Aketemo Kuretemo — Restaurant in Kyoto

It's an awesome place. I like the style of the place, and also the staff is very kind. It's nice to see them working really enjoying what they do, this good "energy" gets you and you feel good. I wanted to spend more time there, but since it's a small place, and the wait line was growing long, me and my friend left soon as we finished eating. But we will definitely return.

The choices are pretty straightforward. I recommend taking extra pork. It's very good. The price is really inexpensive, I'd say it's an "everyday meal" price. You can park your bicycle in the front. One observation my friend made is that some ramen shops usually have a strong smell. But this one does not....

Hearty, unapologetic buta ramen with perfect noodles, big pieces of well braised pork with extra fat, rich savory broth, plentiful fresh bean sprouts, generous garlic. Just a couple blocks west of the main street, but unassuming. Look for the signs as shown in the pictures. The shop owner / Chef is friendly efficient and accommodating, offering an acceptable option, which would be so unlikely in a typical buta ramen shop, to my vegetarian companion. But the standouts are really the noodles which are thick, and perfectly cooked. They go well with the robust pork and plentiful garlic. I would have gone back had it not been for my stay being too short to...

i have been living in okinawa for over 3 years, and have traveled to many different cities in Japan. and this is now my number 1 favorite ramen shop in japan!

The ramen was extremly flavorful and delicious. The portions are extremly generous even with the "regular" size i was struggling to finish it all.

The staff are super friendly and willing to help you enjoy your meal in whatever way they can if your a foreigner!

The shop itself is very small and cozy. Makes it really feel like a 'Mom...