Located around halfway between Tsufuku Station and Yasu Take Station on the Nishitetsu line is Maruko Shokudo. In the tonkotsu ramen city of Kurume, there are ramen shops everywhere you look. Among them, Maruko Shokudo is particularly popular in the Kurume area. The interior of the restaurant has a classic diner atmosphere. I ordered the ramen for 600 yen and the yakimeshi (fried rice) for 630 yen. While prices have gone up compared to the past, the 600 yen ramen was quite a shock. The yakimeshi is a must-order at diner-style ramen shops. When it arrived on a silver plate, it had a nostalgic charm, but I was surprised by the generous amount of soup in the ramen for 600 yen. The bowl was filled with plenty of chashu pork, green onions, seaweed, sliced boiled egg, and the default addition of pickled ginger. In Tokyo, you would easily pay over 1000 yen for this. The classic Kurume tonkotsu ramen has a sharp flavor of pork bones that you can distinctly taste. It's light and not too heavy, making it a great match with rice, beer, or sake. The default pickled ginger adds a nice accent to the dish. The noodles are thin and have a robust wheat flavor typical of Kurume. The oil from the chashu pork blends into the soup, adding a rich depth to the subtly pork-flavored broth. The yakimeshi is a true diner-style fried rice, not just fried rice or chahan, and the bright red takuan (pickled radish) on the side is a lovely touch. It's the perfect amount and pairs exceptionally well with the ramen. The ramen and yakimeshi at Maruko Shokudo truly showcase the essence of the tonkotsu ramen city. This is a culinary tradition that must be preserved.

I ordered the Chanpon for 650 yen! The Ramen for 600 yen is also cheap, but the fact that Chanpon is this price is really appreciated. The taste is great, with crunchy vegetables and a perfect stir-fry. There's no complaint! I once again felt that the Chanpon at a good ramen shop is a sure bet. Thank you for the meal!

I visited before 4 pm and was able to park and enter the shop smoothly. There were poles and benches for lining up next to the entrance of the shop. I sat at the counter and had a ramen for ¥600. When I took a sip of the soup poured generously into the bowl, the sweetness of the tonkotsu broth spread in my mouth. The saltiness was also mild, and the aftertaste was refreshing. The medium-thin straight noodles matched well with the soup, and I finished the meal in no time. Truly a famous shop for Kurume ramen.

Popular ramen restaurant in Kurume, known for its long-standing history. Arrived 5 minutes before opening on a weekday and was the first customer. This was my first visit. Sat at the counter and ordered ramen for 600 yen and yakimeshi (fried rice) for 630 yen. The yakimeshi arrived in about 3 minutes, followed quickly by the ramen. Impressive speed. The soup was poured generously and looked like it might spill over... The ramen was light with less oil, but the richness of tonkotsu and salt flavors were well-balanced, leaving me satisfied. Easy to drink and likely to appeal to everyone. Toppings included chashu, green onions, seaweed, sliced boiled egg, and pickled ginger. It's rare for pickled ginger to be served from the start. Is sliced boiled egg a common topping at this long-standing restaurant? The yakimeshi was fragrant, and the crunchy texture of the onions added a nice touch. I really enjoyed it! It had plenty of ingredients like pork, carrots, egg, green onions, and fish cake. While the yakimeshi alone was slightly bland, it paired perfectly with the salty ramen soup! Alternating between bites of ramen and yakimeshi, I finished eating and drinking by 11:10. In that short time, the restaurant was constantly busy with customers. Most people ordered the ramen and yakimeshi combo. I'm curious about their champon, yakisoba, gyoza, and horumon dishes. Next time, I want to go with friends and try a variety of dishes together.

I always used to pass by thinking "It's always full..." So this time, I decided to visit during the first round of opening. As planned, I sat at the counter and ordered ramen and fried rice. The wait wasn't long and the dishes arrived. The ramen was Kurume style, and the fried rice was moist. I enjoyed them both and noticed that there were a lot of champon (noodle dish) orders around me. Next time, I'll visit aiming for the champon. Thank you for the meal.

I visited during lunchtime on a regular day! There was no line, but the parking lot was full! The restaurant was also packed! I ordered ramen, fried rice, boiled egg, and gyoza. They don't offer extra noodles. The light pork bone soup had a rich flavor and was delicious! It was so good that I wanted to get an extra serving! The fried rice was fluffy and had a strong flavor, which was also tasty! The homemade gyoza had enough flavor that you didn't even need to dip it in sauce to enjoy it! Among the ramen shops in Kurume area, this one stands out! It's understandable why it's so popular with customers coming in one after another! It was delicious! Thank you for the meal!

It's been a while since I last went there. I watched Maruyoshi's YouTube channel and felt like eating their classic Kurume ramen. The soup was plentiful, no option for extra noodles so I got a large serving, and the fried rice was delicious too! ^_^

I originally saw this place on someone's YouTube channel and bookmarked it. I have a strange talent where I can imagine the taste of tonkotsu ramen just by looking at a photo, so I was pretty sure this place would be good. I took the train there, about a 10-minute walk from Tsufuku Station. It's not a walking area, so there were hardly any customers walking there. I ordered ramen and fried rice for 1230 yen. The man I saw on YouTube was in charge of cooking the noodles, and the sound of him draining the water from the pot while banging the edge was surprisingly soothing. The ramen arrived at almost the same time as the fried rice, about 6-7 minutes later. The soup was a bit salty but not too heavy on the tonkotsu flavor, it went down smoothly. The toppings included green onions, thinly sliced chashu, seaweed, boiled egg, and pickled ginger. It's quite rare to have pickled ginger already on top. The fried rice was served with carrots, onions, pork, chopped naruto, and Fukuoka-style pickles. Both visually and in terms of taste, it was great. The ramen and fried rice were well-balanced and delicious.

Hello! I am a ramen enthusiast in my 40s. During the Golden Week holiday period, I wanted to visit a ramen shop and decided to go to Maruyoshi Shokudo. I had only been there once before. Despite the heavy rain, the parking lot was full and there was a line outside the shop, showing how popular it was. I entered around 1:00 pm. The spacious restaurant was packed with families during the Golden Week, with both table and raised tatami seating fully occupied. I ordered ramen for 600 yen and yakimeshi (fried rice) for 630 yen. The ramen was served generously after the yakimeshi. To prepare my stomach, I took some stomach medicine before facing the ramen. As I slurped the soup, I thought "Hmm, delicious..." The clear and exquisite transparency of the soup was truly delightful. I usually prefer rich and thick ramen, but this one had a unique taste that didn't need anything added or taken away, like Suntory's single malt whisky Yamazaki, with an indescribable flavor. It's no wonder it's a popular shop. The exquisite noodles, perfectly paired with green onions, chashu (roast pork), seaweed, egg, and pickled ginger. The yakimeshi was also undeniably delicious! The ramen magic of a popular long-established shop lies in the ability to provide the highest level of satisfaction at a reasonable price. Ramen has the power to make you forget any unpleasant things. Focusing on a bowl of ramen is a mindful experience. If the ramen is delicious, life is at its best! Thank you for the meal!

This is a ramen restaurant in Yasutake-cho, Kurume City. I have visited here many times before, but looking back at my previous posts, I noticed that the prices have changed, so I decided to post again. This time, I ordered the large serving ramen. This shop does not offer extra noodles. Being very hungry, I quickly ordered the large serving ramen. Large serving ramen 700 yen. The delicious looking ramen arrived as usual. The soup was overflowing in a larger bowl than normal. I immediately tried the soup! Yes! Delicious! The soup has a consistent deliciousness that slowly creeps up on you. The noodles, chashu, seaweed, boiled egg, green onions, and red ginger are all in good balance, providing a reliably tasty experience. I enjoyed it today as well! Also, I noticed that the menu prices have increased since my last review, so I will list some of them here. Ramen 600 yen, Large serving ramen 700 yen, Champon 650 yen. Thank you for the meal!

I have been to this restaurant countless times since a long time ago. The taste remains delicious as always, the only things that have changed are the white signboard and the prices. This time, I visited after a long time and ordered the large ramen since I was in a hurry. The unique soft noodles and the red pickled ginger that comes with it are distinctive, as expected! Thank you for the meal.

I ordered ramen, fried rice, and dumplings. It's been a while since I visited, and I noticed that the prices have gone up a bit for each item, but that's understandable. The ramen is still the same, with a light pork bone broth that is delicious and easy to eat. The finely chopped Kurume-style fried rice has a rich flavor and is absolutely delicious. The handmade dumplings are generous in size and offer great value for the price. This restaurant is still as delicious as ever.

Today, I mustered up my energy and went on an expedition to Kurume. My goal was to visit the legendary long-established diner, Marukoshi Shokudo, which I have been wanting to visit for a long time. The number of parking spaces indicated its popularity. Upon entering, I found that it was not just a ramen specialty shop, but a true diner. Therefore, they did not offer options like half-fried rice sets. I ordered the ramen for 600 yen (firm noodles) and the fried rice for 600 yen. I wondered if I could finish a full serving of fried rice, remembering the shock I felt when I saw the huge portion of fried rice at Hirose Shokudo. The ramen was served quickly and looked perfect. The chashu pork, green onions, seaweed, pickled ginger, and half-boiled egg were soaking in the soup, a sight that surely hasn't changed over the years. Next, the fried rice was served, and the portion was just right, which put me at ease. I dug in. The soup had a gentle, slightly salty flavor with a deep richness. The fried rice was hot and delicious. I had never had such hot fried rice before, but this diner-style fried rice was top-notch. I enjoyed it along with the ramen. Many locals also ordered champon or yakisoba, showing that the diner is loved by the community. The stack of dishes behind the ramen oven in the kitchen was a solid proof of the restaurant's popularity. I left the restaurant feeling that Kurume is amazing. Thank you for the meal.

During the festival day at lunchtime (12:30), my husband and I visited a place we had been to before, and I remember it being very crowded. This time, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there was more space and we felt relaxed. The ramen (600 yen) was nostalgic and reminded me of the ramen from a diner. The yakisoba (650 yen) came out quickly (last time, I was quite impressed). It's a place you can visit with your family too. Thank you for the meal.

I visited the restaurant with one other person. We arrived around 13:30 and there was already a line of customers waiting, showing how popular the place is. We had to wait for about 3 groups ahead of us, but the turnover was fast so we were seated quickly. Although they also serve ramen, the locals prefer the fried rice and fried noodles, so we decided to go with the flow. The fried noodles had a chewy thick noodle type with lots of vegetables, giving it a strong stir-fried vegetable flavor. The taste was quite strong, making it a great match for alcohol. The fried rice was a standard dish with kamaboko and char siu, cooked in lard which added a nice pork flavor. We also ordered the sweet and sour pork, which turned out to be boiled pork with vinegar and soy sauce - a surprising and unique twist! Lastly, we were offered to try the ramen even though we were already full. It was a light and easy-to-drink type with no strong pork smell, but we thought the noodles could have been a bit firmer. It was fun to watch other customers' orders, like seeing a huge portion of fried rice or having a menu option for fried eggs, and even boiled eggs available for an extra charge. The restaurant was clean, the service was smooth, and it felt like a place loved by the locals.

[RAMEN] Founded in 1966 in Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture, Maruyoshi Shokudo is a recommended restaurant known for its ramen in the Kurume area, which is famous for its Kurume-style ramen restaurants. I visited this place after being recommended by a friend. I arrived at the restaurant around 3:30 pm. There is plenty of parking space available. The interior of the restaurant has a strong pork bone smell. I ordered the ramen for 600 yen after looking at the menu. The ramen arrived with thin straight noodles that were deliciously firm. The soup was a light pork bone broth. Compared to the smell inside the restaurant, the pork bone aroma was mild, but the saltiness complemented the pork bone flavor nicely, giving a satisfying taste. The soup was not too thick or heavy, but just right and delicious. The toppings included chashu and boiled egg. It was a bowl that conveyed the long-standing love for the dish. I enjoyed the light and flavorful ramen that retained the essence of pork bone. Thank you for the meal.

I arrived at the restaurant around 2 pm on a weekday with my wife and daughter. The place was not too crowded, with a few customers here and there. It was nice that there were no breaks in between customers, which I think is appreciated by the locals. We ordered two ramen bowls, one champon, and a large portion of rice to share. A woman quickly came to take our order without the usual "excuse me". The food arrived in just 5 minutes, which was fast. The champon was decent, although I felt it could use a bit more flavor, so I added some pepper. My wife's ramen looked rich but had a gentle saltiness to it, with a traditional taste. It paired well with the rice and cold water. I personally wished for a stronger garlic flavor (which was not available on the table). The soup spilled over the bowl a bit when it was served, making it a bit messy. The building seemed old, but the interior was well-maintained and clean. The staff quickly replenished the condiments tray when they ran low. I would like to try their fried rice next time. Overall, it was a satisfying meal.

Today, I came to Kurume! This time, I planned to visit the Western Kyushu area, but on the second day, I decided to visit Kurume and Kumamoto before moving to Kurume, and I finally visited "Maruyoshi Shokudo," a popular restaurant representing Kurume-style ramen. "Maruyoshi Shokudo" is a popular spot for Kurume-style ramen, established in 1967. I have always been curious about the ramen shops in Kurume and wanted to visit more of them. However, the fact that they are closed on Sundays and holidays made it difficult for me to find the right timing. But during this trip, I was able to visit on a weekday and Saturday, so I was really looking forward to it. The restaurant is a one-story building with a traditional atmosphere befitting a long-established establishment. I visited around 3:30 pm, and the restaurant was about half full. I ordered the ramen (600 yen) that I had decided on before visiting. The interior of the restaurant has a nostalgic feel, like an old-fashioned diner. There are table seats, tatami mat seats, and a few counter seats. After ordering, the ramen arrived in a few minutes. The sight of a boiled egg in the center made me happy, and the bowl, though a bit small, was filled to the brim with soup, which looked delicious. I eagerly tried the soup, and it was delicious! The piping hot soup was light in texture but had a depth of flavor from the combination of pork bone and chicken broth, with a slight richness and a well-balanced saltiness. The straight, medium-thin noodles were cooked to a slightly soft texture, smooth and easy to slurp up, with a light chewiness and a pleasant mouthfeel. The chashu was rolled pork belly, thinly sliced with a nice balance of fat and a savory, traditional flavor. The half-boiled egg was sliced into rings and paired perfectly with the salty soup. The seaweed was a bit wilted from the soup, but when wrapped around the noodles, it added a nice flavor. The chopped green onions added a light accent to the dish. The pickled ginger, while already in the soup, provided a refreshing kick when eaten occasionally. After finishing the noodles, I savored the remaining soup, which had a light yet flavorful taste with a good richness from the pork bone and chicken broth. Overall, the ramen was just right for today, as I wanted something light. Considering the overall price range, I think the cost performance is quite good. The delicious, light yet flavorful soup with a strong saltiness and a good balance of richness made me really enjoy it. I realized once again that I must have the yakimeshi (fried rice) with my ramen next time I visit a "diner-style" ramen shop. I left feeling more than satisfied and look forward to trying the yakimeshi set next time!

It's been quite a while since my last visit. The restaurant was packed at 11:30, but the interior is spacious with counter seats, table seats, and low tables. I ordered ramen for 600 yen, fried rice for 600 yen, and gyoza for 350 yen. The ramen arrived quickly despite the crowd. The soup was light with a hint of salt and pork bone flavor, without any strange smell. The noodles were thin and straight, providing a good texture. The fried rice was moist and gently seasoned, with a pleasant texture from finely chopped onions. The gyoza, served in bite-sized pieces of 10, was a great accompaniment to the ramen. Many customers ordered champon, but the combination of ramen and fried rice was also popular. I'll try the champon next time!

I felt like having champon that wasn't in a clear broth, so I decided to visit this place again since I prefer non-cash payments. Most places that serve champon with a brown broth are small, family-owned diners, which usually only accept cash. However, Maruyoshi has introduced PayPay and Rakuten Pay, which is important for me as I don't carry cash. When I asked if I could have a large serving, they simply replied, "Large champon, right?" without mentioning the price. In the end, it was 800 yen. The regular champon plus 150 yen for a large size maybe? Looking at past images on Tabelog, some large sizes were listed as an additional 100 yen, so maybe they've increased the price? Anyway, the champon with a rich vegetable broth was satisfying in terms of taste and portion size. It was really delicious.

I came to Kurume and decided to visit a shop I was curious about. I arrived a little after 11:30 and it was a weekend, but there was parking available! No waiting for a table! Luckily, I was seated right away without having to wait. I ordered ramen (without pickled ginger), yakimeshi, and gyoza. I went to get my own water and when I returned to my seat, there was a small line of customers forming. The yakimeshi arrived first, followed by the ramen. The ramen had a unique broth with sliced boiled egg, chashu, green onions, and seaweed. And all this for only 550 yen, which is cheap! The broth had a strong flavor, which may be divisive. I usually don't add pickled ginger, but I ordered it on the side and tried adding it halfway through, and it went well with the broth. The yakimeshi was nicely cooked with a rich flavor, you could taste the lard. It was delicious. The gyoza were small and not too crispy, but they were easy to eat in one bite. Looking around, I noticed that many people were ordering champon, yakisoba, and yakimeshi. When it came time to pay, there were people waiting outside and the parking lot was full. I was lucky to have timed my visit well.