Located just a little over a 10-minute walk from Mitaka Station South Exit, this ramen shop originally opened in Sakata City, Yamagata Prefecture in 1960. To celebrate its 60th anniversary, they opened their first Tokyo branch in February 2020. They were ranked first in the Wan Tan special feature on the TV show "Matsuko-ariyoshi's KARISOME Tengoku". I visited around 5 pm on a Sunday and there was no wait. Feeling undecided between soy sauce and salt, I decided to go with soy sauce and purchased my ticket. I was served my bowl of ramen in less than 5 minutes. The bowl had a collaboration with Studio Pierrot, featuring Osomatsu-kun. By collecting points on their loyalty card, you can enter a lottery to win a bowl of ramen or a T-shirt. The ramen itself had a classic look of Chinese-style noodles with toppings such as char siu, wontons, boiled egg, bamboo shoots, and green onions. The soup had a light flavor with a broth made from dried flying fish, sardines, and kelp. The wontons were extremely thin and delicate, made with edible silk to prevent them from dissolving too quickly. The meat filling had a slight ginger flavor and was delicious. The char siu had a traditional firm texture with a rich meaty flavor. The noodles were medium-thin and had a nice springy texture, also made with silk for added chewiness. They also offer a limited option to switch to thick noodles. Overall, every ingredient was well-prepared and delicious. They are also known for their popular cold wonton noodles in the summer, so I look forward to visiting again. Thank you for the meal!

As a lover of wontons, this was a shop I absolutely had to visit. #Wonton Men no Mangetsu #Wonton Men no Mangetsu Mitaka Branch #Wonton Men with Soft-Boiled Egg #Gentle seafood-based soup #Wonton Men with Soft-Boiled Egg for 1040 yen The soup has a nice aroma of dried bonito and is gentle with seafood flavors. The noodles are straight and soft, very easy to eat. The wontons are fluffy and melty, almost like they melt in your mouth (laughs). The soft-boiled egg was perfectly done as well. Overall, it was a comforting ramen with a gentle touch. Thank you for the delicious meal.

During the Obon holiday, many restaurants used to be closed, making it difficult to find a place to eat or drink. However, it seems that more restaurants are now open, which is great. I tried takeout from Mangetsu for the first time during the holiday. I chose the Wonton Ramen, which had a light and flavorful soup with a hint of dried bonito. It was delicious and I was happy to be able to enjoy this taste in Tokyo. The noodles were cooked perfectly, firm with a good chewiness. The char siu included both thigh and belly meat, which was a nice touch. The wontons had a small filling and a long, chewy skin, making them enjoyable to eat. Overall, it was a well-balanced and satisfying meal. Thank you for the delicious food!

I ordered the limited-time cold wonton noodles for the summer. The soup was clear, the wontons were smooth, and the bamboo shoots were seasoned with pepper, making it the perfect dish for hot weather. I will definitely revisit during the summer. It looks like I'll be a regular customer.

Before visiting the outdoor shop I wanted to go to, I stopped by this place. It has a welcoming atmosphere for women, with all the staff inside being women. It was a hot day, but sweating was worth it because the wonton noodles were delicious. Mitaka has many great restaurants, I envy that.

It's about a 15-minute walk from Mitaka Station. The restaurant has table and counter seats. The wonton featured on "Matsuko-Ariyoshi's KARISOME TENGOKU" had a chewy and melty texture that was delicious. The soup for the Stamina was hard to describe, like a mix of soy sauce and miso.

"Wontanmen no Mangetsu Mitaka branch: Led by the description of wontan, I stepped on the hot, desertified asphalt and arrived at the store. The thin, stretchy material exceeded my expectations, and it was hot just as I expected. When it stuck to the upper part of my mouth, the skin peeled off. Despite all that, it was a smooth texture. I became a wontan fetishist after experiencing the intense wontan noodles at that time, but recently the market has been seeking uniqueness in the material of the skin. I enjoyed it deliciously, and now I'm back to the Sahara's asphalt. That's how my day went."

I visited the restaurant around noon on a weekday. It is located about a 10-minute walk from Mitaka Station. This is a branch of a famous restaurant from Sakata City, Yamagata Prefecture, that has expanded to Tokyo, but in a slightly more remote area. I ordered the Wonton Men for 850 yen. The restaurant was moderately busy, but the turnover was fast, and my order arrived in less than 10 minutes. The soup had a strong base of kombu and bonito, combined with a smooth broth that was consistently delicious until the last drop. The soup paired exceptionally well with vinegar. The slightly salty noodles also complemented the flavors perfectly. The standout item was the wonton, which was thinly wrapped with well-seasoned meat, creating a great harmony with the soup. It's common for renowned restaurants from other regions to open in Tokyo, but many end up closing unexpectedly. I hope this restaurant can thrive without being affected by the fierce ramen competition in the city. The ramen here is enjoyable for people of all ages and genders. Thank you for the meal!

Wonton ramen with boiled egg for 1040 yen, gyoza for 420 yen. Visited the restaurant on a weekday at 7:00 PM with 2 people. The restaurant was almost full. Our order arrived in about 10 minutes. The soup had a gentle and delicious flavor, with a nice balance of fish-based ingredients like dried bonito and kelp, without any fishy smell. The noodles were medium-thin and slightly soft. The wontons were fluffy and melted in the mouth, filling up the bowl. The pork shoulder chashu, boiled egg, menma, and green onions were all tasty. The chashu was tender and delicious, the boiled egg was perfectly runny, and the menma was soft and to my liking. The gyoza were small but tasty. Overall, everything was soft, delicious, and the gentle soup made it a ramen that you could enjoy every day without getting tired of it.

Wonton ramen (with boiled egg)(extra large size) A ramen shop located along the central street that stretches south from Mitaka Station. The shop has a charming wooden exterior and is situated on a lively street with various other shops. The wonton ramen stood out for its clear and refreshing soup made with plenty of dried bonito flakes. The soup had a transparent quality that allowed the rich flavor of the bonito to shine through while maintaining a light and clean taste. The noodles were firm and chewy, complementing the soup perfectly. The wontons were incredibly thin and delicate, with a silky texture that melted in the mouth. The standard toppings of chashu and boiled egg also added to the overall deliciousness of the dish. This wonton ramen was a standout with its high quality ingredients and well-balanced flavors.

Cold Wonton Noodle with Extra Rice In the summer, nothing beats a refreshing bowl of cold wonton noodles. The unique taste of the chilled soup with floating ice is a perfect way to cool down and enjoy the season. It's a different experience from hot noodles but equally delicious. Highly recommended!

<June 2023> Chilled Wonton Men I enjoyed the summer specialty "Chilled Wonton Men" that I have been eating every year. It is usually released around Golden Week in May, but due to a lack of time in the past two years, I finally made it this time. Even though I was working non-stop since morning and suddenly realized it was past 2 pm, I am grateful that they serve lunch continuously even on weekdays. Maybe it was good to avoid the lunch rush? It is always crowded with people of all ages in the local area, and this time I was able to relax and take my time... Sorry for being a slow customer. <Overall> A Yamagata specialty! A full moon specialty, Chilled Wonton Men! It exudes a simple yet cool and calming aura. It's a great privilege to be able to enjoy the chilled version of the Yamagata style in Mitaka. The coolness makes you feel a certain aura! The soup is poured into the hollows of the ice, creating a strangely beautiful impression. Looking at the photos later, it doesn't seem that different from the regular warm version. Apart from the greens and ice, it has a similar feel to the warm noodles. <Soup> Bonito & Kelp broth! A light soy sauce-based soup that you can gulp down without feeling diluted by the ice. It has a soft and clear soup feeling. It is very similar to the warm noodle style where the dried fish flavor has melted. However, when you start slurping with a spoon, you will be drawn to the gentle and simple taste, leaning towards a Japanese dashi flavor with a touch of chilled nuance. It has a simple and comforting taste! You can also feel the umami of chicken broth, but the main character is the sweetness of seafood. The combination of the umami of seafood and the flavor of soy sauce creates a very harmonious taste. It may feel more Japanese than the warm noodles. The interesting difference with the warm noodles is the subtle bonito flavor. It's not the sweetness of dried fish, but the richness of bonito flakes that you can taste, with a strong kelp broth flavor. It has a very Japanese dashi flavor and even feels like "Japanese soup". The fact that it stays cold for a long time is also nice! I drank it all without any resistance as it had no greasiness. <Noodles> Clear straight noodles with a high-water content! The coolness tightens the texture and gives a quick and smooth feeling! The lifting of the soup is also nice! The tightening of the noodles in the warm version is exhilarating! The contrast between the silky wontons and the firm noodles creates a great balance. The noodles are originally bright and chewy with a soft and smooth texture. However, before being paired with the cold soup, they have been thoroughly rinsed with cold water, making them firm and tight. When paired with the cold soup, you can feel the noodles tighten and have a crispy texture. The appearance is more transparent than usual, giving it an even smoother and more slippery texture. It can be eaten quickly and smoothly, as if slurping it up rapidly. The noodles are easy to intertwine and lift the soup well. The dry feeling of the soup makes you imagine capillary action. Play with the flexibility and ease of the noodles! The meat filling of the wonton escapes from the wonton skin... Enjoy eating it while mixing it with the noodles. <Chashu> Two types of pork! Lean chicken thigh meat and flavorful pork shoulder!

I visited this ramen shop in Mitaka, which is known for its fierce competition in the ramen scene and has a fairly good reputation. The customers were mostly local couples and solo female diners. It was around 11:30 am and the shop was about 80% full. I decided to try the most popular dish, soy sauce flavored ramen with boiled egg and wontons (1040 yen, tax included). There were also spicy stamina flavor and popular salt flavor options available. You purchase a meal ticket before ordering. The counter is divided by partitions and there are low chairs where you can relax. There are also a few table seats. The number of staff members is sufficient, creating a calm dining space. It's about a 10-minute walk from Mitaka Station South Exit, which felt a bit far. I thought they may have intentionally created a spacious interior due to the distance from the station. The soup has a clear appearance and pairs well with the delicate wontons, creating a beautiful ramen. The soup has a subtle seafood aroma and a refreshing taste. It's on the saltier side. The green onions complement the dish well. It tastes like a clearer version of Kitakata ramen. You can request for a thicker soup, which may enhance the smoothness. I added some pepper for a different flavor. The wontons have very little filling, allowing you to enjoy the smooth texture of the skin as a second type of noodle. The noodles are slightly soft and straight, making it easy to eat. The pork slices are not fatty and thin, making them easy to eat. I was tired of low-temperature cooked pork slices, so I appreciated this more typical version. Overall, it's a well-balanced ramen. This is a relatively new shop that has only been open in Mitaka for about three years. It seems to be a place that will be supported by local customers such as women and families.

The noodles are easy to eat as they are well coated with the soup. The flavor of the soup is dominated by the bonito dashi, making it light and easy to eat throughout. However, the overall impression lacks impact as the flavor remains constant and somewhat one-dimensional. The chashu is not too oily, which I personally like as it makes it easy to eat. The highlight of this place for me is the unique flavor of the wonton, which has a special meaty taste that I really enjoy. I find the wonton portion in the regular ramen to be a bit lacking, so I usually order extra wontons on the side. Overall, the food is decently tasty, but I felt a bit unsatisfied with the soup. I also noticed that the restaurant used to have long lines, but it seems to have decreased recently.

On May 28, 2023 (Sunday), I visited this restaurant for the first time after taking a break with my friends. This is the only branch in Tokyo of a renowned restaurant from Sakata, celebrating its 60th anniversary. Their specialty, the wonton wrapped in thin skin, is arguably the best in Japan. I arrived at 3:40 PM to find the restaurant not very crowded. I purchased a ticket for "Wonton Men" and when I handed it over at my seat, the ramen arrived in about 5 minutes. The light soy sauce broth had almost no oil floating on top, and on top of the glossy medium-thin noodles were slices of pork, wonton, bamboo shoots, and chopped green onions. When I tried the soup, I could taste the light soy sauce flavor, saltiness, and a rich umami depth. The broth seemed to be mainly chicken-based with dried seafood and kelp, with a hint of acidity from seafood enhancing the overall flavor profile. The soup had a natural sweetness, possibly from root vegetables or the essence of chopped green onions. The noodles were cooked al dente, with a smooth texture that absorbed the soup's umami, creating a subtle depth of flavor. The wonton, filled with a small amount of pork seasoned with soy sauce, had an incredibly thin and smooth skin that melted in the mouth. The pork slices were a bit tough and lacked juiciness, making it slightly challenging to taste the meat's umami. Overall, it was a traditional yet subtly impressive bowl of ramen, showcasing the expertise accumulated over the years. I plan to visit the main branch during my trip to Yamagata in mid-July, as I am eager to experience their original flavor. Thank you for the meal.

Wonton Men (with boiled egg) for 1,040 yen and draft beer for 500 yen.⠀ We headed to Mankotsu-san for their Wonton Men.⠀ I had visited once in September last year, but they were closed unexpectedly due to preparations for opening a new store in Aomori.⠀ Last week, when I visited a Seibu event, I saw that the main store from Yamagata, Mankotsu-san, was participating, so I decided it was time for a rematch.⠀ We arrived at 13:15 and there was no line outside. We were able to get in right away, which was perfect timing.⠀ I ordered the recommended Wonton Men with boiled egg and a beer. I resisted the temptation to order rice.⠀ As I sipped my beer and looked around at the various posters inside, I noticed a CD featuring Ramen Samurai. It was my first time seeing it live.⠀ Oh, I just realized that I could have asked for extra toppings when I ordered my meal. Oh well, I missed that opportunity.⠀ The dish arrived in 14 minutes.⠀ Wow! The soup had a strong flavor of dried sardines. The mellow soy sauce base was complemented by the distinct umami of the dried sardines.⠀ The noodles were chewy with a high water content. Ah, the richness of the soup and the texture of the noodles matched perfectly. I could keep drinking this soup forever.⠀ The wontons were also unique and incredibly delicious!⠀ The filling was small, but the wrapper was wide, allowing you to enjoy the filling first and then slurp up the long wrapper.⠀ Ah, this is so delicious.⠀ The soup was so good that I almost finished every drop.⠀ Thank you for the meal!

I tried the Wonton Men for 890 yen for the first time! I ordered the basic Wonton Men. The wonton wrappers are thin. The filling is about the size of a thumbnail, but the wontons seem big and fluffy. Everything is light and refreshing. The bowl was large and satisfying!

I visited the wonton noodle shop in Mitaka that I was curious about for a late lunch on Sunday. I had to wait for about 10 minutes before I could get in. I ordered the Char Siu Wonton Noodle (1040 yen). The restaurant is family-friendly, as they even have a children's ramen on their menu. The children's ramen with corn arrived first, followed by the Char Siu Wonton Noodle. The Char Siu was beautifully sliced in a spiral shape, and the wontons were hidden underneath. The soup was unexpectedly a Japanese-style broth with seafood flavor, which was comforting. The wontons had very thin skin and needed to be handled delicately to avoid tearing. They were smooth and elegant. I usually leave some soup behind, but this broth was so delicious that I finished it all. The children's ramen was also in soy sauce base and was consistently tasty. Even when leaving the restaurant, my companion was still happily talking about how delicious everything was, even though they couldn't differentiate between ramen and udon. It was a delightful experience from start to finish. Thank you for the meal!

Located about a 10-minute walk south from Mitaka Station. Purchase a food ticket at the ticket machine. Wonton noodles (with boiled egg) for 1040 yen. The shop may have been empty, but the staff even brought water to the table, which is usually self-service. Amazing service!! The wonton noodles were delicious. The soup, based on soy sauce, had depth and I didn't get tired of it until the end. The wontons were smooth and easy to eat. Considering the distance from Mitaka, it might be nice if it were a bit cheaper... but with the current high prices, the pricing may be just right. When leaving the shop, the staff kindly bid us farewell with a "thank you very much".

Mitsuki, a long-established Wan Tan Men shop in Sakata City, Yamagata Prefecture, celebrating its 60th anniversary, has opened a new store in Mitaka. Their ramen features thin-skinned Wan Tan that you can see through and a gentle, clear broth typical of Yamagata ramen. It is a truly comforting bowl of ramen, with a traditional and delicious taste. The thin-skinned Wan Tan is fluffy like water jelly, and the meat filling, though small, has a robust meaty flavor with a hint of pepper. The toppings include bamboo shoots, seasoned egg, and are all lightly seasoned. The broth is made from dried sardines, flying fish, and kelp, giving it a soothing and gentle flavor. In Tokyo, known for its unique and rich ramen flavors, the gentle taste of Tohoku ramen at Mitsuki in Mitaka feels refreshing and delicious. Mitaka is a nice place with its gentle traditional flavors. There are many ramen shops in Mitaka that often have long lines, so I had been hesitant to visit. However, I finally went on a weekday when I had the day off. I realized that if you take a day off on a weekday, you can actually visit popular ramen shops without much of a wait. It was a good discovery.

I had lunch in Mitaka City to support a friend's election campaign. I wanted to try a sushi restaurant, but they were all fully booked, so I ended up here. I had the Char Siu Wonton Noodle for 1040 yen. The wonton felt like a celestial maiden's robe. The soup was amazing with a rich flavor from the fish broth. The char siu was thinly sliced with low fat content. I think it was delicious. Thank you for the meal.