I wanted to eat the rich and flavorful MAX ramen from Tenkaippin, which is within walking distance from Kyoto Station, so I headed there. Many people were ordering the regular rich ramen. I ordered the rich MAX (medium) with a side of rice (small). The red bowl was quite striking! The noodles were boiled firm and didn't come together well. This area could use some improvement. The soup really clung to the noodles. It was rich, but not overly salty. It had the well-crafted flavor of Tenkaippin. However, the noodles could have been better cooked and the green onions were not tasty. It was difficult to remove the green onions from the thick soup. Perhaps there are ways to improve the noodle texture and topping placement for the rich MAX. Just making it richer is not enough. Overall, it was a satisfying meal.

Sometimes I really crave the rich ramen from Tenkaippin. The thick soup is like a drug, once you have it, you're good for a while. But for some reason, you can't stop craving it. Luckily, I was in Kyoto, where there are plenty of Tenkaippin locations. I went to the relatively quiet Hachijo-guchi store. Normally I get the fried rice set, but this time I was really in the mood for the rich ramen, so I ordered the large size of the Tenkaippin ramen. The unique soup is just irresistible, not too heavy, more creamy. And there's something special about Kyoto, it just tastes different here. I wonder why that is, even though the soup is the same. But it was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

I came to Ten-ichi after a long time. The nostalgic atmosphere from my student days is long gone, but I still come here about once a year. Lately, I've been finding rich and heavy dishes a bit hard to handle, but today I decided to try the rich Tianjin rice, so I also ordered the ramen with a rich broth. The rich ramen had a light flavor, so I had to adjust it by adding some miso and other seasonings. The Tianjin rice was quite ordinary. There was not enough soup to act as a sauce, so I had to transfer some from the ramen. I had both rich dishes, but the richness level was low, or rather, the soup was too thin, so overall, it was a bit disappointing.

Sometimes you just crave the rich and delicious ramen from Tenkaippin in Kyoto's Minami Ward. On this particular night, I decided to satisfy that craving and ordered the Rich Fried Chicken Set for 1,200 yen. It comes with their classic rich ramen, 4 pieces of fried chicken, and rice. The fried chicken is best enjoyed with mayonnaise and garlic as condiments. Whether it's your first time or not, the rich ramen from Tenkaippin always hits the spot. It was delicious as always. Bon appétit! #Kyoto #KyotoStationHachijoExit #RamenShop #Gourmet #Delicious #Tenkaippin #Rich #FriedChicken #SetMeal #CheatDay #Mayonnaise #GarlicCondiment #IrresistibleTaste

During lunchtime, it is a must to wait in line at the popular chain restaurant, Tenkaippin. Today, after exploring Toji Temple, I decided to try waiting in line as I passed by on my way back to Kyoto Station. This place is known for its rich and hearty high-calorie ramen, especially popular among young people. I was drawn to the Happy Set for 1200 yen tax included, but I couldn't resist adding a seasoned egg to the already hearty ramen, and since I was feeling thirsty, I also decided to have a bottle of beer, so I didn't stick to my initial plan. The beer served was Asahi Super Dry in a bottle, which arrived first, followed by the ramen and seasoned egg in about 10 minutes. I enjoyed the seasoned egg with my beer to quench my thirst before diving into the rarely eaten hearty ramen. Perhaps it was because I was hungry or because my throat was now moistened by the beer, but either way, the ramen didn't taste as heavy as I expected, and I ended up finishing the soup as well, totaling 1700 yen tax included. The interior of the restaurant was a bit messy, and to be honest, not very clean, making it a bit intimidating for solo female diners in my opinion.

Long time no see, it's Nyoqki. I went to Tenkaippin for the first time in a while. The reason was simple - I wanted to try their new menu item, "Rich Tianjin Fried Rice." The Tianjin fried rice with rich soup poured over it may not look that impressive, but it was quite powerful. I couldn't quite tell what I was eating, but I could sense the potential of this rich soup. Especially when I mixed in the spicy miso, it was delicious. And as for the main dish, the rich ramen is a classic that I always enjoy. I can't eat it every day, but I'd like to have it once a year. Today, I visited the Tenkaippin at Hachijo-guchi, and overall, I'd give it about 3.5 stars. The consistent taste is reassuring, and if you get the chance, I recommend trying the Tianjin fried rice challenge. You can try foods you've never had before.

Today, after work, I felt like having ramen from Tenkaippin, a place I had never been to before. I sat at the counter and ordered the "Chashu Ramen" (1,100 yen) with extra garlic, opting for a rich flavor. When it was served, the bowl was covered with slices of chashu, topped with menma and chopped green onions. I tried the soup with a spoon and found it to be a bit firmer than typical Tenkaippin ramen, with a light and subtle saltiness. There was a unique aroma that I hadn't experienced in other ramen shops, adding to its originality. The noodles were the same as in other Tenkaippin branches, and the thinly sliced chashu had a good texture and flavor. Although I ordered extra garlic, I couldn't taste it, so I adjusted the flavor using the ramen sauce provided on the counter. Overall, the ramen had a slightly different impression from the rich and heavy Tenkaippin ramen I had in mind.

Last time, I was impressed by the punchy staff, so I revisited the restaurant to see that lady again. This time, I ordered the stir-fried leek and bean sprouts set meal. My companion ordered the fried rice set meal. The rich flavor today was different from usual, with a medicinal taste that was a bit disappointing. I couldn't find the lady I was looking for, but I asked a young girl at the cashier and she said, "Her shift is on Sundays. Is it Ms. ○○ you're looking for? She's a nice person, right?" I got her name, so I'll visit on Sunday next time. Thank you for the meal!

On the day of the festival, the food stalls had long lines, so I ended up fasting and went to eat at night. When my appetite exploded, I felt that Tenichi's rich and hearty extra-large ramen with side dishes was the best. It brought tears to my eyes. I realized that I really like this kind of ramen.

I finished my meal with a bowl of ramen around 9:30 pm. The place was quite busy, almost full, but I managed to find a seat at the counter. I ordered the rich ramen. The soup was thick and had a clay-like texture, with a strong chicken flavor. The richness level was average for Tenkaippin. The noodles were thin and straight, which seems to be common at Tenkaippin these days. I added some spicy miso halfway through, which gave the soup a rich color and added more depth to the flavor. Overall, I was able to end my meal with a delicious bowl of ramen at Tenkaippin.

I had some time before catching the Shinkansen, so I went to Tenkaippin Hachijo store. I was looking forward to their spicy ramen, but unfortunately they were not selling it that day. However, they offer free extra green onions here, so I added a lot of them to my rich and flavorful ramen, along with plenty of table-side spicy seasoning, and finished it all. It was delicious, but I still miss their spicy ramen. Eating in Kyoto, I noticed that the green onions are cut in big chunks, which I really liked. It's different from the green onions in Tokyo. So, the finishing touch in Kyoto was Tenkaippin.

This shop has a slightly unusual business hours with a break in the middle. I ordered a beer set on this day. It consisted of Clear Asahi (can be changed to Highball or various Chuhai), Yakibuta (small), 2 pieces of Karaage, and choice of Kimchi or Menma for 1080 yen. As soon as I ordered, Clear Asahi and Menma were served. The Menma had green onions on top and was accompanied by a sauce that tasted like egg yolk. It wasn't a flavor that particularly complemented the alcohol. The Karaage was made from chicken breast meat, with a light flavor complemented by a strong seasoning. The Yakibuta was served on a bed of cabbage with slices of Chashu covering it, topped with green onions. There were 7 slices of Chashu, which was sufficient considering the small size. However, the dressing on it didn't quite match the flavor of the Chashu, especially the acidity. I used chili oil and sweet soy sauce to adjust the flavor, as with the Menma. The shredded cabbage made it difficult to eat, especially with the way it was arranged. Overall, the handling of condiments seemed lacking, giving a disjointed impression as a drinking set.

This is one of the top-ranked ramen shops in Kyoto, which has been operating for over 30 years. Located near Kyoto Station, it attracts a lot of tourists, including those with suitcases. The menu offers a variety of set meals, and on this day, I had the Gyoza set with a large serving of rice for 1050 yen. The soup was a bit lukewarm at first, but after mixing in the noodles, it warmed up. The soup and noodles had the classic delicious flavor of Tenkaippin. The gyoza made me crave for more rice. The waitress was friendly and made the dining experience enjoyable. I will definitely come back for more good food and conversation with her! Thank you for the meal.

Near Kyoto Station, since I can't drink alcohol and it has cooled down a bit, I decided to have ramen! I tried a rich chicken broth ramen from a popular chain restaurant. It used to be the go-to place for Kyoto ramen. It's a chain restaurant now, available in Tokyo, Okinawa, and even Hawaii. The place was quite crowded, especially with students. I managed to get a seat just in time. I ordered the popular dish, the explosion mark led me to it - the char siu rice set with extra rice for free, with garlic for 1,100 yen. The char siu looked amazing, and the ramen was flavorful as always. The noodles were firm, and the toppings were generous. The restaurant is located in a hard-to-find spot under the overpass, but it's quite popular. It was a delicious meal.

It's been a while since I had some rich and hearty ramen in Kyoto, Minami-ku, near Hachijo-guchi. On this night, I had a strong craving for Tenkaippin's rich ramen, so I headed to their location near Kyoto Station Hachijo-guchi. I ordered the ramen (regular, rich) and the Chahan set meal. It had been 5 months since I last had Tenkaippin's rich ramen, and it was just as delicious as I remembered. It was a satisfying meal on my day off from drinking. Thank you for the meal! #Kyoto #KyotoStation #Gourmet #Ramen #Tenkaippin #Rich #Chahan #Delicious #DayOffFromDrinking

At the moment, for me, it's still the number one Tenkaippin. I've been writing this since 6 or 7 years ago, but this time, I couldn't help but feel that there has been a significant change. The most noticeable thing is that the essence of this restaurant seems to have diminished. The atmosphere of the restaurant, the menu, the staff, and even the taste... Along with "Tenkaippin" and "Gyoza no Ohsho," this chain restaurant was born and raised in Kyoto around the same time. For me, these two great chain restaurants are like soul food. We have been together for about half a century, 45 or 50 years. Conversely, if I had not encountered something like "Tabelog," it would have just been part of my daily life, and I wouldn't have considered it special. The "Chahan Teishoku" (1,020 yen) - as shown in the photo. It is a set meal of rich ramen and half fried rice. I felt that the quality of the rich ramen soup was somewhat inherited from before, but the way it is presented has become weaker. This restaurant is a rare one with a unique taste that is somewhat like a miscellaneous flavor. In Tokyo, I haven't been able to visit recently, but I felt this kind of miscellaneous flavor at the Komazawa and Egota stores. The Jimbocho Nishiguchi store has an even stronger miscellaneous flavor, with added oiliness. The miscellaneous flavor has become fainter, but it is still a delicious rich soup. It is quite rare to encounter this quality of taste. Previously, the temperature was a bit low, but this time it was hot. Actually, for me, that is somewhat disappointing... The noodles have completely changed. They have become overwhelmingly firm and visually whiter. I think this is a similar change to the Kanda store in Tokyo. Among the longtime fans of Tenkaippin in Kyoto, there are those who have experienced noodles that are softer and soup that is lukewarm depending on the store they visit, so they may actually prefer that. I think this was particularly noticeable in the Uzumasa, Shirakumemachi, Ginkakuji, and Hachijo-guchi stores from the late 1970s. The fried rice, Yakimeshi, is also different. The taste is quite top-notch. It seems to be fried using chicken fat and then pressed like Yakimeshi to finish. However, the disappointing thing is that the pickled ginger is now served separately. It has become a table item. In my personal preference, all I need is the large fried rice and the rich soup. Eat the fried rice with pickled ginger and drink the rich soup. Yes, it's incredibly delicious. The taste of the past is revived. This taste is something I will never forget. Satisfied. Thank you for the meal. For me, this restaurant is a place where the worship of the main store and the blind faith in the central kitchen are all meaningless. In the late 1970s, the majority of opinions around me in Kyoto were saying, "The main store is not tasty at all." Also, the difference between "just the central kitchen's soup" and "based on the central kitchen's soup" is self-explanatory. (By Kyoto Natsu Shuko, 2021.7.18) (67 reviews/3.13)

I wanted to visit Tenkaippin since I was in Kyoto, but I didn't have time to go to the main store. Instead, I decided to visit this place near the station that I had been wanting to go to. The restaurant had table seating and a counter, and I was seated at a table. I had made a mistake of not having beer the day before when I had tonkatsu, so this time I made sure to have beer. I was tempted by the Eightjo-guchi store limited beer set on the menu, but I ended up choosing bottled beer. The menu had a lot of set meals, but I was intrigued by the "Yakibuta set meal" which was labeled as No.1. As a meat lover, I had to order it. When the beer arrived and I took a sip, the rice and Yakibuta were served. The Yakibuta was topped with lots of green onions and the portion was huge. I started with the meat first... it was so spicy!! The sauce was extremely spicy. The meat was delicious and big, though. Oh no, the beer was going down too easily. The ramen also arrived, and the chashu on top was quite large. I ate the ramen, drank beer, ate the Yakibuta, drank beer, drank beer, ate rice, and drank beer. I felt like I needed more beer! But having two bottles of beer in the middle of the day seemed like too much, so I stopped at one. Unfortunately, I couldn't finish the cabbage with sauce under the Yakibuta because it was too spicy. When I left, the owner (probably) smiled and said, "Please come again." I will have the Yakibuta at night next time.

I went to the Tenkaippin restaurant in Kyoto because the one near my house stopped serving their spicy ramen. The restaurant was located under the train tracks and had a variety of menu options. I ordered the spicy ramen with extra green onions. The soup had a lot of spice and was delicious. The chashu and menma were also tasty. I will definitely come back again.

I was told that there is also a Tenkaippin near Kyoto Station, so I went to check it out. The rich and perfectly thick soup, paired with soft but not too stretchy noodles, is truly fitting for the title of "best in the world." I particularly enjoy how the soup starts off rich but somehow ends up tasting light towards the end, it's a delightful mystery. The rice, cooked to perfection in a small portion, complements the soup perfectly. The service is good and the restaurant's appearance is surprisingly clean for a ramen shop. In terms of value for money, it's average. I would rate this restaurant between 3.0 to 3.5, with 3.5 being the highest for a place where I felt completely satisfied.

Last night, I reluctantly chose the fried rice set over the chicken karaage set at Tenichi. The fried rice was a bit greasy, but the rich and firm noodles in the ramen were delicious. However, the downside was the strong smell of sewage near the restroom. They also offer a snack set for around 1000 yen, which you can enjoy before having the ramen as a finishing touch. Thank you for the meal!