There were about 8 people lined up. I ordered ramen with extra chashu and quail eggs at Ramen Sho. Chashu → delicious, huge portion. Even without extra, it's like the regular amount at other shops. Soup → oily, with a lingering taste of caramel sauce. Noodles → curly and slightly soft, not powdery. The staff follows the rules of the shop and maintains a good pace. The flavor is strong. Customers who asked for a ladle were repeatedly told that they don't have one... The staff is diligent and professional, so there is a sense of security. It ranks high among Jiro-style ramen shops.

Small ramen for 850 yen, white negi for 110 yen. Vegetables, garlic, and oil toppings available. On a holiday, 8 people waiting in line before the opening at 9:25 am. The shop opened at 10:05 am, and the ramen was served at 10:35 am. This was my 6th visit in 2023. The delicious soup flavor soaked into the fluffy noodles was excellent. The white negi topping was also delicious. Thank you for the meal.

Today, I went to Nishidai in Itabashi Ward from the morning. I was planning to have Jiro for lunch. When I got off at Nishidai Station, I saw Jiro's yellow sign. I had eaten there before, but it was at a different location. I checked the time and it was 9:30 AM, but there was already a line forming. I thought about giving up for today, but then I saw that the restaurant was open! It turns out they open at 9:30 AM on Saturdays. I had to choose between work and Jiro, and I chose Jiro without hesitation. I decided to have a morning Jiro. I figured if I ate in the morning, I would be fine to work until the evening. I ordered a half-size with quail eggs. I couldn't handle the full-size anymore. I requested a bit more fat. The owner of the shop was very polite and even kind to foreigners. The Jiro arrived. It had been a while since I had authentic Jiro. The noodles were perfectly chewy. The pork was tender and delicious. Nishidai Jiro has its own unique characteristics when it comes to the pork. The soup was on the lighter side compared to other Jiro shops, which I personally liked. Even though I only had a half-size portion, it was a bit challenging to finish it all in the morning. I managed to finish it, but I was sweating a lot. I was satisfied with my Jiro experience after a long time. Thank you for the meal!

First time trying Ramen Jiro at Nishidai Station NSD(^-^) I ordered a small ramen with extra vegetables, a little garlic, and caramel sauce, plus half portion of ginger (with 2 quail eggs). The noodles were plentiful and had a satisfying texture. The soup, which could be described as both non-emulsified and emulsified, was very delicious. The highlight was definitely the pork, which was excellent. I will definitely be revisiting this place.

A few days ago, I decided to end a cold that had been lingering for about 2 weeks with garlic, so I went to a Jiro ramen shop for the first time in about 5 years. It was my first time at the Nishidai branch. It was a weekday, but there were 8 people in line, so I had to wait for 30 minutes. I added quail eggs, green onions, and ginger as extra toppings. I also bought black oolong tea. I had studied online beforehand, so when asked "Would you like garlic?" I replied yes, with vegetables, garlic, and oil. It seems you're supposed to call out your order, but I was nervous and my voice wasn't loud enough, so I was lightly scolded for saying "I can't hear you!" It was delicious, but the size was mini, and I managed to finish it somehow, but my stomach was so full that I ended up with a lot of indigestion, maybe due to my age. I wonder if I'll be okay without going to a Jiro-style ramen shop for the next few years. #Ramen #Jiro #Itabashi #Nishidai #Sauna #SoloActivities #SoloDrinking #Camp #Outdoor #SoloCamp #SaunaMeal #Gourmet #Beer

Ramen Jiro (Nishidai Ekimae branch) - One order of ramen with coarse ground chili pepper, white pepper, soy sauce base, red vinegar, and Sichuan pepper. The basic menu includes ramen, SK (half or quarter portions available), and soupless noodles. Noodle servings are larger than average, with small being equivalent to 2 regular bowls, and less being 2 bowls. No noodle firmness options available. Free toppings include vegetables, garlic, oil, and caramelized toppings. Toppings can be requested just before serving, and adjustments can be made when purchasing the meal ticket. Only accepts 1000 yen bills, so prepare exact change. Limited seating with 11 counter seats available. No tissues or ladles provided (except for green onions and ginger). No smoking allowed inside. No parking available, but coin-operated parking lots nearby. Wait for staff to call you in if there is a line. When waiting inside or at the front of the line, be prepared to decide on noodle servings, soupless noodles, SK, or quail eggs. Purchase meal tickets after the line has moved forward. Wear a mask when conversing inside the restaurant. Revisited in September 2023 - Ordered half portion ramen with a little garlic, extra white onions, and half portion ginger. A must-try for those who enjoy the taste of white onions!

Ramen [Jiro] Nishidai Station Front Store Flavor: Spicy chili, Coarsely ground chili, White pepper, Soy sauce, Red vinegar, Sichuan pepper Basic menu: Ramen, SK (half portion, 1/4 also available), Soupless noodles Noodle quantity: Small is equivalent to 2 regular ramen servings, Few is 2 servings, Half is large, Mini is 1 serving, Large is 3 servings Noodle firmness cannot be adjusted (currently unavailable all day) Free toppings: Vegetables, Garlic, Oil, Chili oil Topping requests should be made just before serving, if you want something reduced or soupless, inform when ordering (only accepts 1000 yen bills), prepare small change if possible Only 11 counter seats (basic groupings are 6, 5, 6, 5...) No tissues, No ladles (ladles are provided for green onions and ginger) No smoking inside, No parking (coin parking available nearby) If there is a line, wait for the staff to call you in before entering When waiting inside or at the front of the line, you will be asked about noodle quantity, soupless, SK, and quail egg, so decide beforehand Buy your meal ticket at the ticket machine after the line has moved (see waiting instructions) If conversing inside, wear a mask Revisited in September 2023 Soupless half portion 850 yen + a little garlic + green onions 110 yen + egg 60 yen It's been a while since I had soupless noodles and eggs, so delicious!

Ramen Jiro Nishidai Ekimae Store One serving of ramen at Jiro Nishidai Ekimae Store comes with a unique blend of flavors including coarse ground chili pepper, white pepper, soy sauce base, red vinegar, and Sichuan pepper. The basic menu items include ramen, SK (half portion, quarter portion also available), and soupless noodles. When ordering, keep in mind that a small serving is equivalent to at least two regular servings, a smaller portion is two servings, a half portion is a large serving, and a mini portion is one serving. The noodles cannot be cooked firm. Toppings such as vegetables, garlic, oil, and caramelized toppings are available for free. Make any topping requests just before your order is served. Payment is made using a food ticket (only accepts 1,000 yen bills), so prepare exact change if possible. The counter has only 11 seats available, and there is no tissue or ladle provided (except for green onions and ginger). The restaurant is non-smoking and does not have a parking lot, but there are coin-operated parking lots nearby. If there is a line, wait for the staff to call you in before entering. When waiting inside or outside the restaurant, you will be asked about your noodle portion, soupless option, SK, and quail egg preference, so decide in advance. Purchase your food ticket only after the line has moved forward (refer to the waiting instructions posted). Remember to wear a mask when conversing inside the restaurant. On my revisit in August 2023, I ordered a half portion of ramen for 830 yen, with a little garlic and green onions for an additional 110 yen each. The quail egg I added had a delicious flavor that really enhanced the dish.

Ramen [Jiro] Nishidai Station Front Store Spicy, Coarsely Ground Red Pepper, White Pepper, Soy Sauce, Red Vinegar, Sichuan Pepper Basic menu includes Ramen, SK (half, quarter also available), Soupless noodles Noodle quantity: Small is equivalent to 2 regular ramen servings, Few is 2, Half is extra large, Mini is 1, Large is 3 Noodles cannot be made firm (currently all day) Free toppings: Vegetables, Garlic, Oil, Chili Pepper Toppings can be requested just before serving, if you want something reduced or soupless, mention when purchasing the ticket (only accepts 1000 yen bills), prepare small change if possible Only 11 counter seats (basic lot is 6, 5, 6, 5...) No tissues, no ladles (ladles are provided for leeks and ginger) No smoking inside, no parking (coin parking available nearby) If there is a line, wait for the staff to call you in from inside When waiting inside or at the front of the store, you will be asked about noodle quantity, soupless, SK, and quail egg, so decide beforehand Buy your ticket at the ticket machine after the line has moved forward (see the waiting instructions) If you want to talk inside the store, wear a mask August 2023 Revisit: Soupless half 850 yen + a little garlic + half ginger 110 yen Because of the tray, even half portion was filling♪

I went to a ramen shop in Nishidai! This time, I ordered "ramen small," "soupless," "white leek," "quail eggs," and "egg" with the call for "all." Nishidai Jiro's soupless ramen apparently uses sesame oil, and since I was impressed by the soupless ramen at Kan'nai Jiro last time, my expectations were high. When the bowl arrived, I could see that the white leek and seaweed were served separately. [Soup] The non-emulsified soup has the unique flavor of Jiro's soy sauce pork bone broth, and the expected aroma and richness of sesame oil come through gently afterwards. [Noodles] The noodles are quite soft. I had expected this to some extent since it's Jiro, but they might be a bit too soft... and it seems you can't specify the firmness when ordering. [Vegetables] The crunchy bean sprouts and cabbage have a high cabbage ratio. I thought the bottle on the table was Kaeshi, so I tried pouring it, but it turned out to be black vinegar. [Chashu] The chashu block is a size I haven't seen in a while, and it's incredibly delicious. It's like heavenly pork. The white leeks were finely chopped, not in the form of white hair. Also, the shop manager is kind of scary. We were fine, but his attitude was quite intimidating if you answered his questions wrong. I probably won't be back. Visit Shop: Ramen Jiro Nishidai Ekimae Shop Address: 3-9-7 Hasunone, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo Access: 191m from Nishidai Station Business Hours: [Mon, Tue, Thu] 11:00-13:30, 17:30-21:00 [Wed] 11:00-13:30 [Fri] 11:00-13:30, 17:30-20:30 [Sat] 9:30-12:30 Closed: Sundays, Holidays Instagram: N/A Order: - Ramen Small 850 yen - Soupless 20 yen - White Leek 110 yen - Quail Eggs 110 yen - Egg 60 yen Call: All Business Hours: [Mon, Tue, Thu] 11:00-13:30, 17:30-21:00 [Wed] 11:00-13:30 [Fri] 11:00-13:30, 17:30-20:30 [Sat] 9:30-12:30 Closed: Sundays, Holidays Instagram: N/A Arrival Time and Waiting Status: Saturday (☀️) 11:33 Arrival, about 13 people waiting 12:28 Bowl arrival Departure time: Closing time #Please follow #Noodlestagram #Noodlestagrammer #RamenJiro Nishidai Ekimae Shop #NishidaiJiro #Ramen #Tsukemen #Aburasoba #SouplessRamen #JiroStyle #TokyoRamen #NishidaiRamen #Tabelog 3.67 #You don't give points to Jiro-style #Want to connect with ramen lovers #Gourmet #Delicious #Yummy #Tasty #NoodleActivity #RamenActivity #noodle #ramen #food #japan #delicious #instafood

- Ordered item: Tenko Shouname (Yasai Ninniku Karami) - Dish: Isn't "wheat-heavy" the most accurate description? Shouname is not really "small amount." Shouname noodles are equivalent to two regular ramen servings at other shops. About 300-350g. It's like three servings of pork, heading straight for the path of gluttony (lol). In other shops, this would be considered extra pork level. Making it karami (spicy) really takes Jiro to the next level! It's definitely better to have it richer.

The long weekend is over today. I didn't have any special plans, so I decided to relax at home. For lunch, I went to Jiro Ramen! I arrived at 10 am for the 11 am opening, just in time to secure a spot in the fast-moving line. At 10:20, the owner Hiroshi welcomed me in, as always opening a bit early. I ordered a small ramen with no broth, with extra toppings of egg, vegetables, and pork fat. Today, I was in the mood for brothless ramen. When I arrived at the shop, I noticed that it was being run by two assistants, as Hiroshi was away. This was my first time at the Nishidai location. The sesame oil flavor was strong and delicious. The broth was light, slightly sweet, and a bit thick. It was perfect even without the broth. I enjoyed experimenting with the flavors by adding Sichuan pepper and black pepper. Halfway through the meal, I cracked the egg and mixed it in, creating a rich and indulgent taste. The pork was as tasty as always. Towards the end, I added some vinegar and soy sauce for extra flavor. The vegetables were crunchy and added a nice contrast to the dish. Overall, it was delicious. Thank you for the meal. The brothless ramen really highlighted the quality of the noodles. Next time, I will try the regular ramen.

First visit. I had some time during the Bon holidays to make a little trip to Jiro. I arrived around 11 o'clock, and since I had the impression that the rules for waiting in line at Nishi-Dai 8 were well established, I did thorough research beforehand and joined the line. Surprisingly, the turnover was quick, and I was guided to the inner waiting area in about 15 minutes. I ordered a ramen with less noodles (850 yen), soupless option (20 yen), and raw egg (60 yen). I quickly sat down, and 5 minutes later, my bowl arrived. I ordered extra garlic and oil. I started with the oil and vegetables. The oil was solid and sweet, and the vegetables included a decent amount of cabbage. When mixed with the shredded pork I saw on the side, it was incredibly delicious. I was a bit intimidated by the amount of garlic I ordered, but when I flipped the bowl over, the noodles were delightfully soft. I had ordered less noodles, but it was still a decent amount. The soup (sauce) had a strong oyster sauce flavor, different from the default soupless ramen in Ichinoe, with its own unique taste. Delicious. The pork, rumored to be divine, was incredibly tender, but I felt the seasoning was a bit light. Overall, the quality was high, and I was very satisfied. The unique seasoning might not be to everyone's taste, especially those who prefer the default ramen flavor.

On this day, I visited Ramen Jiro Nishidai Ekimae Store for the 13th time! Visit date: 2023.08.10 (Thursday) Sunny 31°C After work, ramen! I had decided to go on this day, so I dashed to Nishidai Jiro! Since around spring this year, the night business on Mondays and Tuesdays has been discontinued, so my chances of going personally have decreased significantly... I hurried after work to get there! The location is a 1-minute walk from Nishidai Station. I arrived to find a full house with about 15 people waiting outside! I thought it might be because of the summer vacation, but then I realized that the next day was the start of a 3-day weekend for everyone! The line was long after a while, with about 20-25 people following. The line gradually moved, and after about 30 minutes, I entered the store. I bought a meal ticket at the entrance! I ordered "Soupless Ramen + Small Portion of Ramen + Raw Egg" this time. In the past, "half" was my personal preferred amount, but this time I decided to try "small" after a long time. I sat at the counter, which has 11 seats, and received my meal ticket. Water is self-service, and the staff work in pairs. It seems that due to the summer vacation period, there were many regular customers, and the owner kept up the fast service while enjoying conversations. I received the "raw egg" and the seaweed that comes with the soupless ramen. After a while, my order was confirmed, and I asked for "less garlic." Soon, the ramen was served! Overall, it looked like this: "Soupless Ramen + Small Portion of Ramen + Raw Egg." Despite being slightly more than expected, I decided to enjoy it! I started with the vegetables. The shredded pork-like meat mixed with the vegetables was delicious! I mixed the soupless sauce well with the noodles. The noodles were homemade, thick with a wavy texture, cooked to a soft and chewy texture with a rich wheat flavor. The soupless sauce had a unique richness like chili oil, different from regular ramen soup. When mixed with the noodles, it was incredibly delicious! The pork pieces were tender and full of flavor. I enjoyed changing the flavor by dipping the raw egg and sprinkling the shredded seaweed on top of the noodles. As I reached the end, the flavor intensified, and the soupless ramen at Nishidai Jiro was truly a masterpiece in recent years. I was a bit worried about the "small" portion, but it was so delicious that I finished it in about 10 minutes! I expressed my gratitude and left the store. Oh, it was delicious! Thanks for the meal! Well, it was a delicious day! Due to work reasons, I may not be able to come back soon, but I definitely want to eat this ramen again! Today was another happy day! Thanks for the meal! ➤➤➤ I will upload the blog post later!!

Ramen [Jiro] Nishidai Station Front Store Basic menu includes ramen, SK (half or quarter also available), soup-less noodles Noodle quantity: Small is equivalent to 2 regular ramen portions, Less is equivalent to 2 portions, Half is large serving, Mini is 1 portion, Large is equivalent to 3 portions Noodle firmness cannot be adjusted (all day) Free toppings include vegetables, garlic, oil, and green onions Toppings can be requested just before serving, if you want something reduced or soup-less, inform when purchasing the ticket (only accepts 1000 yen bills), prepare small change if possible Only 11 counter seats available (seating arrangement is 6-5-6-5...) No tissues, no ladles (ladles are provided for green onions and ginger) No smoking inside the store, no parking lot (coin parking available nearby) If there is a line, wait for the staff to call you in before entering When waiting inside or at the front of the store, you will be asked about noodle quantity, soup-less option, SK, and quail eggs so decide beforehand Buy the ticket at the ticket machine after the line has progressed (refer to the waiting instructions displayed) If conversing inside the store, wear a mask August 2023 Revisit: Soup-less Half 850 yen + a little garlic + green onions 110 yen + quail eggs 110 yen The quail eggs are properly heated and delicious♪

Small ramen for 850 yen with extra ginger for 110 yen. Includes vegetables, garlic, and oil. On a weekday, 5 people were waiting outside the store at 9:55 am. The store opened at 10:10 am, and the ramen was served at 10:35 am. This was my 5th visit in 2023. The delicious soup paired with the fluffy noodles made for an excellent bowl of ramen. Thank you for the meal.

On Saturdays, Jiro Nishidai opens only from 9:30 am and usually stops accepting new customers around noon. I arrived at 10:05 am on a Saturday and there were 5 people waiting inside and 13 people waiting outside, totaling 18 people waiting. The owner manages all the seating arrangements, so it's best not to act on your own. Once you're called to enter the restaurant, you purchase your meal ticket from the machine. The counter has 11 seats, and they serve customers in groups of 6 and 5. There's a photo of the Jiro Ramen owners' New Year's party hanging above the seats, showing an impressive lineup of owners. The turnover is fast, and I was seated within 35 minutes of lining up. In less than 5 minutes, my order of Ramen with extra vegetables, garlic, and oil (small size with additional spicy oil) was ready. I added the spicy oil because I like spicy food, and it really enhanced the flavor. The vegetables were crunchy, and the noodles were soft, which paired well with the spicy broth. The spicy oil at the bottom of the bowl intensified the heat towards the end of the meal. The Sichuan pepper on the table was a great addition for flavor enhancement. I regret not ordering extra vegetables because the standard portion was quite generous, but I managed to finish my meal, feeling completely satisfied but unable to move. Overall, it was delicious! Thank you for the meal.

Arrived at 8:30. Second lot obtained! Then, the owner Hiroshi said, "Please enjoy." Huh? The store was supposed to open at 9:30, but it opened at 8:30. However, early arriving customers were kindly asked to wait inside the cool store. The noodles started boiling at 9:15. (Still early!) Ordered a small ramen with half the noodles and extra pork (vegetables, fat). The intention was to enjoy the Nishidai pork by reducing the noodles. However, it seems like it's not exactly half the noodles. I remember the owner mentioning before, "Even though it's half the noodles, it's not actually half." But still, it might be more than half. I'll gratefully accept it! The vegetables are on the mild side, but it feels like there's a higher cabbage ratio than usual. Or maybe it's just my imagination. The texture of the noodles is not too soft, but just right. Served with sweet fat and red vinegar. The pork consisted of 2 chunks and 4 thick slices. It was intense but delicious, offering a satisfying eating experience! The noodles are pale in color, slightly twisted, flat, and thick. I've been coming here since the previous, or even before that, establishment, and it has evolved. It seems like they are doing some research. The soup is lightly emulsified. There's no disappointment here, just a consistently delicious taste. Thank you for the meal. The quality remains stable, and the price increase is not a concern at all!

Ramen with less garlic and oil for 850 yen. Green onions for 110 yen, egg for 60 yen, quail egg for 110 yen. There are different types of Jiro ramen, some with emulsified soup and some with non-emulsified soup. This time, the Jiro ramen at Nishidai Ekimae shop had a light non-emulsified soup. The soup was light with a hint of pork broth, and the toppings were plentiful, allowing for customization. The noodles were slightly thinner than standard Jiro noodles, and had a nice chewy texture. The vegetables consisted mainly of bean sprouts and cabbage, with a good crunchiness. The pork was large and well-seasoned, while the quail egg topping was plain. Overall, the experience was enjoyable and I look forward to trying spicier toppings next time.