I visited after the first party at Shin-Nakano. There was one customer before me, so I was able to enter smoothly. - Date/Time of Visit: Saturday around 9:00 am - Order: Negi Spicy Ramen x2, Medium Spicy - Impression: The soup is delicious, but the noodles are also great. The Medium Spicy wasn't too spicy. - Next Menu I Want to Try: I want to try the Salt Ramen next time. Overall Atmosphere: Good - Seating Arrangement: Good - Operation: Good - Atmosphere: Good Other Information: - Explanation of Ordering Method: None - Payment Method: Food tickets, PayPay accepted Crowdedness at the Time of Visit: No specific information provided about the crowd or ticket system.

On a typical day around 7:30 PM, the restaurant was quite busy with locals having dinner or drinks. I added extra spicy powder to my ramen for an additional 100 yen. It had a significant amount of powdered chili pepper, but the spiciness was manageable. I could handle even double or triple the amount for a satisfying level of heat. Thank you for the meal.

I ordered the Spicy Ramen for 1130 yen with normal spiciness. I visited the restaurant on a Tuesday morning and noticed that it is a beloved place in the neighborhood. The normal spiciness was just right for me, and the flavor was excellent. It had a subtle spiciness with complex flavors mixed in, making it incredibly delicious. Although I may not be able to visit again soon due to the distance, I would love to try other menu items in the future. The restaurant had warm and welcoming atmosphere, and seemed to have thorough COVID-19 prevention measures in place.

The L-shaped counter seats were the only option. The place was full within 15 minutes of opening. It made sense to sit in order. There were more couples than solo diners, like friends or couples. It seemed like there were a lot of regular customers. I ordered the Spicy Ramen with Flavored Egg for 1030 yen, and they gave me extra napkins because it was spicy. There was a place to hang coats by the aisle. The spiciness was new to me, so I chose the normal level. It wasn't as spicy as it looked. The flavored egg was a bit firm. It had both chashu and minced meat. It was like a milder version of the Spicy Ramen. If you increase the spiciness, it might be really spicy. So, I'm not a big fan of spiciness, but it was delicious! It was a bit pricey though. After finishing the meal, I noticed that my shirt had lots of stains, so I was really grateful for the extra napkins they gave me...!! It's a kind and nice restaurant! Thank you for the meal!

Meat Salt Ramen 1030 yen I'm not a fan of spicy food, so I ordered the regular Meat Salt Ramen. I've been coming here occasionally since they opened and they're really doing well in this area. The dish was served in about 5-6 minutes. It had a generous amount of white leeks, topped with chopped clams. It also had seaweed and okra on the side. The ramen included 2 slices of chicken chashu and 3 slices of pork belly rolls. The chicken chashu was light and the pork chashu had a nice smoky flavor from being torched. Both were tender. The noodles were hand-kneaded before boiling, giving them a curly texture. The soup had a strong flavor, with hints of sesame oil, kombu, and clam-based broth. It was so delicious that I ended up drinking quite a bit of it. Thank you for the meal.

Hello, this is SapiO. ■Spicy ramen in deep red color in Shin-Nakano! After achieving my lifelong dream of reading a book, I've been craving some spicy ramen. This restaurant is located on the street in front of Nabe Alley in Shin-Nakano. It was a small shop with only counter seating, and there were no customers when I visited during lunchtime on a weekday. I chose the "Spicy Ramen 890 yen" and "Rice 150 yen" from the ticket machine. You can choose the level of spiciness for free from 1 to 3, or pay an extra 100 yen for the level 5 equivalent "Shibaki." I chose the level 3 spiciness called "Buchikara" this time. They gave me a napkin to put around my collar. The soup was not as spicy as I expected, more like a level 2 spiciness. It had a gentle spiciness with a pure taste, probably coming from the vegetables. The addition of animal extracts and minced meat added depth to the flavor. The noodles were medium-thick and unevenly crimped. They were cooked perfectly and had a slightly yellow color. The toppings included pork shoulder, okra, minced meat, sprouts, and green onions. Mixing the rice into the soup at the end, I enjoyed the combination of the minced meat and okra's melt-in-your-mouth texture. I slurped up the last bit and finished the meal. I definitely plan to try the Shibaki level next time. Thank you for the meal.

Salted pork ramen for 1080 yen at Menya Dougenbozu in Nakano-ku, Honcho 4-30-11, 102. I found this place while searching for ramen shops around Nakano on Google Maps. The reviews were mixed, so I was curious and decided to try it out. I visited around 11:40 and ordered the salted pork ramen from the ticket machine near the entrance. There are 7 counter seats, and I was the 6th person in line. After about 15 minutes, my ramen arrived. The soup was a bit on the light side, but the bowl was large. The noodles were medium-thick curly noodles, which were really good. The slurping texture and chewiness were excellent. The flavorful salted soup was delicious, and it complemented the pork chashu and chicken well. The pork chashu was tasty, but the chicken was outstanding. It was tender, moist, and easy to chew. The quality of the ramen was quite high. It's clear that the Google Maps reviews don't always reflect the true quality of the ramen. ^ - ^

- Restaurant Name: Menya Dougenbozu - Location: Shin-Nakano Station - Budget: 1000-2000 yen Ordered Menu: - Meat Spicy Ramen - Chashu Bowl I visited the restaurant on a weekday after 11:30. It was just after opening hours. I had been curious about this place for a while and finally got the chance to visit. Although my favorite restaurant, Musashiya Honten, is near Shin-Nakano Station, I always ended up going there instead. I used to go there about three times a week, to the point where the manager recognized me, so I had been neglecting this place. But I finally decided to go. It's a 5-minute walk from Shin-Nakano Station, just off Nabeya Yokocho Street. Menya Dougenbozu has a counter with 6 seats. I sat down as the second customer after opening. The owner is apparently from Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. I wonder if he's a Hiroshima Carp fan, given the baseball items and merchandise on display. By the way, "Dougenbozu" is a dialect term from Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, meaning "bad kid." Just for your reference. I ordered the Meat Spicy Ramen (normal spiciness). They ask for your preferred level of spiciness when you order, so choose according to your taste. This was my first time, so I went with normal. However, normal spiciness was almost non-existent, so I felt like I could have gone one level higher. For those who like spicy food, keep this in mind. The ramen arrived in less than 5 minutes. The flat curly noodles were slightly firm, as usual. The soup base was a light and clear broth. It was already quite flavorful, indicating the quality of the broth. The soup, which could be perceived as salty, was very easy to drink. The addition of chili oil brought a gentle spiciness to the soup, making it a delight to slurp. This combination of a light yet flavorful broth with a kick of spiciness made for a satisfying bowl of ramen. This is probably why it has its fans. The chashu consisted of two types, chicken breast and pork loin, lightly seared. The toppings included minced meat, mizuna greens, okra, seaweed, spicy green onions, and it was quite abundant. The okra surprisingly complemented the dish well. The minced meat seemed to be mixed with spicy miso. Additionally, I also ordered the Chashu Bowl, which was quite indulgent with its choice of fatty cuts of meat, so if you have room, I recommend trying it out. Overall, it was very delicious, and I found it to be a unique and flavorful bowl that doesn't fit into a specific category. I personally quite liked it. They have other menu items like salt ramen and fried rice, which I would like to try in the future. Thank you for the meal. I will definitely come back.

It was really delicious!!! The work was done carefully. Today's soy sauce ramen was the best. I was happy that there was plenty of chashu and a whole egg. It was so delicious that I ended up drinking a lot of soup too! The owner is still unfriendly as usual, but he doesn't seem scary and is probably a nice person.

I visited Dogenbozu at Nakano Shinmichi Station, located in Nabeya Yokocho. Although known for their spicy miso ramen, I heard that their salt ramen is delicious. Due to a ticket machine malfunction, I purchased a ticket for salt egg ramen for 880 yen from a vinyl rack and took a seat. I paid upfront and waited for my order. When the bowl arrived, the golden soup shimmered with charred onions floating on the surface, creating a savory aroma. The soup, made from chicken, pork, and vegetables (mainly onions), had a hint of sweetness and a subtle black pepper spiciness, with a faint taste of seafood (kombu, scallops, etc.). The soup was light yet flavorful, lacking any harshness or saltiness. The flat curly noodles had a great texture, perfectly complementing the soup. The tender chashu, with its natural meaty flavor, paired well with the soup. The white leeks and slightly spicy kaiware added a nice touch, while the slimy okra balanced it out. The sweet and savory flavor of the marinated egg, infused with a hint of seaweed aroma, was a comforting addition. Overall, the dish was of high quality and priced at 880 yen, making it a great value for money. The restaurant's ambiance was pleasant, and the place was well-organized. I truly enjoyed the delicious meal and left feeling satisfied.

I visited the restaurant for lunch on a regular day. It was my first visit to this place that I had been curious about. There were customers before me, but there were empty seats and I was seated promptly. I ordered the Spicy Ramen for 830 yen. The soup was bright red and looked very spicy! However, it wasn't as spicy as it looked, and instead had a strong numbing spiciness that I really enjoyed. The noodles were flat and chewy, and they went well with the red soup. It wasn't as spicy as it appeared, so I kept eating more. If it had more vegetables, it would be like a Szechuan hot pot. I almost finished the soup that looked really spicy. Thank you for the meal.

Salt Ramen with Meat - 980 yen Thin noodles, curly noodles, light flavor There is a good amount of meat in it, which is nice It's rare to see okra in ramen, but I don't particularly like it as a topping There are no tissues in the restaurant The spiciness wasn't too strong, it was okay I might like the salt flavor Seems like a good option for a light meal or a drink after work

New Nakano Ramen Shop. Ordered the spicy ramen with flavored egg (880 yen) with the highest level of spiciness available for free, "super spicy". Despite its appearance, this ramen is not very spicy. Well, it's not completely non-spicy, but the impression is more like "mildly spicy". What stands out more is the richness of the soup. In a good way, it has a nostalgic taste as if you're eating ramen from the Showa era. Despite being contradictory to its spiciness, my personal impression is that it has a gentle flavor. The flavored egg was also delicious with a well-infused taste. The default amount of noodles was a bit insufficient for me, so I ordered extra white rice and added it to the soup. It was incredibly delicious, to the point where it might be tastier than the ramen itself (laughs). Left the shop very satisfied. I want to try various toppings next time. [Rating] ★★★★★★★★ 8/10 [Certified Great Restaurant!!!]

Arrived at the last ramen shop in the area on Saturday at 11:32 with two customers already there. Ordered the Salted Pork Ramen for ¥930, paid at the ticket counter, poured myself some water, and sat down. The bowl arrived 15 minutes later with chicken breast, 2 slices of pork belly, 4 slices of pork loin, 1 sheet of seaweed, a little bit of radish sprouts and chopped okra, a few pieces of fried garlic, and about 150g of thin flat noodles. The soup was lacking in flavor and depth, with only a hint of salt and garlic aroma, so I added a lot of pepper. The bitterness of the radish sprouts stood out in the bland soup, and the sweetness of the okra was lost. Disappointing ramen, Hiroshima soul, do your best!

This ramen shop is very delicious. It is a place where women dining alone or families with children can feel safe. The taste is great, but what's even more appreciated is the welcoming atmosphere that allows you to enjoy the flavors without worry. The owner is warm and kind, especially towards young children. Both the spicy and classic ramen are delicious. You can choose the level of spiciness, and they even provide paper napkins to prevent the soup from splattering. It's a taste that I want to enjoy regularly. The only downside is that they close early.

■ Spicy Ramen with Flavored Egg Located about a 3-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Shin-Nakano Station, along the Nabe-Ya Yokocho, is Menya Dougenbozu. This restaurant, which means "naughty kids" in the Yamaguchi dialect, is known for its flavorful spicy ramen with a pleasant kick. The spiciness level ranges from mild to extremely spicy, with four options available. This time, I chose to go all out with the spiciest option. The toppings included white negi (Japanese leek), kaiware (daikon radish sprouts), okra, seasoned ground pork, char siu (roasted pork), nori (seaweed), and a flavored egg. Upon tasting the soup, I found that it wasn't as spicy as it looked, but it had a complex depth of spiciness from a blend of chili oil and various chili peppers. Within this spiciness, there were layers of umami from animal and seafood stock, sweetness from vegetables, richness from the seasoned ground pork, and a savory aroma from the roasted leeks. It was a well-balanced and flavorful spicy soup that wasn't just about the heat. The noodles were also exceptional. They seemed to be homemade, with a high water content that gave them a chewy texture with a smooth finish that paired perfectly with the soup. The toppings were also excellent, with crunchy white negi and kaiware adding texture, while the chopped okra added a thickening element to enhance the soup's smoothness. The flavored egg had a rich, semi-soft yolk that was delicious. As I continued eating, I noticed a subtle hint of yuzu peel, which added a refreshing touch to the dish. It paired well with the soup and was a genius addition. The char siu was outstanding as well. The rolled pork belly char siu released a rich pork flavor and abundant fat, melting in the mouth. Depending on how hungry you are, you could also opt for the meaty version of the ramen. After finishing every last drop of the soup and giving a nod of satisfaction, I left the restaurant. Thank you for another delicious meal today.

Visited shortly after the opening on February 10, 2022. Ordered the spicy ramen. It was my first time, so I asked for the normal level of spiciness. The broth was not just spicy but also deliciously flavorful. The noodles were similar to Sano ramen style and tended to splash if not eaten carefully. They provided a napkin instead of an apron beforehand, which was a bit strange. Adding rice at the end made it even more delicious. Thank you for the meal.

5 minutes walk from Shin-Nakano Station on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line. Exit the ticket gate at Shinjuku from platform 1 and head to exit 3. From the exit, turn right on Ome Kaido Avenue, cross the Nabeya Yokocho intersection, and turn right. The restaurant is located about 200 meters ahead on the left side of Nabeya Yokocho Street. This ramen restaurant opened in 2014. Originally located in Sasazuka, it was reopened under the current name in 2013 as a renewal of a ramen restaurant called "Men Do Okagesama". It was previously the second branch of "Machida Soup Shop Shiio Ramen Evolution" and relocated to this location. The owner's previous job was a musician from Shimonoseki. The name "Dougenbozu" is said to mean "brat" in the Shimonoseki dialect. The walls of the restaurant have copies of anti-racism messages, and the owner has been known to speak out against discriminatory remarks made by other industry members on social media. The owner's liberal ideology is prominently displayed, making it a unique type of restaurant in the food industry. I wanted to visit here because I saw a spicy ramen on social media that looked delicious. As a fan of spicy food and noodles, I definitely wanted to try it. Due to the state of emergency caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the restaurant had been closed for a while, but I heard that they resumed lunch service in October, so I decided to visit. I arrived around 11:50. There were 3 customers already seated and 8 customers came in after me. I was able to get a seat easily as I arrived just before the lunch rush, but the restaurant quickly became crowded, and it remained full with a steady stream of customers. First, I purchased a ticket at the machine. The regular menu includes spicy ramen, salt ramen, spicy tsukemen, and salt tsukemen. Each option has variations with seasoned egg, green onions, and meat. In addition, there is a Nabeyoko mixed ramen (takeout only?), fried rice, and a special soy sauce ramen available periodically. There are also toppings like powdered cheese, cilantro, rice dishes, drinks, etc. I was also interested in the Nabeyoko mixed ramen and the special soy sauce ramen, but I stuck to my initial choice and purchased a ticket for the spicy ramen with seasoned egg. The owner asked me about the level of spiciness, which could be normal, slightly spicy, very spicy, or extremely spicy (for an additional fee). I chose the highest level of spiciness, very spicy. The interior of the restaurant had a slightly worn-out feel, but it was clean and well-maintained. The decorations inside and outside the restaurant seemed to be handmade. There was a strong love for the Hiroshima Carp baseball team displayed by the owner. The restaurant had an L-shaped counter with 8 seats. In the kitchen, there was the owner and one woman (possibly his wife?). The cooking process seemed quite meticulous. The spicy ramen was served in about 7 minutes. It had a soup with red chili oil floating on top and medium-thin flat noodles with a hand-kneaded texture. The toppings included a rolled pork belly chashu, seasoned ground meat, seasoned egg, roughly chopped okra, seaweed, white onions, and clams. I first tasted the soup. It seemed to have a chicken-based clear broth with hints of bonito flakes. There were also black flakes resembling charred green onions floating around, giving a slightly sweet flavor likely from aromatic vegetables. The spiciness from the chili oil was not as strong as it looked. It seemed like a blend of multiple chili peppers to add depth to the spiciness, which kept it interesting without becoming overwhelming. Additionally, there was a fragrant shrimp flavor present. I thought the soup was very well-made. It would have been perfect for me if the sweetness was a bit less pronounced. The noodles were cooked al dente, with a slightly irregular thickness and texture that allowed them to absorb the soup well. The rolled pork belly chashu seemed to be lightly seared with a burner. It had a combination of a slightly charred and melt-in-your-mouth tender texture, which tasted delicious. The seasoned ground meat was quite spicy. When mixed into the soup, it added richness to the spiciness of the soup, making it even more enjoyable. And then, the okra. It seemed to serve as a substitute for menma (bamboo shoots) and added a nice touch to the bowl.

I am the baseball king Saito! I put my life on pitching, gourmet food, and alcohol! I found a picture of delicious ramen I ate in the past on my smartphone. It's amazing how convenient and surprising smartphones are. When I looked up ramen, the picture of the ramen I ate at this restaurant came up. I remember being taken to this restaurant by a Carp fan friend. The salt ramen had a rich flavor and was incredibly delicious. It wasn't just mellow, it had a funky sharpness to it. The chashu was tender and tasty, and the refreshing feeling from the green onions was quite nice too. The atmosphere of the restaurant also conveyed a love for Hiroshima, which left a great impression on me as a baseball fan! Shin-Nakano is a place I've been going to recently, so I'm feeling like going back there again. It's nostalgic yet realistically makes me want to go back! See you later!

Today I went to Shin-Nakano Station. If you head south from Nabeya Yokocho, it's about a 5-minute walk. It's called Dougenbousu. I heard the master, who is a Carp fan, is working hard. Today he is chatting with regular customers about baseball. They say this year is not looking good. But it's still early in the season. The salt ramen looked delicious, but I decided to go with their signature dish, the spicy ramen. I chose the spiciest level, "buchi-kara." After waiting for 5 minutes, it arrived. It looked really spicy. The noodles were nice and chewy. The soup was okay, maybe lacking a bit of depth. Maybe it's just me. Overall, it was tasty but I felt the kick was a bit weak. I'm rooting for them.