Ramen Nagayama — Restaurant in Tokyo

This was amazing. Once in a lifetime ramen. I consider myself a sort of ramen fanatic and genuinely this was the best I have ever had. I had the miso ramen with some gyoza and the miso broth was incredibly rich and creamy, and the noodles were cooked to perfection without being mushy. The pork is cut thinly and after mixing it into the ramen it pairs wonderfully in bites of pork and noodles. I also got seaweed which absorbs the broth wonderfully. The gyoza is also beautifully made, fully steamed and cooked in the middle and yet crispy and crunchy on the outside. This place is a little off the beaten path, and you order via a vending machine. There are some pictures but you can ask the staff if you are confused - it is mostly in English as well. It is cash only. You then give the staff your tickets and they cook them to perfection right in front of you. The people definitely love it and the staff is incredible, although the shop itself is small with only like 13 seats or maybe less, and it gets very hot inside since they are cooking it so close to where you eat. It can also be busy as people come home from work and eat here. It is definitely worth a try, even if you are...

After a long visit to the National Museum in Ueno Park, we were hungry and looking for a small place to eat. We walked for 10 minutes and came to this place.

You can tell from the entrance that this little restaurant is anything but fancy. Instead, we sat next to workmen at lunchtime after ordering our lunch from the vending machine. (A few buttons on the vending machine were even labeled in English. Otherwise, Google Lens helps. The waitress helped us find a good seat).

What we immediately got was the most delicious miso ramen of our entire two and a half week trip to Japan. Draft beer at the perfect temperature. A perfect lunch!

The food was reasonably priced, but above all super, super...

This is a hidden gem for ramen enthusiasts. Tucked away in the bustling streets of Taito, this cozy eatery offers an authentic and traditional ramen experience. The intimate setting with only twelve seats at a bar-style table adds to the charm.

As I sit elbow-to-elbow with fellow diners, the aroma of simmering broth fills the air. The menu is concise, featuring classic ramen options.

The steaming bowl arrives, brimming with noodles, tender slices of pork, and a rich broth that warms your soul.

If you seek flavourful ramen in a traditional setting, Ramen Nagayama is a must-visit. Arrive early, savor the simplicity, and let the umami flavors transport you to...