Yes, you’re seeing it correctly! This isn’t a trick, a mistake, or just me trolling. Sometimes, you just find yourself curious about how the everyday ramen tastes in Japan. When I say everyday, I’m talking about the unbranded ramen you’d find in food courts and such. Well, here’s one for you, straight from Ashikaga Flower Park.
Ramen at Ashikaga Flower Park | Ashikaga, Japan | 40/100 Read Post »
A key characteristic is the use of fresh, clear spring water in both the soup and noodle-making process, lending a distinct deliciousness to the dish. Handmade noodles, crafted with green bamboo, exemplify another hallmark of Sano Ramen, reminiscent of traditional methods depicted in documentaries where ramen chefs step on dough and bounce on bamboo poles to knead it, or wield giant axe-like knives to cut the dough into strands of noodles.
Sano Ramen Ittetsu | Sano, Japan | 90/100 Read Post »
Owned by Matsumura-san, a former French cuisine chef turned ramen aficionado, Ginza Hachigo has made waves since its inception. With a background in Tokyo’s luxurious hotel scene, Matsumura-san’s leap into the ramen world has proven a resounding success, garnering a devoted following in the local culinary scene. Imagine ramen meets French fine-dining – this is how the experience feels like.
Ginza Hachigo | Tokyo, Japan | 100/100 Read Post »
Hailing from Okinawa, Ryukyu Shinmen Tondou is renowned not just for its delicious ramen, but also for its unique offerings tailored for men and women. The “Otoko-aji” ramen features a rich, milky soup made from pork bones boiled for over 18 hours, topped with chashu, kikurage mushrooms, bean sprouts, and green onions.
Ryukyu Shinmen Tondou at Shin-Yokohama Raumen Museum | Yokohama, Japan | 55/100 Read Post »
A restaurant that gained viral fame for being the most challenging ramen spot to reach in Japan is Rishiri Ramen Miraku, nestled in the remote northern corner of Hokkaido on Rishiri Island. This hidden gem also holds the distinction of being a “Bib Gourmand” restaurant in the Michelin Guide Hokkaido 2017 Special Edition.
Rishiki Ramen Miraku at Shin-Yokohama Raumen Museum | Yokohama, Japan | 80/100 Read Post »
The Japan Ramen Festival, known as Dai Tsukemen Haku, is launching a new edition in Yokosuka, Kanagawa Prefecture, titled the Yokosuka Ramen Fleet. Held at Mikasa Park over four consecutive weekends in April and May, the festival features 32 ramen shops from across Japan, showcasing a variety of styles including Hokkaido miso ramen, Hakata tonkotsu, and Yokohama Iekei ramen. It’s expected to draw ramen enthusiasts from across the Kanto region this spring.
Nodoguro Tsukemen Smile at Yokosuka Ramen Fleet | Yokosuka, Japan | 65/100 Read Post »
The rich, thick soup boasts a gravy-like consistency. Despite being fish-based which sometimes can have a strong fishy taste, the soup expertly balances its flavors, delivering a sweet and savory umami-packed experience. Its deep seafood sweetness lingers long after each sip.
Heihachi Ramen at Yokosuka Ramen Fleet | Yokosuka, Japan | 90/100 Read Post »
Yoshimuraya (吉村家) holds the distinction of being the birthplace of iekei style tonkotsu-shoyu ramen, a creation that has attained legendary status since its inception in 1974. Renowned for its rich history and unparalleled flavor, this ramen shop has garnered widespread acclaim, drawing crowds with its iconic dishes.
Yoshimuraya Main Store | Yokohama, Japan | 70/100 Read Post »
Established in 1964, The Houraimen’s website proudly asserts itself as the pioneer of China Soba. But being just barely 60 years since makes one wonder – is the iconic ramen dish really that young? However, the truth behind its origins unveils a lengthy narrative.
Houraiken Ramen | Kofu, Japan | 55/100 Read Post »
