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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.


Kyoto Ramen Tour: Choose Your Own Ramen Adventure
Kyoto Ramen Tour—Sip coffee, take a ramen quiz, and pick two top Kyoto ramen shops on this unique tour!


Menya Fukuichi in Narita: Rich Chicken Ramen Near the Airport
Menya Fukuichi in Narita is a top-ranked ramen shop serving rich and creamy ramen near Narita Airport.


Chinese Noodles ROKU – A Michelin-Recommended Ramen Gem in Kyoto
Chinese Noodles ROKU is a Michelin-recommended Kyoto ramen shop that offers a unique take on ramen.


Modern Chicken Ramen in Ueno - Kakashi
Located in Tokyo’s Ueno neighborhood, Kakashi offers a fresh take on chicken ramen, with their shoyu (soy sauce) bowl stealing the spotlight


Ecchan Ramen - 24/7 Ramen in Kabukicho
Ecchan Ramen in Kabukicho, Shinjuku, is open 24 hours a day, serving “chan-lei” style ramen—an elevated take on classic Tokyo ramen.


Breakfast Ramen in New York: A Unique Experience at Ramen by Ra
For a unique breakfast ramen experience in New York City, Ramen by Ra is a must-visit.


Mendokoro Tomo Premium - Luxurious Ramen in Akasaka
Mendokoro Tomo Premium in Akasaka offers ramen so luxurious and flavorful, it’s an unforgettable dining experience.


Asakusa Miso Ramen - Noriaki Bibi
For miso ramen in Asakusa, Noriaki Bibi is a must visit. Their miso ramen is full-bodied and bursting with flavor.


Natsuya no Chuukasoba - Tokyo's Hottest 2024 Ramen Shop
Natsuya no Chuukasoba in 2024 might just be Tokyo's hottest ramen shop.


Kadoya Shokudo in Osaka - Ramen Fit for a King
Kadoya Shokudo in Osaka is one of the most famous ramen shops in all of Japan. Here's all you need to know about them!


Ramen Ron - Manila's Best Spicy Ramen
Ramen Ron in Manila has a deliciously big menu. But their signature dish is a spicy tantanmen. It's fantastic.


Agara Ramen - Baguio's Finest
Agara Ramen brings authentic Japanese ramen to Baguio. They have a wide range of tasty choices too.


Ide Shoten - Best Ramen in Wakayama?
Is Ide Shoten (井出商店) the best ramen shop in Wakayama? Many believe so. They've been serving tasty ramen since 1958.


Gion Duck Noodles - Tasty Ramen in Gion, Kyoto
Gion Duck Noodles serves delicious duck ramen in the heart of Kyoto. They've bagged a few awards too.


Seabura no Kami - Top-Notch Kyoto Ramen
Seabura no Kami (セアブラノ神) is one of Kyoto's finest ramen shops. They serve a heavier bowl and are centrally located too.


Prettiest Ramen in Japan? - Jikitan Momiji in Saitama
Is this the prettiest ramen in Japan? It might be. Jikitan Momiji also serves one of the tastiest bowls of tsukemen out there.


Warito Tsukemen - Tasty Ikejiri-Ohashi Ramen
Warito serves one of the tastiest bowls of tsukemen (dipping ramen) in Tokyo. They're conveniently located near Shibuya station.


Birthplace of Tonkotsu Ramen in Japan - Kurume
Tonkotsu (pork bone) ramen originated in Kurume, Japan. The delicious soup was was actually created by accident!


Award-Winning Ramen in Fukuoka- Hanamokoshi
For one of the most celebrated ramen shops in Fukuoka, visit Mendo Hanamokoshi.


Kushiro Ramen - Four Shops To Visit
Kushiro Ramen is simple but delicious. Here are four places in Kushiro, Hokkaido to enjoy lip-smacking, local ramen.
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