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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.


Nara Ramen - Top 3 Ramen Shops
For Nara ramen, you have to visit these three shops. They're all located in Nara City.
May 17, 20242 min read


Kyoto Tsukemen - 5 Must Visit Shops
For tasty Kyoto tsukemen (dipping ramen), nothing beats these 5 shops. You simply have to visit them.
May 13, 20243 min read


Agara Ramen - Baguio's Finest
Agara Ramen brings authentic Japanese ramen to Baguio. They have a wide range of tasty choices too.
May 5, 20243 min read


Tokyo Style Noodle Hotate Biyori - Review
Tokyo Style Noodle Hotate Biyori has quickly become Tokyo's hottest ramen shop. Their claim to fame is incredibly tasty scallop ramen.
Apr 10, 20243 min read


Touhichi - Pure Chicken Ramen in Kyoto
For appetizing chicken ramen in Kyoto, try Michelin recommended shop Ramen Touhichi. Their ramen soup is just chickens and water.
Apr 2, 20241 min read


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.
Feb 18, 20242 min read


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.
Jan 31, 20242 min read


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.
Dec 31, 20231 min read


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.
Dec 22, 20233 min read


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.
Nov 19, 20232 min read


Birthplace of Tonkotsu Ramen in Japan - Kurume
Tonkotsu (pork bone) ramen originated in Kurume, Japan. The delicious soup was was actually created by accident!
Oct 29, 20232 min read


Award-Winning Ramen in Fukuoka- Hanamokoshi
For one of the most celebrated ramen shops in Fukuoka, visit Mendo Hanamokoshi.
Oct 5, 20232 min read


Saga Ramen - 3 Essential Ramen Shops
For Saga Ramen, visit these three ramen shops! Saga City is all about rich pork bone ramen...and raw egg as a topping!
Sep 7, 20232 min read


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.
Jul 29, 20232 min read


Yushoken - Fantastic Manila Ramen
Yushoken is one of the greatest ramen shops in Manila! We let you know what to order from their secret menu.
Jul 8, 20232 min read


Best Fujisawa Ramen - Rāmen Toki
In Fujisawa (South of Tokyo), Rāmen Toki reigns supreme. Their chicken centered ramen is lip-smacking delicious.
Jun 22, 20231 min read


Ginzasa - Delicious Shio Ramen in Shimbashi
Ginzasa boasts having one of the best shio ramen in Tokyo. They're just a stone's throw away from Shimbashi and Ginza stations.
May 27, 20231 min read


Best Spicy Instant Ramen from Japan - Top 5
These are the BEST spicy Instant ramen from Japan! From Michelin star ramen to lava red soup, we have you covered!
May 11, 20232 min read


Shina Soba Osada - Legendary Ramen in Oyama
Shina Soba Osada is celebrated for a delicious dumpling ramen and spicy tantanmen. They're close to Ikebukuro.
Apr 26, 20232 min read


Suzukiya Ramen - Deep in Yokohama
Suzukiya is one of my favorite ramen spots in Yokohama. Located in Kamihoshikawa, they're totally worth visiting.
Apr 15, 20231 min read
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