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I went to a famous, long-established restaurant to try their cheese ramen again and see if the taste had changed.

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I’ve never seen cheese ramen anywhere else in Japan except here. This restaurant has been around for quite a while. I went there a few times when I was a student, so it’s a renowned establishment that’s been in business for over 20 years. “Tsukumo Ramen” “Tsukumo Ramen” It’s located about a 20-minute walk from … Read more

“Butayama,” a “Jiro-style” ramen shop with a long line at Tokyo Ramen Street—I went to check out its flavor.

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“Butayama,” a famous ramen shop even in Tokyo, is located in the basement of Tokyo Station, in an area known as “Ramen Street,” where famous ramen shops from all over Japan are lined up side by side. Among them, “this is the only place that serves Jiro-style ramen.” Jiro-kei Ramen “Butayama” For several years now, … Read more

A surprising restaurant. A sushi and ramen set. Since both are craftsman-driven trades, this combination makes for a surprising restaurant.

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I’m Japanese. I found a restaurant that even surprised me—a place where you can enjoy a set meal featuring both sushi and ramen. I was curious, so I decided to check it out. This combination is rare in Japan. I’ve included the location at the end. That comes to 1,500 yen. Storefront It feels mysterious … Read more

Surprisingly, Toyama Prefecture’s miso ramen was delicious. Menya Tsukushi in Toyama Prefecture.

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The miso ramen shop inside Toyama Station. While the main branch is located away from the station, the station shop is convenient for travelers.Why is Toyama known for miso ramen? Nagano Prefecture is famous for miso, with the term “Shinshu miso” existing. While black ramen is actually Toyama Prefecture’s specialty, I enjoyed the miso ramen. … Read more

When you come to Japan, be sure to try it. “KIPPOSHI.”

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Even I, as a Japanese person, rarely see blue ramen. The store was previously located in Shibuya, but it has since moved to the Hamamatsucho area of Tokyo. Besides blue ramen with sea bream, scallops, and ginger, there are colorful ramen dishes in various flavors. The restaurant isn’t very spacious, seating only about five or … Read more

Be sure to try miso ramen in Hokkaido and Nagano. It’s a mild ramen that isn’t greasy, among the ramen that Japanese people are proud of.

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True Nagano natives don’t call it Nagano; they call it Shinshu. This is an old custom from people long ago, stemming from historical integration. Miso Ramen Houshin Nagano Prefecture is famous for its miso. Many mountainous regions specialize in products that skillfully utilize koji. The traditional construction of an old folk house. It has character. … Read more