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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.
Santouka Ramen - Everything You Need To Know
Famed for its snow white (shio) ramen, Santouka is now one of the biggest ramen chains out there. Here's everything you need to know!
Mar 2, 20223 min read
Ramen from a 1960s Vending Machine
Retro Vending Machine Ramen in Japan for just ¥300 (under $3)! It's better than you'd think.
Feb 26, 20222 min read
Sumire vs Junren Miso Ramen - Which is Better?
Sumire and Junren. These two ramen powerhouses serve some of the finest bowls of miso ramen in Sapporo! We'll cover their history and the...
Feb 18, 20223 min read
KaneKitchen Noodles - Quality Ramen in Higashi-Nagasaki
KaneKitchen Noodles - this Tokyo ramensmith forges some of the finest ramen out there. They've even been recognized by Michelin.
Feb 12, 20222 min read
Holland House - Japan's Best Ramen Egg?
Holland House is one of the top ramen shops in Saitama (North of Tokyo). People flock from all around to enjoy their ginger-powered ramen.
Feb 9, 20222 min read
Sangenjaya Ramen – Incredible Tantanmen at Kokokara
For ramen in Sangenjaya, Kokokara (汁なし担々麺 ここから) is a best-kept secret. This ramen shop’s spicy tantanmen is one of Tokyo’s very best....
Jan 19, 20222 min read
Seijo Seika - Michelin Shio Ramen
Sejo Seika may have the most affordable ramen from Michelin’s Bib Gourmand Guide for Tokyo.
Jan 16, 20222 min read
Tokyo Scallop Ramen – Noodle Voice
For Tokyo scallop ramen, there’s only one place to turn to. Located in Ikebukuro, that place is Noodle Voice. Their tasty, rich scallop...
Jan 12, 20222 min read
Tsukemen Gonokami in Shinjuku- Worth the Hype?
Tsukemen Gonokami in Shinjuku (Tokyo) is famous for its shrimp tsukemen (dipping ramen). Are they worth the hype?
Jan 8, 20223 min read
Yoshimuraya – Ramen King of Kanagawa
Yoshimuraya (吉村家) is where Yokohama style ramen originated. They’re so popular that they’ll sell 1,200+ bowls of ramen on some days!
Jan 2, 20222 min read
Jimbocho Kurosu - Michelin Guide Ramen
Jimbocho Kurosu is one of several Tokyo ramen shops in Michelin’s Bib Gourmand Guide. But how is the ramen?
Dec 22, 20212 min read
Luxurious Ginza Tsukemen: Hakuei
For Ginza tsukemen (dipping ramen), it doesn’t get fancier than Ginza Hakuei (銀座 魄瑛 本店). Wagyu beef, mousse, truffles – their tsukemen...
Dec 17, 20212 min read
T's Tantan - Premier Tokyo Vegan Ramen
T’s Tantan is probably Tokyo’s most high-profile vegan ramen group. Their sesame-based, zesty tantanmen is popular with tourists and locals.
Dec 12, 20212 min read
Shirakawa Ramen – 3 Incredible Shops
Shirakawa Ramen is one of Japan’s most famous ramen styles. Here are three tasty places to grab it! All three include thick, handmade noodle
Dec 1, 20212 min read
Best Instant Ramen- A Ramen Eater's Top 10
The Very Best Instant Ramen from Japan – consider this the ULTIMATE LIST! After eating hundreds of types of Japanese instant ramen, I’m narr
Nov 29, 20214 min read
Best Ramen in Haneda – Sato
For ramen in Haneda, Chuukasoba Sato (中華そば さとう) is a must visit. It’s close to Tokyo’s Haneda Airport and is one of the top ranked ramen...
Nov 22, 20212 min read
Shichisai - Hand-Massaged Ramen Noodles in Tokyo
Shichisai in Tokyo is a ramen group famous for thick, hand-massaged, hand-cut noodles.
Nov 10, 20213 min read
Japanese Fish Noodle – Akihabara Ramen
Japanese Fish Noodle Umi no Chikara (ウミのチカラ) is a fish ramen specialist in Akihabara, Tokyo. From silky sea bream ramen to spicy shrimp...
Nov 5, 20212 min read
ABC Ramen – Ginza Underground Ramen
Since 1977, ABC Ramen has been slinging tasty ramen in the heart of Ginza, Tokyo. They’re a local ramen favorite.
Oct 22, 20212 min read
Hakata Genki Ippai – Milky Fukuoka Ramen
Genki Ippai (博多元気一杯!!) is one of Fukuoka City’s most celebrated tonkotsu (pork bone) ramen restaurants.
Oct 18, 20212 min read
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