Ichiran, Ramen restaurant in Kabukichō, Japan.
Ichiran is a ramen restaurant in Kabukichō with individual dining booths separated by high partitions and a menu focused on tonkotsu ramen made with pork broth and fresh noodles. Each booth creates a private eating space where diners can focus on their meal without distraction.
The restaurant started in Fukuoka in 1960 as a small shop and gradually developed its signature tonkotsu ramen recipe using natural ingredients. It later expanded across Japan to become a widely recognized ramen brand.
Diners here customize their meal by writing down preferences for broth richness, flavor intensity, and spice level on a form. This hands-on ordering approach reflects how Japanese food culture values personal choice and respects individual taste.
The location sits five minutes from Seibu Shinjuku Station and operates around the clock every day. Credit cards, electronic payments, and transportation IC cards are all accepted here.
Only four people know the secret dashi recipe, ensuring consistent flavor across all locations. This tight control over a family recipe reflects traditional Japanese craftsmanship practices.
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