●Kokkaen●1-5-15 Higashishinmachi, Omuta City, Fukuoka Prefecture●Ramen: 550 yen●Payment methods: Cash, PayPay●Parking: Available●Visit DetailsVisit Date: Sunday, July 16, 2023Visit Time: 11:25-11:40Dining Style: Eat-inCrowdedness: 70-80%●Personal Impression【Soup】Richly boiled marrow-based soup with a surprisingly light taste of fat.【Noodles】Smooth and elastic medium-thin noodles【Ingredients】Chashu, green onions【Impression】Located in Omuta City, Fukuoka Prefecture, this is a long-established ramen shop. Visited Omuta for errands today. When it comes to the long-established ramen shops in Omuta, there are places like Toyo-ken, Fukuryuken, Ginrei, and Tsuruya, and then there's this place, Kokkaen, also known as "Toilet Ramen," which is a very impactful nickname due to the public restroom that used to be in front of the old building, giving it a unique and endearing nickname among the locals. Upon entering the shop, you can smell the authentic tonkotsu ramen aroma filling the air. The soup is slightly brownish with a viscous texture. It's a rich tonkotsu broth where the marrow flavors are well extracted. However, the fat content is low, and there's little impurity, resulting in a surprisingly light aftertaste despite its appearance. The noodles are smooth medium-thin noodles with a good elasticity. The chashu is made from pork lean meat, which I personally enjoyed. It was a delicious meal. Thank you! #Ramen #Kokkaen #TonkotsuRamen #FukuokaRamen #OmutaGourmet #RamenLovers #NoodleGram #NoodleLover #RamenHunting #Foodie #Lunch #JapaneseFood #Gourmet

Kokaen is famous for its toilet ramen! It's popular, so we waited in line for about 15 minutes before entering. We ordered ramen, boiled egg, and rice ball. When the ramen was served, I tried the soup first! The taste seemed lighter compared to before. Previously, there used to be a layer of oil on the surface, but now it's gone! The noodles are slightly thick, thicker than the fine noodles of Nagahama ramen. I ate the noodles while scooping up the soup with a ladle. The flavor is dominated by saltiness, but it goes well with the thick noodles. I don't eat ramen often, so I can't provide a detailed comparison, but it's a popular place with customers coming in one after another.

I arrived too early in Omuta and the ramen shop wasn't open yet. So I killed time at Yume Town. Oh, the Benjo Ramen shop is open! The inside smells a bit funky though. The ramen was just average. Wait, is it a toilet-themed restaurant?

I received Ramen for 550 yen and half a plate of Gyoza for 300 yen. Both prices include tax. "That's one of the three great gourmet dishes in Omuta, the Toilet Ramen!" "Do you know about it, Raiden...!?" "Yes, it is located next to a public restroom building, and locals have nicknamed it 'Toilet Ramen'." "That's too much of an abbreviation...!" Regardless of whether this story is true or not, the ramen had a light soup and the garlic-filled gyoza was delicious. I enjoyed it. Thank you for the meal.

I went there for the first time in almost 10 years. I used to only eat ramen before, but this time I wanted to go for the full course at Ko-ka-en, so I took a few days off. I ordered a Kirin beer and char siu. The balance was just right. I ordered the rumored gyoza, which seemed to be 100% garlic in the filling. The gyoza had a punch to it as expected. I probably won't be able to go to work the next day. Then I ordered ramen. The ramen here has no complicated toppings, just a simple choice between regular or large serving. This ramen is like a beastly, rough ramen, but surprisingly well-balanced. It starts off rough, but by the end, I didn't feel thirsty. It is a taste that has supported the workers in this town for sure. I also ordered onigiri. The pickled mustard greens were a nice touch. I want to visit here like the Olympics, once every four years.

The shop, which is affectionately known as "Toilet Ramen" on Jimoti, was bustling with customers. I ordered the ramen for 550 yen. Despite its thick appearance, the ramen was surprisingly light and delicious because it had little oil. It was exactly the kind of ramen I like. There was a sign saying that extra noodles would take time, so I took a sip of the soup and immediately ordered the extra noodles. Unfortunately, the soup wasn't piping hot by the time the extra noodles arrived, but the delicious taste more than made up for it. The pickled vegetables that came with the rice ball looked delicious, so I want to order the rice ball next time! Thank you for the meal!

The first Daigata Ramen of the year can only be found here. Due to TV influence, the shop's nickname from the local name has become "Toilet Ramen". The menu includes: 1. Ramen for 550 yen 2. Gyoza for 550 yen 3. One rice ball for 50 yen 4. Extra noodles for 150 yen. The rich soup and slightly soft medium-thin noodles are topped with only chashu and green onions, giving it a simple appearance. The salt flavor can be strong or just right, making it hard to find the perfect balance. However, there are times when you just crave it. The gyoza is always flavorful with garlic, creating an endless loop of rice, soup, and gyoza. By the way, today's ramen was extremely delicious, just the way I like it. Thank you for the meal.

A local famous pork bone ramen shop. Featured on TV and magazines. The building has a public restroom, so the shop is often referred to as "the ramen shop next to the restroom" and then shortened to "restroom ramen." Despite the initial confusion, the ramen is actually delicious, with a classic tonkotsu flavor that screams Kyushu. I prefer the thin noodles and firm texture. My routine is to first eat the ramen as is, then order extra noodles with pickled vegetables and red ginger. Finally, I add the roasted pork and enjoy. And yes, getting an extra order of noodles has become a routine for me. Very satisfying (＾ω＾)

[Fukuoka Ramen] Fukuoka Ramen expedition! The ramen shop that is rumored among ramen freaks, "Kokaen," is known as a shop with roots tracing back to "Ichiryuken" in Karatsu. It is said that you can taste smelly but delicious ramen here. Due to some fluctuations, those who encounter delicious ramen are called the "chosen ones," making it a well-established ramen shop in Omuta. I arrived at the shop after 4 pm. The strong smell of tonkotsu broth wafting from the parking lot heightened my expectations. The interior has counter seats and tables. I ordered the ramen for 550 yen after looking at the menu. The ramen arrived. The noodles are thin straight noodles that are deliciously soft. The soup is a slightly thick tonkotsu broth filled with the savory taste and maturity of tonkotsu. The richness and viscosity are moderate, with a strong aroma and delicious flavor of tonkotsu. The toppings include slightly salty chashu and green onions. I was satisfied with this bowl, which seems to be of top quality enough to claim to be one of the chosen ones. Thank you for the meal.

Here at Kokaen, located next to a public restroom, they are known among friends as "toilet ramen." I first tried it 30 years ago, and ever since then, whenever I visit Omuta, I always make sure to have it at least once. In Omuta, there are a few ramen shops like Ginrei and Tsuruya that I like, but Tsuruya has moved near Shin-Omuta Station, so we've grown apart. As for Kokaen, the smell of tonkotsu broth wafts all the way to the outside of the shop, drawing me in automatically. However, the intensity of the smell doesn't necessarily mean the ramen is super rich. The noodles are just your average thin straight noodles for tonkotsu ramen. I start with a beer and some gyoza. An order of gyoza is 10 pieces, and while they offer half orders, I go for the full one - they are small and easy to eat. The filling is pretty standard. I slurp up the ramen while reminiscing. Before I know it, I'm ordering an extra serving of noodles. Now that my stomach is satisfied, I think I'll head to a bar next. Thanks for the meal. #Omuta #ramen

Affectionately known as "Toilet Ramen," this long-standing ramen shop in Omuta is a must-visit. As soon as you step out of your car, you'll be greeted by the delightful smell of tonkotsu broth. The slightly thick, brownish soup is rich and flavorful, yet surprisingly light on the palate. The ramen costs 550 yen, and a rice ball is only 50 yen, making it very affordable. The gyoza is packed with garlic flavor and pairs perfectly with the seemingly light ramen. The popular Karatsu ramen actually traces its roots back to this shop, making it quite an impressive establishment.

Popular ramen shop in Omuta. Across from Yume Town Omuta. About a 1-hour drive from Kumamoto. Ordered ramen. It looked rich, but surprisingly light. The pork bone sank and the soup was delicious. It far exceeded my expectations because it was cheap. The green onions were crunchy and the flavor was good. The gyoza had thin skin and the filling was to my liking. It might be my favorite after Bunryu. If it were nearby, I might become a regular.

Hello, I'm the gourmet yokai Hage Kappa! Today I will introduce a famous ramen shop in Omuta called "Kokaen", also known as "Toilet Ramen"! It is so popular in Omuta that everyone knows about it and loves it! The soup is a rich tonkotsu flavor and very delicious. The onigiri with pickled vegetables is only 50 yen each and many people order it. Please give it a try when you have the chance! ♡

I had Omuta Ramen. In Omuta, there are two long-established shops, and one of them is Kokaen. It's a popular place and there are often customers lining up outside during lunchtime. I was lucky enough to get a seat without waiting. I sat at the counter and ordered the ramen for 550 yen and half a gyoza for 300 yen from the menu on the wall. Both were served in less than 5 minutes. The gyoza had a thin skin and was bite-sized. It was just the right amount to eat easily. It made me want to eat rice (laughs). The ramen had simple toppings of green onions and chashu on top of a rich tonkotsu soup with thin noodles. For 550 yen, it was a great deal. I enjoyed the reliable and delicious ramen from this long-established shop. Thank you for the meal.

The highway was heavily congested, causing a significant delay, so I decided to go back to the restroom ramen, which I hadn't visited in a while. The ramen can sometimes be too salty depending on the chef, but today it was just right. The noodles were ordinary, but when I asked, they were quite soft, which was just right for me. The thin slices of small char siu and the spicy large green onions were a nice touch. I ordered an extra serving while eating, but even after finishing my meal, it never arrived. The soup had cooled down by then, so I had to check and found out they had forgotten about it. It was a pretty disappointing lunch experience. The worst.

[Taste] The soup had a rich pork bone flavor, giving off a traditional Omuta ramen vibe. Surprisingly, the aftertaste is quite light. The noodles are moist and chewy. [Service] Food was served in 4 minutes. [Atmosphere] The atmosphere is very casual. The ramen shop is integrated with a public restroom, which was a popular urban legend, but it turned out to be true. It's a place that often comes up in conversations, so you can enjoy it like a tourist spot. Since the toilet and dining area are separate, there are no concerns about smells, etc. [Value for Money] I think it's reasonable. Thank you for the meal!

◆ Ramen shop registration number 4609th • 851st bowl in 2021 ◆ Kokkaen (Higashishinmachi, Omuta City, Fukuoka Prefecture) ◆ Ramen ¥550 ● Instagram: tsukasan's Ramen tsukasan777 ● Twitter: tsukasan2010

On September 23, 2021, lunch Ramen...550 yen, Gyoza...550 yen. This restaurant is famous for its Omuta Ramen, and the smell from the parking lot already made me smile. Despite the color of the soup, the sauce was subtle, and the noodles were mainly flavored with the richness of pork bone, which was surprising. What's even more amazing is the Gyoza, where the filling is mostly garlic, making it so fragrant that you can't help but keep eating with your chopsticks.

The restaurant called Koukaen Yuen, known as the "charcoal mine taste restroom ramen," is different from what everyone else is writing. I've always wanted to go there with my friends to Omuta, roughly halfway between Kurume, the birthplace of tonkotsu ramen, the rich Nagahama style, and the light Hakata style. According to my friend from Omuta, the culture of changing toppings like extra noodles originated in Hakata. Things like extra firm noodles and removing flour are also found on the tables in Hakata. Unlike Hakata, there are no menu items like garlic, pickled vegetables, or ramen toppings. The menu consists of ramen, onigiri, grilled pork, and gyoza. They don't ask about noodle firmness or soup thickness, and it would be uncouth to mention it. The smell is distinctly of tonkotsu, the noodles are thicker than Hakata, the grilled pork is made from thigh meat instead of belly, and the soup is deep and rich but not greasy. The soup has a thick texture, surprisingly salty but delicious. It goes well with rice. The origin of Toyama Black, Daiki, is also salty and delicious. This place also has a large-scale factory to support manual laborers. It's deliciously salty here too. It's the taste of coal mine workers. For manual laborers, it needs to be this salty. That's why this place offers onigiri. A ramen that goes well with onigiri can't be too rich. For those who love extra firm noodles, this place might be a bit different. This is the taste of manual laborers. It's good that they haven't changed it to suit the times. The origin of Toyama Black, Daiki, hasn't changed either. In the old days, the place used to be full of coal mine workers from San'iku, as well as hostesses, yakuza, and gamblers who were all satisfied. It's almost a traditional tonkotsu ramen. Everyone, please give it a try. Thank you very much.

It's located about a 20-minute walk from Omuta Station, near Yume Town. It used to be next to a public toilet, so it was called "toilet ramen." Now it's a nice building. There is a restroom next to the shop. When you enter the shop, there is a strong pork bone smell. The ramen costs 550 yen. The soup looks thick, but it's actually quite light, although it has a slightly sticky texture in the mouth. It has a slightly strong salty taste. The medium-thin noodles have some chewiness. Omuta ramen is quite to my liking and delicious.

"Ramen" and "1 onigiri". Known as ○○ Ramen. There is a public toilet next to the shop. The roots of the legendary Karatsu shop "Ichiryuken". Enjoy the fluctuations of each day. The strong pork bone aroma of the first sip of soup lingers in your mouth until you get home. An unabashedly naked pork bone soup. I like the char siu that melts in your mouth. And the recommended onigiri that a follower told me about was delicious. There was a customer who ordered 3 of them. Omuta... interesting.