🍜 The Legendary Spot Where I First Fell for the Awesomeness of Ramen 🍜
The legendary shop that launched my ramen obsession! After spending four years at Higashiikebukuro Taishoken, this legendary master honed his skills at famous tsukemen (dipping noodle) shops like Rokusansha and Tsugitoen. Including the time when he ran the shop under the name Jinto, this year marks 14 years at this location, solidifying his veteran status. I’d say I started eating more ramen than the average person about five years ago. There are a few shops that were turning points for me, but if you ask me about the place that gave me my first taste of ramen and tsukemen heaven, this would be it. It opened when I was in high school, and somehow I found out about it. The first time I ate here, I was blown away by how amazing ramen and tsukemen could be! It became my go-to spot for a celebratory lunch (like an office lady, haha). Even though I didn’t pay much attention to TRY magazine’s rankings, it makes me happy to see that a shop I instinctively knew was great has remained popular. Whenever I go home to visit my parents, I try to come here, but it’s become so popular that there’s always a long line. And lately, I haven’t been able to go home much, but I finally made it back and couldn’t wait to visit. It was New Year’s Day, and I arrived 45 minutes before opening, thinking I wouldn’t have a chance. But to my surprise, I was first in line! The line kept getting longer, and I even spotted a high school classmate, which made me laugh. Every time I come here, I order the tsukemen, and every time I think, “Next time, I’ll get the ramen.” But then I end up spacing it out, and I always end up ordering the tsukemen. In the end, the best thing is always what’s delicious, right? The shop opened right on time at 11:00 AM. After a short wait, my order arrived. It had the classic messy presentation of the Higashiikebukuro lineage, but that’s part of its charm. The tsukemen dipping sauce was a classic pork bone and seafood blend, served in a medium-thick consistency. It may not be the trendiest, but despite its lower viscosity, it was packed with umami. And the homemade thick noodles had a wonderful, comforting wheat flavor. They were chewy and springy, making me really feel like I was eating noodles. It’s a testament to how great this place is that I still find it delicious, both now and back when I first tried it. Even the standard amount of chāshū pork is generous, but getting the half-portion extra really made it more satisfying. The lean meat and springy fat are a timeless combination. Despite the generous portion, I found myself slurping up the noodles in no time. I finished the dipping sauce with a bit of soup割り (warishita broth), which I think had a hint of seafood and yuzu citrus. I wonder when I’ll be able to come back again. As I left the shop, I thought to myself, “Next time, I’ll definitely get the chūka soba (Chinese-style ramen).”
Review
The Origin of the Best Ramen
The つけ麺 here is a classic, with a rich pork-bone fish broth and firm, chewy noodles. The atmosphere is casual and friendly, and the staff are always kind.
(posted by Akiko)
Delicious and Filling
The つけ麺 is delicious and filling, and the price is quite reasonable. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great ramen experience.
(posted by Tsuyoshi)
Features
| Pork-bone fish broth | The pork-bone fish broth is rich and flavorful, with a slightly salty and creamy texture. |
| Firm, chewy noodles | The firm, thick noodles are made in-house and have a great texture and flavor. |
| Casual and friendly atmosphere | The atmosphere is casual and friendly, and the staff are always kind and helpful. |
| Excellent price point | The price point is quite reasonable for the quality and quantity of food you get. |
Store Info
Menu
| Chuka Soba | JPY700 |
| Tsukemen | JPY800 |
| Atsumori | JPY800 |
| Kara Tsuke | JPY900 |
| Kara Atsu | JPY900 |
| Half Chashu | JPY150 |
| Chashu | JPY300 |
| Egg | JPY100 |
| Menma Bamboo Shoots | JPY150 |
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Address | 1-17-29 Rokkakubashi, Kanagawa-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture / 横浜市神奈川区六角橋1-17-29 |
| Access | 5-minute walk from Shirakane Station on the Tokyu Toyoko Line / 東急東横線 ／ 白楽駅 徒歩5分 |
| Business Hours | [Mon, Tue, Wed] 11:00~15:00 18:00~21:00 [Thu, Fri, Sat] 11:30~21:00 [Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri]11:30-15:00(lunch break )18:00-21:00(dinner time ) [Sat, Sun, holiday] 11:30-21:00 (11:30-18:00 lunch break, 18:00-21:00 dinner time) ※The break time may change depending on the time of year ※The opening hours and regular holidays are subject to change, so please check with the store before visiting |
| Closed On | Wednesday |
| Budget | Lunch: up to 1000 yen, Dinner: up to 1000 yen |
| Credit Card | Not available |
| Capacity | 12 seats (Counter 8 seats, Table 4 seats) |
| Private Room | Not available (Arrangements can be made for parties) ※We ask for cooperation in adjusting the private room fee in case of unauthorized changes to the private room usage details or the number of people. Please be sure to check with the store [?] For private room and semi-private room usage |
| Parking | No |
| Smoking | No |
| Reservation Contact | 045-421-0537 |
