This time, I was recommended by an acquaintance to visit the popular ramen restaurant Issen in Fukuoka. Located right in the heart of Nakasu, it's a perfect place to finish off a night of drinking. Even on the weekend, there was a line outside the restaurant late at night. However, since it's a ramen shop, the turnover is quick and we were able to get inside in about 15 minutes. The ramen came out with an impressive catchphrase "Pork Bone Cappuccino", and true to that, the soup had fine foam on top, with a fragrant smell of pork bone. When I took the first sip of the soup, the rich pork bone flavor hit me like a bolt of lightning. It was incredibly delicious. The slightly gritty bone powder I felt when drinking the soup was evidence that the bones had been simmered until they dissolved. It was amazing. I love pork bone ramen and have visited several shops in Tokyo and Osaka, but this one surpassed them all with a taste that I had never experienced before. I was truly moved by this authentic flavor. With the best soup, the best noodles, and the best pork bone ramen, it was a fantastic experience. I finished every last drop of the soup, and even after finishing, I felt like I could eat another bowl. Thank you for the wonderful meal. I would love to visit the main branch next time.

For the past few days, I tried to challenge the main store several times but couldn't get in due to the long line. I thought I wouldn't be able to eat here on this trip, but while wandering around Nakasu, I happened to arrive at the opening time and was able to enter without waiting. I ordered ramen and beer from the ticket machine. I had drunk about half of the beer when the ramen arrived. It was the best taste, even at the Nakasu store, after a year. First, I tried the soup as it is. The foam soup had depth, and when slurped together with the thin noodles, the flavor combined with the aroma that came out through the nose was delicious. When I first came to eat, I felt anxious about the strong pork bone smell while waiting in line, but once I tasted it, I wasn't bothered by the smell at all, which was strange. After taking a bite, I crushed a clove of garlic on the table and added it. The flavor changed, and it was great again. In the end, I even had an extra serving of noodles and was completely satisfied with a full stomach. The interior of the restaurant was only at the counter, but it was spacious and easy to enter, which was good. Whenever I come to Fukuoka, I will definitely come back to eat here!!!

I went to "Hakata Issen" with 3 stores in Fukuoka and slurped their noodles. This place is famous for its creamy tonkotsu ramen, always crowded with long lines. ✔️Ajitama Ramen ¥900 ✔️Highball ¥500 The signature pork bone cappuccino soup blends perfectly with the noodles, the oily tonkotsu flavor is irresistible!

I visited the restaurant on a holiday night, which was already morning. It was around 3 o'clock, but there was a line. The turnover is fast so it's not a problem. I bought a ticket from the machine and waited to be called to my seat. I ordered ramen. There were spicy pickled vegetables and red ginger on the table. The ramen had a rich pork bone soup with visible foam, and a strong smell. The noodles were thin and straight, and they mixed well with the soup. Although I thought it might not be the best thing to eat at 3 in the morning, it was delicious and satisfying. The restaurant has a stylish interior for a pork bone ramen shop, and it looks clean and hygienic. It seems welcoming to women, but the safety of the surrounding area at night is a bit uncertain, so it's best to judge the timing before going.

I went around 8:30 pm and there was quite a long line. I waited for about an hour and finally got inside the shop. While waiting in line, I was guided to buy a food ticket, then returned to the line to hand it over, so the ramen came pretty quickly once inside. I ordered the noodles to be cooked normally, but personally, they were still a bit firm for me. If you like softer noodles, I recommend ordering them softer. The ramen was rich but easy to keep eating because it was so delicious.

This time, I went to "Hakata Issen Nakasu Store," located a 3-minute walk from Kushida-jinja-mae Station on the Fukuoka City Subway. I ordered the "Ajitama Ramen for 900 yen." The soup was rich with a strong pork bone flavor and umami, which was very delicious. The noodles were very thin with a slightly firm texture, and they paired well with the soup. The chashu was thinly sliced to complement the rich soup, and it had a delicious umami flavor. The seasoned egg was also delicious when mixed with the rich soup, creating a wonderful blend of flavors.

Even though it's a small shop with a long line, I waited and got in quickly. The ramen that came out was incredibly delicious! I started by eating it as is, but adding sesame and other toppings halfway through made it even more delicious. Highly recommended!

Located in Nakasu, this ramen shop had a line of about 7 people waiting outside around 10 pm on a holiday night. I waited for about 40 minutes in the hot weather. I ordered the Ajitama Ramen, which had a creamy pork bone soup with a white foam on top. The soup was smooth and not too strong in flavor, and it paired well with the thin noodles. The flavored egg was also delicious.

I traveled from Fukushima to Fukuoka for a meeting. I stayed near Nakasu this time, so I checked in and visited a highly-rated ramen shop nearby. It was around 9 p.m., but there was a 40-minute wait at the popular shop. I ordered the ramen with flavored egg and pork bowl. The foamy soup was rich and delicious. I wish it had more garlic in it. Eating the pork bowl with the soup poured over it was also tasty. This time I ordered it firm, but next time I'll try ordering it extra firm.

Arrived around 22:00 on Sunday and waited in line for about 30 minutes before entering. It's better to buy a meal ticket before lining up. Ordered the Ajitama Chashu Ramen for 1100 yen with extra pork. Compared to the too thin ramen I had the day before at the original Nagahamaya, this one felt richer, but I honestly expected even more richness. The intense pork bone smell and richness I felt when entering the restaurant didn't quite match up, haha.

Fukuoka is right in the middle of Nakasu. This shop is easy to find and enter because it is located on a corner. It used to seem like an homage to Ichiran, but it has developed its own unique soup flavor that stands out. It seems like they have established a local taste. On this day, there was a line because it was late at night before the long weekend, but the turnover was fast, and it only took about ten minutes for a group of five to be seated. The simple tonkotsu ramen soup is soothing after drinking. It's dangerous how easily this flavor goes down, even when you're eating and drinking. I want to enjoy a bowl of ramen while feeling the atmosphere of Hakata.

The ramen has a foamy tonkotsu cappuccino-like richness on the surface. It is open until 4 am, so it is popular among the people in Nakasu. The rich flavor is evident just by looking at it. Personally, I love it, but for those who are not fans of tonkotsu, the smell might be too strong. The soup was delicious, of course, but the noodles, unlike those in Tokyo, have a unique chewy texture that is enjoyable. In Tokyo, Kyushu ramen is usually eaten firm, so I ordered mine firm as well. I realized that Tokyo's firm noodles are just hard, but here they have a nice chewy texture that makes the noodles tasty. Crushed garlic, ground sesame, pickled vegetables, and other essential toppings for Hakata ramen are available on the table, allowing you to customize the taste to your liking. The restaurant is not very spacious, and when I went around midnight, there was a bit of a line. However, the service is quick, so the turnover is fast, and we were seated quickly. The ramen is very delicious, but the space is a bit tight for a group. For a date with a tonkotsu ramen-loving partner, it is recommended if you don't mind the smell sticking to you. Recommended based on the situation: Date with a girl ☆☆, Hanging out with friends ☆

■Menu: Char Siu Ramen for 1050 yen ■Wait Time: Around 10 people waiting on a weekday night at 9pm, wait time is about 20 minutes ■Impressions: The Char Siu (roast pork) was a bit thin, which was disappointing. However, the taste was good without any pork bone smell. There are no photos, but the gyoza (dumplings) were small but tasty. They were frying frozen gyoza right in front of us, which made me feel conflicted, but the taste was good.

In Nakasu, we had a meal and then lined up at a popular restaurant. We bought meal tickets first and waited for about 20 minutes. Finally, we were seated at a counter for four. The owner in front of us skillfully made the ramen, which had a soup similar to cappuccino. It was delicious!

I stopped by before returning from a business trip. I arrived 10 minutes before the store opened on a weekday, but there was already a short line forming in front of the store. After the store opened, it quickly filled up and became full. However, the turnover at the restaurant was fast, and I was able to get in within about 10 minutes. I ordered the "Ajitama Ramen," which is a specialty known as pork bone cappuccino. When the ramen was brought to me, the soup had fine bubbles floating on top. It had a striking appearance and tasted very delicious, like authentic pork bone ramen. Although the restaurant is quite far to visit regularly, I would like to eat there again when I go to Fukuoka. Thank you for the meal.

Ramen for 800 yen, Wantan Ramen for 1000 yen. The customer service and turnover of the restaurant are just terrible. No wonder there's always a line. Shouldn't it be basic to seat customers as soon as a table is available? They take forever to clean up, and even though they make you buy a meal ticket while waiting in line, they still take their time preparing the food after you're seated. They're too arrogant towards customers. I'm not asking for a big smile, but at least be polite. Say thank you when customers leave. I even said thank you for the meal, but they ignored me. I'm not saying the ramen is bad. It might be delicious, but you can get that level of ramen anywhere without having to wait in line.

After the social gathering ended, we came to Hakata and lined up here because we thought ramen would be the perfect way to finish the night. The smell of tonkotsu broth filled the air inside the shop, and when I saw the ramen, I could also smell it. At first, I thought it would be very rich and heavy, but there was a surprising contrast between the appearance and the taste. It wasn't exactly light, but it was delicious and I finished every last drop of the soup. It was really tasty! Thank you for the meal!

Located in Hakata, Fukuoka, "Issou" is a ramen shop loved by both locals and tourists. Among the ramen options in Hakata, many people consider "Issou" to be the most delicious. The standout feature of this ramen is its incredibly creamy tonkotsu broth. The soup is rich yet somehow light, with a depth of umami flavor that will make you want to savor every sip. The aroma of tonkotsu wafts all the way outside the shop, but the actual taste is surprisingly delicious, living up to the enticing smell. The noodles are hot and chewy, complementing the soup perfectly. Toppings include chashu, seasoned egg, seaweed, and green onions, enhancing the harmony with the soup. "Issou" embodies the ramen culture of Hakata and is a must-visit spot when in Fukuoka. If you want to enjoy delicious local ramen, "Issou" is an essential choice.

Fukuoka is a popular ramen shop in Nakasu. I visited as a way to end the night after drinking. As expected, there was a line, but I was prepared for it. I waited for about 20 minutes before entering. The turnover rate was not bad. The foamy tonkotsu soup was like a tonkotsu cappuccino - full of the smell and umami of pork bones. The firm, thin straight noodles paired perfectly with it. The toppings of chashu, seasoned egg, wood ear mushrooms, and seaweed were all excellent. The deliciousness of the ramen definitely explains its popularity. I would like to visit again. Thank you for the meal.

Ramen shop "Hakata Issou" where they have put a lot of effort into perfecting the noodles and soup, making it addictive ✨ - Special Ramen ¥1,200 - Ajitama Ramen ¥900 They use 100% domestically sourced pork bones to bring out the maximum umami in their rich tonkotsu soup. By adjusting the ratio of bones from different parts and simmering them, the soup is rich yet free from any unpleasant odor, with a sweet and mild flavor. The specially made thin flat noodles paired perfectly with the soup‼️ Thank you for the meal️

The ramen has a creamy image from the foam, but the soup is clear and surprisingly light for a tonkotsu ramen. The chashu is closer to ham with a mild fatty taste. Sesame seeds are included without being ground, and the ginger is not pickled. The noodles are on the firmer side but not too hard. It's the type of ramen that you can enjoy even as a finishing dish after drinking.