AFURI Harajuku — Restaurant in Tokyo

If you're a ramen enthusiast like me, a visit to AFURI in Harajuku is an absolute must! My recent experience at this exquisite ramen joint left me spellbound, and I can't wait to share the sheer delight I found in their Yuzu Tsukemen.

The moment I stepped into AFURI, I was greeted by a trendy yet inviting ambiance, as the modern-looking interior was accompanied to western R&B and rap.

The Yuzu Tsukemen broth was an absolute revelation. Light, yet bursting with tangy and vibrant flavors, it was an impeccable balance of citrusy zest and umami goodness. Each slurp brought a harmonious symphony of tastes to my palate, leaving me craving more with every bite. Its an extraordinary culinary masterpiece, boasting a light yet tangy broth that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

The noodles were perfectly cooked, with just the right firmness to complement the broth. They effortlessly soaked up the flavors, making each mouthful an explosion of delight. The accompanying dipping sauce was a work of art, elevating the experience to a whole new level. Its unique blend of savory and tangy notes added an extra dimension of complexity, leaving me in awe of the culinary mastery on display.

I got it as a combo meal, which included their signature aburi chashu gohan, which perfectly complemented the rich ramen notes with the smokey flavor. They even have a vegan option, giving this restaurant something to eat for everyone.

Prepare yourself for an unforgettable experience that transcends the boundaries of traditional ramen. I am already eagerly planning my next visit to AFURI, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking an extraordinary...

My first ramen stop in Tokyo and I was not disappointed. I came here on a weekday morning by myself and there were only a few people ahead of me. The door/line situation is kind of awkward because the door's in the middle of the front windows, but the line usually starts on the left side of the restaurant (where the ticket machine is) and ends on the other side -- so essentially you have to make sure you're not going to hit anyone when you're opening the door because it's dead-set in the middle of the line (and be sure to not cut anyone). I was a little confused by the ticketing system so I had to ask for help, but I soon realized that this is how almost all ramen shops do it and it's pretty simple (once you figure it out). I got the yuzu shio ramen (which I think is what they're known for) and it definitely tasted like yuzu. I'm not sure I'd get this again, it was a little too tart to be my everyday ramen order, but I'm absolutely glad I tried it because I don't think you can get ramen like this anywhere else... the yuzu works well with the ramen, but I prefer my ramen to be more savory/salty. The texture of the noodles was absolutely perfect.

The line had about 5-7 people in front me and I probably waited about 10-15m in line (not bad at all). In looking at the rest of the menu, this shop gets pretty innovative with its ramen and I'd be keen to try all the rest of the flavor combinations to see what they're all like. It's a good place to go for good quality ramen, especially if you're looking for something significantly different than what...

I have had more than my fair share of ramen back in my home country, the Philippines, but what I consider to be my first “authentic” ramen experience was right here at Afuri Harajuku.

I couldn’t contain my excitement as soon as we set foot inside the restaurant. We were greeted by the familiar open kitchen counter and stools typical of ramen houses. It was a delight to see the staff concocting one ramen bowl after another with their experienced hands. I was told this place is often packed with people, but I guess luck was on our side on the day of our visit as we didn’t have to queue and got our orders placed without much trouble.

It didn’t take long for our orders to arrive – soon after taking our seats, a bowl of perfection was right before me. I am a fan of tonkotsu-based broth because of its rich taste. Afuri’s was quite the opposite – I found their ramen to be light and refreshing but nothing short of delectable. A sip of their broth was enough to send this ramen to the top of my list – definitely the best out of all the others I have tried before! The noodles were cooked to perfection and were a great complement to the delicious broth. For less than 1,000 yen, their serving was huge and more than enough to satiate my hunger. It’s worth all the money, I swear!

Overall, it was a great bowl of authentic ramen – one that you wouldn’t want...