A cozy, award-winning ramen restaurant in Kyoto known for its delicate dashi-based broths and house-made noodles, presenting a sophisticated twist on traditional ramen dishes.
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A beloved pilgrimage spot for noodle enthusiasts, this small, unassuming ramen shop delivers serious flavor and has earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand for nine years running. According to the owners, the secret to its success lies in the broth, made without animal fat or oil and built on the finest bonito flakes, simmered at precise temperatures for maximum flavor, and sourced from Kagoshima Prefecture.
The shop is extremely well known, yet seats only about twelve hungry souls, so come early and be prepared to wait. Thankfully, there’s a ticket system that lets you return at a designated time, or you can opt for full cultural immersion and line up with the staggering patience locals have in this country for queuing. Nishiki Market is nearby for a quick stroll if you’re holding a ticket and want an appetizer. The soy sauce based ramen is all the rage, but no matter what you order, you’re in for ramen perfected by the masters, straight out of your Tampopo fantasy, a great Japanese film that will make you appreciate ramen culture even more if you haven’t seen it. This is ramen to write home about.
Facilities & Services
- Operating Hours: Daily from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM and 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM.byfood.com
- Reservations: Not accepted; priority seating available through an online system with a ¥500 per-person booking fee.
- Seating: 10 counter seats.
- Menu: English menu available.
- Dietary Options: Specialty ramen dishes featuring dashi-based broths without animal fats.
- Accessibility: Due to limited seating, patrons may experience wait times during peak hours.
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