Yes, it's ramen time! "My Chinese soba, Empty Theory" 『Boiled sardine Chinese soba 900 yen』~Kanto edition~ Continuing from last time... After leaving Sanshanto, I felt like eating a little more, so I walked for about 10 minutes. I arrived at "Empty Theory," a place I had never visited before. The area around Higashi-Jujo is quite a battleground for ramen. It was a pretty cold day, and there was only one customer ahead of me. After some consideration, I bought a ticket for the "boiled sardine Chinese soba" and sat at the counter. I happened to sit at the VIP seat where I could overlook the kitchen! As I watched the meticulous movements of the owner, the bowl arrived. [Visual] A kamaboko sits in the center, with a slightly cloudy soup. [Soup] I scooped up a mouthful with a spoon and... delicious! The soup extracted the umami of the sardines without any bitterness. It's a delicious flavor that slowly seeps in. [Noodles] Smooth, slippery flat noodles that are easy to slurp. [Toppings] The chashu, with just the right amount of fat, was also delicious! Oh, it was so delicious! Thank you for the meal. On my way out, I gave the owner my seal, and in return, I received a seal from the owner! Thank you very much. [Store Information] [Store Name] My Chinese soba, Empty Theory [Address] 1F, 3-11-5 Higashi-Jujo, Kita-ku, Tokyo [Business Hours] 11:30-14:30, 17:30-21:00 [Regular Holiday] Sunday night, Monday [Access] About a 6-minute walk from Oji-Kamiya subway station, about a 7-minute walk from JR Higashi-Jujo station *Business days, hours, and formats are subject to change. Please check the official Instagram and Twitter of the store for details. [Profile] ramentimes daichi A ramen Instagrammer based in Osaka. Awakened to the deliciousness of ramen, I find myself eating over 300 bowls every year! I travel around looking for a delicious bowl with my beloved Tricity (three-wheeled bike)! I appear not only in Kansai but also all over Japan. Of course, I eat various other things too (laughs) Instagram: @ramentimes https://www.instagram.com/ramentimes/ Yahoo!: @ramentimesdaichi https://creators.yahoo.co.jp/ramentimesdaichi

Arrived at 11:49 on Saturday, with 1 person ahead. Bought a meal ticket first and sat down at 11:53. Received the limited edition Killer Niboshi Soba at 12:13 for 1,200 yen. The words "Killer Niboshi" caught my attention, so I decided to try it. The broth was incredibly rich with niboshi flavor, but not too overpowering. The thin straight noodles were perfectly coated in the broth. The two slices of chashu were also delicious. The large pieces of onion added a nice touch, and I couldn't stop drinking the soup. Walked about 2.3km to Akabane and felt satisfied. Thank you for the meal! ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)

I finally visited a famous restaurant near my home that I had been wanting to go to but couldn't find the right timing. I ordered the shoyu ramen with dried fish broth, and it was delicious with the nori seaweed blending well with the soup. The amount of noodles seemed a bit small, but it might have just been my imagination. I plan to visit again!

I am from the northern part of Tohoku, so I was drawn to the name "Tsugaru" and decided to change my order from the planned Chinese soba (soy sauce). However, this turned out to be delicious. The soup had just the right amount of dried fish flavor, a good balance of soy sauce without being too oily, and was really tasty. The flat noodles, reminiscent of Inaniwa udon, were smooth and had a pleasant texture, making it a delightful bowl of ramen to enjoy. I would like to try the salt flavor next time. Thank you for the meal.

A few minutes walk from Higashi-Jujo Station North Exit, there is a quaint shopping street along Ginza Street. The atmosphere is relaxed and reminiscent of Showa era. On a scorching hot day, a parasol is more effective than a hat to shield yourself from the blazing sun. There are no shades to block the sun, but there is a small shop with 7 counter seats. I ordered the chilled oyster soba, which came with green onions, bamboo shoots, and seaweed. The soup had a strong oyster flavor that was quite intense! I slurped it all up. The noodles were firm and chewy, similar to cold noodles, making it a great choice for oyster lovers in the summer. My companion tried the Chinese soba, which had naruto fish cake on top. The soup had a rich soy sauce flavor, and the pork slices were tender and delicious. The chef's unique style was evident in the presentation, taking time to arrange each noodle individually. The staff may be working in a casual environment, but they are putting in effort.

Cold oyster soba for 1000 yen. Negi chashu rice for 320 yen. The water is warm and doesn't have ice in it. It was hot, so I ordered a cold limited menu. It was creamy with a nice oyster flavor. Pretty delicious. The noodles were thin noodles, similar to konjac noodles. I felt like having the default menu. The bowl had mixed rice on top with salt and yukari seasoning, but it was too salty. Not great.

My Chuka soba "Kujonokuron" (Oji Kamiya, Higashi-Jujo) First visit! Cold oyster soba North-South Line Yotsuya transfer Oji Kamiya exit 3 Unexpected thunderstorm ⚡️ Rain, took shelter from the rain, and the apartment manager kindly shared an umbrella. Thank you Higashi-Jujo, Ginza Street 12:15 arrival ▼ Food ticket -------------------- Cold oyster soba 1,000 yen Bottle of Asahi beer (small) 450 yen It was a really delicious cold oyster soba. #Irresistible to oyster lovers I want to eat this again this summer Menma's taste was great Finished eating and drinking. Thank you for the meal. 12:33 left Time required: 18 minutes Amazing thunderstorm ⚡️ and rain ☔️ Amazing thunderstorm ------------------------------2023 #283rd cup ------------------------------#Cold ramen #Cold oyster soba #Irresistible to oyster lovers #My Chuka soba "Kujonokuron" #Higashi-Jujo gourmet #Higashi-Jujo ramen #Oji Kamiya gourmet #Oji Kamiya ramen #Tokyo ramen #Ramen diary #Ramen food tour #Ramen tour #Ramen instagrammer #Ramen enthusiast #Noodle enthusiast #Noodle instagrammer #Ramen doesn't make you fat

Visited the restaurant with my family of three. We waited in line with 10 other groups for about 20 minutes in the scorching heat before finally getting inside. We ordered the Ajitama Chuka Soba (salt), Niku Soba (salt), Niku Soba (soy sauce), Negi Chashu Don, and a small bottle of beer. The soy sauce used in the soy sauce ramen is made from the number one soy sauce in Ooma, Gunma. Personally, I like this soy sauce, and I always have two types at home: one for sashimi and one for tamago kake gohan. Everything was delicious, but the salt ramen was especially tasty.

Good evening, this is Amataji. On July 29th, I went to Kijou no Kuuron based on a review I saw from Mairebi-san. I didn't know about this restaurant, but I decided to go with minimal research. I also planned to visit La Maison du Ramen Bisque. However, I was concerned when I saw on Twitter that the owner of La Maison du Ramen Bisque was feeling unwell and might not open that day. At Kijou no Kuuron, the special "Fish School Dried Fish Chinese Soba" that caught my interest was not available that day, so I decided to try something else. I wonder on which day they offer the Fish School Soba. Taking the train, I checked Twitter and found out that Bisque was indeed closed. So, I thought about going to Itou-san's place instead. For now, I decided to go to Kijou no Kuuron. I used Google Maps from the station but ended up taking a wrong turn, so I activated the navigation. I entered a shopping street and realized I had passed the restaurant. The navigation didn't indicate that I had arrived. I turned back and eventually found the place. It was a rather inconspicuous soba restaurant without any fancy decor, unlike what I had imagined for a place called "Kijou no Kuuron." I visited for the first time a little before 1 p.m. on July 29, 2023. There was no line. Inside, the restaurant didn't seem new either. It seemed like they hadn't renovated the place or maybe they had been operating for a long time but recently changed their name. Upon further research, I found out that they opened in 2017, so it's been around 5 years, but the atmosphere felt even older. The owner is said to have come from a famous ramen shop, but I'm not very familiar with these kinds of ramen shops. On the other hand, the owner of Bisque is said to be from Sakanaya. I bought my meal tickets and decided to try the limited Cold Oyster Soba. Looking at the ticket machine, I learned that it was a simple style without chashu. A bit disappointing. So, I ordered: - Cold Oyster Soba for 1000 yen - Negi Chashu Rice Bowl for 320 yen The chashu topping was available for 380 yen, but I opted for the Negi Chashu Rice Bowl. I sat at the counter and handed over my meal tickets. On the table, there was only GABAN Black Pepper Ground seasoning. There was something in a jar-like container, but I wasn't sure what it was. After about 5 minutes, the Negi Chashu Rice Bowl arrived. It was completely different from what I had expected. It was a chashu-included rice dish that resembled takikomi gohan or osekihan. It reminded me of the osekihan at Kounaiya in Shinjuku, which you can have up to 3 servings for 100 yen. It had thinly sliced negi on top, sprinkled with something similar to yukari. Then, the Cold Oyster Soba arrived. It had a dull, slightly greenish-yellow soup with menma, thinly sliced negi, and scattered nori. Let's dig in! - The soup had a strong oyster flavor. I wondered if they used any other dashi aside from oysters. I couldn't tell. Perhaps they used dried oysters or something similar. Regardless, the soup was delicious with a good oyster taste and rich umami. Oyster soup with Chinese soba is something you can find in other places as well, like Deko-san. However, I haven't tried it elsewhere, so I can't compare. They probably didn't use raw oysters. - The noodles were straight, medium-thin noodles. They seemed to be low-hydration noodles, not too firm or too soft. They had a strong noodle-soup interaction, with lots of soup clinging to them. They seemed quite firm, although not overly so. - The menma was dark in color and relatively firm, possibly rehydrated from dried menma. It had a strong flavor that would go well with a light Chinese soba. In this thick, rich soup, it didn't stand out too much.

Today, I had lunch at "Machine no Kouron" in Ouji Kamiya with a colleague who loves ramen. We arrived at the restaurant around 1 pm and there were three empty seats as there were four customers already seated. Lucky for us! We chose our menu from the ticket vending machine. There was a sign advertising a limited-time fish broth ramen available twice a week, so I decided to try the Fish Broth Ramen for 1,100 yen. After waiting for about 10 minutes, the ramen arrived! The soup was a cement color with a nice aroma of fish broth. The soup was not too thick, had a good soy sauce flavor, and was made with what they claim to be the best soy sauce in Japan from an old soy sauce factory in Gunma. The soy sauce was delicious, and the fish broth was rich and flavorful. The saltiness was just right, not too strong. The noodles were thin and flat with a low water content, giving them a smooth texture. The chashu pork was a bit dry, but the bamboo shoots were delicious with a crunchy texture. My colleague ordered the regular soy sauce ramen and mentioned that the noodles were similar and the soy sauce was tasty. I look forward to trying the Fish Broth Soy Sauce Ramen next time.

I visited the ramen shop "My Chinese Ramen: Theoretical Discussion" located about a 7-minute walk straight from the north exit of JR Higashi-Jujo Station. It was a hot weekday just before noon when I arrived, and luckily there was no wait, so I could sit right away. I ordered the "Salt Ramen" for 1000 yen. The first sip had a prominent chicken oil flavor, but as I continued to slurp, a gentle saltiness and a rich broth made from chicken bones, kombu, and dried fish emerged. The soup was elegant with no off-flavors, very delicious! The noodles were medium-thin straight noodles with a subtle flavor and a good texture. They were delicious. The toppings included chashu pork, green onions, spinach, bamboo shoots, fish cake, and seaweed. The chashu pork was finely textured and had a good thickness, with a sweet and savory taste that was very delicious! The spinach was cooked just right, bringing out the flavor of the vegetables nicely. The dark-colored thinly sliced bamboo shoots had a good texture and were well-seasoned, very tasty! In the second half, I added some spicy mustard greens from the table condiments to change the flavor to a stronger spicy taste. It was also delicious! The owner's earnest work was evident in this bowl of ramen. It was really delicious! Personally, I prefer the soy sauce ramen, but this salt ramen was impressive. Thank you for the meal!

The Negi Miso Chuka (1200 yen) was delicious! Although I was curious about the signature dish made with Japan's best soy sauce, I love negi miso! When the dish arrived, a fragrant scent of negi salt filled the air. The appearance reminded me of the famous restaurant "Ryushanghai" in Yamagata, but without dipping the toppings in the soup, I took a bite of the negi salt first! The sweetness and saltiness of the fried negi was amazing! I could eat a whole bowl of rice with just this topping (@￣ρ￣@) Next, the soup. It's miso ramen, but not the thick type, rather a light and flavorful soup. The balance of sweetness and saltiness was perfect! The noodles were flat and had a nice chewy texture that paired well with the soup and toppings. As I continued eating, the negi salt and nori mixed into the soup, creating a delicious combination with the ingredients and noodles in each bite. About halfway through, I added the "bakudan" (spicy egg) and the soup transformed into a tasty and spicy flavor! It was just the right balance of sweetness and spiciness. For those who like spicy food, it might be a bit mild, but I personally enjoyed it. I noticed there was quite a bit of negi left after finishing the noodles (oops), so I recommend adding extra negi when eating the noodles. Next time, I want to try the soy sauce flavor~

Around 12:20 on Saturday, I passed by a ramen shop with only three customers inside, so I decided to go in. Shortly after, more customers came in and the shop quickly became full, with people waiting outside. I ordered the Shoyu Ramen with dried fish for 1,000 yen. It was milder compared to the fish broth ramen I had last time, but still had a strong dried fish flavor. It was not too bitter and I personally preferred this one. However, it was a bit salty so I couldn't finish the soup. The medium-thick, flat noodles were soft and not my favorite. The unique toppings were all delicious.

I went to try it out after seeing the good reviews. There were no other customers before 2 PM. I ordered the Niboshi Shoyu ramen for 1280 yen, which came with various toppings. The ramen came with a small amount of kamaboko, thin and dark nori, and sinachiku sinking in the soup, as well as about 5 slices of char siu that tasted like roasted pork. First, I took a sip of the soup, which had a typical Niboshi Shoyu flavor with a strong soy sauce taste and a rich Niboshi flavor. The noodles were thin and flat, easy to slurp up. Surprisingly, the nori went well with this ramen. The well-prepared char siu was tender and had a good flavor. Overall, the ramen was well-balanced and of above-average quality. It was a delicious and straightforward option that I would want to eat regularly if it were nearby. Thank you for the meal!

I visited a ramen shop in Higashijujo! This time, I went to "My Chinese Soba Theory of Desk Work." I ordered the "Cold Oyster Soba." The soup was oily with a strong oyster flavor, very rich and creamy, just like drinking oysters. The noodles were straight and had a good chewiness, matching well with the cold soup. The toppings included white negi, menma, and crispy seaweed, which all complemented the dish perfectly. I really enjoyed the Cold Oyster Soba, it was delicious. I have tried oyster ramen at other places like Kaigara-ya, Mukann, and Mukura, but this one felt unique with its cold preparation. Overall, it was a great experience.

I went to a ramen shop in Higashijujo! This time, I visited "My Chinese Soba - Theoretical on the Desk." I ordered the "Negi Shoyu Ramen." Although I had a good impression of this shop from a previous visit, they do not accommodate requests for firm noodles or extra servings, reflecting the owner's principles and beliefs. I wanted to try the flavored egg, but they were sold out. The clear soy sauce broth with sesame oil and thick white leeks was delicious. The soup was tasty, made with "Japan's number one soy sauce" and chicken broth that complemented each other well. The noodles were straight and easy to slurp. The chashu had a firm texture and a rich flavor. I really wanted to try the limited "Chilled Oyster Soba," but the owner mentioned that it depends on the preparation and to check Twitter for updates. I will definitely try it next time!店Visited Shop: My Chinese Soba - Theoretical on the Desk.Address: 1F, 3-11-5 Higashijujo, Kita-ku, TokyoNearest Station: Oji-Kamiya Station (487m away) / Higashijujo Station (7-minute walk)Ordered: Negi Shoyu Ramen (¥1180)Business Hours: Tue-Sat 11:30-14:30, 17:30-21:00 / Sun 11:30-14:30Closed on MondaysInstagram: Not availableVisited Time and Wait Time: Mon, Public Holiday (☀️) 13:16 Arrived, no wait 13:23 Served, no wait when left#FollowPlease #NoodleStagram #NoodleStagrammer #MyChineseSobaTheoreticalOnTheDesk #TheoreticalOnTheDesk #Ramen #Tsukemen #Aburasoba #JiroStyle #SoySauceRamen #TokyoRamen #HigashijujoRamen #TabelogTOP5000 #Tabelog3.70 #KingRating9/10 #WantToConnectWithRamenLovers #Gourmet #Delicious #Tasty #Yummy #NoodleLife #RamenLife #Noodle #Ramen #Food #Japan #Delicious #Instafood

Around 1 pm on a regular afternoon. The counter, which normally has about 8 seats, had some chairs stacked up on the side and only 5 seats in operation in the front. There were only 4 customers, so I was able to sit without waiting. It seems like the ramen shops are slow due to the extreme heat (I felt dizzy after just walking for a few minutes). I ordered the Shoyu Ramen for 1000 yen and the Chashu Rice for 320 yen. Looking at the prices on the vending machine from the past, they keep increasing... well, I guess that's the case with other shops too. When the food arrived, it was a traditional Shoyu Ramen. It tasted exactly as it looked (a compliment). The Chashu Rice was also not bad. Thank you for the meal.

As a result of boarding the wrong train, I stumbled upon this restaurant while searching for a good place to eat in the area. I ordered the soy sauce ramen for 1000 yen. I bought a ticket from the vending machine, sat down, and handed over the ticket, but there was no reaction. I had entered the restaurant without any prior information, so I was wary of the stubborn-looking owner. However, it turned out to be unnecessary worry. It could have been that I was absent-minded and missed something, or it was just a timing issue between the new staff and the previous customer leaving. In any case, there is nothing to worry about. The ramen arrived normally. I underestimated the hot soup and burned my tongue. The ramen is deliciously hot! It has a taste similar to soy sauce ramen from Tohoku. If you like Seijo Shokudo, you will probably like this too. I enjoyed eating it with spinach, seaweed, and other toppings. The thick slices of chashu provided a satisfying chew, and the thickly chopped green onions added a nice touch. I finished the soup to the last drop. Thank you for the meal.

Around 12:10 on Saturday, I was planning to go to a nearby casual Italian restaurant, but when I peeked in as I passed by, I saw that there was a seat available so I decided to try it out. (I still remember thinking a few years ago when I first saw the name of the restaurant that it might be a pretentious and tacky place.) I found the words "limited to twice a week" on the menu, so I ended up ordering that. The Fish and Dried Fish Noodle Soup for 1100 yen. First of all, the color of the soup was amazing. When I tasted it, it was a strong dried fish flavor. However, personally, I found it too bitter and ended up leaving some of the soup. The noodles were a bit too soft for my liking. The toppings like the chashu and dried seaweed were generally good. I think I should have started with something more basic for my first visit, so I regret my choice.

I ordered boiled dried Chinese noodles (soy sauce) for ¥1,000. I bought a meal ticket from the ticket machine. I pour water myself from the small kettle placed in front. There are signs in the store encouraging the wearing of masks, but the staff are not wearing masks. The noodles are thin and straight. When you add the condiments placed on the table, it becomes spicy and delicious.

[First Visit on June 7, 2023] After exiting the North Exit ticket gate at Higashijujo Station, turn right and walk out of the station, pass through the arch of "Higashijujo Shotengai," then continue and pass through the arch of "Higashijujo Ginza" a little further on the right-hand side. On this day, I had to go to the hospital in the evening. After that, I decided to extend my visit to this shop that had caught my attention, have dinner, and then head home. I arrived around 5:15 pm on a weekday. I arrived just 15 minutes before the opening time, so I earned a PP. The shop opened right on time, and I was the first customer, followed by one more person. Since it was my first visit, I chose the menu item at the top left of the ticket machine, "Chuka Soba (Soy Sauce)." It arrived after about 8 minutes of waiting. It was already my favorite from the appearance! The soy sauce-colored soup with a layer of chicken oil on the surface was amazing! I started with the soup... The rich soy sauce flavor with a firm umami taste from the fresh soy sauce used, as indicated on the ticket machine! The sweet taste of soy sauce backed by chicken bones and aromatic vegetables, along with a hint of sharp saltiness, all combined well to create a rich umami flavor. The thickness of the soup indicated the possible use of pork as well, but the straight soy sauce flavor suggested a well-thought-out balance. The combination with green onions was excellent, and I really loved this soup! The noodles were a slightly thick, straight type with a wheaty aroma and slightly higher water content. They mixed well with the oily soup and were perfect for the strong-flavored soup. The other toppings included braised pork belly and spinach with bamboo shoots. The braised pork belly was a mix of belly and lean meat unique to this soup, and the fusion of belly fat and strong soy sauce was delicious! As the soup was strong, the spinach provided a good palate cleanser. The slightly chewy thin bamboo shoots also had a good texture. Overall, the balanced combination was excellent. The soy sauce flavor might be a bit strong for everyone, but personally, I loved it! I couldn't find any negatives, as it was fantastic both in parts and as a whole! I got so absorbed in eating and drinking that I didn't think about it, but I think having it with rice would have made it even more enjoyable to finish. I plan to revisit this place soon and try other menu items that catch my eye. I'm also curious about the limited-time offerings! Thank you for the delicious meal.