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The 5 AM Ramen Blog
Welcome to the 5AM Ramen Blog — where Japan's best ramen isn't just ranked, it's experienced. From tiny Tokyo counters to snow-covered Sapporo shops, exploring the bowls that matter — the classics, the innovators, and the shops locals line up for. Reviews, deep dives, and real ramen culture from someone who lives it.


Miyazaki Ramen: Four Fabulous Ramen Shops
Miyazaki Ramen. While tasty tonkotsu is most common, the ramen in Miyazaki is surprisingly varied.
Jan 10, 20213 min read


WASEDA Ramen – TOP 5, Deliciously Different
These are the very best Waseda ramen shops! From refined shio and cult-favorite tsukemen to buttery abura soba.
Jan 5, 20213 min read
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Aomori Ramen – TOP 5 [Aomori City]
Here are 5 amazing places for AOMORI RAMEN. These are all in Aomori City – from miso curry milk ramen to the local favorite, (fish)...
Nov 15, 20203 min read


Hachioji Ramen Shops – TOP 5
Top 5 Hachioji ramen shops! Hachioji is 40 km from central Tokyo, right next to the ever popular Mount Takao. Hachioji has fantastic...
Nov 8, 20202 min read


Higashi-Nakano Ramen - 3 Must Visits
Higashi-Nakano area ramen! From Michelin recognized to classic ramen, these are must visits.
Oct 3, 20202 min read


10 Premium 7-Eleven Ramen in Japan
7-Eleven Ramen in Japan – delicious and available 24 hours! Here are TEN of their premium top sellers.
Aug 25, 20204 min read


Tokyo Ramen Street – Top 3 To Visit
Tokyo Ramen Street under Tokyo Station houses 8 wildly different ramen shops. Not sure which to visit?
Jun 8, 20202 min read


Jimbocho Ramen Shops – Delicious TOP 10
The Jimbocho ramen scene runs deep. Real deep. From classic shoyu to lavish lobster bisque ramen, these are my top 10 picks in one of Tokyo’
May 20, 20204 min read


Shin-Koiwa Ramen – Mighty Top 5
For Shin-Koiwa ramen, these 3 ramen restaurants are a deliciously safe bet. From dinosaur-sized pork ramen to beautiful duck ramen, they...
May 12, 20203 min read


Top 5 Unique Tsukemen in Tokyo, Including Italian?
My top 5 picks for unique tsukemen (dipping ramen) in Tokyo - from rich lamb tsukemen to tomato tsukemen!
Feb 3, 20203 min read


Top 6 Roppongi Ramen Shops Open Late (5 AM Special)
After a night out in raucous Roppongi, ramen is the perfect nightcap. From creamy tonkotsu to burnt miso ramen, here are 6 Roppongi ramen...
Dec 22, 20192 min read


Kinshicho Ramen Top 5 (near Tokyo Sky Tree)
Here are 5 Kinshicho ramen shops you need to visit – from rich oyster ramen to vegetable heavy tanmen.
Nov 30, 20193 min read


Ikebukuro Ramen BEST 10: Buttery Miso to Green Ramen
Ikebukuro ramen guide featuring our top picks! From rich miso to clean shio and modern chicken ramen, these are the best bowls in Ikebukuro.
Oct 5, 20194 min read


3 Incredible Shops for Classic Kyoto Ramen
These 3 Kyoto ramen shops have much history! Since as early as 1938, they’ve been serving Kyoto customers.
Sep 2, 20192 min read


10 Best Shibuya Ramen Shops: Classic to Modern
These are the very best Shibuya ramen shops – the cream of the ramen crop! Shibuya is a ramen paradise.
Aug 15, 20194 min read


5 Best Osaka Ramen Shops – Duck to Chicken Mousse
Here are 5 of the best Osaka ramen shops, from chicken mousse ramen to luxurious duck ramen.
Jul 21, 20193 min read


Best Kagoshima Ramen: 5 Fantastic Shops
For Kagoshima ramen, here are 5 must visit ramen shops in Kagoshima City. From rich and fatty tonkotsu ramen to modern miso ramen,...
Jul 15, 20192 min read


Fish Ramen in Shinjuku – 5 Must Try Shops
From sea bream to shrimp ball toppings, here are 5 shops you have to try for fish ramen in Shinjuku!
Mar 18, 20193 min read


Where to Eat Hiroshima Ramen: 3 Famous Shops
Hiroshima Ramen is not as well-known as Onomichi Ramen. But Hiroshima City ramen is incredible.
Feb 17, 20193 min read


3 Tremendous Tokushima Ramen Shops
The mysterious island of Shikoku is best known for udon. But Tokushima Ramen is Shikoku’s answer to ramen. It’s famed for its simple tonkotsu / soy sauce blend, and raw egg and sliced pork toppings. Here are 3 Tremendous Tokushima Ramen shops in Tokushima City. Todai (ラーメン東大 大道本店) Ramen shop Todai is open until 4 AM! Many Tokushima locals like to dive head first into a bowl after drinking. The salty, fatty broth is distinctively Tokushima brown. This is from the blending of
Nov 2, 20182 min read
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