Kumamoto Ramen KOKUTEI Honten (Main Store)

My first time to try Kumamoto ramen, it was awesome!

The flavor is Tonkotsu, but it’s not too strong and oily and not hard to finish all! The staff asked me if I wanted two egg yolks or a boiled egg as topping. I chose the first option because I heard it’s popular and unique. It was definitely nice, it made the taste a bit milder and I saw all other customers get the egg yolks! You can find how to eat it on the menus!

If you’re not sure where to have Kumamoto ramen around Kumamoto...

Like any other region in Kyushu, Kumamoto has its own version of the tonkotsu ramen. This restaurant is quite spacious, but you do still need to queue for at least 30 minutes. It is around 11 min walk from Kumamoto Station.

I ordered their classic tonkotsu ramen with chasiu pork and raw egg (¥1080). The broth was more peppery than other tonkotsu ramen. The pork was juicy, the raw egg can be mixed with the soup to make more creamy.

Definitely a must visit if you ever...

One of the most famous Kumamoto Ramen shop, located near Kumamoto station. Kokutei is known as more gentle Tonkotsu and easy to eat for everyone.

These days they started franchise, take away, a lot of online items, and menu and options are increasing and I’m a bit worried for its potential deconcentration. Saw the new option to add back fat of pork, which is a trend but not Kokutei’s original taste. I hope the current management keep the good and...