Hellishly addictive and famously fiery, Kikanbo’s Kanda flagship serves miso ramen loaded with chili and numbing pepper—Tokyo’s ultimate test for spice lovers.
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Karashibi Miso Ramen Kikanbo Kanda Honten is where Tokyo’s spice fiends go to sweat, slurp, and surrender. Known for its signature karashibi blend—kara (spicy red chili) and shibi (tongue-tingling Sichuan peppercorn)—the shop lets you choose your preferred level of pain and pleasure, from mild warmth to demonic heat. The miso-based broth is rich, smoky, and complex, topped with tender chashu, menma, and a dramatic cloud of chili flakes and pepper oil. The setting matches the ramen’s intensity, with oni (demon) masks, thundering taiko drums, and red lighting that amplifies the sensory overload. Cash only, no reservations, and always a line—Kikanbō is not just a meal, it’s a rite of passage for adventurous eaters.
Facilities & Services
- Karai (Chili) & Shibi (Numbing Pepper) Custom Levels
- Counter Seating Only
- No Reservations Accepted
- Takeout Available (Limited)
- Short Walk from Kanda Station
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