[Opening 4/25] Oita-born Popular Mala Tang Specialty Restaurant 'Fuen Mala Tang' Opens First Store in Kusatsu City, Shiga Prefecture! Rapidly Growing Brand Aiming for 100 Stores Nationwide Expands into Kusatsu Area.
Fuen Mala Tang, a popular Mala Tang specialty restaurant originating from Oita, is opening its first store in Kusatsu City, Shiga Prefecture, accelerating its nationwide expansion.
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On Saturday, April 25, 2026, we will open 'Fuen Mala Tang' (pronounced: Fuen Maratan), a specialty Mala Tang restaurant, within 'Kintetsu Department Store Kusatsu Store' in Kusatsu City, Shiga Prefecture. The brand, which currently has 35 stores confirmed nationwide and is rapidly growing towards a 100-store system, is finally making its first foray into the Kusatsu area. We will deliver a new dining experience where customers can create their original bowl using authentic medicinal soup, leveraging the convenience of being directly connected to Kusatsu Station, and integrating it into the daily lives of a wide range of customers.
■ Dozens of Ingredients to Choose From! The Joy of Creating 'A One-of-a-Kind Bowl in the World'
The store offers dozens of ingredients, including fresh vegetables, meats, seafood, and processed fish products. Customers can freely choose their favorite ingredients to create their original Mala Tang. The spiciness of the soup can also be adjusted, allowing a wide range of customers, from spicy food lovers to health-conscious individuals who want to savor the medicinal flavors, and those returning from work, to enjoy 'their own unique deliciousness'.
■ Praised by Takafumi Horie. Overwhelming Satisfaction Backed by Google Reviews
Our taste has received high praise from Takafumi Horie (Horie-mon), also known as a gourmet. We also maintain high scores in Google reviews for each store. Enthusiastic user reviews such as 'My concept of Mala Tang has changed' and 'I want to come every day' are posted daily, and this high level of satisfaction creates a virtuous cycle that attracts even more new customers.
■ 'The Joy of Choosing' Brings Smiles. A Challenge Towards 100 Stores Nationwide
Our restaurant adopts an experiential service style where customers choose their favorite ingredients for their bowl, completing their own unique dish. The process itself can be enjoyed as entertainment.
Currently, 35 stores are confirmed nationwide, and this opening at 'Kintetsu Department Store Kusatsu Store' is positioned as one of the important bases for building a future 100-store system nationwide. Through this, we will further promote the realization of our vision to 'deliver smiles throughout Japan through Mala Tang'.
[Opening Commemorative Campaign]
100 Yen Off with Instagram Follow
Details: For one month from opening
Period: April 25, 2026 - May 25 (1 month)
Official Instagram is here
[Store Overview]
Store Name: Fuen Mala Tang Kintetsu Department Store Kusatsu Store
Address: 1-1-50 Shibukawa, Kusatsu City, Shiga Prefecture 525-0026 Kintetsu Department Store 5F
Access: Approx. 2 minutes walk from JR Kusatsu Station East Exit
Business Hours: Subject to facility operating hours
Closed: Subject to facility closing days
[Contact Information]
TPS Corporation
Email: info@tps22.com
FAQ
When is the opening date for Fuen Mala Tang's Kusatsu store?
It is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, 2026.
What kind of restaurant is Fuen Mala Tang?
It is a Mala Tang specialty restaurant originating from Oita, characterized by allowing customers to freely choose from dozens of ingredients to create their own unique bowl. It uses authentic medicinal soup.
What number store is the Kusatsu location in the national chain?
Currently, 35 stores are confirmed nationwide, and the Kusatsu store is part of this expansion. The ultimate goal is to reach 100 stores nationwide.
Is there an opening commemorative campaign?
Yes, for one month from opening (April 25, 2026 - May 25), customers who follow the official Instagram account will receive a 100 yen discount.
What is the location and access information for the Kusatsu store?
It is located on the 5th floor of Kintetsu Department Store Kusatsu Store, 1-1-50 Shibukawa, Kusatsu City, Shiga Prefecture, and is approximately a 2-minute walk from the East Exit of JR Kusatsu Station.