Ramen Uguisu — Restaurant in Kanazawa

Ramen Uguisu is one of those rare places that remind you ramen is more than just a dish—it's an art form. The shop is small, tucked away, and deeply authentic, with only a few counter seats and an atmosphere that reflects real, uncompromising Japanese tradition.

The ramen is simply outstanding: rich, well-balanced broths with delicate hints of yuzu that surprise the palate, perfectly cooked noodles, and toppings crafted with care (the sous-vide chicken is a highlight!). You can taste the chef’s passion and precision in every bowl.

This is the kind of place that deserves to be preserved, respected, and shared only with those who truly appreciate the essence of heartfelt, expertly made ramen. A must-visit for lovers of...

Probably one of the best shoyu ramen I’ve had. The toppings which were sous-vide and charred (aburi) was absolutely tender and delicious with each bite.

This complemented the soup and ramen so well which was nicely balanced with a hint of yuzu and made for a wonderful bowl.

The venue is a beautiful hole-in-the-wall spot and has an english menu which is friendly to English speaking foreigners but be aware they do have limited seating of 8 seats.

However this is quite easily managed as each patron is there for roughly 15-20 minutes and rotate quickly. They have a...

If the quintessential authentic traditional Japanese ramen bar is defined by the quality of its ingredients and the exacting care with which its singular chef-owner prepares and presents his simple fare, then Uguisu is an example of the highest order. The humble noodles are perfectly cooked al dente bathed in delicately flavored broth supported by tender sous vide roasted pork and chicken. We feel so fortunate to have stumbled on this hidden gem, our favorite ramen bar in Kanazawa. We wholeheartedly...