Hakata Tenjin Gyoen shop — Restaurant in Tokyo

I stumbled upon Hakata Tenjin Ramen Restaurant in Shinjuku during a late-night adventure after a wild party, and it turned out to be the perfect spot for a comforting bowl of ramen. It was 3 am, and I was patiently waiting for the subway to open. The moment I stepped into the small shop, I immediately felt a sense of authenticity and local charm.

The highlight of my experience was undoubtedly the ramen itself. The warm and savory broth was precisely what I needed to soothe my post-party hangover. Every sip felt like a healing elixir, rejuvenating both my body and soul. The noodles were cooked to perfection, offering just the right amount of chewiness. The flavors were well-balanced, and the combination of toppings added an extra layer of deliciousness.

What added to the authenticity of the experience was witnessing an old man, who I assume was the owner or chef, meticulously preparing the ramen. It was a testament to the dedication and passion that goes into crafting each bowl. The care and attention to detail were evident in every aspect of the dish, making it a truly memorable culinary experience.

Considering the quality and taste of the ramen, the affordable price of 1,000 yen was a pleasant surprise. It was the only ramen bowl I had that night, and it left me completely satisfied. The value for money was exceptional, making it an even more enticing option for those seeking a delicious late-night meal without breaking the bank.

In conclusion, Hakata Tenjin Ramen Restaurant in Shinjuku is a hidden gem for those in search of an after-party hangover cure. The warm and comforting ramen, prepared by the seasoned hands of an old master, truly hits the spot. The local and authentic atmosphere, combined with the affordable price, makes it a must-visit spot for ramen enthusiasts. If you find yourself in Shinjuku in the early hours of the morning, don't miss the opportunity to indulge in a bowl of oishi goodness at this wonderful...

Authentic and delicious. I love ramen and this has become one of my favorites on the first try. The broth here, their specialty, is tonkutsu (pork bone broth). They have one miso option but I didn’t try that one. Although I was hesitant at first to take their specialty broth over miso because the pictures on the menu weren’t too appealing (looks white like milk), I’m glad I did.

While flavorful, smooth and creamy, their tonkutsu is not overly rich. This, with their roast pork being leaner than some other places with more fat, left me very satisfied but without that feeling you might get eating something too rich. I ate everything and even drank the rest of the soup straight from the bowl.

I had their “No. 1” option, which is with roast pork, seaweed and a load of spring onion. It doesn’t include a soft-boiled egg, you can buy that as an side, but I think it’s unnecessary.

They had some condiments at each seat, I used and recommend chopped raw garlic and just a pinch of their special very spicy pickled vegetables, which adds balance to and contrasts well with the creaminess of the tonkutsu.

The place is small and modest. It sits maybe a dozen people on benches facing the kitchen, and there is one table at the back that can accommodate maybe 6 to 8 more people. The place has a very old feel and looks a bit like an narrow alley, but it has its charm and feel very authentic.

If you want something true, authentic and flavorful, this is it. This is a unique, small family business that have been doing their own recipe for year, and they do it very well.

Highly recommended 5/5. I look forward to eating here again on my next...

This place is definitely family owned and you can feel that as soon as you walk in. You'll see and old man washing freshly made noodles, the service staff is an old lady and there'll be an even older man slicing the homemade char-su pork. Everything is handmade and very delicious. The noodles are on the thin side which is my preference but the meat itself isn't the best that you can find. I much prefer those large cut's of juicy, thick, melt-in-your-mouth pork. This meat however is probably more on the traditional side it's small and very thin and they haven't really added much flavor to it, it's very simple in preparation. I really enjoyed the ramen here and if you read enough reviews, many people will say the same. It is however slightly overpriced depending on what you are expecting and the staff aren't very friendly especially to foreigners. So basically in every single restaurant I've ever been to in Japan, you either pay at the table or in most cases you pay at the door but you never pay at the counter seat. In this place, the lady that takes your order will collect your money wherever you sit. I naturally didn't know this and I walked up to the end of the counter and the lady thought I was trying to do a runner which was very stupid because if I was going to do a runner, I wouldn't be holding my wallet and slowly exiting. Anyway, her attitude was awful and after many an aggressive exchange in Japanese towards me she literally took the money out of my hand. I will go back here again and eat the ramen but just beware of the typical racism that...