Open from 11:00 to 24:00, year-round without holidays. There are not many seats, but there seems to be a second floor as well. The staff consists of five members, mainly foreigners. There are dividers at the counter on the first floor. You can choose between thin or thick noodles for the ramen, but thick noodles seem to be the default. I asked for thin noodles though. Next time, I want to try the unique set only available at this restaurant, the "Half and Half Set B," which includes fried rice.

Grilled pork rice set for 1,170 yen. It was delicious as usual. However, next time, I think I can do without the grilled pork rice. Just the ramen is enough to fill me up (because there is a lot of grilled pork in it). It seemed like many other customers were also ordering just the ramen.

Oh, it's hot... I want something cold to eat... I really can't stand the heat, so I've been struggling with the recent hot weather. That's why I chose this restaurant where I can quickly grab a meal. They have cold menu options, so I decided to go for the "Cold Ramen with Extra Noodles"!! I chose the thick noodles. I ordered and in about 10 minutes, it was served. Oh, this looks perfect. There are ice cubes floating in it, and the cool sensation is just amazing! The pork slices are served separately, so they don't get tough from the cold. It's great. I finished it in no time haha. On hot days, I prefer this over cold noodles! For me, this ramen is the way to go.

Second part of the journey to confirm the taste of my best friend, who is a picky eater with obesity. This time, during our lunch break, we went to "Sakautsugi" restaurant. I have visited Sakautsugi (including when it was Kohoshi) several times in various locations. The regular "Kitakata Ramen" on the menu comes with a generous amount of pork belly chashu, which is one of the ramen dishes I sometimes crave as a meat lover. However, I usually order the "Char Siu Ramen" because I feel like I need even more meat. This time, I decided to try the Char Siu Ramen again after a long time, and I was surprised by the overwhelming amount of meat. I thought it might not be enough, so I ordered the seared char siu rice set, but it turned out to be more than enough. It was delicious, so I was satisfied. As for my best friend's reaction, it was just "Yeah, it's good." Unlike the negative comment about the seaweed at Nichiyouya the day before, there was no particular favorite point that made my friend want to come back. Sakautsugi's soup is made only with pork bones, so maybe my friend's preference for meat is in the order of beef, chicken, and then pork. Perhaps a mix of chicken bones or seafood would suit my friend's taste better. My best friend may not come back to Sakautsugi with me, but I will probably visit again on my own someday.

■Limited Edition■ Japanese-style Chilled Ramen ¥860 ■Half Fried Rice ¥360 -------------------------------------------------- At Sakanai, they have their first chilled menu item. The noodles are the usual medium-thick curly noodles. Since they are chilled, the chewy texture is even more pronounced, making it enjoyable to bite into. The soup is slightly sour, similar to noodle soup. The consideration of serving the chashu (sliced pork) on a separate plate is wonderful. Chilled chashu tends to harden due to the fat content, but with this one, there is no need to worry. You can enjoy the clear soup until the very end. The chashu at Sakanai, paired with wasabi, is delicious. I want to enjoy this with a beer. The fried rice has a strong umami flavor. It's a bit salty, but it's the type of fried rice that I like. The exploration of chilled ramen in Tokyo continues. Thank you for the meal.

#Kitakata Ramen Sakanai #Summer limited Chinese-style cold ramen #My 241st ramen adventure This was my first time visiting Kitakata Ramen Sakanai in Kabukicho, Shinjuku. I was intrigued by their summer limited poster and wanted to try their Chinese-style cold ramen, but unfortunately they were out of the soup. I ended up ordering the tsukemen with extra noodles for 890 yen. The soup had a Japanese-style dashi flavor that was quite enjoyable.

Sakai-san often visits this restaurant, which has many branches in Tokyo. When I visited during lunchtime, the restaurant was full, with only one person waiting. It is conveniently located near Seibu Shinjuku Station, so I have used it many times on my way home. Surprisingly, this is my first review. I ordered my favorite "Seared Pork Bowl Set" for 1080 yen including tax. You can choose between thin or thick noodles, so I asked for thick noodles. The dish arrived in 8 minutes. The seared pork bowl is seared with a burner after being served, and the smell of the burnt sauce stimulates the appetite. As for the Kitakata ramen, the soup is like the typical "the Kitakata ramen" with a subtle taste of seasoning. But the star of Kitakata ramen is definitely the chashu! When you slurp the noodles with plenty of tender chashu, your mouth naturally forms a smile. By the way, Sakai-san often receives cold barley tea with refills promptly provided when empty. In contrast to many other places that are neglectful or serve lukewarm drinks, I admire this company's attitude. I will definitely visit again. Thank you for the meal.

I tried my favorite menu, the Blue Shishito Salt Ramen! The salt flavor of Kitakata ramen noodles is delicious and not overpowered. I thought there was too much green onion at first, but as I ate, it paired well with the saltiness of the soup. I regret eating all the blue shishito peppers because I'm over 50 and my stomach is sensitive. It might be better to enjoy the flavor by placing the peppers aside when eating. It was Friday night, so the dumplings were half off! They were not greasy, perfectly cooked, and highly recommended.

When I return to Shinjuku, I always end up coming here. The char siu ramen is obviously delicious, and the fried rice is also outstanding! Moreover, living in Kyoto currently makes me crave this taste even more, as everything there seems to lack flavor. I can't wait for my next trip back to Tokyo!

I wanted to eat delicious char siu near Kabukicho in Shinjuku, so I visited this place. The ramen was nothing special, but the char siu was consistently delicious. When I ate at the Fukushima main store over 15 years ago, the ramen was also delicious. I wonder if the main store still serves delicious ramen? Thank you for the meal. Thank you for the consistency.

I have been a regular customer since the days when the Kabukicho branch and the Shinjuku branch were located in the same area. Every time I go back home, I find myself coming back to this unforgettable taste. When you think of Bannai, you think of their chashu! As many of you may know, it's hard to find elsewhere, but Kabukicho has it and their fried rice is amazing! There was a time when I was satisfied with just the large portion of fried rice, but now that I live in a different region, I always end up ordering the best match - chashu ramen with half fried rice set, which includes the nostalgic chashu and the delicious fried rice from the Kabukicho branch. This taste is the best fried rice taste. Thank you always! Whenever I return to Shinjuku, this taste always welcomes me back.

I visited this restaurant after such a long time that I can't even remember when was the last time. They have green chili peppers here! I have to try it! We ordered dumplings to share. Green chili peppers go really well with ramen. I got hooked on it! I definitely want to eat it again.

I love the chewy noodles. I came to Kitakata Ramen Sakanai after a long time. There are many foreign customers in the shop, but it's easy to communicate with them. I ordered the regular Kitakata ramen. The first sip of the soup was so good. Then I tried the noodles. I still love Kitakata ramen. The chashu was delicious and I also love the green onions. I forgot something in the shop and called them when I got home. The manager, I think, was very kind and helpful. When I went to pick it up the next day, they were still very friendly. I definitely want to come back! The ramen is delicious, the staff is kind, and it has become my favorite place.

At the entrance of Omoide Yokocho, there is a retro and simple shop with a counter where you buy meal tickets. You can choose between thick and thin noodles. The original dish seems to come with thick noodles, so I ordered that. I also ordered the char-grilled pork rice set. The soup was light, and I didn't feel guilty even after drinking it.

I used it after work. It is a chain store located near Seibu Shinjuku Station, with various locations in Tokyo. The interior of the store has table seats and counter seats, and I was guided to the counter seats, which were a bit cramped. This time, I ordered the regular size Kitakata ramen, 3 gyoza, and a beer. The beer arrived immediately after ordering, and the ramen and gyoza were served in about 5 minutes. The clear soup is a light and gentle soy sauce-based soup. It seems to go well after drinking alcohol. The soft chashu was the same as the chashu served as an appetizer when I ordered the beer, but the appetizer chashu had a more flavorful taste. Personally, I like chashu that is this soft and fatty, so I recommend it to those who like that kind of chashu. The gyoza had a generous amount of filling and was tastier than I expected. I ordered a bottle of Asahi Super Dry beer. It was properly chilled and delicious. Considering the volume and taste of the ramen, I thought the cost performance was quite good. Thank you for the meal.

I don't eat sweet things, so when I'm tired, I crave spicy food. That's why I decided to try the green chili ramen at Sakauchi. It was raining that day, but since it was Friday and gyoza was half off, the restaurant was a bit crowded. I waited for about 5-10 minutes, but the turnover was quick so it wasn't a problem. I sat at the counter, where each chair had an umbrella stand attached, which I thought was genius. Since I'm not a fan of beer and there were no sours available at Sakauchi, I opted for sake. The small bottle made it easy for me to enjoy it alone. The cut-off chashu as a snack was deliciously salty. The sake was easy to drink with a mild taste, but a bit sweet, so I found myself wanting a highball or tea cocktail. The ramen arrived fairly quickly, followed by the gyoza. The piping hot ramen was heavenly, with rich broth and a punch of spiciness from the green chili. The melty chashu with negi was a perfect combination. The thick, chewy noodles had a satisfying texture. The green chili ramen got spicier as I ate, which was perfect for relieving my fatigue. The gyoza was a solid, classic choice with a delicious sear. Overall, Sakauchi offers great value for delicious food.

...but it's still Kitakata Ramen, a franchise. However, once you taste this flavor, you'll become captivated by it even if you don't know the taste of the original. The owner of the noodle shop Yu, which I often visit, is also fascinated by this taste. Although it's already October, the hot weather continues during the weekday lunch. I feel like enjoying that "special" taste of Kitakata Ramen after a long time. It's a bit of a journey, but let's stretch our legs to PePe near Seibu Shinjuku Station, on the outskirts of Kabukicho. Let's think about the closest route to the store. It seems better to turn at the Nakano Shinjuku Hyakunincho intersection and head towards Seibu Shinjuku Station from the Shokuan street rather than entering PePe from the Oogado on Kotaki Bridge Street. Once you reach Yasukuni Street, enter the alley immediately to find the store. The impressive white and black exterior gives off a flashy vibe despite the plain colors. When I entered the store, there were quite a few people, and there were two customers waiting. Since I've come this far, there's no turning back. The store was cool with the air conditioning, but I started sweating instantly. Surprisingly, the turnover was fast, and I was able to sit at the counter seat without waiting for more than 5 minutes. First, I quickly checked the menu. I'm interested in the set with grilled pork rice and ramen, but since I'm here, I want to have plenty of juicy chashu and extra noodles. I don't need to order rice separately since it should come as a service. I immediately ordered the "Chashu Noodle Large" with thick noodles. Of course, I'll ask for the lunch service rice as well. Looking at the menu, I thought that even here in Sakauchi, the impact of high prices was significantly reflected. Comparing it to when I used the store in Shinjuku Omoide Yokocho 4 years ago, it felt like the prices had increased considerably. The food was served in less than 10 minutes, so there was hardly any waiting stress. The chashu piled on the bowl was so much that the noodles were not visible, which was a relief. I took a piece of chashu and took a bite... and then another piece. It may be just a coincidence, but the taste of the chashu I enjoyed before was different. It wasn't the chashu I imagined from Sakauchi... It was a flavorful braised pork with plenty of fat, tender and juicy meat, and every bite spread deliciousness in my mouth. It was not tough and juicy, to say the least. The balance and deliciousness between the flat curly noodles and the soup remained unchanged from before. I was able to enjoy the service rice and pickles alternately. It was delicious, but the chashu, braised pork, was not satisfying, which was disappointing. It might be due to the high prices that they changed the cut to a cheaper arm meat. As I stepped outside, a heatwave that didn't feel like October enveloped my body. Now, I have 10 minutes until the afternoon work... If I run at full speed, it seems just right for burning calories.

Sakaguchi Shokudo, known for its Kitakata ramen, is a must-visit spot. The medium-thick curly noodles, light soy sauce broth, and tender pork chashu are incredibly delicious and easy to enjoy. While there are many great ramen shops in Shinjuku, you'll naturally find yourself wanting to visit this place.

Half and half set B, half ramen, half char siu rice bowl, with seasoned boiled egg. I prefer thick noodles. Personally, I like curly noodles. The portion size was just right. The soup was light and good. The sauce for the char siu bowl was a bit too sweet. It was delicious with a nice smoky flavor. I finished by adding some refreshing vinegar.

Shinjuku Station East Exit. Located in the area with Kabukicho, Japan's largest entertainment district, I decided to have lunch by heading towards Kabukicho from Seibu Shinjuku. I found this popular ramen shop in Omoide Yokocho. I bought a meal ticket and sat at the counter. I ordered the Kitakata Wonton Ramen with a choice of thin or thick noodles, and I chose the thick noodles. The restaurant was crowded, so I had to wait a bit. When the ramen arrived, I was impressed by the generous amount of chashu pork on top. I tasted the soup first, which had a soy sauce flavor typical of Kitakata ramen. It was delicious. The thick noodles had a nice texture and were enjoyable to eat. The wontons were not abundant in number but had a good texture and taste. The chashu pork was tender and not overly seasoned, making it very tasty. The portion size was just right, and I left the restaurant feeling satisfied. This is a place I would definitely want to visit again after a night of drinking in Kabukicho.