I went to Ichiran's forest. It's great that children can eat ramen for free at Ichiran. It's a chain restaurant, but the taste and soup are delicious. You can taste freshly made noodles here, so I recommend it, but the price is a bit high. It might be a bit expensive for a trip.

Whenever I come to Hakata, I always end up eating Ichiran ramen. Unlike the usual private booth style, this location is designed to look like an old-fashioned shop, allowing you to eat facing your friends. The price for a bowl of ramen has gone up to 980 yen. I like Ichiran's tonkotsu ramen because it is light and easy to eat.

I came to Itoshima for work. This Ichiran Ramen doesn't have single seats at the counter. It feels more like an amusement facility than a ramen shop. It's been a while since I've been to Ichiran. I used to go there a lot after finishing my part-time job in Kokura. Ichiran is nice once in a while.

Located in the middle of Itoshima Peninsula, there is a facility where you can also observe the manufacturing process. Unless you are a die-hard Ichiran fan, you probably wouldn't visit. I happened to pass by and stopped by. I enjoyed a delicious ramen for 980 yen.

- Memo - ・You can enjoy freshly made noodles at Ichiran ・There is a booth where you can learn about Ichiran's history ・Cash only Visit: Sunday, 1:00 PM Scene: Solo, Family, Friends Service: ✔️ I visited because I heard you can enjoy Ichiran with freshly made noodles. It was a Sunday, so there was a bit of a line, but since the ramen is served quickly, I only waited about 20 minutes! As expected, Ichiran's ramen is delicious♡ Maybe the difference of being freshly made is not so noticeable, but for those who eat Ichiran more often, maybe they can tell. There is also a booth where you can learn about Ichiran's history, so there are elements to enjoy besides eating ramen. Truly a company that "researches tonkotsu ramen the most in the world"✨ I had a great time! Please save this and look back on it later♡ 【Store Information】 Store Name: Ichiran no Mori Itoshima Store Instagram: Search with #一蘭の森 Address: 256-10 Shima Matsuguma, Itoshima City, Fukuoka Prefecture Nearest Station: 10 minutes by car from Itoshima Koko-mae Station Business Hours: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Closed: None Wi-Fi: ❌ Power Outlets: ❌ Reservations: Not accepted Payment: Cash only If you liked the post, I would be happy if you liked and saved it◌ I travel around the country about 1-2 times a month, so I introduce gourmet food, cafes, and sightseeing at my travel destinations. Follow me for everyday use and travel bookmarks...♡

I went to Ichiran no Mori! It seems they use fresh noodles here, so the noodles felt a bit chewier compared to other stores! You can enjoy a different atmosphere in each room representing the 1910s, 1920s, and 1930s while eating!

Basically, I don't usually post about chain restaurants, but since I visit this one quite often, I'll share my preferences (laughs) (￣∇￣*)ゞ I often come here alone♪ It satisfies a certain craving in my body (laughs)? I wish I had taken a picture of the checklist too~ (´д｀|||) Oh well, forgetting to take pictures is nothing new♪ (Hey!) Oh right! Σ(￣□￣;) Maybe because of the new coronavirus, the chopsticks have been replaced with disposable ones! Richness → Normal Thickness of noodles → Normal Garlic → 1 clove Green onions → White onions Char siu → None Special sauce → Double Noodle firmness → Firm I always add "Oscarland's acidity" to this! If you haven't tried adding this yet, I highly recommend it, so please give it a try★(^-^)ノ (Don't say you were tricked for real (tears)) It's best to add it when you order an extra serving of noodles or when you want to change the flavor...(^w^) This time, I also ordered a soft-boiled seasoned egg and half an extra serving of noodles because I was really hungry (〃▽〃) (That's why I'm going to gain weight (laughs)) A long time ago, I preferred green onions because they were crunchy, but since the onions changed, I've been choosing white onions more often★ I miss the old crunchy green onions (tears) (T_T) I think everyone knows the taste, so this time, I'll just share my selection recommendations♪ I'll visit again♪ Next time, I have to remember to buy the special red powder (laughs) Thank you for the meal! (*^▽^)/★*☆♪

Daughter number 2 and I had lunch together. When I asked her where she wanted to eat, she immediately said "Ichiran!" which used to be either Kura Sushi or Saffron in the past. Despite the distance from our house to Ichiran, we decided to drive there. The atmosphere at Ichiran was nice even though it was cloudy. We were a bit surprised to see that the prices had gone up, but we still ordered our favorite ramen. I opted for the rich and creamy broth while my daughter went for the simple, classic ramen. We both enjoyed our meals, with my daughter always exclaiming how delicious it is. She has developed a habit of adding extra toppings to her ramen, making our lunch a bit more luxurious. Despite the higher prices, we still find Ichiran's ramen to be worth it. We visit Ichiran regularly, and my daughter always insists on eating there, even though she used to enjoy trying different ramen places. It's interesting how her preferences have changed. We had a satisfying meal, and I'm glad to see my daughter enjoying her food.

When I visited Itoshima with my children, we decided to check out the Ichiran Forest, a place we had never been before. The pathway leading from the parking lot to the restaurant was surrounded by bamboo, which added a nice touch to the atmosphere. Upon passing through the pathway, we found a recreated Ichiran from the 1940s, 1950s, and present day, along with a tonkotsu ramen museum and factory in the back. When it's not crowded, you can choose which restaurant to enter, but when it's busy, you purchase a food ticket and wait in chairs in front of the museum until you are called in. While waiting, they check if you have the Ichiran app installed. For children under school age, there is a coupon for a free bowl of ramen, so I recommend installing the app beforehand if you plan to visit. This time, we were guided to the 1950s-themed restaurant. The retro interior was fascinating for the children. The system for ordering extra noodles involved writing it on paper and handing it over with cash. As always, Ichiran's ramen was delicious. Besides loving their ramen, we also adore their flavored eggs! The perfectly cooked yolks are irresistible. It was a tasty meal! Thank you!

I went to Hakata to visit the main branch of Ichiran. The next day, I also made my way to the Ichiran Mori branch. Located on a vast property, this branch has a factory where you can enjoy freshly made ultra-fresh noodles that are only available here. The flavor was really good! 😊

The other day, I saw the sign for Ichiran no Mori quite often. Ichiran is a chain restaurant that can be found anywhere, but the sign caught my eye, and I was in the mood for ramen that day, so I decided to give it a try. On the way to the store, I walked through a bamboo grove path, giving me the feeling of going to a Michelin-starred restaurant. There was a ticket vending machine outside where I ordered ramen and an extra serving of noodles. The soup was rich, with plenty of sauce as I ordered! When I slurped the soup, as written, the natural collagen was melting out in a state that is easily absorbed by the body. It seemed good for the skin. Mixing in the secret sauce added a spicy kick that increased my appetite, and I ended up ordering two extra servings of noodles without realizing it. The atmosphere at this Ichiran seems better than the others, and the taste is enjoyable. If you like Ichiran, be sure to visit Ichiran no Mori.

Heavy rain... Level 4 alert issued for Itoshima. Been glued to the NHK news since morning... They say it's a once-in-a-few-decades event, but it feels like it happens every year! However, this time it seems like Saga is getting hit hard. Shocking footage of Saga Station flooding... really intense. Saga is where my roots are. Thankfully, all my relatives are safe, but still worried about the days ahead. Hoping it doesn't get any worse. The rain is really something. Even with the rain, I have to go to work. Didn't want to stay home alone, so I brought my daughter, a rare occurrence, for some work in Fukuoka city... finishing up in Imazu. "Let's grab something to eat before heading back," I told my daughter. "Isn't this near Ichiran Forest?" my daughter asked. Yes, that's right. My daughter recently tried Ichiran ramen and really liked it, even though she doesn't usually say she wants ramen or anything like that. She has been asking to go to Ichiran during the summer break, so it was a good reminder. (laughs) By the time we arrived, it was almost evening. The parking lot was quite full, with several large buses. Is it crowded? I wondered. The rain had eased up a bit, and as we approached a large factory, my daughter started running. There were three ticket machines, with groups of foreign tourists and a few couples forming lines. While waiting, I happened to read a poster on display. "Kids' Ramen"... so they have that at Ichiran. And this "Kids' Ramen"! If you download the app on your smartphone and get a coupon, it's free. I asked a cute female staff member if the coupon could still be used now that we downloaded it, and she said, "Of course it can be used!" Furthermore, for each adult, up to five children under elementary school age can use it. So if a couple comes, it's free for 10 children? I had no idea!! (laughs) I confirmed that you can also add toppings and extra noodles! (with additional charges, of course). It was our turn at the ticket machine. So, I decided to try the "ICHIRAN5 Selection" (1,390 yen). Ramen, half-boiled seasoned egg, additional 4 slices of pork, wood ear mushrooms, and 2 sheets of seaweed in a set for tourists, I think. It seems that getting the set is a bit cheaper than ordering toppings individually (I think). For my daughter, I ordered the "Half-Boiled Seasoned Egg" (130 yen) and "Half Extra Noodles" (130 yen). I added "Extra Noodles" (190 yen) for myself. We entered the store. Since I was with my daughter, I thought it might be okay to sit at the Ichiran food stall or table seats, but... it was quite crowded. We were guided to the Flavor Concentration Counter. It was empty. The kids' ramen is a system where you show the staff the coupon screen, they tell you the store code, and then you get a voucher. My order sheet, as usual, had extra white leeks, and the secret red sauce was doubled. My daughter's "Kids' Ramen" order sheet had everything circled that she didn't want... it would just be plain ramen! (laughs) I managed to get her to circle the pork slices. Submitted to the staff. While waiting, we enjoyed the "Half-Boiled Seasoned Egg" (130 yen). This is really delicious. My daughter was delighted too. Soon, our ramen arrived. The ritual at the Flavor Concentration Counter. My daughter, on her third visit, still seemed nervous. (laughs) I ordered the "ICHIRAN5 Selection" (1,390 yen). Toppings come on a separate plate. First, I took a sip of the soup. Oh, Ichiran... it's delicious. So, I added all the toppings... a super luxurious Ichiran special. This is really extravagant. My daughter immediately peeked over. She spotted the seaweed and said, "Can I have one sheet!" She loves seaweed. Without saying anything, a large sheet of seaweed. Half as is. Half for soup. As she peered over, she found the seaweed. "Can I have one sheet!" She loves seaweed. Without saying anything, a large sheet of seaweed. Half as is. Half for soup.

I visited the restaurant just before noon on a regular day, and there were only a few customers. The place was so spacious that it was a bit confusing. Later, a tourist bus arrived, which was good timing. There is a Central Kitchen of Ichiran, a restaurant chain from Fukuoka, located in Itoshima, near the Ito campus of Kyushu University, just a 15-minute drive from my place. Sometimes I really crave Ichiran ramen, so I decided to write my first review on Tabelog. Today, dining alone, I wondered if I should just keep quiet and enjoy my meal, but I also wanted to find some interesting topics to write about. Ichiran Forest, where I have visited a few times before, has a customer parking lot that tends to get crowded, but the inside of the restaurant was empty. The spacious area is scattered with various seating options. After passing through a long entrance in a bamboo forest, the whole view of the restaurant appears. It was a bit of a hassle to go all the way to the factory building, so I entered through the museum entrance, looked at the exhibits, and then went outside again. The limited menu items exclusive to Ichiran Forest were sold out, so I ordered the regular ramen, extra noodles, and extra green onions. The total came to 1100 yen, which is almost like the price of a steak! I was a bit surprised by the price, but Ichiran ramen is Ichiran ramen, and there is no substitute for it. Normally, at Ichiran, you would sit at the counter by yourself, but here, a staff member guided me to choose between the standard counter seats and the retro-style table seats. Since I was dining alone, I chose the counter seat. I sat near the entrance and filled out the order form, then pressed the button to call a staff member. The food was served promptly, but I forgot to mark that I wanted extra chashu. When asked, I requested it, and they quickly added it to my order. The green onions were mixed white and green, just as I requested. The ramen at Ichiran was delicious as always, with a unique flavor that includes seafood umami. There were no condiments on the table, but I had no complaints. After finishing my meal, I rang the bell on the plate, and the staff brought the check. It was a satisfying meal at Ichiran, with an extra noodle refill and extra green onions for 1100 yen. The price may seem high, but it's Ichiran, so I can't help but feel satisfied. Thank you for the delicious meal, Ichiran. Ichiran Forest has free admission, but it is a bit inconvenient to access. The nearest station is Hatae Station on the JR Chikuhi Line. It is also accessible by the Fukuoka City Subway Airport Line, with a transfer, but it is about a 10-minute taxi ride from there. There are other attractions in Itoshima, so using a car or rental car is more practical.

You can visit the only place where you can tour the Ichiran factory, Ichiran no Mori. It's a bit out of the way, but it seemed interesting so I drove there while visiting Fukuoka. You can't enter the factory itself, but you can see the manufacturing process through the windows. You can also enjoy a bowl of ramen in a dining area that recreates various styles from different eras. The ramen costs 790 yen and you order in the same way as at other Ichiran locations. They used to offer a special ramen only available at this location, but not anymore. As for the taste, aside from using noodles made in-house, there's nothing particularly special about it. However, with the atmosphere and the experience, it was a delicious bowl of ramen.

■Ramen for 790 yen including tax.■Get a great deal on a round-trip Shinkansen ticket to land in Kyushu (8,490 yen). It's cold in Okayama, but it's also cold in Kyushu//((´д｀)) ブルReturn to Hakata Station from Dazaifu, take the subway to the west. At Kyudai-Ken Toshi Station, take the free shuttle bus to "Ichiran no Mori" that we reserved online. What? Just us? (laughs) Private ride! The bus runs for about 20 minutes and arrives. Walk through the bamboo gate. There it is, the factory! First, look through the window at the back of the factory, then head to the Ramen Museum. The history of ramen, how it's made, and the autographs of famous people. And then lunch (at Dazaifu's Danbou) has already passed, so it's time to move on ˊᵕˋ)੭ First, buy a ticket from the machine. The staff asks where you want to sit, so without hesitation, choose the "flavor concentration counter." It's around 3:30, so there are no other customers. Other groups seem to have gone to the 30s. Sit down, write down your preferences, hand the ticket to the staff behind the curtain.■It was brought in about 4 minutes. Visually, it's very simple, but it looks so delicious?! Start with the soup. You can clearly taste the pork bone. The umami that clings to the tongue. Super firm, with extra-fine noodles with a firm texture. The perfect amount of firmness left in the boiling. The taste gradually changes as you eat it with the secret sauce. Delicious (´౿`)♡ My daughter's order of strong-flavored soup seems to be suitable for young people. The basic taste is good for older ladies. I want to keep drinking the soup forever. Addictive soup. Of course, I scooped it all up to the last drop. On a side note, is it just me, or is the self-serve water really delicious? I ended up drinking two cups in a large glass.■After eating, head to the souvenir corner next door. Along with the ramen my colleague asked for, I also bought some for myself. Oh, by the way, the toilet is interesting! The stickers related to toilet paper made me burst out laughing (*つ▽`)っ)))☆ I couldn't help but laugh out loud in the private room. The return trip on the free shuttle bus was also a private ride~! Ichiran no Mori, a sacred place for ramen lovers. It was really delicious! Thank you for the meal!■It would be great if Ichiran opened in Okayama. My daughter and I are looking forward to it ( ･ิϖ･ิ)っ ===========

So, I only gave miso to my companion. For now, I tried Ichiran which has become a nationwide chain, and no matter where you eat it, the taste is the same. I added a lot of garlic, but Ichiran was still Ichiran. Unless someone brings me here, I probably won't eat it again.

Ichiran is... advertising on TV... quite shocking. It made me crave it. (laughs) I had some work in the Shima area, so I took a little detour and stopped by. Ichiran's factory, pride of Itoshima! "Ichiran no Mori". The parking lot was full with several large buses this day. It seems that groups have arrived from distant places. I bought a food ticket. Oh no! The weekly special ramen is sold out!! Oh well, that's okay. Instead, there was a new set menu called "ICHIRAN 5 Selection". Priced at 1,390 yen, it includes ramen, egg, chashu, wood ear mushrooms, and seaweed. Hmm... I want to try it, but... I decided to go with my usual set. (laughs) "Ramen" (790 yen) and "Kaedama" (extra noodles, 190 yen). Total of 980 yen. The price is still the same... I paid with 1,000 yen and got 20 yen change. The tables at the food stall were quite busy and crowded. I opted for the usual counter seat. It was more relaxed there. The system of Ichiran is something that I wish foreign visitors could experience, but it might be tough for tour guides... The order sheet. This time, I stuck with the basic and went for "5 times" the secret sauce. I decided to take a little risk. The ramen arrived beautifully presented. The layout was perfect as always. The red in the center, which is the "5 times" secret sauce, definitely stands out. I took a sip of the soup from the edge. Oh... it's delicious as always. I really like this sweet pork bone flavor. The "super raw noodles" they recommend were indeed tasty. I ordered them firm this time, and they were... well, they do taste good. Or maybe it's just my imagination. (laughs) As I added the extra noodles, the sound of the barrel organ could be heard~♪ By the time I added them, the secret sauce had blended nicely, and the soup was quite red... spicy. The "5 times" level of spiciness was quite intense, but it was still enjoyable. You can also savor the deliciousness of spicy noodles! (laughs) But for me, I think 2 times is the best. When it comes to finishing the soup... I couldn't finish the "5 times" level. Thank you for the meal. It's been a few years since Ichiran opened in Itoshima... and with such a splendid factory. I'm glad I moved here. I also uploaded this on YouTube. I have a food blog. →NPG/ [Ichiran Ichiran no Mori store] *Increased the number of photos.

One of the top pork bone ramen chains, Ichiran, can be considered the grand champion. It is a popular ramen chain that can be found not only in its hometown of Hakata but also in Tokyo. On this day, as part of a tour, we stopped by Ichiran's "forest" factory. Upon visiting, it felt more like a tourist spot to learn about Ichiran's history rather than a factory. It was fun to eat ramen in different sections divided by era, with the 1940s section being fully booked, so we went to the 1930s section. I can't speak for the other eras, but the nostalgic atmosphere in the 1930s section reminded me of my childhood. Even though I didn't need to, I had a draft beer before eating the level 4 spicy ramen. It was truly delicious. The richness of the soup and the way the thin noodles absorbed the flavor were exquisite. The spiciness was just right. The attention to detail in creating a Showa-era ambiance was also impressive.

Last year, when I visited Fukuoka, I stopped by the Ippudo Forest in Itoshima, a chain store of Ippudo. It is a facility with a strong promotional color, as it is a shop attached to the factory of the famous chain "Ippudo." As a tourist, it was quite an enjoyable place to visit. When you think of Fukuoka, you definitely think of "tonkotsu ramen" as an outsider. Just coming to this facility of Ippudo, which is famous even in Kanto, will be a memorable experience of Fukuoka sightseeing! There is a free shuttle bus (I think it was reservation-based, so please confirm), but on this day, we rented a car from Fukuoka, so we didn't use it. As we got closer, the signs guided us, so we didn't get lost. The parking lot was also spacious and easy to park. Passing through the bamboo forest, we arrived at a splendid facility with a production factory, museum, dining area, and souvenir shop in order. Since it was a self-guided tour, we could leave at any time. The dining area recreated the interior of Ippudo from different eras, and we chose the one from the 1930s. The menu is purchased through a vending machine food ticket system. Regardless of the era, the menu available was the same, with optional toppings, but we chose the simple and delicious natural tonkotsu ramen. It was the taste of Ippudo!! There was a request form for customization available. (Water is self-service). Next to it, there is a souvenir corner and a nostalgic play area. There are also nostalgic photo spots, so it might be fun to take commemorative photos with family or friends! Although it is a facility mainly for tourists rather than just for eating ramen, it was a place where you could fully enjoy yourself. In a way, it is a PR place for Ippudo, so the staff were all friendly with smiles. The restroom was also clean, making it a good place to stop by!! The facility itself is free! The cost of food and drinks is, of course, separate.

You can learn about Ichiran's history and enjoy a bowl of ramen at this place. Since you came all the way here, I bought a special ramen from the ticket machine that I can't usually have, but it turned out to be just a regular tonkotsu ramen. The meat in it was reminiscent of Nagahama ramen.