Rinki Ramen — Restaurant in Kumamoto

If you’re looking for an unforgettable ramen experience that’s welcoming to everyone — regardless of background, culture, or religion — this halal-friendly ramen restaurant is a rare gem that delivers on every level.

From the moment you step through the door, you’re greeted with a warm, genuine smile from the owner, whose kindness and cultured hospitality immediately make you feel at home. It’s rare to find a place that blends culinary excellence with such sincere human warmth.

The menu is masterfully crafted around a rich, aromatic fish-based bouillon, making it fully halal without compromising on the depth and complexity ramen lovers crave. Each bowl is a testament to balance — savory, comforting, and layered with umami. Whether you’re a lifelong ramen fan or a first-timer, this place invites you to savor every bite without any dietary concerns.

Service? Fast, attentive, and thoughtful. Even during peak hours, your order arrives promptly and exactly as requested. The staff are respectful, friendly, and happy to explain the ingredients and preparation, making the dining experience all the more engaging.

Best of all, the prices are refreshingly affordable. You get a gourmet-level meal in a clean, cozy environment that doesn’t strain your wallet — making this a perfect stop for students, travelers, families, and foodies alike.

Whether you’re from Tokyo or Tunis, Jakarta or Johannesburg, this restaurant welcomes you like family and serves you a bowl of comfort, inclusivity, and excellence. A must-visit destination for anyone who believes great food should bring...

We did a quick stopover in Kumamoto and rode a taxi all the way here from the station. Ramen soup tasted amazing, it is fish-based so if you like fish you would greatly appreciate the flavor. The owner speaks fluent english and he offered to change the meat into half boiled egg at no extra cost. The only cons is that the taxi drivers dont seem to know where it is (maybe not popular enough among locals?) and the address on gmaps did not help at all.

NOTE: many people posted saying that it is halal ramen. It is NOT, the restaurant never claimed that they're halal. They do sell pork as ramen topping. However the soup is fish-based, unlike the usual ramen that is pork-based, and you can ask to change pork meat to non pork. Do your own research and eat at...

One of the best tasting food i've had in Kumamoto so far! The ramen is good but it's a bit lacking if you can't eat pork because minus topping, the fish soup that they use is unique. The owner understands English. The music is nice. As an Indonesian, i was surprised when I saw mie goreng and it tasted better than the average mie goreng you can find in Indonesia 😂 Upsize is only ¥100

Note: surprisingly, this ramen restaurant have sambal which is more spicy than chili powder and they use fried onion on their ramen. Probably the only restaurant that sells mie goreng that's not owned by...