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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.


Misoya Hachiro Shoten - Rich Miso Ramen in Shinjuku
Misoya Hachiro Shoten is an excellent choice for miso ramen in Shinjuku. On top of the rich soup lies a sticky layer of black garlic oil.
Mar 11, 20231 min read


Vegan Ramen UZU Kyoto - More Than Lights?
Is Kyoto ramen shop Vegan Ramen UZU any good? Is it more than just a light show? Here's a ramen eaters take!
Feb 26, 20232 min read


Marudori in Manila - Amazing Chicken Ramen
Marudori in Manila serves lip-smacking, rich chicken ramen (tori paitan).
Feb 13, 20232 min read


Top Chitose Ramen - Menya Rei
Menya Rei is the best ramen shop in Chitose, Hokkaido. They're also one of the top ranked in all of Japan.
Jan 30, 20232 min read


Teuchi Mensai Kamei - Tokyo's Hottest New Ramen Shop
Teuchi Mensai Kamei is Tokyo's hottest new ramen shop. Their ramen is the real deal - soup, noodles, toppings.
Jan 23, 20233 min read


Sapporo Black Ramen at Isono Kazuo
Isono Kauzo in Sapporo serves unique, award-winning jet black ramen. It's as fun and delicious as it looks.
Jan 9, 20232 min read


Misoya - Best Miso Ramen in Nagano
Misoya is a local favorite for miso ramen in Nagano City. They use local Shinshu miso for the tasty soup.
Jan 1, 20231 min read


Yamachan - Tonkotsu Ramen in Ginza
Yamachan serves lip-smacking, authentic Hakata style tonkotsu (pork bone) ramen in Ginza, Tokyo.
Dec 26, 20221 min read


Kyoraku Ramen in Ginza
Kyoraku in Ginza serves meaty, classic ramen, with a recipe going back to 1956. The dumplings are a must!
Dec 20, 20221 min read


Noodle Stand Tokyo in Harajuku
Noodle Stand Tokyo serves creatively delicious vegan ramen. They claim it's the best of its kind in the world.
Dec 12, 20222 min read


Ramen Hide in Kyodo, Tokyo
Ramen Hide in Tokyo serves silky pork bone ramen. Their calling card is bright red, spicy minced pork.
Nov 26, 20221 min read


Men-ya Inoichi Hanare - Michelin Ramen in Kyoto
Men-ya Inoichi Hanare in Kyoto serves ramen saluted by Michelin. They're most famous for dipping ramen!
Nov 23, 20222 min read


Nippon Ramen Rin Inside Tokyo Station
Nippon Ramen Rin is conveniently located inside Tokyo station. Their light chicken ramen is outstanding.
Nov 3, 20222 min read


Asahikawa Ramen - 5 Great Shops
Asahikawa, Japan's coldest big city, is famous for ramen! Consider these 5 ramen shops when you visit.
Oct 30, 20222 min read


Gyokusentei - Historical Ramen in Yokohama
Gyokusentei in Yokohama is one of Japan's oldest ramen restaurants. Its history can be traced back to 1918!
Oct 24, 20222 min read


Bingiri - My Favorite Tokyo Spicy Ramen
Bingiri has to be my favorite for spicy ramen in Tokyo. Their ramen is insanely spicy but overflows with flavor.
Oct 10, 20222 min read


Instant Ramen from Famous Shops - Top 5
Top 5 Instant Ramen from famous Japan ramen shops! From Michelin star ramen to Japan's top ranked bowl, we have a lot to cover!
Sep 28, 20222 min read


Shokudo Namae - Top-Tier Ramen in Kitakata
Shokudo Namae has been serving tasty ramen in Kitakata since 1972. They're one of the highest ranked shops in Japan too.
Sep 23, 20222 min read


Tokyo's Best Clam Ramen? CLAM & BONITO 貝節麺 raik
Is this Tokyo's Best clam ramen? Many think so. CLAM & BONITO raik does an amazing clam ramen.
Sep 16, 20221 min read


Ramen Kanaya - Super Rich Tonkotsu Ramen
Award-winning Ramen Kanaya serves some of the richest tonkotsu (pork bone) ramen in all of Tokyo.
Sep 8, 20222 min read
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