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Ramen Blog

Welcome to the 5AM Ramen Blog - your insider guide to Japan’s best bowls, hidden shops, and ramen culture. From Tokyo to Sapporo, this ramen blog serves up reviews, tips, and deep dives for true noodle lovers.

No. 1 Saitama Shio Ramen – Zenya

For shio ramen in Saitama, Zenya dominates. In fact, Zenya’s salt-seasoned (shio) ramen is regarded as one of Japan's best.

May 2, 20211 min read

Yuzu Shio Ramen – Japan’s Best? [IRUCA]

Yuzu Shio Ramen – is this the finest version in Japan? Let’s just say that Tokyo ramen shop IRUCA has blown me away.

May 1, 20212 min read

Top Ogikubo Miso Ramen – Hook

For Ogikubo miso ramen, look no further than "Hook". In Tokyo’s ramen-heavy Ogikubo area, Hook serves masterfully crafted, rich bowls.

Apr 25, 20212 min read

Takasaki Ramen - Best 5

Takasaki Ramen! An hour train ride from Tokyo, Takasaki is home to several impressive ramen shops.

Apr 21, 20212 min read

Best Fukuoka Ramen – 10 Must Visit [Tonkotsu Ramen]

A best of Fukuoka Ramen list of course means tonkotsu (pork bone) ramen! These 10 are must visits.

Apr 14, 20214 min read

Duck Ramen in Tokyo - Best 5

Duck Ramen in Tokyo – consider these the BEST 5! These awesome ramen shops are all about duck.

Apr 3, 20213 min read

Top Naka-Meguro Miso Ramen – Yadoya

In Naka-Meguro, miso ramen shop Yadoya (八堂八) is confident for a reason. Their cauldron hot, gentle tasting miso ramen is one of the best...

Mar 25, 20212 min read

2 Kilo Heavy, Meaty Ramen At Butayama

Meaty Ramen like no other! Tokyo ramen chain Butayama serves an insane 2 KILO (4.4 pound) ramen!

Mar 17, 20212 min read

Legendary Ramen in West Fukuoka – Anzen Shokudo

For ramen in West Fukuoka, Anzen Shokudo is legendary. Their storied pork bone ramen is relatively mild, but bursting with flavors.

Mar 10, 20212 min read

Jinrui Mina Menrui - Best Osaka Ramen In Tokyo

Jinrui Mina Menrui - many feel they're the best Osaka ramen shop. They now have a shop in Tokyo too!

Feb 28, 20212 min read

Best Oshiage Ramen – Takesue Tokyo Premium near Skytree

Oshiage ramen near Skytree doesn’t get better than Takesue Tokyo Premium. Premium meats in the ramen!

Feb 20, 20212 min read

Tantan Medaka - Ramen And Gundam

Gundam and Ramen? Why not? Medaka Tantan in West Tokyo (Higashi-Nakagami) is known for its spicy ramen.

Feb 12, 20211 min read

2 Hr Wait Ramen in Nishi-Shinjuku [SHIMA]

Among ramen shops in Nishi-Shinjuku, Ramenya Shima (らぁ麺や嶋) stands tall. Shima and their delicious ramen have taken the Tokyo ramen world...

Feb 3, 20212 min read

Mitaka Ramen- Top 10 Restaurants

Mitaka ramen TOP 10! Home to the Ghibli Museum, this West Tokyo area has incredible ramen shops.

Jan 29, 20214 min read

Ramen in Saitama – No. 1 Ranked [Yotsuba]

Among shops serving ramen in Saitama, Chukasoba Yotsuba (中華そば四つ葉) is ranked no. 1! This is in ALL OF Saitama. Their carefully crafted...

Jan 27, 20212 min read

Best Azabu-Juban Ramen: Ichikoro 156

The best Azabu-Juban ramen is Tori Soba Ichikoro 156, with their creamy chicken ramen.

Jan 22, 20212 min read

Ore no Sora: Fun, Rich Ramen in Takadanobaba

Ore no Sora (俺の空) is one of the most popular ramen shops in Tokyo’s ramen-heavy Takadanobaba neighborhood. Their rich and thick ramen is...

Jan 20, 20211 min read

Tokyo Shio Ramen - Best 10 Shops

Tokyo shio ramen (salt-seasoned ramen)! From Michelin star ramen to ramen that almost tastes like sashimi, let’s dive in!

Jan 13, 20214 min read

Miyazaki Ramen: Four Fabulous Ramen Shops

Miyazaki Ramen. While tasty tonkotsu is most common, the ramen in Miyazaki is surprisingly varied.

Jan 10, 20212 min read

TOP Dumpling Ramen in Hamadayama [Tantantei]

For fabulous dumpling ramen near Hamadayama station (Suginami City), visit Tantantei (たんたん亭)! Dating back to 1977, they’re a Tokyo ramen...

Jan 8, 20211 min read

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