-12, on the fourth and fifth floors.
Compared with the larger shops near the West Exit and chain lounges around the East Exit and Sunshine Street, the north side has more independent, late-night venues. Petaria is open until 8 AM except Wednesdays, and L4L operates from 6 PM until 5 AM. Smoky says it opens in the morning, though its hours vary by day. Official prices allow a two-person estimate of ¥3,700 and up at Nopal, ¥3,400 at Smoky, and ¥4,200 including tax at L4L.
For shops near the West Exit Station area, Romance-dori, and Nishi-Ikebukuro 2–3-chome, see Ikebukuro West Exit shisha lounges. For the East Exit and Sunshine Street, see Ikebukuro East Exit shisha lounges. Also see the Ikebukuro shisha station guide (Japanese) or Tokyo budget shisha guide.
A beginner’s guide to shisha
Shisha heats flavored tobacco or herbs and draws the smoke through water. Even where guests can share one hookah, each person may be charged a cover fee or sharing fee. Confirm prices and the time limit before ordering.
Frequently asked questions
Which shisha lounges near Ikebukuro North Exit stay open late?
Petaria is open until 8 AM except Wednesdays, and L4L stays open until 5 AM. Smoky opens in the morning on some days, and its closing time also varies, so check the day’s schedule on official X.
Which lounge has no cover charge?
Nopal lists no cover charge on its official X profile. Shisha is ¥2,500 per hookah and drinks start at ¥600; tax status is not listed officially.
How much does it cost for two?
For one hookah shared by two for about an hour, arriving around 9 PM on a weekday, the estimates based on official information are ¥3,400 at Smoky, from ¥3,700 at Nopal, and ¥4,200 including tax at L4L. Some conditions, such as sharing fees, are unconfirmed, so check the official information before visiting. C6 and Petaria do not publish prices in the official sources checked.
Before you visit
Shops checked for closure or relocation
No shop in this guide’s coverage area was confirmed through official sources as closed or relocated during this check.
Sources
- shishabar C6 official Instagram (checked October 22, 2026)
- shishabar C6 official Instagram post (checked October 22, 2026)
- Nopal Shisha official X (checked October 22, 2026)
- Nopal Shisha official Instagram (checked October 22, 2026)
- L4L Ikebukuro West Exit official (checked October 22, 2026)
- Shisha Bar Smoky Ikebukuro official X (checked October 22, 2026)
- Shisha Bar Smoky Ikebukuro official Instagram (checked October 22, 2026)
- Shisha Bar Smoky Ikebukuro official Instagram post (checked October 22, 2026)
- Shisha Lounge Petaria official LINE (checked October 22, 2026)
- Shisha Lounge Petaria official Instagram (checked October 22, 2026)