Janjanken — Restaurant in Gotenba

Don’t freak out just because it is at the train station. This was the most surprising and wonderful ramen hole in the wall, ever! They do a tomato based broth ramen, sprinkle of cheese, a couple of slices of ham/bacon, a pinch of spinach. It’s not your everyday type of ramen but it is INCREDIBLE. The broth was addictive and light. We also ordered the bandan noodles which is a black sesame broth ramen. Madness! But the rich nutty sesame is balanced out by the delicious noodles and the heap of freshly sliced leeks or spring onions (green onions if you are American). We also got some sides of gyoza and char siu fried rice (half portion to make up a set). The fried rice was so yummy and we couldn’t stop eating it, the ginger served on the side just makes it! Overall, it was wicked! Why wouldn’t you try a tomato ramen at a train station?!?! And it...

The staff here were incredibly warm and welcoming!

The food was absolutely delicious as well. We ordered miso ramen, special tomato and cheese ramen, dumplings, and pork belly over rice. Every single dish was amazing. The tomato and cheese ramen had a unique flavor—it felt like an Italian pizza, but in ramen form!

Beyond the food, the staff’s kindness really stood out. We were in a hurry to catch the bus to Kawaguchiko and accidentally left our souvenirs behind. The front desk lady went above and beyond to find us and return them just before the bus departed.

We’re so glad we chose this ramen restaurant. Highly recommend it to anyone looking for great food and...

A cosy spot for ramen with super friendly and supportive staff serving delicious food! The pricing is reasonable, and the quality is exceptional. Note: You must order your food using the vending machine before entering. While it may feel a bit unusual, the process involves paying, selecting, and purchasing tickets from the vending machine in that order. Then, hand the tickets to the owner once inside and take a seat. If you’re on a tight schedule with a bus or train to catch, be sure to let the owner know upfront. Also, be mindful of potential language barriers if you don’t...