The blue ramen here, in particular, has gone viral more than once—thanks to its hypnotic hue and photogenic presentation—but there’s more to it than looks. Built on a shio-style base and paired with tender sous-vide chicken, this is a lighter, cleaner bowl that doesn’t lose its character.
Kipposhi | Tokyo, Japan | 75/100 Read Post »
Famous for its creamy tori paitan—a thick, indulgent chicken-based broth—this small shop delivers a refined twist on traditional ramen without shouting for attention. With only around eight counter seats, the intimate setup feels more like a chef’s bar than a typical ramen‑ya.
Ginza Kagari 銀座篝 | Tokyo, Japan | 95/100 Read Post »
Tsukumo Ramen Ebisu Honten has carved out its own space in the Tokyo ramen scene with something a little unexpected—cheese. Known for grating generous amounts of Hokkaido Gouda directly into its bowls, this ramen shop offers a creamy, umami-rich twist that sets it apart from the usual shoyu or tonkotsu-heavy lineup across the city.
Tsukumo Ramen Ebisu Honten 九十九ラーメン 恵比寿本店 | Tokyo, Japan | 90/100 Read Post »
Tucked in a quiet corner near the docks of Kitashinagawa, Ramen Kaniryu brings a crab-infused bowl to Tokyo’s ramen scene. The shopfront is flashy with a izakaya vibe that seems out of the blue in a quiet area of town, if not for the steady line of customers.
Ramen Kaniryu | Tokyo, Japan | 70/100 Read Post »
This Tokyo shop takes the richness of lobster bisque and reworks it into a ramen experience that leans more French bistro than classic ramen-ya. No tonkotsu, no chicken paitan—just shellfish, cream, and a quiet confidence that it can stand on its own.
Ebimaru Ramen | Tokyo, Japan | 100/100 Read Post »
The setup is simple, the broth changes with the catch of the day, and there’s even a grilled rice ball waiting at the end if you’re the kind who drinks your soup down to the last drop.
Menya Kaijin Shinjuku Ten | Tokyo, Japan | 75/100 Read Post »
Sushi & Aburi Iguchi might sound like your next go-to for flame-seared sushi, but the real surprise lies in the back—where they’ve teamed up with Tokyo’s Toratake Ramen to bring a slice of the Japanese ramen scene to Singapore.
Sushi & Aburi Iguchi | Singapore | 95/100 Read Post »
Milan might not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of a serious bowl of noodles, but this modern, Japanese-Italian ramen bar has quietly built a loyal following. If you’re the type who’s always on the lookout for interesting ramen, Casa Ramen might just pique your curiosity.
Casa Ramen | Milan, Italy | 45/100 Read Post »
Yoshinoya isn’t just about beef bowls anymore. The Japanese chain recently announced it’s officially venturing into ramen — a move that might surprise some, but not me. I actually tried their ramen a few years ago at Tokyo’s Narita Airport, back when that was the only Yoshinoya outlet in the world serving it.
Yoshinoya | Singapore | 35/100 Read Post »
