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The 5 AM Ramen blog dives deep into the world of ramen. "Best Ramen Lists" include top picks in Tokyo and elsewhere in Japan. Check out "Not Ramen" for other delicious food.

Roppongi Ramen – Super Shoyu Ramen at Tenho

Tenho has been a huge part of the Roppongi ramen scene since 1985. They serve a shoyu ramen that will sober anyone up – that is, if you...

Fiery Tantanmen (Ramen) at 175° DENO

175°DENO Tantanmen dishes up delicious white or black sesame tantanmen.

Amazing Dumpling Ramen in Meguro: Kaduya

Among the many shops serving ramen in Meguro, Kaduya (かづ屋) – pronounced Kazuya, is a champion. Their old-school approach and refined...

Top Manila Ramen Shop: Mendokoro Ramenba

For Manila ramen, locals are united in choosing Mendokoro Ramenba. Their heavier leaning ramen are as delicious as they look.

gotsubo in Shinjuku: Ramen with Iberian Pork

Ramen with Iberian pork in a light oyster and chicken broth sound good? Menya Shono no gotsubo in Shinjuku has your name on it. Choose...

Ten to Sen - Spicy Ramen in Shimokitazawa

Ten to Sen has the most interesting ramen in Shimokitazawa. Their colorful ramen roar with flavor.

Refined Dumpling Ramen in Tokyo: Yakumo

Yakumo (八雲) is one of the most renowned for dumpling ramen in Tokyo, for good reason.

New Tokyo Ramen Tour: Make Ramen Like a Pro

On this brand new tour, you’ll get to make ramen alongside one of Tokyo’s best ramen chefs. You’ll also get a behind-the-scenes look at...

Fuji - Ramen in Asakusa with Homemade Noodles

Fuji Ramen is a favorite for ramen in Asakusa. They're known for silky homemade noodles and heavier soups.

Top Tsukemen in Ginza: Oborozuki

For tsukemen (ramen) in Ginza, the only place you need to visit is Ginza Oborozuki.

Kamitoku: Legendary Beef Ramen in Ginza

Kamitoku in Ginza is renowned for its delightful beef bone ramen. Using beef is rare in the ramen world.

Historic Ramen in Shibuya: Kiraku

When asked about ramen in Shibuya, locals will immediately answer “Kiraku“. Kiraku has been confidently serving its nostalgic, big bowls...

Best Chicken Ramen in Nakameguro: Menya Sou

Fact: Menya Sou (麺屋宗) has the best chicken ramen in Nakameguro. They’ve got incredible variety too.

Top Akasaka Ramen - TOMO

When it comes to Akasaka ramen shops, Akasaka Mendokoro TOMO (赤坂麺処友) takes top prize!

Hashigo - Traditional Tantanmen, Ramen in Ginza

Shinamen Hashigo has ladled out traditional and tasty tantanmen and ramen in Ginza since 1964.

Kinkatsu - Modern Tantanmen in Kamiyacho

Kinkatsu serves deliciously modern tantanmen (ramen) in Kamiyacho. Customize your spice levels!

Filipino Fusion Ramen in Manila / Sitdown with Owner

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Miguel, who’s co-owner at Oyasumi Ramen, one of the hottest shops for ramen in Manila. Oyasumi...

Best Duck Ramen in Tokyo (Ueno): Kamo to Negi

Since 2016, Kamo to Negi (らーめん鴨to葱) has served what’s probably the absolute best duck ramen in Tokyo.

Creamy Chicken Ramen Specialists: Takeichi

Takeichi specializes in one thing: supremely tasty chicken ramen. On top of their 11 branches in greater Tokyo, they have 10 overseas....

Local Yokohama Ramen: Ryumai

THE spot for local Yokohama Ramen is Ryumai. It's charming a hole in the wall across from the station.

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