A Culinary Revelation: Tokyo's Legendary Ramen

Daily Limited Supply of 60 Bowls: Ramenya Shima

:Every morning at 7 am, dedicated fans queue outside Ramenya Shima regardless of the weather.

To establish a strong reputation, one must rely solely on quality, there's simply no other way. " Ramenya Shima " has earned an impressive rating of 3.99 on the dining review site, largely due to the owner's perfectionist nature. If the noodles aren’t aged properly, the shop won’t open; if the broth isn’t flawless, it stays closed. His dedication to crafting the perfect bowl of ramen is unwavering. With only six seats available, the shop offers just 60 bowls each day, and once they're sold out, that’s it. Each morning at 7 am, ramen enthusiasts line up outside, and if you arrive after 8 am, you’ll have to come back tomorrow.

Ramenya Shima Signature Soy Sauce Ramen - ¥1,700

The essence of "Ramenya Shima" lies in its broth, which is simmered for hours using local chicken from Okayama and Yamanashi-ken, along with a variety of seafood. The thin, flat noodles are drenched in a rich and flavourful soy sauce, while the highly praised barbecue porks features four distinct preparations: charcoal-smoked, marinated, low-temperature cooked pork, and barbecue chicken. The complex flavours and textures create an unforgettable dining experience with every bite!

Ramenya Shima boasts a rich assortment of toppings, including not only barbecue pork but also fresh shrimp wontons, pork wontons, and a soft-boiled egg .

Ramenya Shima

Address: 3-chōme-41-11 Honmachi, Shibuya , Tokyo 151-0071, Japan

Opening Hours: 8:45 am – 2:30 pm, closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays

Access: 5-minute walk from Nishishinjuku Gochome Station (Tokyo Metro)

Website: https://www.instagram.com/ramenya_shima/

Natural, domestically sourced ingredients: Homemade Ramen Muginawa

To secure a seat, people start lining up as early as 7 am!

To experience Tokyo's legendary ramen, one must have the determination to overcome all obstacles. At "Homemade Ramen Muginawa," even though it’s located in the quiet residential area of Shinagawa, ramen enthusiasts start lining up at 7 am. After signing in at 9 am, they wait outside for their designated time to enter. The shop has only nine seats, so don’t bring a crowd; otherwise, you might be waiting forever.

"Homemade Ramen Muginawa" Iriko Ramen (Seafood Broth) ¥1,200

Muginawa uses only natural, domestically sourced ingredients, without any added MSG or chemical seasonings. You can enjoy every drop without feeling parched. The menu features two main ramen dishes: a soy sauce ramen made with Yamagata chicken broth and the "Iriko Ramen," which has a soy sauce and seafood-based broth. All the ingredients are carefully selected: homemade noodles made from Hokkaido wheat flour, high-quality Nasu white scallions, and Aichi seaweed. The tender pork shoulder barbecue pork is prepared using low-temperature sous-vide cooking. For beef lovers, adding smoked wagyu barbecue pork is a must—it's so delicious it feels like a taste of heaven!

If you can't get into "Homemade Ramen Muginawa," you might try your luck at their sister shop, "Homemade Ramen Aomugi" which is a 10-minute walk away.

Homemade Ramen Muginawa

Address: 6-chōme-11-10 Minamiōi, Shinagawa City, Tokyo 140-0013, Japan

Opening Hours: 11 am - 3 pm, closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays

Access: 7-minute walk from JR Omori Kaigan Station

Website: https://twitter.com/Akihiro_Fukaya