On the final day of the three-day weekend, I was intrigued by the limited "charred soy sauce ramen" and decided to give it a try. So, I went for my first dive of 2023. Although there was a sign posted next to the ticket machine about the limited noodles, it seemed like they weren't serving it on this holiday. Oh well. In that case, I ordered the signature dish of this restaurant that I haven't tried yet, the "La Anoumi," with a standard level of spiciness. The sign said it's about as spicy as level 2 at another famous ramen place, but I rarely go there so I have no idea haha. I also activated a Christmas and New Year's coupon for a free topping for LINE members and requested a cheese topping. So, I had the "La Anoumi" for the first time, with one level of spiciness and a cheese topping. I followed the instructions carefully, thoroughly mixing the cheese while enjoying the unique texture of the thin noodles, the perfect level of spiciness, and the flavor of the meat miso. The crunchy pickled bamboo shoots included in the toppings were a nice touch as well. I finished off by adding the toppings and sauce to the unlimited rice for an extra 50 yen. Ah, adding a hot spring egg next time would definitely be a good idea. I still wonder about the limited edition item I couldn't try this time. I'll come back again.

As a beginner, I ordered level 1 spiciness (standard) at CoCo Ichibanya, which is apparently similar to level 2 spiciness. It was quite spicy. The university students at the table next to me ordered level 5 spiciness and were sweating while saying it was very spicy, but they managed to finish their meal with a satisfied look. They mentioned that it was spicier than they expected. It was delicious. Water.

Visited Raanoumi in Imadegawa, Kyoto. This place is located right next to Doshisha University, with job postings for students and loyalty card information inside. Seems like a popular spot for Doshisha students. The interior is stylish with a white color scheme. The shop is located down the stairs on the right side of the building. Today, I came seeking extreme spiciness. The spiciness levels are divided finely. As a lover of super spicy food, I was curious about the highest level called "Death." However, after checking past reviews, I found out it contains Carolina Reaper and can make your mouth hurt, so I decided to avoid it. I ordered the Raanoumi super spicy for 820 yen. The oil with nutty and spicy aromas blended together is rich and delicious! The noodles are thin noodles from Menya Tae in Oh and they are very firm, which goes well with this dan dan noodles. The spiciness is about a level 10 at Coco Ichibanya. If you love super spicy food, you will enjoy this level of spiciness. The broth, noodles, and spiciness - everything was great and very delicious. I visited on a Saturday at 11 AM and was able to get a seat without waiting.

I was researching restaurants near Doshisha University and came across a place that serves soupless tantanmen. As a Hiroshima native, I had to go. The place is called "Ra Anoumi." I heard that both the manager and the owner used to live in Hiroshima, so my expectations were high. I ordered the dish named after the restaurant, "Ra Anoumi." The presentation of the soupless tantanmen, including the bowl, was lovely. After mixing it thoroughly about 20 times, I took a bite. The noodles themselves were delicious, and the pickled mustard greens and dried shrimp did an excellent job of enhancing the overall dish. After finishing the noodles, I asked for some rice and poured the remaining sauce over it, which was also delicious. For someone like me who loves spicy food, this is the kind of place I would want to visit every day. I'm glad I came. By the way, I saw a sign saying "One meal free for washing dishes," which made me feel warm and fuzzy as a student.

This is my second visit to this restaurant. After the second visit, it has become a habit for me to write a comment. I am satisfied with the tantanmen. Personally, I do not like the hiyashi chuka, but it should be praised for its creativity and performance. Other dishes have many shortcomings. This is the reason why it cannot receive 4 stars. The goodness of our tantanmen is, without a doubt, "correct." Each ingredient is well-balanced, from the aroma to the texture, and the lingering taste is incredibly delicious. The addition of dried small shrimp adds even more variety. The balance of Sichuan peppercorns and chili peppers, the aroma of other spices in the chili oil, are as they should be and much appreciated. The attention to detail and the reasonable prices provide a sense of comfort. The homemade and handmade elements are also well appreciated. As for the oil-drizzled chicken... well, in Japan, oil-drizzled chicken is not related to Sichuan cuisine, but rather to Cantonese cuisine or "Chinese-style" dishes from Southeast Asia, even reaching as far as Thailand. (In Sichuan cuisine, oil-drizzled chicken is made by pouring a special spicy oil and sauce over boiled chicken.) So, it is not a dish that should be served here, and while the taste is not bad, there is nothing particularly praiseworthy about it. Furthermore, the handling of dim sum from a collaborating restaurant is not good. The most critical issue with steamed snacks is the deterioration, where the overlapping layers of flour-based skins dry out in the steam and lose their light quality, becoming hardened. This was a problem at our restaurant. Additionally, there are a few objections to the cold noodles (hiyashi chuka). Personally, when it comes to cold noodles, I prefer the noodles to be slightly soft and the seasoning to be refreshing or slightly sweet. The exception is Korean cold noodles, where the soup is clear yet rich, allowing for chewy noodles to be slightly firm. However, in the case of tantanmen, I feel that the cold, hardened noodles inevitably clash with the sesame sauce. The discussion has been quite extensive, but in essence, the tantanmen is well-made, and it is best to visit for the tantanmen alone.

No-soup tantanmen & mapo tofu Laanoumi food log rating: 3.47 (as of posting date) "Stamina Ramen (920 yen)" Point 2020 opening of no-soup tantanmen shop Yurinchi and bobo chicken Night limited menu also available Ingredients that are particular about local production and consumption and homemade chili oil Regularly disseminate limited menus and coupons Rice can be refilled for 50 yen (self-service) Clean and cafe-like interior popular with young people regardless of gender Payment is cash only (ticket machine system) 7 minutes walk from Kyoto Municipal Subway Imadegawa Station [Comment / Impression] Laanoumi provides ramen with a unique lineup such as no-soup tantanmen and mapo noodles that are not found in Kyoto, and has received the runner-up in the ultimate ramen Pia Kansai edition for its deliciousness and originality. I was fascinated by the beauty of the visuals and the thick curly noodles, so I ordered Stamina Ramen! Although it looks red, it is not spicy at all, and it goes well with the sansho pepper and Kyoto-grown Koshihikari rice on the table, so I was able to eat until I was full. Next, I would like to challenge the no-soup tantanmen and mapo noodles! Thank you for the meal. [Business hours] 11:00-15:30 (last order 15:15) 17:00-21:30 (last order 21:00 Regular holiday: Irregular

Visited on Friday, March 31, 2023, a little after 6 pm. There was one customer already seated when I arrived. I saw on Twitter that I wanted to eat burnt miso, so I decided to visit. I sat at a counter seat that was available and placed my order. The dish arrived in just a few minutes. Ordering something not spicy at this restaurant felt refreshing. The soup was well burnt, reminiscent of the burnt miso they used to serve at a ramen brand called Gogyo. I really enjoyed it! The texture of the chashu was also good. I finished the meal by adding some black shichimi pepper from the condiment set on the table.

For some reason, I had been checking out this restaurant on Instagram for a while. It's located right by the Shinmachi campus of Doshisha University. Although it's limited to college students, if you wash dishes for 30 minutes, you can eat ramen for free, which is a fantastic service. I tried the dish called "Raano Umi" as per the restaurant's name. It was delicious with a nice kick from the chili oil and Sichuan pepper. The service by the owner, I assume, was also excellent, so I will definitely try to visit when I go to Kyoto for work.

Soupless tantanmen La Anoumi (spicy chili oil + white sesame 770 yen) ★★★☆ The noodles are thin straight noodles. The toppings include ground meat, dried shrimp, green onions, and pickled vegetables. The sweet sesame sauce mixed with chili oil creates a rich and creamy flavor that coats the noodles well. The addition of Sichuan pepper and chili oil gives it a spicy and addictive kick. You can adjust the level of spiciness from 0.1 (mild) to 10 (extremely spicy). The noodles have a nice chewiness and are provided by "Menya Taiho." You can enjoy different flavor variations by adding chili oil, vinegar, Sichuan pepper, black pepper, and black seven spice. The recommended sauce is the highlight. 2023.02.26 Soupless tantanmen & mapo tofu La Anoumi [Main Menu] - Soupless tantanmen La Anoumi: 770 yen - Soupless tantanmen Amanoumi: 770 yen - Soupless tantanmen Karasazero: 770 yen - Stamina ramen: 920 yen - Tantanmen: 920 yen - Soupless mapo noodles: 920 yen - Large serving: +120 yen - Onsen egg: +90 yen - Kujo green onions: +90 yen - Cilantro: +150 yen - 3 water dumplings: 250 yen Source: http://toyotune.blog107.fc2.com/blog-entry-5580.html

A shop near Doshisha University (Imadegawa) that serves soupless tantanmen. The tantanmen looked delicious, but I tried the Stamina Ramen this time. It had thick curly noodles with pork belly, leeks, onions, lard, garlic, and it was truly an all-star dish. It's a bit spicy, so be careful.

[Date] November 20, 2022 (Sunday) 5:42 PM [Foodlog rating at the time of visit] 3.46 [Wait time] None, 8 people waiting [Service] Good [Will visit again] Yes [Payment method] Cash [Turnover rate] Good [November Weekend Limited Charred Soy Sauce Ramen] [Noodles] Thin straight noodles [Toppings] Pork chashu (2 slices), chopped green onions, cabbage, pork mince, chopped onions [Soup] Soy sauce [Service time] 13 minutes The noodles were slightly firm with a good bite. The soup, despite being charred soy sauce, lacked a charred taste and had a lot of chicken oil. There was a subtle seafood and ginger flavor, which I found delicious and to my liking. The chashu was tender and tasty. The table's Sichuan pepper provided a numbing sensation that spice lovers would enjoy!

Today's lunch was "Soupless Dan Dan Noodles & Mapo Tofu at La Anoumi." This restaurant is located in Goshominami, Kyoto City, just up from Kamitachiurishinmachi. It stands out with its high sign and logo. It used to be a ramen shop called GAKUMEN. You descend a steep staircase to the basement. Inside, there are counter seats and table seats. There are many young customers, perhaps because it's close to Doshisha University. You buy a meal ticket at the entrance. The soupless dan dan noodles come in three levels of spiciness: spicy, numbing, and zero spiciness. There are also limited edition options on weekends. It's a bit challenging to choose the level of spiciness. Other regular customers seem to order level 8 or 10 spiciness. I opt for "La Anoumi Level 1" at 740 yen. There are various condiments available for flavor customization. They even have a Sichuan pepper mill, which is impressive. Self-service water is available, perhaps because it's a spicy food restaurant. Rice is all-you-can-eat, which is a great service. In the evening, you can also order the popular shumai from Ho Muro, a Chinese restaurant that has been making waves in Kyoto recently. It's located just down the street, so it seems like there's a connection. The staff are bustling around and the food comes out quickly. The toppings like dried shrimp and pickled radish are unique. The instructions say to mix everything thoroughly before eating. I mix it well and get ready to dig in. It's spicy, but Level 1 is manageable for me. If you eat too quickly, you might cough a little. The staff check in to see if the spiciness is okay. The noodles are made by Tengoku, thin and straight with a satisfying chewy texture. There are various flavors mixed in with the spiciness. Sprinkling Sichuan pepper enhances the aroma and numbing sensation. This restaurant is a paradise for those who love spicy food.

I visited the only soupless tantanmen specialty shop in Kyoto city as mentioned on their website and ordered the soupless tantanmen, of course! You can adjust the spiciness level, and I chose the level 2 spicy because I like it hot. The dish came with pickles and dried shrimp, adding different textures and a delicious umami flavor. The spiciness was more of a numbing sensation rather than a fiery heat. If you're not used to numbing spiciness, you might want to go for a lower level. I tried the classic soupless tantanmen this time, but I'm also interested in trying the Shin Stamina Ramen, so I'll definitely come back. Thank you for the meal!

The Sin Stamina Ramen at Rano Umi in Kyoto is spicy and numbing, causing a lot of sweating. I added extra spicy and numbing toppings, as well as a large portion and a lunch set with rice and a hot spring egg. I also had three delicious dumplings from Ho May Low. The spicy and numbing topping is only available for a limited time, until this Friday. Next time, I might try the soup-less mabo noodles.

I ordered the Raanoumi for 740 yen with a lunch set (rice and soft-boiled egg) for an additional 110 yen. The food was served quickly, almost no waiting time. I'm not a fan of firm noodles, but they went really well with the soupless tantanmen. It wasn't extremely spicy, but by the time I finished eating, I was sweating. The soft-boiled egg and rice at the end paired nicely with the remaining soup. It's a taste that becomes addictive.

This is a shop worth visiting for sure. I won't say much. Seeing is believing. Please experience La Anoumi for yourself. The taste, the atmosphere of the shop, and the personality of the staff are all perfect. Why can't I give more than 5 stars...

It is located a short walk from Imadegawa Station. There were many students around because there is a university nearby. The prices are student-friendly and affordable. I had the La Anoumi lunch set for 850 yen, with self-service rice and free refills. You can choose the level of spiciness, I chose level 4. It was a good kind of spicy, really refreshing. The staff were very friendly and the atmosphere was great, everyone seemed to be getting along well. I will definitely go back.

Based on a friend's recommendation, we went to a popular dan dan noodle restaurant in a college town. The place was packed, but the turnover was quick so we didn't have to wait long. I ordered the Laanoumi for 740 yen, which came with rice, and added a soft-boiled egg for 110 yen. I also opted for the "Death God" level of spiciness for an extra 100 yen. The cost performance was great - the portion size and quality for 740 yen was impressive. The thin noodles coated well with the sauce. The owner brought over the "Death God" sauce, made with a type of chili pepper called the Carolina Reaper. It was spicy but not overwhelmingly so, just the right level of heat. I enjoyed mixing in the egg halfway through, and finished off the meal by mixing in the rice. The owner checked in to see if the spiciness was enough for me, and while it might not satisfy extreme spice lovers, I found the balance of flavor and heat to be perfect. For 900 yen, the quality, spiciness, and portion size were all worth it. It was a delicious meal. Thank you!

I visited Raanoumi for their soupless tantanmen and mapo tofu. Located in Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto City, the nearest subway station is Imadegawa on the Karasuma Line. I discovered this place after trying their collaboration limited edition "soupless tantanmen" with Menya Nakayoshi on 3/30, and have been following their Twitter ever since. I finally had the chance to visit when they introduced another enticing limited menu item. I ordered the limited quantity stamina-style mapo noodles with soup, extra large size, level 5 spiciness, lunch set, and coriander topping. The regular size is 940 yen, while the large size is 1,040 yen. You can choose spiciness levels from 0.1 to 10, plus extra spicy options, and the lunch set comes with a hot spring egg and rice (all-you-can-eat). This limited menu is available from 5/23 (Mon) to 5/29 (Sun) or 5/31 (Tue), with 10 servings for lunch and 5 for dinner each day. I visited during the lunch period on 5/25 (Wed), arriving about 20 minutes before opening to secure a spot among the limited servings. The dish features the popular stamina soup with mapo topping, which some say is their favorite. The mapo flavor is slightly milder compared to the soupless mapo noodles. The soup is a blend of chicken broth, soy sauce, spicy oil, and mapo topping. The rich and spicy soup combines the stamina ramen with the mapo topping, creating a luxurious flavor profile with a hint of floral fragrance. The mapo topping has a perfect thickness, providing a rich and flavorful taste with a pleasant spiciness. The level 5 spiciness offers a balanced numbing and spicy sensation, making it irresistibly delicious and easy to drink. The noodles are thick, wing-shaped noodles with a chewy and smooth texture that pairs well with the soup. The dish is served with mapo tofu, pork belly, onions, garlic, leeks, pork fat, and a side of hot spring egg and coriander. The mapo tofu has a silky texture with a perfect balance of sweetness and spiciness, while the pork belly and vegetables add a nice crunch and flavor. The garlic provides a fragrant kick, and the pork fat enhances the richness of the dish. Mixing the leftover soup and ingredients with the rice creates a delicious mapo rice dish that complements the meal perfectly. Overall, I was impressed by the unique and delicious flavors of this dish, and I look forward to revisiting to try their regular menu items or the other limited edition "soupless mapo noodles". Next time, I plan to challenge myself with a spiciness level of 6 or higher. PS. I have been a fan of this place since trying Menya Nakayoshi's collaboration limited edition, and I will definitely be returning.

There were many customers who seemed to be students. Did the Raanoumi increase by 740 yen? I didn't feel as much sesame flavor as I had hoped, but it was quite tasty with dried shrimp and other ingredients. The rice was also delicious. However, the noodles were slightly different from my preference.