Located near Dobutsuen-mae Station, on the first floor of a building with Maruhan on the first floor and Don Quijote on the second floor, you will find a small food court-like area. This place combines the brands "Tengara" and "Gohandoki," both operated by Maruhan Dining. You purchase your meal ticket at a touch panel ticket machine inside the store. I bought the Black Tengara Fried Rice Set for 970 yen. When I took my ticket to the kitchen window, they told me to "please wait at your table" without taking the ticket. It seems that the order is transmitted to the kitchen as soon as you buy the ticket at the machine. That's why the food was served quickly, and the operation seemed efficient. The fried rice had a commercial facility feel to it. The Black Ramen looked well-made. Overall, I was satisfied and my hunger was satisfied. Bon appétit!

I came out of the subway Sakaisuji Line at Dobutsuen-mae Station and found a food court attached to a pachinko parlor right in front of me. I had postponed a visit to the grave due to a typhoon and had some business at Shin-Imamiya, so I decided to have a meal here before heading home. I ordered the salt tsukemen (dipping noodles) in a large portion. The dipping sauce was a light seafood-based broth with three slices of lemon, which added a nice tanginess. The dish also included pork belly slices and minced onions as toppings. The dipping sauce was quite hot, making it difficult to hold the bowl the entire time. The noodles were thin and had a good firmness, likely soaked in kombu water. They were satisfying to eat with a good chewy texture. Despite not being a fan of sour flavors, I found the dish enjoyable with its refreshing taste. I finished off the meal by mixing the remaining soup with the noodles, as they didn't offer extra soup. The soup was still hot, but it was easy to drink. Overall, this tsukemen was suitable for the current summer season and was easy to enjoy.

Around early afternoon, I was shopping at Gakkencho and Don Quijote when I heard about a place called Hanbagu, which was located nearby. Later I found out that it is actually operated by Maruhan! I parked my car in the parking lot shared by Maruhan and Don Quijote. I decided to have ramen at the shop. Inside, there was a ticket machine on the left side where I placed my order. The menu looked quite appetizing with various options. I waited at a table until my ticket number was called to pick up my order. Finally, my ramen arrived - it was a light tonkotsu broth with plenty of oil, which was actually pretty good. The chashu had a nice thickness and was satisfying to eat. The noodles were medium-thin and straight, with a good portion size. The taste was better than I had expected based on the style of the shop. Overall, it was quite enjoyable! The hamburger at Gakkencho also looked delicious. Thank you for the meal.

Tenngara Ramen Shinsekai branch (Shinsekai) [White Tenngara + Ajitama] ¥590 + ¥100★★★★★★☆☆☆☆"Asa○○○○○●○kote"Soup: Tonkotsu / Noodles: Medium-thin straightThis is a ramen shop located in the food court "Gohan-doki" operated by Maruhan Dining Co., Ltd., which is adjacent to a pachinko parlor. I visited for the first time! In addition to the default option, they offer other noodle menus such as Black Tenngara, Red Tenngara, Tsukemen, Spicy Tsukemen, Shoyu Ramen, and Maze Soba (limited time). I ordered the default option.●[Soup]The soup is a rich tonkotsu base with plenty of oil and a soy sauce flavor. It has a very rich and smooth texture, with a creamy and heavy taste. There are white particles of likely pork fat floating on top, enhancing the richness of the soup. It is delicious with a clear broth and a sharp seasoning, but the greasy and lingering sensation may be a bit overwhelming.●[Noodles]The noodles are medium-thin straight noodles with a square cross-section. They are slightly firm and have a chewy texture. They hold up well to the rich soup and create a delicious combination.●[Chashu]The chashu is a thick slice of pork belly with a crunchy texture and a moist and tender taste. It is seasoned with a medium soy sauce flavor, which enhances the umami of the meat.●[Ajitama]The ajitama is half-boiled with a light seasoning. The yolk has a strong flavor, and it tastes great when soaked in the rich soup.●[Other toppings]Other toppings include green onions and wood ear mushrooms. Additionally, you can use the pickled ginger, pepper, and shichimi on the service counter to adjust the flavor.●[Atmosphere]The restaurant has a spacious food court with around 60 seats. They offer various dishes such as rice bowls, set meals, and Western-style dishes. This bowl of ramen is reasonably priced at ¥590 and the quality matches the price. Thank you for the meal!Address: 3-4-36 Ebisuhigashi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka CityTel: 06-4396-1151Business hours: 11:00-23:00Closed on: NoneNearest stations: Shin-Imamiya / Dobutsuen-maeVisit date: May 18, 2017, lunch