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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.

Delicious Ramen-Udon Hybrid [Chukasoba Kitsune]

Near Roka-koen station (Tokyo), Chukasoba Kitsune (中華蕎麦きつね) serves a ramen that’s deliciously unique. Complete with giant fried tofu,...

Oct 7, 20201 min read

Why Chukasoba Chigonoki is Always in My Tokyo Rotation

Chukasoba Chigonoki in Tokyo serves standout ramen—from fish-forward bowls to soupless creations.

Oct 4, 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

Menya Sho - Greatest Shio Ramen in Shinjuku

Menya Sho is the heavyweight champ when it comes to shio ramen in Shinjuku! They're a must visit.

Sep 30, 20202 min read

Michelin Worthy Ramen at Koike

For Kami-Kitazawa area ramen, Koike rules. Their complex, gentle niboshi ramen is even recommended by Michelin.

Sep 26, 20201 min read

Comfort Ramen in Yutenji - Jyanmaru

For ramen in Yutenji, Jyanmaru hits home. Choose from their lighter or heavier pork bone powered ramen.

Sep 21, 20202 min read

Finest Tokyo Clam Ramen? Kokaku

Tokyo clam ramen has become a bigger deal the last few years! Recently, ramen shop Kokaku has made a huge, sea-like splash.

Sep 20, 20202 min read

Make Ramen Eggs Perfectly at Home!

Ramen Eggs! Here’s how to make them, soft-boiled to perfection and seeped in a flavorful marinade.

Sep 17, 20202 min read

King Seimen - Dumpling Ramen KING

Among Oji ramen restaurants, King Seimen (キング製麺) truly is king. Their precisely crafted, award-winning dumpling ramen is out of this world!

Sep 15, 20202 min read

Best Kamiyacho Ramen [Amber Shoyu] – Tenraiken

For Kamiyacho ramen, Tenraiken is a cut above the rest. Their amber-colored shoyu ramen and rich shrimp ramen hit the spot like no other.

Sep 13, 20201 min read

Top Ramen in Ichikawa City – Sai [Hand-made Noodles]

Sai (菜) has been the top spot for ramen in Ichikawa City (Chiba) since 2001.

Aug 28, 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

Best Tokyo Somen – Tasty and Modern

For the best Tokyo somen (noodles), visit So-men So so so in Ebisu.

Aug 23, 20202 min read

ZenPop Latest Instant Ramen Pack – Local Favorites!

I just received the latest (September) instant ramen pack from ZenPop, “Local Favorites”. This pack is deliciously diverse, showcasing 7...

Aug 17, 20203 min read

Bubuka - Sensational Ramen in Kichijoji

Visit Bubuka (ぶぶか) for buttery soupless ramen (abura soba) in Kichijoji. This includes uber thick noodles! Choose between a bolder...

Aug 15, 20201 min read

Afuri Ramen – Worth the Hype?

Afuri Ramen has built a modest ramen empire on the back of its popular shio ramen with yuzu citrus.

Aug 10, 20203 min read

Fantastic Ramen in Tsukuba - Shichifukuken

For stellar chicken ramen and tantanmen in Tsukuba, Shichifukuken (七福軒) is the perfect ramen pit stop.

Aug 7, 20201 min read

Ore no Ikiru Michi - Jiro Style Ramen in Tsukuba

Ore no Ikiru Michi serves Jiro style ramen in Tsukuba. This means a fatty, garlicky broth with firm noodles.

Aug 7, 20201 min read

Marue Chuukasoba - Top-Tier Ramen in Sugamo

Marue Chuukasoba is a tasty choice for ramen in Sugamo. Their ramen features giant slabs of pork.

Aug 2, 20201 min read

Perfect Sakura Shinmachi Ramen: Sato

For Sakura Shinmachi ramen, my top pick is Menyokoro Sato. Their ramen is beautifully balanced.

Aug 1, 20201 min read

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