Ramen

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

A relatively light Jiro-style ramen in Ueno. However, while light, the noodle portion is Jiro-style.”FUJIN NO BUTA”

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Everyone’s favorite Jiro-style ramen. This time I went to “Fūjin no Buta.” It’s a shop standing all by itself just a few minutes’ walk from Ueno Station. Jiro-kei Ramen “FUJIN NO BUTA” Even Japanese people would consider ¥900 for this amount quite cheap.Jiro-style ramen is so addictive that just seeing this photo makes my mouth … Read more

A staple “Iekei ramen” shop in Tokyo. Adjust your condition to the ramen.

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The taste is on the salty side, but it’s the ultimate reward after working up a sweat.If you’re Japanese and love ramen, my recommendations are spot-on. Born and raised in Tokyo, I’m recommending the real deal—standard ramen. In other words, world-class. This shop is a typical ramen restaurant, yet it’s already clear they make beautiful … Read more

The secret to black ramen lies in its soy sauce. Black Ramen

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Black Ramen When it comes to ramen in Toyama Prefecture, it’s all about Black Ramen.　The secret to its black color lies in the soy sauce. Using black soy sauce achieves this hue. Its flavor is milder than other soy sauces, with less saltiness. However, the pepper is quite pronounced, making its spiciness stand out. This … Read more

Jiro-style ramen with black ramen! Go for it! Ebisuko in Toyama

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Jiro-style ramen with black ramen

Jiro-style ramen with black ramen A shop in Toyama Prefecture that blends Jiro-style ramen with black ramen. I’ll tell you about a ramen shop that’ll fill you up. Black Ramen Toyama Prefecture’s specialty “Black Ramen” The reason Toyama Black Ramen is black is due to its generous use of dark soy sauce and the large … Read more

Overflowing ramen. Jiro-style ramen! Ramen Taro in Gotanda

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Jiro-style ramen Two stops from Shinagawa Station, a short walk from Gotanda Station, there’s an aggressive ramen shop. Ramen Taro: The Battle of Gotanda The name of the shop is Ramen Taro: The Battlefield of Gotanda.Before I knew it, eating Jiro-style ramen had come to be called a battle. This calorie bomb makes me lose … Read more