The pork ramen was 1200 yen and an extra serving of rice was 150 yen. One free refill is available. The restaurant offers pickled radish, pickled mustard greens, and ginger vinegar as free toppings. The interior is spacious with 14 counter seats and 3 table seats. It was a weekday lunchtime, so there were only 4 customers and we were seated promptly. The chashu was roasted and the bamboo shoots were thick and crunchy, very delicious. The soft-boiled seasoned egg was also tasty. The noodles were flat and chewy, which I liked. I added a couple of pinches of ginger vinegar and two spoonfuls of spicy red oil for flavor enhancement. It was incredibly delicious. I finished every last drop of the soup. Thank you for the meal. It might be a small thing, but I wished they had provided tissues. I couldn't find any nearby.

I decided to visit the restaurant as they recently started evening hours from August, 18:00-22:00. They are running a promotion until August 5th where if you order a bowl of noodles, you receive a free voucher for a bowl of Kokuton ramen (regular size) to use for evening hours starting August 7th. I ordered the Urotora Tsukemen (medium) for 1300 yen from the touch panel ticket machine. The branch in Kitano Shiro-umecho has more seating and is more spacious than the main branch, allowing for a relaxed dining experience. The rich fish and pork bone broth with fish powder was delicious, and the noodles were smooth. The pepper flavor of the rare chashu was also a nice touch. Overall, if you are not averse to rich fish and pork bone broth, this branch is just as good as the main one. We ended with a soup refill and it was a satisfying meal.

On the way to Kinkaku-ji, we stopped by this place. I had the limited edition cold tsukemen with soy sauce, while my partner had the cold tsukemen with salt. The dipping sauce was cold and refreshing! My partner added some kombu vinegar to make it even more refreshing. It was the perfect noodle dish for a hot day!

Tsukemen with 300g of noodles for 1300 yen, with an extra topping of chashu. It's been a while since I visited Kataguruma. I've been to the main shop a few times, but this is my first time here. The noodles are slightly thick and smooth, made with high hydration horizontal cutting. The chashu is rare, and it comes with thick, warm menma and an egg. The dipping soup is a rich fish and pork bone broth, and they also offer a soup-wari option. They asked me if I prefer a chewy or smooth texture, and I usually like chewy, but I enjoyed the smooth texture of these noodles. The soup is on the higher end of the scale. The balance of chashu, menma, and egg is good overall, but for this price, I expected a more distinctive flavor. Thank you for the meal!

I was curious about the Kotonton ramen and really wanted to try it! I found out that there was a branch of Kataguruma within walking distance from my dad's house, so during my visit home, my family and I excitedly went to try it out. My father ordered the Kotonton ramen with chashu, while I ordered the Kotonton ramen. We were seated at the counter, where we could watch the cooking process. I noticed that this restaurant drained the noodles by hanging them over the pot where they were boiled, and the chef gave them a quick shake at the end. I was a bit concerned about the soup being too thin, but when I took a sip, it turned out to be very rich and thick, just as the name suggests. The soup had a strong seafood aroma that hit my nose first. Surprisingly, I couldn't taste the typical tonkotsu pork bone broth flavor at all; it was more like drinking a creamy potage soup. The noodles were homemade straight-cut noodles, and they were served piping hot along with the soup. The noodles had a smooth texture and a good chew, although I didn't really taste the flavor of the wheat with my unsophisticated palate. The chashu slices were thick and came in a set of two, but they were a bit bland for my liking. I wished they had more flavor. I tried adding the red spicy oil and black pepper oil for a flavor change, and I found that I preferred the red spicy oil. However, the spiciness seemed to be overshadowed by the richness of the soup, and I couldn't feel much heat. The bamboo shoots were thick and had a strong presence, but they were a bit too firm for my taste. The seasoned egg had a perfectly runny yolk, which I absolutely loved. It was so delicious! Overall, the Kotonton ramen from Kataguruma was meticulously prepared with beautifully arranged toppings, and the noodles and soup were of high quality. However, as someone who prefers strong and punchy flavors, I felt that this ramen lacked a bit of personality. Thank you for the meal.

His Ramen Kataguruma on Tabelog (as of posting date): - Tamba-guchi Honten: 3.75 (Tabelog Top 100) - Kitano Hakuba-cho Store: 3.55 "Kokuton Ramen Chashu (Large) (Salt) (1250 yen)" Established in 2014, Kataguruma, a ramen shop specializing in seafood tonkotsu ramen, has its main store in Tamba-guchi and a branch in Kitano Hakuba-cho. The lunch menu offers salt-based ramen, while the dinner menu switches to soy sauce-based. They take pride in their homemade noodles, which are also available for online purchase or takeout. Note: Limited to 20 servings of tsukemen. The Kitano Hakuba-cho store is open for lunch only and operates with a ticket vending machine system (cash only). The main store is accessible by JR, while the Kitano Hakuba-cho store is recommended to access by city bus. [Review/Impression] Kataguruma, with locations in Tamba-guchi and Kitano Hakuba-cho, operates in a unique way by serving different base soups for lunch and dinner. Personally, I find their tsukemen similar to the one from Ano Ramen Seisakusho (laughs). The highlight is definitely Kataguruma's homemade noodles! Made from a blend of carefully selected wheat, the flat straight noodles have a chewy and crispy texture that is addictive. The limited 20 servings of tsukemen is also recommended as the noodles pair well with the soup. Thank you for the meal. [Business Hours] Tamba-guchi Honten: 10:30-14:00, 18:00-21:00 (No regular holidays) Kitano Hakuba-cho Store: 11:00-14:00 (Closed on Tuesdays and Thursdays) *Please check SNS for any closures or updates.

This is my second visit to Kataguruma, a ramen shop. I actually don't like fish powder, but I want to overcome my dislike. The kitchen is spacious and doesn't smell like a typical ramen shop, especially when they're not preparing the roasted pork. I ordered the Kotonton ramen with a coupon for extra roasted pork. The fish powder aroma and thick menma were served in a beautiful white bowl with low-temperature cooked roasted pork, thin green onions, and half a boiled egg. The soup was a smooth pork bone broth with a hint of fish powder. The noodles were flat and had a noodle-like texture. The restaurant was busy with mostly young customers during lunchtime. Thank you for the meal.

Thick and rich tsukemen. Medium size for 1450 yen. The amount of chashu is generous, and it has a very satisfying taste when combined with the rich soup. However, the flavor wasn't to my liking. The chashu was more like ham with a strong pepper flavor and thick slices. The soup was thick and rich, but not my preference. Maybe my taste has changed as I've gotten older. Overall, it may be good for young, hearty eaters who want a filling meal.

One of the must-visit ramen shops in Kyoto is Kataguruma. This time, I visited their only branch for the first time. I ordered the "Ultrathin Tsukemen Medium" with double the normal amount, which is 2 servings, 300g. It was delicious, just like the main branch. However, the atmosphere here may be different from the main branch. Personally, I prefer ramen over tsukemen. If you come to Kyoto, this place is a must-visit. Thank you for the meal.

The ramen at "Aitsu no Ramen Kataguruma Kitano Hakubaicho" has a good chewy texture with satisfying chashu and menma. The restaurant is located in Kitano Hakubaicho, Kyoto, and serves ramen, tsukemen, and tonkotsu ramen. The budget is around 1,999 yen. It is a non-smoking establishment and is closed on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with irregular closing days. The operating hours are from 11:00 to 14:00.

Actually, this shop is located near my home within walking distance, so it's surprising that this is my first visit. Upon entering the shop, the first thing I noticed was that it didn't feel like a typical ramen shop. There was no strong smell of soup being cooked, instead, there was a subtle aroma of dashi. The interior of the shop was spacious, with a counter extending in an L-shape around the kitchen area. There were also a few table seats separated by curtains. I ordered the Kokuton Ramen. The toppings were beautifully arranged with egg, bamboo shoots, char siu, and green onions. The soup had a pork bone base with a hint of seafood flavor, and the noodles were medium thickness with a smooth texture. The char siu was tender and flavorful. Thank you for the meal.

Eldest son and I went to a sports gym to alleviate our lack of exercise. Before that, we had a satisfying lunch at "Ore no Ramen Kataguruma" after a long time! I had the "Kokuton Ramen, Large" for 1,000 yen, while my son had the "Nigoton Ramen with Chashu" for 1,400 yen. The rich soup was delicious, and I particularly enjoyed the flat thick noodles here, which were smooth, chewy, and firm. We also tried the spicy oil and pepper oil on the counter for some flavor variation, which was also tasty! We finished our meals completely satisfied. My son's chashu ramen had an overwhelming amount of meat, but he finished it in no time! It was delicious, thank you for the meal. After that, we worked out to burn off the calories from the ramen we ate, and that's how our day ended.

I arrived at the restaurant on a holiday around 12:00 pm, and about half of the seats were already taken. After waiting for about 10 minutes, the special thick tonkotsu ramen arrived, and I was surprised by its appearance. Unlike regular soup, the soup was very thick and creamy, as you can see from the photo. It was my first time trying this kind of soup. The taste was extremely rich and intense, almost overwhelmingly so. If you don't like strong flavors, you might want to avoid this, but I personally love rich flavors, so I really enjoyed it. The seasoned egg topping didn't have much flavor on its own, as the soup was so intense, but the chashu was tender and well-seasoned, which I found delicious. The bamboo shoots were also large and had a nice texture, showing attention to detail. This ramen is quite unique and may not be for everyone, but if you enjoy strong flavors, you will definitely love it. I plan to try a different ramen next time I'm in the area.

The ramen at this restaurant chain has a rich and thick soup that coats the flat noodles well. The chashu pork slices are plentiful, with around 10 slices in each bowl, creating a beautiful presentation. The flavor is intense, so it may not be suitable for a post-drinking meal, but it is delicious.

I visited the famous ramen shop, Aitsu no Ramen Kataguruma, in Tanbaguchi and found out that their ramen is also available in Shirakumamachi. I went there around 1 pm on a holiday and there was no wait to get in. You purchase your meal from a ticket machine. They serve salt ramen during the day and soy sauce ramen at night, with a rich and thick option for serious ramen enthusiasts. I ordered the Rich Salt Chashu Ramen for 1150 yen and the Thick Tonkotsu Salt Ramen for 1050 yen, along with two pieces of fried chicken for 200 yen. The Chashu Ramen had about 10 slices of thick chashu, making it quite filling. The broth was made from boiling pork bones and seafood for over 10 hours, and had a strong seafood aroma from the start. The noodles were medium-thick and flat, which paired well with the broth. Personally, I enjoyed the bamboo shoots the most. The Thick Tonkotsu Ramen was very rich and might not be for everyone's taste. The fried chicken was crispy and also quite large, adding to the filling meal. Overall, it's a ramen shop for those who enjoy hearty and substantial meals.

12th shop at Laa Matsuri 2022. Kokuton for 900 yen. Parked at a slightly distant parking lot and walked here. Surprisingly no line. The main store usually has a line, but this is a hidden gem. Skipped the limited edition and went for the regular. Also added the fried chicken from before because it was delicious. I remember when the main store used to sell out of tsukemen at lunchtime. Now, onto the taste... It was great, just like when the owner was there. The rich soup and peppery oil are reminiscent of the cup ramen that was released before, but the unique menma and peppery oil are impossible to replicate. It's a shame that it's only available for lunch at Laa Matsuri.

I visited the restaurant a little before 12 o'clock and purchased a ticket for "Kokuton Shio Chashu" (1,150 yen) at the ticket machine, then sat at the counter seat. The bowl that was brought to me was topped with a seasoned egg, bamboo shoots, green onions, and beautifully arranged chashu. The soup had a savory flavor of seafood and the richness of pork bones, finished with a salt base, giving it a light taste. The noodles were medium-thick, flat noodles that were smooth and had a chewy texture, complementing the soup well. The thick slices of rare chashu had a strong meaty flavor, with coarse ground pepper adding a spicy kick. The seasoned egg had a creamy yolk, and the tender bamboo shoots were also delicious. Instead of powdered pepper, pepper oil was provided, which is meant to enhance the flavor, but with the strong pepper on the chashu, adding it is not necessary if there is a generous amount of chashu toppings. The ramen had a light and delicious flavor without the typical smell of pork bones, making it a satisfying and spicy dish.

I visited the popular ramen shop "Aitsu no Ramen Kataguruma" in Kitano Shirakabecho. The main store is located in Tanbaguchi and the owner is from the famous ramen shop in Joyo City, "Ore no Ramen Appareya". I ordered the limited anniversary menu, Ebiton Tsukemen (¥1200). The noodles were flat curly thick noodles with a chewy and bouncy texture that was irresistible. The dipping sauce was thick and rich, with a distinct shrimp flavor that paired well with the noodles. The rare chashu had a good chew but was also tender and substantial, making it truly delicious. I enjoyed it so much and will definitely come back next year.

Today, I went to a ramen restaurant in Shiraume-cho, Kitano, called "Aitsu no Ramen Kataguruma". This is the second branch of the popular ramen shop in Kyoto, "Aitsu no Ramen Kataguruma", which used to be called "Aitsu no Ramen Kazaguruma" a couple of years ago. I ordered the base "Kokuton" ramen for 900 yen and added extra chashu toppings, bringing the total to over 1,000 yen. The restaurant had a spacious L-shaped counter seating surrounding the open kitchen, with additional table seating on the side. The ramen arrived with 10 slices of chashu around the bowl and a seasoned egg in the center, creating a beautiful presentation. The rich pork bone and mild salt broth had a delicious flavor, and the straight noodles had a good texture that complemented the soup well. The large menma had a crunchy texture, and the seasoned egg was creamy. The highlight was the thick, rare chashu slices that provided a satisfying bite. Despite not having any side dishes, the ramen was filling and enjoyable both in appearance and taste.

There is a bicycle parking lot behind the store, and apparently there is also a parking lot to the west, but this area is a bit confusing due to the Randen train line. Upon entering, you disinfect your hands with alcohol, purchase a food ticket, and are then guided to your seat with a glass of water. From the second drink onwards, it is self-service. The atmosphere of the restaurant is similar to the main branch... rather, this one gives a bigger impression. Kokuton Ramen (¥850) The soup is mild without any unpleasant smell, but the initial punch of the tonkotsu and seafood broth is impressive. The noodles are medium-thick with a firm texture that grips your teeth well. The toppings include green onions, a perfectly cooked half-boiled egg, and thick menma, but the rare and juicy chashu is particularly delicious. Zaku Set of 3 pieces + rice set (¥250) The rice is about 100g, a reassuring amount. The crispy texture of the fried chicken is noteworthy. Juicy and properly processed, it is simply delicious. This taste, enjoyed in Kitano Shirakumemachi, brings happiness. Combination plan How about visiting Kitano Tenmangu's Nomi Market or Plum Garden, having ramen, buying tofu in Fujino, and then having dessert? There are plenty of options in this area. Would you like Warabi Mochi from Renya Hachibei, Dorayaki from Inome, Awamochi from Sawaya, Confit Cherie from Kitano Lab, Nagagoro Mochi Honpo, Yaki Mochi from Tenjindo, Wagashi from Rosho, Castella from Paulo? ...That's a luxurious dilemma.