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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.


Silky Chukasoba Ramen at Murata in Nakameguro
Murata in Nakameguro serves silky, modern chukasoba and shio ramen - simple but tasty bowls.
Dec 6, 20191 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


Oni Soba Fujiya Premium - Tokyo Lobster Ramen
For Tokyo lobster ramen, Oni Soba Fujiya Premium in Shibuya has got you covered!
Oct 2, 20192 min read


Spicy Ramen Perfection at Kikanbo in Tokyo
Spicy ramen doesn’t get better than Kikanbo. Their hot miso ramen is the definition of “umakara”.
Aug 7, 20192 min read


Takadanobaba Ramen: Chicken Ramen at Kageyama
Kageyama is an excellent choice when it comes to Takadanobaba ramen. Their showpiece is a fusion tori paitan.
Jul 19, 20191 min read


Amazing Dumpling Ramen in Meguro: Kazuya
Among the shops serving ramen in Meguro, Kaduya is a champion. Their old-school approach and refined ingredients make for exquisitely delicious ramen.
Jun 9, 20192 min read


Yakumo Ramen - Refined Dumpling Ramen
Yakumo in Tokyo is one of the city's most celebrated ramen shops, known for its exceptional dumplings.
May 21, 20191 min read


New Tokyo Ramen Tour: Make Ramen Like a Pro
On this brand new tour, you’ll get to make ramen alongside one of Tokyo’s best ramen chefs. You’ll also get a behind-the-scenes look at the inner workings of a ramen shop kitchen! Inside one of Tokyo’s Top Ramen Shops This experience takes place in one of Tokyo’s top ramen shops. You’ll get to meet and work with the owner, a well-known figure in the ramen world. Make Ramen like a Pro The ramen making includes everything from ladling the broth to carefully adding toppings at
May 19, 20191 min read


Historic Ramen in Shibuya: Kiraku
Kiraku in Shibuya has been serving nostalgic ramen since 1952. Don't miss the moyashi wontonmen.
Apr 29, 20192 min read


Hashigo - Traditional Tantanmen, Ramen in Ginza
Shinamen Hashigo has ladled out traditional and tasty tantanmen and ramen in Ginza since 1964.
Apr 14, 20191 min read


Best Duck Ramen in Tokyo (Ueno): Kamo to Negi
Since 2016, Kamo to Negi (らーめん鴨to葱) has served what’s probably the absolute best duck ramen in Tokyo.
Mar 10, 20192 min read


Hokkaido Style Ramen in Ginza - Funamizaka
Ramen eatery Funamizaka makes great ramen in Ginza – bowls that will make you feel like you’re in Hokkaido.
Jan 27, 20191 min read


Bazoku: The Best Handmade Noodles in Tokyo
Ramen shop Bazoku in Asakusa arguably has the best handmade noodles in Tokyo.
Jan 10, 20192 min read


Tokyo Ramen Show 2018: Uni Ramen to Premium Kelp Ramen, 12 Bowls
This year’s Tokyo Ramen Show at Komazawa Park was spectacular, featuring 36 hand-picked ramen shops from all over Japan. Over eleven...
Nov 13, 20184 min read


Tokyo Ramen Tasting Tour: The Ultimate Ramen Experience in Japan
Tokyo’s only Ramen Tasting Tour includes 6 mini bowls at three delicious ramen shops.
Oct 22, 20182 min read


Mapo Tofu Ramen Tokyo: The Fiery Bowl You Can’t Miss
Mapo Tofu Ramen Tokyo heats up Nakameguro with spicy mapo tofu over noodles at Sanpoutei’s ramen lab.
Oct 1, 20182 min read


Vegetable-Heavy, Camping Themed Curry in Tokyo
For a healthy, vegetable-heavy curry in Tokyo, try curry shop Camp. Their fantastic curry is served at 7 shops in Tokyo (24 in Japan)...
Apr 29, 20181 min read


Miharu – Tokyo Abura Soba loved by locals
Ramen shop Miharu every day painstakingly prepares a Tokyo abura soba loved by locals. Reasonably priced at ¥830, Miharu’s abura soba...
Mar 25, 20182 min read


Lamb Ramen that’s Life-Changing: Mensho Tokyo
Mensho Tokyo isn’t afraid to experiment. They’ve created a masterpiece – life-changing lamb ramen!
Feb 27, 20182 min read


Tasty Chicken Ramen – Menya Fujishiro in Meguro
Menya Fujishiro keeps it simple - just one specialty: rich chicken ramen, done to perfection. This cozy 11 seater ramen shop is close to Meguro station.
Jan 26, 20181 min read
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