I visited the restaurant around 7pm on Saturday night. There were about 3 people waiting outside, and after I left, there was a line of over 10 people. It's better to come early. This restaurant operates on a system where you purchase a food ticket inside before lining up. I bought a ticket for the ramen with egg and miso, and then joined the line. After about 10 minutes, I was seated at the counter. Soon after, my order arrived. The visually rich miso dipping sauce and glossy noodles looked appealing. I dipped the medium thick noodles into the soup. Despite the rich appearance of the dipping sauce, the first thing I noticed was the umami of the broth. It was lighter than expected due to the good dashi base. The miso was not overpowering and blended well with the broth. The noodles were nicely chilled and balanced well with the warm dipping sauce. They had a smooth and chewy texture, with a hint of sweetness from the wheat. The chashu pork and soft-boiled egg in the soup were also well-prepared. This miso dipping ramen may not be traditional, but everything harmonized well. It's a well-executed dish, which explains its popularity. Interestingly, almost half of the customers at this restaurant are foreigners. It's great to see that Kyoto's delicious ramen shops are popular among foreigners. It seems that ramen shops with a strong umami flavor are especially popular among foreigners. It's wonderful that delicious ramen is enjoyed by people from all over the world. Thank you for the meal.

Tsukemen (large) for 1,100 yen. It was my first time trying miso tsukemen. The meat miso at the bottom of the soup was well mixed with the noodles, which was good! Before the opening, I lined up and checked reviews, and there were quite a few negative opinions, so I was a little worried that it might be a disappointing restaurant despite its high ratings. However, it was actually quite delicious. It may not be as good as the ratings suggest, but it was still good. Since it was my first visit, I wasn't sure, but it said on the ticket machine that the noodles were cold, so it seems they don't serve hot noodles. That was a minus point for me. I arrived before 10:50, with 3 people waiting ahead of me. I entered when they opened and left before 11:25, but there were already more than 10 people waiting outside. It seemed like there were mostly foreign visitors. Thank you for the meal.

I went to "Sanda" sensei's shop, which I have visited several times, and I was looking forward to it. The miso-flavored tsukemen was delicious! The noodles were chewy, and the chashu was tender and I finished it all in no time. However, I'm not good with spicy food, so I wish the soup was less spicy. Since it's a popular place, I recommend avoiding meal times and aiming for an early time. It's rare for a ramen shop to have a place to store your belongings, which is appreciated by women. When lining up outside in the summer, there are mosquitoes, so it would be good to have insect repellent spray available.

As mentioned by others, please be careful with the ordering process at this restaurant! Make sure to buy a meal ticket before lining up!! I visited around 8 pm and there were about 7 groups waiting in line. Waited for about 30 minutes to enter. Once inside, the food was served promptly. The taste was average. The dipping noodles were a bit spicy for me, as I prefer a milder curry sauce. I don't think it's worth the long wait, but the chashu was excellent!! ✨ I would line up again just for the chashu! The staff were also very friendly ☺︎

"Miso tsukemen, regular size, with egg for 1100 yen. There were many foreigners lining up. It was not as good as expected for the price of the food tickets... The noodles lacked firmness, but the soup was tasty. Overall, I realized that miso doesn't really go well with tsukemen."

When I visited at 10:42 am on Saturday, there were two customers ahead of me and five people waiting outside. Everyone entered when the store opened. However, by 11 am, more customers arrived and there were about 10 people waiting outside. More than half of them were foreigners. I ordered the miso tsukemen (large) for 1100 yen. The button for extra noodles was missing, I wonder if they don't offer it anymore? It had been a while since I last ate here, and while I could taste some spiciness, the miso flavor wasn't as rich as I expected, and it felt a bit bland to me. It's not that the flavor was weak, but it just didn't suit my taste. The chashu was tasty but there was only one thin slice. The noodles didn't have any distinctive characteristics. There were two staff members and the owner wasn't there. Honestly, I had a pretty good impression of this place before, but this time it didn't quite meet my expectations. Maybe I should try their ramen next time for a second chance?

About a 10-minute walk from Gojo Station on the Karasuma Subway Line, there is a miso ramen shop that is highly recommended for those seeking "Junmai Miso" tsukemen! The miso tsukemen (regular size for 900 yen) is said to be the most popular dish at this shop. I went to this shop during my lunch break, but the line was so long that I couldn't eat during that time, so I went after work instead (although there was still a line in the evening). The "Junmai Miso" dipping sauce is made by stir-frying miso and ground meat, adding fish powder and chili oil for a spicy kick, while still bringing out the sweetness of the miso. It has a sophisticated flavor that is both stimulating and mellow. The open kitchen allows you to see the cooking process from the counter seats. The noodles are thick to match the dipping sauce, with a chewy texture that is satisfying even when eaten on its own. There is a sweetness that comes out as you chew. For the finishing touch, you can add a soup wari (soup refill) with a Japanese-style dashi base. It adds a refreshing aftertaste to the spiciness and mellowness of the miso.

Arrived around 9:00 PM thinking I could eat right away, but surprisingly there was still a line. Many foreigners were there. Waited for about 20 minutes and finally got in. The appearance was too simple. The taste was...huh?! Delicious!! It had a miso flavor like tantanmen. I will definitely line up for this! It's been a while since I had a hit like this with mazesoba. The price is a little over 1,000 yen, so it's a bit on the expensive side, but it's a place I'd like to visit occasionally.

"The 'Shoyu Ramen' at this place is a limited edition item that caught my attention. I was drawn to it and quickly purchased a ticket from the machine. This shoyu ramen is unlike anything I've had before in a good way. The slightly rare chashu was amazing! The soup, made only with chicken and water, had a simple shoyu flavor. The smooth noodles complemented the broth perfectly. The chashu oil, instead of chicken oil, paired well with the dish. I found myself addicted to the deliciousness and before I knew it, the noodles and chashu were gone. This unexpected bowl left me impressed."

The thick miso dipping noodles (large: 300g) cost 1200 yen. Topping with egg is an additional 100 yen. The noodles are slightly flat and have a hint of egg aroma. They have a smooth and chewy texture. The dipping sauce is thick miso with little spiciness. It doesn't feel particularly special. However, the cold tuna ramen my companion had was delicious! The soup is flavorful and tasty, with a unique feeling that you can only experience here. I felt that miso ramen might be more delicious when eaten as ramen rather than as dipping noodles. I would rate the miso dipping noodles a 3.0, but the limited edition cold ramen would be around 3.5, I think.

I had decided to watch a movie in Kyoto, so I thought I had to go to Kubota-san, loaded my Haruka folding bike and rode there. I thought I would have to wait for a long time, so I bought a non-alcoholic beer. When I arrived around 11:30, there were 8 people waiting outside. While waiting, I suddenly saw a sign saying "Please buy a meal ticket first and line up." So I went inside, bought a meal ticket, and when I came out, the line was moving quickly and I was guided into the restaurant. Wait, I haven't finished my non-alcoholic beer yet! I ordered the classic "Miso tsukemen (regular) with egg" which was tempting with its thick noodles. The wheat aroma was chewy and the sweetness was delightful. The thick noodles were slightly rough, and the rich miso dipping sauce had a strong dashi flavor, reminiscent of chocolate, and was rich and flavorful. It had been 3 years, and I deeply savored it. I even shed a tear. Thank you for the delicious meal!

"Kubota" is a ramen shop located near Higashi Honganji Temple in Matsuya-cho, Kyoto, which has been selected as one of the top 100 ramen shops for four consecutive years. The shop is known for its miso tsukemen, as well as two types of ramen on the menu, both of which are highly rated. I visited the shop on a weekday night and there was a line, as expected for a popular shop. After purchasing a meal ticket inside, I waited for about 15 minutes before being seated. The shop only has counter seats on the first floor, but groups are seated on the second floor to accommodate more customers. I ordered the "Niku Miso Ramen" and it was served in about 5 minutes. The ramen had a mapo tofu-like flavor with a hint of dashi, which was delicious and warming. The noodles were simple and matched well with the flavorful broth. Adding condiments like chili pepper and sansho pepper enhanced the taste. Overall, the ramen was satisfying, even though I didn't expect a mapo tofu-like flavor. The shop offers good quality ramen at an affordable price and is worth a visit if you're in the area."

Miso tsukemen with egg for 1100 yen. Arrived on Saturday at 10:55 AM for the first round. This miso tsukemen is rare and unique. It's not heavy like typical miso, but rather refreshing with plenty of umami. The combination of sansho pepper and miso is excellent. Honestly, the seasoned egg wasn't necessary. Thank you for the meal.

Finally, I tried the highly anticipated "Aged Ramen Kubota" because it often appears on Instagram. I really wanted to try their signature dish, the "Miso Tsukemen." The first bite of the rich soup was slightly spicy. The main flavor is miso in the soup, paired with chewy thick noodles. It is indeed delicious. However, there are many other ramen shops in Kyoto that serve tastier tsukemen with seafood broth. Sorry, even though it's a popular shop, I would rate it 3.5 out of 5.

I didn't have dinner, so I went out for noodles. In the still intense summer heat, I decided on the refreshing cold "Tuna Salt Cold Ramen" and the finishing "Tuna Ochazuke" without hesitation. The clear broth with tuna and chicken chashu is a combination that is beyond imagination from the usual miso tsukemen. It's a slippery and satisfying dish that makes you want to gulp down the soup in one go, but I managed to hold back and poured the soup into the ochazuke! The tuna ochazuke creates a new harmony and provides the ultimate satisfaction. While enjoying the refreshing flavors, I also start to crave the miso tsukemen again. I will definitely revisit this restaurant.

On the way back from Kochi, I stayed in Kyoto and searched for a nearby ramen shop to visit. I ordered the rich miso tsukemen with flavored egg. Miso-flavored tsukemen is not very common, but this one was unique in that it had a rich miso flavor without being overpowering, a nice balance of flavors, and a gentle dashi taste. The noodles were thick with a good chewiness and plenty of wheat flavor, making for an enjoyable texture and taste. A memorable bowl of ramen.

Since college days, I have loved Kubota. I thought it would be crowded due to the typhoon, but surprisingly there were seats available on the second floor. The turnover was fast, so I was able to eat quickly and was very satisfied! The taste is similar to tantanmen, with a rich soup that doesn't get too heavy.

I found a limited-time summer dish that I wanted to try on Twitter and visited the restaurant for lunch. There was a long line, but I persevered and waited. I ordered the summer limited edition "Tuna Salt Cold Ramen," which was last available about 4 years ago! It features a refreshing fish broth made with tuna flakes and a soft salt sauce. The smooth homemade noodles were a perfect match. It has been significantly improved since 4 years ago and has become an incredible masterpiece! So far, it's the best cold ramen of the year!

Kyoto's Top 100 Restaurant Tour ✨ Arrived at 11:30 with no wait. There were quite a few foreign customers, and the popular order was the classic miso tsukemen (dipping noodles). The noodles at Shinakaya have a good firmness, and they are delicious on their own! ☺️ The soup is a rich miso flavor. While fish and pork bone or pork bone thick dipping noodles are common, this may be the first time I've found a delicious miso dipping noodles shop. I added some sansho pepper halfway through for a change in flavor and enjoyed it until the end. Thank you for the meal!

Hello! Today I went to Ginjo Ramen Kubota in Gojo and had their "Miso Tsukemen" ramen. It's a popular ramen shop known for their delicious tsukemen. I arrived at 11:15 and there was already a line of 10 people outside. After waiting for 30 minutes, I finally got to order and was served the Miso Tsukemen with egg for 1,100 yen. The dipping sauce was rich and flavorful with a miso base and a hint of spiciness from the chili oil. The noodles were thick and chewy, perfectly complementing the hot dipping sauce. I added the soup base at the end and enjoyed every last drop. Overall, the Miso Tsukemen at Ginjo Ramen Kubota was delicious. Thank you for the meal! Steps today: 11,730 calories burned: 385 kcal

After returning from camping in Shiga, I had lunch in Kyoto. I searched on Tabelog and visited Kubota-san near the site of Honno-ji. It seemed to be a popular place, so I mentally prepared myself for a wait upon arrival. As expected, there were about five groups waiting in line. It was tough under the scorching sun. Due to being in Kyoto, there were many foreigners. I also bought a meal ticket and waited for about 20 minutes. I tried the Miso Tsukemen Large (1100 yen), where thick noodles were dipped in spicy miso soup. Unfortunately, I didn't feel particularly impressed. Disappointing. Even though I waited in the heat... I may have set my expectations too high.