Men-ya Inoichi Hanare - Michelin Ramen in Kyoto
Men-ya Inoichi Hanare in Kyoto serves ramen saluted by Michelin. They're most famous for dipping ramen!
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Ramen Blog
The 5 AM Ramen blog dives deep into the world of ramen. "Best Ramen Lists" include top picks in Tokyo and elsewhere in Japan. Check out "Not Ramen" for other delicious food.
Nippon Ramen Rin Inside Tokyo Station
Nippon Ramen Rin is conveniently located inside Tokyo station. Their light chicken ramen is outstanding.
Gyokusentei - Historical Ramen in Yokohama
Gyokusentei in Yokohama is one of Japan's oldest ramen restaurants. Its history can be traced back to 1918!
Bingiri - My Favorite Tokyo Spicy Ramen
Bingiri has to be my favorite for spicy ramen in Tokyo. Their ramen is insanely spicy but overflows with flavor.
Shokudo Namae - Top-Tier Ramen in Kitakata
Shokudo Namae has been serving tasty ramen in Kitakata since 1972. They're one of the highest ranked shops in Japan too.
Tokyo's Best Clam Ramen? CLAM & BONITO 貝節麺 raik
Is this Tokyo's Best clam ramen? Many think so. CLAM & BONITO raik does an amazing clam ramen.
Ramen Kanaya - Super Rich Tonkotsu Ramen
Award-winning Ramen Kanaya serves some of the richest tonkotsu (pork bone) ramen in all of Tokyo.
Ramen Hirai - First-Class Ramen in Fuchu
Ramen Hirai in Fuchu, Tokyo has bagged awards left and right. The house special is a tsukemen (dipping ramen).
Chukasoba Kotetsu - Michelin Ramen in Shimokitazawa
Chukasoba Kotetsu in Shimokitazawa, Tokyo is a quaint ramen shop that's garnered the attention of Michelin.
Miso Ramen Kakitagawa Hibari in Ebisu
Miso Ramen Kakitagawa Hibari is one of the best for ramen in Ebisu. They serve spectacular miso ramen.
Ramen Nijubunnoichi - Tokyo's Best Shio Ramen
Ramen Nijubunnoichi is my no. 1 pick for shio (salt) ramen in Tokyo. It's even recommended by Michelin.
Hoshijirushi - Top Yokohama Ramen
Hoshijirushi is one of Yokohama's top ranked ramen shops. Spot the star star outside and you'll know you've arrived.
Ramen Iida Shoten - Japan's Ramen Holy Grail
Ramen Iida Shoten is Japan's no. 1 ranked ramen shop! It's nearly impossible to reserve. But I did.
Ramen Break Beats - Magnificence in Yutenji
Ramen Break Beats has gotten a crazy amount of buzz since opening. This is more than warranted!
Homemade Ramen Muginae - Tokyo's Finest
Homemade Ramen Muginae is one of Tokyo's premier ramen shops. Their ramen is Michelin acclaimed too.
Japanese Ramen Noodle Lab Q - Craft Ramen in Sapporo
Japanese Ramen Noodle Lab Q is one of Sapporo's finest ramen shops. Their shoyu ramen is delightful.
Menya Takahashi - Sapporo's Best Tsukemen
Menya Takahashi serves Sapporo's best tsukemen (dipping ramen)! It's one of the best in the country too.
Piriri - Spectacular Tantanmen in Suitengumae
Piriri serves tasty tantanmen (dan dan noodles) in Suitengumae, Tokyo. Choose a white or black sesame.
Berabou - Top Ramen in Iidabashi
Berabou has quickly become one of the top spots for ramen in Iidabashi and ramen in Tokyo.
Renge no Gotoku - Tasty Tantanmen in Shibuya
Renge no Gotoku is the best spot for tantanmen in Shibuya. Order it with deep fried pork rib (paiko)!
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