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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.


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
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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


Toybox - First Class Chicken Ramen
Ramenya Toybox and their chicken ramen rule the roost. Toybox is one of Tokyo's top rated ramen shops.
Jan 6, 20211 min read


WASEDA Ramen – TOP 5, Deliciously Different
These are the very best Waseda ramen shops! From unique tuna (maguro) ramen to soupless ramen with super thick noodles, Tokyo’s Waseda...
Jan 5, 20213 min read


Ramen Cafe In Shibuya – Kugatsudo
Kugatsudo is as close to a ramen cafe in Shibuya as you can get. It’s as relaxing as the ramen is tasty.
Jan 2, 20211 min read


Menya Itto – Tokyo’s No. 1 Tsukemen (Dipping Ramen)
Menya Itto (麺屋 一燈) is at the very top of the Tokyo tsukemen heap. For good reason – their chicken rich tsukemen (dipping ramen) tastes...
Dec 30, 20202 min read


Fantastic Nerima Ramen – Ramen Gottsu
Near Nerima station, Ramen GOTTSU has bagged plenty of awards. They’re a must visit.
Dec 27, 20202 min read


Tsukemen Michi – Tokyo’s Finest Dipping Ramen?
Tsukemen Michi (つけ麺 道) is HEAVENLY. Some might even say it’s Tokyo’s best ramen restaurant – not just for tsukemen (dipping ramen). ...
Dec 24, 20202 min read


Tokyo CRICKET Ramen – Antcicada
Would you eat cricket ramen in Tokyo? Before you click away, know that bug-focused restaurant Antcicada is not messing around!
Dec 17, 20202 min read


Rasen - Tokyo Beef Bone Ramen
For Tokyo beef bone ramen, Rasen is a nice bet. Their ramen includes shredded beef and an amazing smoked egg.
Dec 16, 20202 min read


Chinchintei - THE Original Tokyo Abura Soba
Many believe Chinchintei was the first ever Tokyo ramen shop to create abura soba (soupless ramen)!
Dec 8, 20201 min read


Tsukemen Miyamoto - Top Kamata Dipping Ramen
Tsukemen Miyamoto is the ultimate dipping ramen authority in Tokyo's Kamata area.
Dec 3, 20201 min read


Ramen Walker Kitchen – Awesome Popup near Tokyo
The brand new Ramen Walker Kitchen (ラーメンWalkerキッチン) features delicious ramen from famous ramen shops across Japan. Located in Tokorozawa...
Dec 1, 20201 min read


Nonokura - Top Ramen In Kameari
Nonokura is Michelin recommended and an essential visit for ramen in Kameari, Tokyo.
Nov 19, 20202 min read
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Aomori Ramen – TOP 5 [Aomori City]
Here are 5 amazing places for AOMORI RAMEN. These are all in Aomori City – from miso curry milk ramen to the local favorite, (fish)...
Nov 15, 20203 min read


My Favorite Tokyo Miso Ramen – Santora
My favorite Tokyo miso ramen! A bold statement, but one that rings true. The miso ramen at Santora is incredible.
Nov 11, 20202 min read


Hachioji Ramen Shops – TOP 5
Top 5 Hachioji ramen shops! Hachioji is 40 km from central Tokyo, right next to the ever popular Mount Takao. Hachioji has fantastic...
Nov 8, 20202 min read


Ginza Kazami – Ramen made from Sake Lees
The ramen at Ginza Kazami (銀座 風見) is one of the most unique in Tokyo. Their ramen is rich, thick and infused with sake kasu (sake lees)!...
Oct 31, 20201 min read


Best Miso Ramen in Tokyo? Oshima
Is the best miso ramen in Tokyo at Oshima (大島)? Many would answer with a resounding “yes”.
Oct 22, 20202 min read
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