I had some errands in Takatsuki, so I decided to have lunch there as well. The restaurant is located between JR Takatsuki Station and Hankyu Takatsuki Station. There are several coin parking lots available on the side streets off the main road. The restaurant is on the second floor of a building facing the street, and there was a short wait of about 10 to 15 minutes with 3 groups of 10 people ahead of us. The seating area inside is limited, with only 3-4 chairs available for waiting customers. Once inside, you need to line up to order. The menu is simple and you purchase ramen tickets from a vending machine before handing them to the staff. Water is self-serve, and there are condiments like yuzu kosho and salted dried scallops available for you to use. The ramen is prepared by a chef while the female staff takes care of the floor. The ramen was beautifully presented and tasted delicious, with flavorful broth, thin noodles, and well-seasoned chashu. The addition of shiso leaves added a nice touch. We also ordered the Negitare Nikumeshi (rice with green onion sauce), which was also tasty. Overall, it was a delightful dining experience in Takatsuki. We'll definitely be back!

I had planned to go to a certain restaurant, but it was closed for a holiday. I had completely forgotten that it was a holiday and ended up being the first in line for about 20 minutes until a neighbor kindly informed me that it was a holiday. I felt embarrassed and decided to visit this second choice restaurant, which was about a 10-minute walk away. I arrived at around 11:30 am on a Saturday, and there were about 10 people inside. Although the standing area was empty, I had to wait with the person in front of me as instructed by the staff. After waiting for about 4-5 minutes, I placed my order for Shio Ramen (1,000 yen) and Negi Dare Nikumeshi (400 yen). It was a self-service style, so I got water, yuzu pepper, and salted dried clams before standing at the counter to wait. The food was served in about 8 minutes. The noodles were thin and firm with a smooth surface, and they were delicious. They absorbed the soup well, which had a clear broth made from clams, kombu, and chicken bones, giving it a light yet rich flavor. The toppings included two slices of tender pork belly chashu that crumbled easily, a tasty wonton with a smooth skin and ginger-flavored pork filling, sliced green onions, and shredded shiso leaves. I added yuzu pepper halfway through and finished the soup. The Negi Dare Nikumeshi was topped with plenty of flavorful chashu in small block shapes and chopped green onions mixed with salted sauce. It was delicious on its own but also tasted great with the salt soup poured over it. The complimentary salted dried clams were also a tasty accompaniment to the rice. Finally, I returned the dishes at the designated area and finished my meal. It was a satisfying experience.

This is Asu-ryu. I had some business in Kyoto, so I left a little early and made a detour to Takatsuki. I don't often go to Takatsuki, so it's a place I can only visit on occasions like this. It was a little past 11 o'clock and there were a few customers already there. Of course, I took a standing seat. What was on the menu this time? Special Salt Ramen. I also ordered yuzu pepper with salted dried scallops. The soup was a light and clear salt broth, with a nice depth of flavor. The thin noodles were well coated with the light and clear salt broth, making it delicious. The refreshing taste of perilla leaves added to the flavor. The texture of the white leeks was good, and the special salt ramen came with a seasoned boiled egg that was just right, with a deliciously runny yolk. The special salt ramen also had four slices of chashu, which were so tender that you could tear them with chopsticks, and had just the right amount of fat, making them delicious. The wonton skin was chewy, and the filling was well seasoned and tasty. I added yuzu pepper and salted dried scallops halfway through. The yuzu pepper had a refreshing yuzu flavor and a nice kick from the green chili pepper, while the salted dried scallops added a salty richness, with the scallop broth infusing the soup and making it even more delicious. It was a simple yet deep and delicious bowl of ramen.

The special salt ramen with green onion sauce and meat rice is quite delicious, I want to go again. I wonder if the meat rice is necessary. Address: 8-30 Konnayacho, Takatsuki, Osaka Prefecture 2F Phone number: 0726-48-4514 Business hours: 11:00-13:30 *Closed when sold out Regular holiday: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

After 11 o'clock, I visited the restaurant and ordered two wontons and a large portion of char siu special salt ramen from the ticket machine. Since I was dining alone, I waited at the counter for my food. When they used to serve breakfast, it was self-service, but now they bring the food to you due to time constraints. There was only one person in the kitchen and a couple managing the restaurant. The noodles had a good firmness and the broth was just as excellent as before, making this place truly the best in Takatsuki. Of course, I finished every last drop of the soup.

It's Asu-ryu. It's my last day of the Obon holiday visit. It's near JR Takatsuki Station, and I used to have morning ramen here before. However, recently they only open for lunch, just four days a week, making it a high-end restaurant. It's almost noon, around 12 o'clock, and there's a line outside the store. After waiting for a while, I entered the store in about 10 minutes. I bought a meal ticket at the ticket machine and it's a standing-style ramen shop. They served me cold water and yuzu pepper at the counter, along with salted dried scallops. Today's menu is salt ramen. I actually wanted to order the special salt ramen, but they were already sold out at this time. The soup is a clear salt soup made from chicken and kelp, with chicken oil floating on the surface and large shiso leaves added. The noodles are thin noodles from Menya Teigaku. The light salt soup with the aroma of shiso leaves goes well with the thin noodles. The texture of the white leeks is good, and the fatty rolled chashu is soft and delicious. The wonton has a chewy skin and tasty filling. When mixed with yuzu pepper, it has a yuzu flavor with a spicy kick from green chili peppers. The salted dried scallops, with their umami and saltiness, complement the salt soup well. It was a delicious bowl with a light yet deep flavor.

Order: Special Salt Ramen from a famous shop near Hankyu Takatsuki Station. The shop is only open for lunch four days a week, so it was hard to visit. When I arrived around 11 am on a weekday, there were already three customers inside. It seems that they open as soon as they are ready, before 11 am. The ramen is all about the salt flavor, and I appreciate the dedication to this particular style. I love these kinds of shops. This time, I ordered the Special Salt Ramen, and the light yet flavorful soup was amazing! The toppings like seasoned egg and chashu were also delicious with their distinct flavors. I added some free yuzu kosho and spicy pickled clams halfway through to change the taste, and it was also delicious, but since the original soup has a strong flavor, I felt that it's better to add a small amount for the change.

Deep and flavorful salt ramen "Asuryu". I ordered their signature salt ramen (1,200 yen) and was surprised by how clear the soup was. It paired perfectly with the thin noodles and the tender and delicious chashu. The yuzu pepper and salted dried scallops added a nice touch of flavor. It was really delicious. Thank you for the meal. Asuryu, Konnoyacho 8-30, Takatsuki City, Osaka Prefecture. #ramen #salt ramen #Asuryu #RamenUroko #Takatsuki Gourmet #Takatsuki #Takatsuki Lunch #Osaka Ramen #Osaka Gourmet #Osaka Lunch

Date of visit: 7/29 Duration of stay: 30 minutes Purpose: Lunch Reservation: Not required Overall rating (excluding drinks): Taste x 0.6 + Service x 0.05 + Atmosphere x 0.15 + Value for money x 0.20 I visited on a Saturday afternoon after work. I arrived right after the opening, but it was already full. The popular ramen here was very refined and delicious. I usually don't finish all the soup, but I finished it all here. Despite living in Takatsuki for a long time, it was my first visit and I was very satisfied.

It's been a while since I visited Takatsuki. For lunch, it has to be ramen, right? It's a competitive area. First stop, Asunagare for salt ramen. It was a bit crowded, but I bought my meal ticket and quickly found a table. I ordered the special ramen with chashu, boiled egg, and wonton. The soup was clear and had a nice seafood flavor. It felt a bit lacking, but when I added scallop roe and yuzu pepper, it completely changed. The scallop flavor and spiciness intensified. The smooth wonton and flavorful chashu were delicious. As expected in a ramen battleground, it was surprisingly good.

Special salt ramen with onion salt sauce and meat rice thin noodles. Smooth noodles. Light and clear salt ramen. The chashu is tender and delicious. The bowl has more volume than expected, filling up the stomach. The interior of the restaurant is clean. It's a standing style restaurant, but there are two tables available. On Sunday around 10:45, there were 2 people waiting in line to enter.

Visited the popular ramen shop "Asunagashi" in Takatsuki City. The opening hours are very short, from 11:00 to 13:30, making it quite difficult to visit. This shop is a sister store of the renowned "Ramen Uroko" in Ibaraki City. They only offer one menu item, the salt ramen for ¥900, with no toppings. You can add a special topping if you want. It's surprisingly simple. The soup was delicious, with a clear salt flavor and no off-flavors. The broth seemed to be made from bonito flakes and dried ingredients. Salt ramen is a difficult genre, so a good salt ramen shop is very reliable. The noodles were silky and thin, with a smooth texture that paired well with the light soup. This salt ramen was so good, it reminded me of "Ramen Uroko" in Osaka. I will definitely come back.

Today's special salt ramen for 1200 yen. Today, I visited "Asunagare" in Takatsuki, which I have been curious about for a while. The restaurant was closed for a long period from June 2022, but fortunately reopened in November 2022. They mentioned on Twitter that the menu has been reduced, operating hours shortened, and prices increased. However, they added a special wonton to their salt ramen, which makes it worth forgiving. The restaurant had previously closed for a long period in March 2017 and reopened in December 2020 after 3 and a half years. It's good that they were able to reopen this time after only six months. When I arrived at the restaurant around 10:20 am on a weekday, there were no customers at first, but two ladies joined around 10:30 am, followed by another person, making it a total of 4 people waiting before the opening. The restaurant actually opened about 3 minutes earlier than the scheduled time. I purchased a ticket for the special salt ramen, which comes with a wonton, as they do not offer a separate option for seasoned boiled eggs. I also noticed some unusual menu items like crepes, but they seemed to be mostly unavailable. I handed my ticket to the staff and sat at a table after getting some water for myself. They also provided free yuzu pepper and salted dried scallops, which I had read about in advance, so I made sure to use them. After waiting for about 6 minutes, the ramen was served. Let's dig in! Soup: The soup base is chicken broth with a hint of sweetness, possibly from clam broth. The saltiness is gentle, but the flavors are well-balanced. It has a refreshing and light finish, enhanced by the fragrant oil. The subtle aroma of shiso leaves adds to its appeal. Noodles: The noodles are slightly thick with a high water content. They have a smooth and chewy texture, complementing the soup perfectly. Toppings: The pork belly is tender and flavorful, with just the right amount of fat. The wonton has a light ginger-flavored meat filling and a soft skin. The seasoned boiled egg is perfectly runny and has a unique seasoning that I enjoyed. Yuzu Pepper: I usually don't see the need for yuzu pepper as a condiment, but it surprisingly pairs well with the salt-based soup here. It adds depth to the flavor without feeling out of place. Salted Dried Scallops: The balance of umami, saltiness, and spiciness in the dried scallops is excellent. Although I didn't expect it to go well with salt ramen, I ended up enjoying it as it is. Overall, the light and delicious salt soup, chewy noodles, and the addition of yuzu pepper made this a satisfying meal. I would rate it 4.0 out of 5. Bon appétit!

Visited during the day on a weekday. Arrived a little after 12 o'clock and was able to enter the restaurant right away. Shortly after, a line started to form. This is a popular restaurant in Takatsuki City with a second brand called "Ramen Uroko". It seems likely to make a comeback as one of the top 100 ramen shops this year. The interior of the restaurant has a large standing table and two 4-person tables. The black-themed decor is very clean and has an overall sense of cleanliness. This time, I ordered the "Salt Ramen for 900 yen". It arrived in about 7 minutes. When I tasted the soup, at first, the rich flavor of chicken stood out, followed by the refreshing aroma of large leaves spreading in my mouth. Probably, scallops and kelp are also used, giving the soup a rich texture. The saltiness was also just right. I personally really liked it, but opinions may vary on the large leaves. The medium-thin noodles from Ramen Uroko were boiled slightly soft, giving them a silky texture and a pleasant slurping sensation. The wheat flavor was also good, and it paired well with the soup. Toppings included pork belly roll, wonton, large leaves, and green onions. The pork belly roll was slightly small, but the flavor of the meat seeped out with each bite, showing excellent craftsmanship. The large leaves, essential for this dish, worked wonderfully, creating a refreshing aftertaste. Additionally, there were free toppings of yuzu pepper and dried scallops available for self-service. It was a perfectly calculated bowl of ramen. It turned out to be much more delicious than expected, a pleasant surprise. Thank you for the meal!

Visit date and time: 11:26 on Sunday with light rain Waiting time: None (although it was before opening time, the shop was already open) Menu: Salt Ramen 900 yen Second stop on the ramen shop tour in Takatsuki. This place is one of the top 100 restaurants on Tabelog in 2021. The shop is standing style (with some seating available). As it was the second stop, I ordered the salt ramen without any toppings. The clear salt soup is beautiful. The straight noodles go well with the salt soup. The thick and tender chashu is delicious as well. It's rare to see wontons on top. I felt that the portion of noodles here was quite generous. Thank you for the meal.

Today, I visited a ramen shop in Takatsuki City, which was selected as one of the top 100 restaurants on Tabelog. The shop had been closed for a while and reopened with a new look, so I decided to check it out. The shop opens at 11:00 am (although Tabelog states 11:30 am). I arrived 10 minutes before opening on a Sunday and there was already one person waiting in line. At 11:00 am, I purchased a ticket for the "Special Salt Ramen" from the ticket machine. It was a unique self-service standing style shop. Despite having enough space for chairs, they opted for standing style, probably due to having only two staff members. The ramen was served promptly. The beautiful golden soup looked rich with carefully extracted chicken umami flavor, and the refreshing touch of shiso leaves. The noodles were medium-thick with a chewy texture. The chashu was tender pork belly that had been well cooked. The flavored egg was also delicious. Despite the self-service standing style, the owner was surprisingly friendly and hospitable. Overall, it was a delightful dining experience.

In Takatsuki, there is a standing-style ramen shop where you can also find a few seats to sit. You buy a food ticket and wait while standing. The special salt ramen costs 1200 yen, usually it's 900 yen. The special version comes with 4 slices of chashu, 2 wontons, and a seasoned egg. The well-balanced salt soup is delicious, and it's easy to see why it's popular as you eat standing up. You can also enjoy changing the flavor with yuzu pepper or salted dried scallops. The noodles are smooth and have a good texture. The shop has been closed and reopened multiple times, but now it seems they are only offering salt ramen. Highly recommended among ramen shops in Takatsuki!

It's mostly self-service. There is a standing counter for eating, and only two tables available. They also serve crepes, but they were not available when I visited. They only had salt ramen. The soup had not only chashu but also wontons. There were sprinkled shiso leaves, which made it very delicious. Feel free to add yuzu pepper according to your preference.

Asu Ryu (Koya-cho, Takatsuki City, Osaka Prefecture) A popular standing ramen shop in Takatsuki City, Osaka, located on Keyaki Avenue on the second floor. Closed on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, open only during the daytime. Upon entering the shop, you are greeted warmly, and you purchase a meal ticket from the ticket machine. The ramen has a very simple composition, with only one option available: Special Salt Ramen for 1200 yen. You prepare your own water at the self-service area and wait in the standing eating zone (there are also table seats available). When your order is ready, it is brought to you, so the self-service aspect is not very prominent (you do need to return your tray). The clear golden soup is smooth and has a subtle umami flavor. The special ramen comes with a half-cooked seasoned egg, plenty of chashu, and wontons. It's also enjoyable to eat while the wontons are still hot and fluffy. Eating quickly and leaving promptly may leave you feeling a bit reluctant to leave. The restaurant follows a standing eating style, but also has table seats available. Payment is made in advance at the ticket machine, and only cash is accepted. It's easy for even solo diners to enter. [Business Hours] 11:30-13:30 *May close if sold out. [Closed] Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays.

Today, I planned to go on a ramen tour to Takatsuki, but the place had been closed for a long time, so I couldn't go. Finally, when they reopened, I was able to go. I had heard from everyone around me that it was delicious, so I was really looking forward to it. They only open from 11:30 to 13:30 for 2 hours, so when I arrived after 13:00, I was able to enter without waiting. However, a few minutes later, another customer who arrived was told that they were sold out and it was over, so I barely made it in time. I quickly purchased the "salt ramen" from the ticket machine and waited at a standing table. The soup is a double soup made of chicken and clam, with a beautiful golden color. The chicken bone and clam soup combined with the salt seasoning is elegant and rich in flavor. It has a sophisticated sweetness and a gentle yet salty flavor. The soup also has floating shiso leaves, adding a refreshing aroma. There are condiments like yuzu pepper and salted dried clams for flavor variation. The yuzu pepper adds a spicy kick, while the salted dried clams enhance the umami. The noodles are medium-thin straight noodles with a firm texture that complements the soup well. The chashu is pork belly chashu, which is incredibly tender and juicy with a perfect seasoning that doesn't overpower the delicate soup. I finished every last drop of the delicious ramen, including the wonton that came with it. It was so satisfying that I even considered taking some salted dried clams home. Overall, it was a deeply flavorful and satisfying bowl of ramen.

"Asurau" is the name of the restaurant. It was my first visit since November 26th last year. I arrived at 10:55 and there were 4 people in line. It took about 10 minutes until the ramen was served. The toppings included chashu, green onions, wonton, shiso leaf, and seasoned egg. The noodles were thin straight noodles from Kyoto. The soup was a clear chicken and seafood broth. I visited this place in search of exquisite salt ramen. Now, let's taste it! The soup was delicious, with a strong taste of chicken and dried scallops, giving it a gentle seafood flavor. I don't know what inosinic acid, guanylic acid, and glutamic acid are, but the noodles were smooth and had a good texture, complementing the soup perfectly. The chashu was tender, the wonton was juicy, the green onions were crisp, and the shiso leaf added a refreshing touch. As always, it was the best salt ramen. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal!"