Good evening, this is Tenhan Jii. Yesterday, I went to Shinjuku Gyoen. Interestingly, it was also featured in Shinjuku Gyoen by the New Beauty Giants last night. Well, why now? The filming is apparently from February to early March, so the cherry blossoms are not in full bloom yet. Yesterday, the Somei Yoshino variety was almost over, but there were several cultivated varieties that were in full bloom. In particular, the Ichiba variety was stunning and there were many of them in the garden. After that, I headed to Toyohachiya. I found out about it through Mairebi's review. The lineage is unknown. It is a rare ramen shop in Shinjuku. The location is quite far from Shinjuku Station, past the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, a little further from the Park Hyatt Tokyo. It's probably more than 1 km away. It seems like it's about a 5-minute walk from Hatsudai Station, but considering the transfer, it doesn't seem like it would be quick. First visit to the shop, it seems quite spacious. It may have been a tavern before. There are signs on the windows and entrance that say "Homemade Chicken and Pork Bone Soup". You buy a meal ticket at the ticket machine on the right side as soon as you enter the shop. - Toyo Set Regular 890 yen - Flavored Egg 100 yen The Toyo Set is a set that includes ramen, a mini negi bowl, and 3 dumplings. The default ramen is 650 yen, and until 6:00 PM, rice is free. This is a high cost-performance ratio. The set of Toyo Set is 240 yen, so this is also cheap. Inside the shop, there is an L-shaped counter seat and three tables. When I entered, there were about two other customers, but after that, a few more customers came. There were two staff members, a male who seemed to be the shop owner and a female staff member. From their language, they seemed to be from a Chinese-speaking country. I ordered the meal ticket and asked for the noodles to be firm and with extra noodles. After about 5 minutes, the mini negi bowl arrived first, followed shortly by the ramen and then the dumplings. The ramen had a standard look with one slice of pork belly, spinach, and 3 sheets of nori. The mini negi bowl had white negi on top and pork belly underneath. I used the soup spoon to take a sip, and it was delicious! It seems to have a fair amount of chicken oil, but it didn't leave much of an impression. The chicken and pork bone soup seems to be mainly chicken-based, with a subtle presence of pork bone. It is full of umami and very tasty. You can tell that they use a lot of bones. The soy sauce flavor is not very strong, but it is noticeable. The sliced negi was sprinkled a bit and had a noticeable presence. The noodles were straight, medium-thick noodles that were firm and chewy. They were provided slightly firm, but soon became chewy and had a nice texture. These are delicious noodles, probably from Maruyama Seimen. The toppings included a tender pork belly slice. It had a light flavor, similar to those from other shops, but not as thin as some others. The spinach was boiled to a moderate softness. It had no bitterness or off-flavors, but it felt like the flavor was a bit lacking. The nori was not bad in taste, but it was thin and light in flavor. Oh, I almost forgot, the flavored egg came in a separate dish later. It seems like they forgot to put it in. I had also forgotten about it. The yolk was almost solidified. Maybe they sliced it in half? It had a slightly sweet and light seasoning. Even though the yolk was solidified, it was still delicious. The mini negi bowl had about a regular bowl of rice with crunchy white negi on top. It was drizzled with a sauce containing sesame oil (spicy oil?). The pork belly was probably the same as the one in the ramen, but it was tender. It was quite generous with the amount. The sauce had a slightly sweet taste and was quite delicious. The dumplings were quite ordinary, with a filling of cabbage and meat. The meat flavor was not very strong. However, the skin was quite chewy and made a good impression. In conclusion, the soup and noodles were incredibly delicious. I was probably extra hungry. I would definitely like to visit again. Thank you for the meal. Oh, and, ramen ===========

In the past, I had planned to visit some restaurants in Tokyo but couldn't due to the impact of the pandemic. So, I decided to check out "Toyohachiya" in Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, which was one of the places I had in mind. When I arrived at the restaurant, I saw the sign saying "open", but there were no customers inside. I entered around 5:30 pm on a Saturday, and there was no one in the kitchen either. An older male staff member appeared and confirmed that they were open, but there was no warm welcome. I ordered a default ramen with the noodle cooked for 7 minutes and requested the free rice refill option. The price of 700 yen including tax seemed quite cheap for a location like Nishi-Shinjuku, but the quality of the ramen turned out to be disappointing. The broth lacked depth and richness, and it felt like I was eating a bowl from another popular ramen chain. The portion was generous, and the free rice refill was a nice touch. Overall, my experience at Toyohachiya was underwhelming, especially considering the prime location and price point.

In the past, when it came to ramen, I used to love Chiyosaku in Takadanobaba the most and would eat it almost every week, every day. But recently, I haven't had many opportunities to eat tonkotsu ramen. So when I had the chance to visit Toyohachikya, I ordered a simple ramen. I also ordered gyoza and negi rice as a set. When I took a bite of the tonkotsu ramen, it was delicious! It was a bit on the salty side, but still delicious, so I continued eating while sandwiching spinach and seaweed. The negi rice was quite refreshing, which paired well with this ramen. I would like to eat it again when I'm nearby! It was delicious. Thank you for the meal!

Located just a 5-minute walk from Hatsudai Station on the Keio New Line, near the Tokyo Opera City side exit 1, is the ramen restaurant "Ramen Toyohachi." I visited for the first time around 4 pm on a day off. I purchased a meal ticket from the vending machine first. They offer a variety of ramen options starting from 700 yen, including tsukemen, miso, negi, chashu, and more toppings. They also have a good selection of appetizers like karaage and chashu. This time, I opted for the Toyoset which includes ramen, a mini negi-don, and 3 gyoza for 950 yen. Payment is cash only. The ramen allows you to customize the thickness of the noodles, firmness, and amount of oil. I chose thick noodles with less oil. The restaurant has a counter with 7-8 seats and 4 tables for 2-4 people. It was not crowded during the off-peak hours. The food was served promptly, and I dug in. The noodles were thick and soft, the soup was light due to less oil. The chashu was average, with spinach and seaweed on top. The mini negi-don was surprisingly generous in size, with plenty of crunchy leeks and diced chashu underneath. The gyoza had a slightly chewy skin and was just the right portion with 3 pieces. In the end, the set meal was quite filling for two people. They also offer complimentary rice. The restaurant is welcoming and offers a variety of options like appetizer sets, gyoza, and karaage to enjoy with a drink before having ramen. I might come back to try this again.

I was heading to a Chinese restaurant called Yamadaya in town to have a meal, but it was closed for the day. Disappointed, I turned back, and just then, large hailstones started falling rapidly, so I quickly sought refuge in a nearby ramen shop. It had a typical factory-style house ramen look, and I didn't expect it to be particularly delicious, so I bought a meal ticket with that in mind. It was pouring rain outside. It turned out to be a good decision to take shelter. When the ramen arrived, I took a sip of the soup and was surprised. It was a proper house ramen, and it was delicious. I usually prefer a milder, more balanced style of ramen, rather than ones with strong soy sauce flavor or thick soup, but this soup was just right for me. Despite the shop's appearance with posters plastered all over, giving off a bit of a sloppy vibe, the taste completely exceeded my expectations. I think about 40% of my surprise came from how good it was. I was happy to have found such a nice surprise. If the weather hadn't suddenly turned bad, I definitely wouldn't have gone in. I found a great restaurant.

Repeat visit. When I'm feeling hungry and craving a hearty ramen, the rice service at this family-style ramen shop comes in handy. Even though I know I'm eating too much, I can't help but order it. The rich and creamy chicken and pork bone broth is well-balanced without any unpleasant smell, and the char siu is tender and delicious. Overall, I can tell that they put a lot of care into their work.

Ramen: 700 yen Spinach 100 yen The other day, I found out on Instagram that there was a house-style ramen shop near my company that I had completely overlooked, so I immediately headed to Toyohachiya. The shop opened in March last year, so it's relatively new. I arrived at 11:49 and there was no wait. There were only two other customers inside. I ordered ramen with spinach as a topping. When I handed over the meal ticket, they asked about my preferences, and surprisingly, you can choose the thickness of the noodles here! I asked for thin noodles cooked firm and with less noodles, and waited for my order. It only took 3 minutes for my order to arrive! Fast! When I tasted the soup, I was shocked. Despite being a house-style ramen, it was sweet! Apparently, they use chicken broth, so I think that's where the sweetness comes from. It was mild and delicious. It paired well with the thin noodles, making it easy to eat, and what's great about this place is that the rice is always piping hot. You can get a free serving of rice, and it's always steaming hot from start to finish. Of course, it's delicious wrapped in seaweed, or eaten with the char siu. I thought garlic would definitely go well with this soup, so I added some. It was the right choice. The garlic's boldness added to the sweet and gentle soup, elevating the mischievousness. Lastly, when I poured the soup over the rice, it turned into the most delicious house-style rice porridge I've ever had. Oh, I wish I could have kept slurping that porridge forever... Thank you for the meal.

On the way back from drinking, I felt like eating something salty near my house, so I entered this place. I bought a "shoyu ramen" for 700 yen at the ticket vending machine at the entrance (I hesitated between miso ramen). The ramen that came out was basic and simple. You can choose the thickness of the noodles, the richness of the flavor, and the amount of oil at the beginning. (I like chewy noodles, so I chose thick noodles and rich flavor). While eating, I remembered a ramen shop called "Musou Shinjuku" that used to be near my house but is now closed... I wonder why... (Maybe it's the saltiness and richness of the flavor). Thank you for the meal.

I pretend that I haven't been there before, but this is actually my second visit. The more I eat, the more addictive it becomes. They offer a choice between thick and thin noodles for their ramen, and apparently thin noodles come with a free rice service. I might go back again when I feel like it!

House-style ramen restaurant in Nishi-Shinjuku. This is my second visit since it opened in March 22. Last time I had soy sauce, so this time I opted for miso. Miso comes in regular size @700, medium size @800. I decided to go for the Miso Tokumori regular size @880. You can choose between thick or thin noodles, and I chose thick noodles again. I also asked for the flavor (strong to light), oil (more to less), and noodle texture (firm to soft) to be all normal. Come to think of it, last time I had the soy sauce Tokumori. The location is along Suidobashi Road, a bit of a walk from Hatagaya Station, so it's quiet at night, only two people were there. After a 5-minute wait, the Miso Tokumori regular size arrived. Rice is complimentary but I declined. The toppings included two large slices of chashu, seasoned egg, menma, bean sprouts, corn, three sheets of seaweed, and green onions. It's a great deal for the price @880 with so many toppings. The chashu and egg are drizzled with chili oil. The broth is a mix of homemade chicken and pork bone soup, which is not too sharp but rather mellow. I quite like it. The miso flavor is also mellow and pairs well with the broth. There's a hint of spiciness from the chili oil. The chashu is fatty and flavorful. It's delicious when soaked in the soup. The firm-boiled egg is also tasty when soaked in the soup. With toppings like chashu, egg, bean sprouts, corn, seaweed, it's definitely a good deal. It would be nice to have a ladle with holes for the corn that gets lost in the soup. Adding garlic enhances the flavor, and I finished every last bit. There's nothing particularly outstanding, but the homemade broth is well done. I quite like it. Thank you for the meal.

I found a ramen shop while looking for lunch places around Nishi-Shinjuku. They claim to serve house-style ramen, but it is made with chicken and pork bone broth, which Kansai people like. The rich soy sauce broth, typical of house-style ramen, is enhanced with the thickness of chicken bone, resulting in a concentrated umami flavor. The thick and tender chashu is also good!

-Ramen: 650 yen -Ajitama topping: One free with a flyer -Rice: Free I visited on a weekday night. There was a couple and a solo diner already there. I remember this place used to be a tuna specialty store, now turned into an izakaya at night. The interior hasn't changed much. There was one person in the front and one in the kitchen. I started with the basic soy sauce ramen. You can choose the richness of the soup, the amount of fat, and the thickness and firmness of the noodles. I ordered mine with a light soup, less fat, thick noodles, and firm texture. It arrived in about 10 minutes. The first bite was good, with a nice balance of flavor and not too fatty. The noodles were smooth and delicious. However, as I kept eating, I felt like it lacked some uniqueness and the balance with the noodles wasn't quite right. I tried to change the taste with garlic, chili pepper, ginger, vinegar, etc., but unfortunately, it didn't improve the soup. The ajitama was tasty, and the complimentary rice was appreciated. I would consider coming back if I have the chance.

I had Chashu Ramen (900 yen) for lunch near Shinjuku Central Park due to work. I went to Toyohachikaya, which opened this spring. There was a flyer for a free topping at the storefront. I ordered the Chashu Ramen and added a seasoned egg with the coupon. I asked for firm noodles and everything else normal. The storefront advertised "Homemade Chicken Bone Pork Ramen," and the soup was satisfying. It was relatively light for a house-style ramen, likely made with chicken bones. The medium-thick noodles had a slightly crunchy texture due to being cooked firm. The chashu had a slightly firm texture, and the seasoned egg had a firm yolk, although it looked a bit messy. There are few house-style ramen options around Shinjuku, so I hope they do well. Thank you for the meal.

After leaving my car for inspection, I took a bus to Chiba Station and then headed to Shinjuku on the Sobu Rapid Line and Toei Shinjuku Line. Today, I went to Toyohachiya. The nearest station is Hatsudai, about 650m away. It's about 1.2km from Shinjuku Station. It's located along Route 431, about 350m away from Saiseiya, which is on the opposite side of Yamate Street. The closest bus stops are Keio Shinjuku Elementary School and Toei Shinjuku Shako-mae, which are in the same location, about 30m away. It's located in a quiet residential area once you enter the street. The restaurant opened on March 1st this year. The origin of the restaurant's name and the owner's hometown are unknown. I entered the restaurant a little before noon. I purchased a ramen set for 650 yen and an extra seaweed for 100 yen at the ticket machine near the entrance. The seating consists of an L-shaped counter on the kitchen side, two tables for 2 and 4 people on the left, and two counter seats facing the wall. I chose to sit at the corner of the kitchen side counter. I requested the noodles to be cooked firm. When asked about thin or thick noodles, I chose thick noodles. Rice is free on weekdays, and there is an all-you-can-eat option until 6 pm. There were 6 customers before me and 6 customers after me. The kitchen is run by an elderly man who appears to be the owner and two young male assistants. The water is self-service, with a water dispenser and cups located on the left near the entrance. The seating area was fairly normal, but the corner space was narrower than the others. The space is separated from the neighboring seats by transparent acrylic panels. The right side is used for serving, and the container for collecting the tickets is also located here. Grated ginger is available on the counter. There was a sake bottle at the top end of the counter, although it was not listed on the menu. The kitchen had three large stockpots, with one pot on top for the noodles. The noodles were served in about 6 minutes. The bowl was relatively large. The first impression of the soup was that it was very similar to Seiya. It had a balanced tonkotsu flavor that was light, with a noticeable umami taste. The chicken flavor was strong, and the soup was clear and easy to drink. The soy sauce flavor was also strong but not overpowering. There was a moderate amount of chicken oil, but the aroma was weak. The soup was served hot. The noodles were medium-thick straight noodles from Maruyama Seimen. The noodles were cooked firm and had a strong chewy texture, with a glossy appearance. The chashu was rolled pork belly, slightly larger in size with a reasonable thickness. The fat was well-rendered, and the taste was average. The spinach was a bit sparse, without any bitterness or strong taste. I added 5 sheets of seaweed, which had a normal thickness and a mild flavor. It was a bit soft even before soaking it in the soup, but it did not fall apart when dipped. There were only a few pieces of chopped green onions, so I couldn't taste them. I visited on a Sunday, and unexpectedly, it was very busy, especially for lunchtime. I thought it would be busier on weekdays due to the location, with the Tokyo Bus Office across the street, and NTT East Japan & Lotte headquarters nearby. I hope the restaurant does well and is appreciated by the local residents. With its reasonable price of 650 yen, offering both thick and thin noodles, as well as a gyoza and otsumami set, it seems to have a connection with Seiya.

A new ramen shop specializing in tonkotsu ramen has opened along the south street of Nishi-Shinjuku 4-chome. Surprisingly, they are open until 2am, which is convenient for those looking for late-night dining options in the area. I decided to give it a try for the first time. Upon entering, there was a ticket machine on the right. Since it was around 4pm, there were no other customers. I ordered the Spinach Ajitama Ramen (850 yen) with a seaweed topping (100 yen). They asked me if I preferred thick or thin noodles, and being a tonkotsu ramen, I went with thin noodles. I also ordered rice (complimentary) with strong flavor, extra serving, and firm texture. Since it was my first visit, I chose the thick noodles. The ramen was served quickly as there were no other customers. I have my own way of eating tonkotsu ramen, so I started by tasting the soup first. It was rich but smooth and delicious. The noodles were slippery. The chashu had one slice of pork belly. There was plenty of spinach and seaweed, and the seasoned egg was quite firm. I sprinkled black pepper on the rice and added some grated garlic on the side. I dipped the spinach in the soup and ate it with the rice, which was soft but complemented the rice well. Then I dipped the seaweed in the soup, added a bit of garlic, and ate it with the rice and pork belly. It was also delicious. The pork belly had a mild flavor, but paired well with the soup. Overall, it was tasty, but if I were to offer a critique, I would say that the soup lacked a certain depth of flavor. There are many delicious tonkotsu ramen shops out there, and this one has potential but could use a little something extra in their soup.

This is a ramen restaurant located near Shinjuku, close to Hatsudai. The area where the restaurant is located is in Shinjuku, but it feels like a residential area with small individual shops scattered around. The exterior of the restaurant looks like a typical ramen shop. Inside, there is an L-shaped counter with six seats facing the kitchen, three two-person table seats, and one four-person table seat. It has a bright atmosphere for a ramen shop. The basic ramen is priced at 650 yen, which is quite affordable. This is a tonkotsu ramen shop, but they also offer miso ramen (700 yen) and tsukemen (700 yen). They also have options for extra toppings and volume upgrades. When you order noodles, you can get rice for free. I tried the Shoyu Tokumori - regular (850 yen), which is their recommended ramen with extra toppings. The soup has a strong umami flavor with a light touch, and the soy sauce flavor is prominent. It is designed to be enjoyed with rice. Although the soup is light, there is a large pot in the kitchen, and it seems like they cook it properly, without the strong pork bone smell. It seems to have more chicken bones than pork bones, resulting in a lighter finish. Despite that, it is much higher in quality compared to tonkotsu ramen made with emulsified lard by corporate chains, and it could be considered a delicious ramen depending on personal taste. The noodles are from Maruyama Seimen, a well-known noodle manufacturer, providing a reliable taste with a medium thickness and slightly flat cross-section, a standard type of noodle for tonkotsu ramen. It has a good balance of chewiness and texture, complementing the soup well. The toppings include two slices of chashu, half a seasoned egg, five sheets of seaweed, spinach, and green onions. The chashu is made from rolled pork belly, with a good amount of fat and a delicious taste when dipped in the soup. The seasoned egg is cut in half, slightly firm, and the flavor comes out when enjoyed with the soup. The seaweed is thick and is meant to be dipped in the soup and eaten with rice. The spinach, though possibly frozen, has a good crunch. The green onions are white and are coated with a spicy sauce based on doubanjiang. Mixing it into the soup will make the overall taste spicy, so be mindful of when to eat it. Overall, it is a sincere preparation, and the bowl is of standard size, ensuring that there is enough soup. Towards the end, it may become a bit monotonous, and it would be nice to have some condiments that could be added to enhance the flavor, but there is no perfect match among the standard options. There is garlic, ginger, and doubanjiang, but they are not available at all seats. The service is a bit reserved, with the owner being quiet. The placement of condiments on the table may be limited due to the nature of a small business, but a bit more friendliness could make the honest ramen taste even better. The restaurant is moderately busy as there are few dining options in the area, but on a national scale of tonkotsu ramen, it would score higher than 50. Since the soy sauce flavor is strong, it is highly recommended for those who plan to eat rice as well.

A ramen shop that opened in March 2022. It is rare in the neighborhood to be open on weekends and have operating hours until 2 am, which is convenient for local residents. The interior of the shop is clean and the service is polite. There are also table seats, so you can enjoy a meal with friends or have some drinks and snacks. The alcohol menu is reasonably priced with draft beer at 200 yen and bottled beer at 350 yen. This time, I ordered the regular ramen for 650 yen, which came with an additional 240 yen for a side of leek rice and gyoza in the "Toyo Set." The ramen served was quite light, made with chicken broth. It was easy to eat, but lacked a strong impact. Even when adding garlic or chili bean paste, the mild taste remained consistent. Despite being a ramen shop, it was not too heavy, making it suitable for those looking for a casual meal. Additionally, it is rare for a ramen shop to offer a choice between thin and thick noodles, with the option for extra servings of thin noodles. The gyoza was decent. The leek rice was delicious on its own or mixed with the ramen. Overall, it is a convenient and user-friendly restaurant that would be a welcome addition to the neighborhood. [Rating] ★★★★★★ 6/10

I heard the name of the shop was Toyomaru from my colleague, but it was Toyohachi. It's a ramen shop that seemed to have appeared out of nowhere. I was hesitant when I saw the ticket machine right at the entrance. The menu had a lot of deluxe options on the top left, but I couldn't eat that much so I quietly ordered the ramen in the bottom right corner. I was also tempted by the miso ramen, but being a beginner, I chose the standard option. The interior had a simple counter seat with makeshift dividers and table seats. There were two staff members, a continental-style waitress and a continental-style chef. They seemed young and possibly a married couple. There was a lovely atmosphere. Explode. The waitress asked about noodle thickness, oil, and richness of the broth. I was curious about thin noodles but I chose thick noodles with less oil. The ramen cost 750 yen and until 6 pm, rice was free. However, I resisted the temptation of having both rice and noodles together. I added 3 sheets of seaweed and chashu as toppings. The seaweed came separately and was not soaked in the soup. The noodles were not from Sakai Seimen, the famous noodle manufacturer for house-style ramen, but from Maruyama Seimen. They were thick and short, typical of house-style ramen. They were cooked slightly firm, which I liked. The soup, as indicated by the sign at the storefront, was made with chicken bones and pork bones. The pork smell was not overpowering, with a slight hint at the beginning followed by umami and saltiness. The pork flavor was dominant, so the chicken taste was not very noticeable. The saltiness was mild and the umami was rich.

*Visit in early March 2022* (57th ramen shop in 2022 / 31st new shop) This is a recently opened shop in Nishi-Shinjuku. It's located near Yamanote Street. There is no information available about its background or lineage. I parked at a nearby coin parking lot and arrived around 12:30 pm. I ordered ramen for 650 yen from the ticket machine, with an additional 100 yen for extra seaweed. I requested the noodles to be firm. Until 6 pm, they offer free rice and all-you-can-eat rice, but I didn't opt for it today. The interior has a L-shaped counter with 6 seats, a 4-seater table, and 3 2-seater tables. It's a popular spot for businessmen, and it was almost full at this time, with around 7-8 customers waiting. The shop is run by a young man and woman, but it seemed a bit understaffed for the number of seats. They were working hard, but the operation seemed a bit rushed. There were two large stockpots in the kitchen, and they were cooking diligently. They had Maruyama Seimen's noodle boxes and were boiling the noodles in a tebo. The shop advertises "homemade chicken bone pork broth soup." I wonder what it's like. Even after waiting for over 10 minutes, my ramen finally arrived. The presentation was quite nice. And, perhaps they got my order wrong, as the extra seaweed came separately later. First, the soup. It had a balanced flavor profile. There was a good amount of chicken oil floating on top, giving off a nice aroma. The slightly thick soup had a subtle pork bone flavor. As advertised, the chicken flavor was more prominent in the soup. So, it was lighter than it looked, with a refreshing aftertaste. It was light but still had depth and umami. Not heavy, with a mild taste that was easy to drink. The soy sauce flavor was a bit strong, but just right. There was a slight sweetness, perhaps from vegetable sources. It had a unique balance but was delicious. It's a type that doesn't seem to fit the traditional style. While the pork bone flavor was subtle, it was not lacking in any way... The bowl was large, with plenty of soup that remained hot until the last bite. The noodles were medium-straight noodles from Maruyama Seimen, cooked to a normal firmness. They were long and had the characteristic wheat flavor of Maruyama noodles. They were pleasantly chewy and had a good texture. It was probably the right choice not to make them too firm. The chashu was a regular-sized belly roll with a good thickness. The fatty part was tender, while the meat part had a firm texture. The seasoning was subtle. It was good. The spinach was of a normal amount and was warmed in the tebo. The texture was not bad, but it was a bit watery. The flavor was okay. The half-seasoned egg was average. The bamboo shoots were also average. Were they pre-made? As mentioned earlier, there were 5 sheets of seaweed in the bowl and another 5 sheets on a separate plate. I think they made a mistake, so the extra seaweed is 5 sheets for 100 yen. The seaweed was large, with a beautiful black-green color and fine texture. It was strong even when soaked in the soup. The flavor was quite good. I didn't see any green onions as a topping. Overall, I think it could use a bit more pork bone flavor, but the balance was good, and it was delicious until the end. The option of free rice for 650 yen is a good deal. It's an area with not much competition, so I hope they do well. I spent 600 yen on parking, so it might not be ideal to go by car (￣ー￣) Thank you for the meal. [Seaweed rating=3.7] ・Cost performance=3.0 @20 ・Size=4.0 ・Thickness=3.5 ・Strength=4.0 ・Flavor=4.0

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I had dinner alone and decided to visit a ramen shop that had opened recently. It was around 6 pm and there were about 3 groups of customers, more than I had expected. As I had imagined from the exterior and the name of the shop, the menu was mostly house-style ramen and operated on a ticket system. I ordered the Shoyu Tokumori (regular) for 850 yen. It came with a lot of toppings - 2 slices of chashu, half a boiled egg, 5 pieces of roasted seaweed, and green onions. The house-style ramen, which was full of volume, was served in less than 5 minutes. The first thing I noticed when I took a bite was that the noodles were a bit soft and stretchy. The overall taste was vague and lacked depth. It wasn't bland, more on the salty side, but it lacked a balance and felt somewhat flat. Upon closer observation, I noticed that many of the customers seemed to be employees or friends of the staff who had come from the main office, which didn't create a very relaxing atmosphere. I understand that there may be various meetings taking place, but I would have appreciated it if they had been more considerate and created a more peaceful environment for dining customers. Thank you for the meal.