Hello (￣Д￣)ﾉ I am having a very late lunch in the area of Hyakumanben in Kyoto city. I came here looking for the ramen with simmered pork that I found last time. I visited Akutagawa restaurant and ordered the limited simmered pork ramen (large) for 1150 yen. I chose normal noodles, normal flavor, extra garlic, and black seasoning. The ramen arrived with plenty of bean sprouts topped with simmered pork, minced garlic, and spicy oil. I started by eating the bean sprouts with spicy oil and then enjoyed the chewy noodles and flavorful soup. The ramen was delicious, but a bit challenging to finish. I added extra garlic and vinegar to enhance the flavor. Overall, I enjoyed the ramen and would like to try the red seasoning next time. Thank you for the meal!

[Date] August 13, 2023 (Sunday) 6:49 PM [Food Rating] 3.22 [Waiting Time] 2 people in line [Service] Excellent [Will Visit Again] Yes [Payment Method] Cash [Turnover] Moderate [Menu Item] Kuro-Ryu Ramen [Noodles] Thick straight noodles [Toppings] Pork chashu (2 slices), bean sprouts, garlic, lard, ma-yu [Soup] Soy sauce [Preparation Time] 7 minutes Ordered everything normal with garlic. The ma-yu flavor is much lighter compared to the last time I had it. The appearance is closer to gray than black, almost like white broth, which is disappointing. They need to improve on that. Kuro-Ryu Ramen 890 yen

Black Flow Ramen (medium) 800 yen, extra rice 50 yen. The rich soup goes well with the rice. I was worried about whether I could finish it because even the medium portion is quite generous, but I went there on an empty stomach and managed to eat it all. The taste is addictive. Next time, I want to challenge the Red Flow when I am feeling better.

This is a Jiro-style ramen restaurant in the Akutagawa series located on Imadegawa Street. It is popular among students. If you go by bike, be careful as the bike may be removed by the Kyoto City Bicycle Maintenance Corps even if you park it in the bike parking zone next to the shop. Like the normal Akutagawa, you can add rice at a low cost. I ordered the spicy ramen on this day. The portion size is generous.

There is a Jiro-style ramen shop run by the Akuta family, known for their house style. I purchased a ticket from the vending machine and handed it to the staff. I ordered the Black Special for 890 yen with 250g of noodles. If you want extra toppings like vegetables or simmered pork, you can buy additional tickets. I requested the familiar house style flavor, with everything normal and garlic included. The black ramen has Ma-yu (burnt garlic oil) which gives it a black appearance due to the oil. The smoked and grilled chashu is a good option for those who want to enjoy the soup and noodles without feeling too full. The shop also has a system for regular customers to level up, which I found impressive. Next time, I want to try the White Plain style or maybe even the soupless version with rice. Thank you for the meal.

I arrived just before the last order deadline. It was super crowded. Today I ordered the vegetable ramen without soup. It was delicious. It was my first time visiting after the renovation, and it seems like they have improved. The chashu also seemed bigger than before. It was very satisfying to eat. I will definitely go back. Thank you for the meal.

I usually order Jiro-style ramen without soup, but this time I decided to try it with soup. I had been wanting to go there for a long time, and I was completely satisfied with the delicious taste. If there was a ramen shop like this near my university, I would definitely go there all the time.

A hybrid of Jiro-style and Kaedama ramen! A bowl with a good punch and richness, satisfying to eat. I love Jiro-style ramen, and even I was completely satisfied with this bowl at Shiraryu, which is known for its brothless ramen. I also ordered extra rice (¥50, free refills) and a raw egg (¥50), and when I finished eating, I mixed the remaining sauce and it was delicious! The staff were friendly and not pushy like at some Jiro-style places. I will definitely come back.

Jiro-style ramen shops can be intimidating for women to enter, but this place is recommended for women too! The interior is clean and the tables are well spaced apart. The staff bring water to your table and provide polite service. I ordered the Kuro Ryu ramen in normal size. By adding the Line app friend, you can get a free boiled egg. The Kuro Ryu ramen uses Ma-yu (burnt garlic oil), which gives it a delicious flavor when mixed with the soy sauce broth. The noodles are firm and satisfying to eat. I'm not a fan of thick chashu in Jiro-style ramen, but the chashu here is thin, tender, and delicious. It's 200g, but I finished it all in no time! I left feeling completely satisfied.

Black Ryu ramen for ¥850. It takes about 10 minutes to be served. The soup is rich and salty, typical of a family-style ramen shop. It tasted delicious at first, but became a bit boring towards the end. It's not too oily, with a lighter texture compared to Jiro-style ramen. The flat noodles were the best I've had so far, with a gentle wheaty and chewy texture. The toppings included thin slices of pork and some bean sprouts. I was disappointed by the pork at first, but it was actually tasty, especially the fatty parts. However, I wished for more substantial toppings, typical of Jiro-style ramen. The atmosphere in the restaurant was relaxed, with many people leisurely enjoying their meal. It's quite different from other Jiro-style ramen shops I've been to. It's a good choice for beginners or those who want to eat without feeling pressured by the surroundings. On the other hand, Jiro enthusiasts or those looking for a hearty meal might be a bit disappointed. Also, be aware that extra vegetables come at an additional cost.

This was my first time trying Jiro-style ramen. I've been on a diet recently, so it felt quite heavy. The flavor was strong with a punch of garlic, and the noodles had a thick and chewy texture. Very delicious. However, I found it a bit heavy and it made my stomach uncomfortable. I also ordered a seasoned egg, and I prefer it to be more runny. Overall, I enjoyed my first Jiro-style ramen experience very much!

I have always wanted to visit "Akutagawa Nagare," a Jiro-style ramen shop that is located near my place. This time, I ordered the Black Nagare Ramen with extra vegetables and a boiled egg on top. You can choose from white, black, or red soup, and I decided to challenge myself with the black soup that contains chili oil. I have had Jiro-style ramen many times before, but this was my favorite. The soup was incredibly delicious! While Jiro-style ramen tends to have a strong soy sauce flavor, this shop's soup had a unique taste that reflects the popular Akutagawa River ramen style. The thick, flat noodles were also very tasty and satisfying. The portion was huge, and I was really focused on finishing it all. I definitely want to try the white and red soups next time. The second photo is of the White Nagare Ramen with extra meat that my friend ordered. Usually, I eat a lot, but this time I had to give up midway through the meal.

The location is along Imadegawa Street, near the north approach of Yoshida Shrine. This time, I walked from Ginkakuji-michi bus stop to visit the restaurant. The restaurant is quite spacious and still new, with a high ceiling and both counter and table seating. Upon entering, I purchased a Shiro-nagare Ramen (white flow ramen) for 900 yen including tax and a Temmayo Don (tempura mayo rice bowl) for 100 yen including tax from the automatic ticket machine near the entrance. The Temmayo Don comes with unlimited white rice. The ramen, a Jiro-style dish, is impressive with a generous amount of bean sprouts and cabbage, thick-cut chashu pork slices, and thick, uneven noodles totaling around 300g. The rich and creamy tonkotsu soup is slightly sweet, and the noodles are chewy and flavorful. Overall, the ramen has a mild and approachable taste. The Temmayo Don, on the other hand, is a bit on the junk food side with tempura crumbs and mayonnaise over rice. The restaurant also offers an interesting promotion where regular customers can earn different discount rates based on the color of the belt they receive, depending on how much the staff remembers about them. In general, it's an easy-to-eat ramen, and I would like to visit again if I have the chance.

Located near the bustling area with countless shops, this new store by Akutagawa-san has opened, which can be considered the "backyard" of Kyoto University students. The store has a slightly different concept this time, being inspired by Jiro-style ramen. Known for their success with the unique house-style ramen in Kyoto, the new direction of the store was met with excitement and surprise. The location is at the foot of Yoshida Mountain, along the Imadegawa slope. Having just opened yesterday, there was already a line of customers waiting outside past the 11 am opening time. I also waited in line behind two groups. It seems like the operation is still getting organized, as there was a slight delay in seating customers until tables were available. The menu lists three types of ramen, but for now, they only offer the "Shirayuki Ramen Regular" (800 yen) and the famous unlimited rice refill (50 yen). The ticket machine also has options for medium size (900 yen), large (1000 yen), and toppings like cheese, boiled eggs, etc., so more choices may be added in the future. You can customize elements like garlic, richness, noodle firmness, and flavor intensity when handing in your ticket. As a first-timer, I went with garlic, normal richness, normal noodle firmness, and normal flavor intensity. The ramen arrived promptly, and despite being a regular portion, it had an elegant presentation with a manageable volume suitable even for Jiro-style beginners. The noodles were chewy, the tender block chashu was enjoyable, and while the vegetable portion was slightly small, the overall balance was excellent. The broth had a slightly dark soy sauce base, which made it lighter on the palate compared to other Jiro-style ramen. It was a great entry-level store for those new to Jiro-style ramen. With more menu options and the ability to control portion sizes, it could become even better. I look forward to returning when they expand their menu. Personally, I prefer it over house-style ramen. Thank you for the meal.

While driving, I happened to come across this ramen shop, which I have always liked. I was surprised to find it here! The soup was rich, the noodles were flat and had a great texture. It looked heavy and rich, but it was actually not overpowering at all. It was very easy to eat and delicious! The staff was also very friendly! I'm not good with spicy food, but I was curious about the chili ramen and ended up ordering it... The slight spiciness made it very easy to eat, but the staff still checked in with me at the end. It was a very pleasant experience.

[Date] May 2, 2021 (Sunday) 6:32 PM [Food Rating at the Time of Visit] 3.13 [Wait Time] Full house, 15 minutes wait [Service] ✔️ [Would Visit Again] ✔️ [Payment Method] ---- I ordered white and red ramen, but what came was black and red... Was it supposed to be like this? I was a bit confused, but then the staff realized their mistake and offered to exchange it immediately. However, since I was already debating between white or black, I decided to keep it as it was. The master then gave me a small gift - 2 flavored eggs and 2 slices of char siu. Thank you very much! The noodles, flavor, and oil were all average, with a hint of garlic. [Black Flow Ramen] [Noodles] Thick straight noodles [Toppings] Pork chashu (2 pieces), bean sprouts, garlic, lard, ma-yu [Soup] Soy sauce Last time I had it, it lacked a punch, but this time it had just the right amount, which I enjoyed. The char siu was also delicious and fragrant. [Red Flow Ramen] [Noodles] Thick straight noodles [Toppings] Pork chashu (2 pieces), bean sprouts, garlic, lard [Soup] Soy sauce There was shichimi on the table, so it didn't necessarily have to be red, but it was still tasty. Black Flow Ramen 800 yen Red Flow Ramen 800 yen

There are many ramen shops inspired by the violent style of Jiro, but has there ever been a shop that has elegantly encapsulated Jiro like this one? A Jiro-style shop that is welcoming to women and children, maintaining the pride of Jiro but without the intimidating atmosphere.

"Akutagawa" is a sister store of the pioneering Kyoto ramen shop "Menya Akutagawa" on Imadegawa Street. Originally a limited menu at "Sodaime Menya Akutagawa" in Hyakumanben, they offer Jiro-style ramen in white, black, and red variations. It's like a hybrid of the house style and Jiro style. I visited around 6 pm on a holiday and was able to get in without waiting. I tried the Black Flow Ramen in a small size for 750 yen. You can choose the firmness of the noodles, the intensity of the flavor, and the amount of oil, but there is no calling out like in Jiro style. You can choose whether or not to add garlic, but there is an additional charge for increasing the amount of vegetables. As expected, rice is free for refills in the house style. First, let's start with the soup... It was delicious. The sharp soy sauce flavor is combined with the richness of the pork bone. The coarsely chopped garlic and lard melted in, adding richness. The noodles were delicious. They were thick, Jiro-style noodles. They felt a bit soft, so maybe ordering them firm would have been better, but they still had a good chewiness. It was delicious. And the service at "Akutagawa" is excellent. I felt the sincerity not only towards customers but also in the way the staff interacted with each other. It was a very pleasant experience. Thank you for the meal!

"At Akuta Kawarui in Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, you can get the Shiro-nagare ramen for 800 yen. This popular shop, Menya Akuta Kaw, offers a Jiro-inspired style of ramen. You can choose the firmness of the noodles, the richness of the broth, the amount of oil, and the presence of garlic. I ordered all of them as normal with garlic. The bowl comes with only bean sprouts instead of cabbage, but the portion is quite generous even for a normal size. The texture is not crunchy but slightly chewy. The soup is rich with garlic and back fat, giving it a junky style, but not as heavy as Jiro-style ramen, with a slightly weaker kick. You can customize the flavor with the chili pepper, garlic soy sauce, and vinegar on the table. The noodles are thick and flat, with a chewy texture that is delicious, but a bit more springiness would be nice. Surprisingly, the pork is smoked instead of simmered, which may be the unique style of Akuta Kawarui, but I personally prefer juicy simmered pork in this style of ramen."

[Date] December 26, 2020, 2:30 PM [Food Rating] 3.11 [Waiting Time] None, 2 groups in the restaurant [Service] Good [Would Visit Again] Yes [Payment Method] Cashless payment available - Red Flow Ramen (Small) 750 yen [Noodles] Thick straight noodles [Toppings] Pork chashu (3 pieces), bean sprouts, garlic, lard [Soup] Soy sauce I like it a bit spicy, and the Red Flow ramen in small size was satisfying.

After finishing work, I visited a ramen shop past 9 pm. I parked my car at a coin parking lot a little further away as there was none near the shop. The ramen menu had three options, and I chose the Black Flow Ramen (medium size, 300g) for 800 yen. This shop requires separate tickets for extra toppings like vegetables, which may feel a bit pricey for those who eat a lot. When ordering, you can choose the firmness of the noodles, the richness of the flavor, and the amount of lard. I opted for normal firmness, flavor, and added garlic. It took about 10 minutes for the ramen to be served, with thick slices of braised pork chashu, bean sprouts, garlic, and a lump of black fat on top. The broth was a salty clear tonkotsu soup, not the emulsified type often found in Jiro-style ramen, but a clear soy sauce-based broth with a rich umami flavor. The noodles were thick and chewy, with a smooth texture that paired well with the soup, reducing the saltiness compared to just drinking the soup. The lump of black fat had a fragrant lard-like taste that enhanced the broth, and when the garlic was mixed in, it brought out the flavor of the soup even more. Garlic is a must for Jiro-style and house-style ramen. While not as voluminous as typical Jiro-style ramen, the soup, noodles, chashu, and other toppings were delicious. However, when drinking just the soup, the saltiness was quite strong. The soup was very tasty, but if the saltiness was a bit more restrained, the rating would have been even higher.