There is a shop on the back street of Ginza SIX. It is currently bustling with inbound customers, with foreigners lining up both on weekdays and holidays. This time, I ordered the rich and flavorful ramen. You can choose the firmness of the noodles from 6 to 7 levels, from extra firm to soft. My preference is medium firmness. It's not surprisingly amazing, but it has a memorable taste and high level of completion that makes me crave it occasionally. The option to add extra noodles for 100 yen is great.

About 30 years ago, I used to frequent a ramen shop called "Jangara" where I enjoyed their light tonkotsu ramen. However, the most impressive dish was their "Bonshan" - a rich and creamy tonkotsu soup that was incredibly addictive. I used to visit the shop frequently because of it. Nowadays, ramen tastes have become more diverse and specialized, so I was curious to see how the "Bonshan" would taste if I tried it again. On this particular day, there was no line for the ramen, unlike the usual long queue of foreign visitors. I ordered the "Bonshan" for 880 yen, which was more expensive than I remembered. The restaurant was bustling with foreign customers. The ramen arrived shortly, with simple Hakata-style noodles and a creamy tonkotsu soup that was rich in flavor and incredibly delicious. The noodles were thin and straight, a classic Hakata style, but slightly softer than I prefer even though I had ordered them firm. The toppings included pork belly chashu, chopped green onions, and thinly sliced wood ear mushrooms - just the right amount for me. The combination of noodles, soup, and toppings was perfect, and the sesame seeds and spicy mustard greens on the table added an extra layer of flavor. I enjoyed the meal and felt that the essence of Jangara Ramen lies in their rich and creamy "Bonshan" ramen.

It had been many years since my last visit. There was always a long line every day that would make you hesitant to wait, but today, with a typhoon approaching, there was only one person in line, so I decided to go in. There were several types of soup available, but I ordered the classic Hakata soup with a seasoned egg for 1000 yen. The Hakata ramen was served quickly as expected. Most of the customers were foreigners, with only two groups of Japanese people present. Ginza seems to be a foreigner-friendly area, with some halal ramen options available. The ramen was delicious as always, and I couldn't resist ordering an extra serving of noodles for 150 yen. I don't know when I'll be able to come back again, but thank you for the meal.

I waited in line for about 30 minutes. There were a lot of foreigners, it seems. I ordered the all-in-one bowl with extra green onions. I even went for a second helping of noodles. My stomach is so full now, but it was delicious until the end! The visual appeal is great, definitely worth the wait. I want to go again!

I am a fan of Keanu Reeves from The Matrix. I tried the "Kobonshan" ramen that he apparently ate when he visited Japan. A ramen similar to Keanu's... As a fan, my expectations were high for no reason. I have been eating a lot of house-style ramen recently, but as someone from Kyushu, I felt a flutter in my DNA. It was delicious... The thin noodles typical of tonkotsu ramen, wild meat, and mentaiko. Isn't this the best? It's conveniently located behind GINZA SIX, so I will definitely visit again. I went around 3 PM on a weekday and there were only a few customers who seemed to be office workers, so entering was smooth. The taste that Keanu also ate, good. It was around 1,300 yen.

After a long meeting, I suddenly felt like eating tonkotsu ramen, so I didn't hesitate to go in. When I eat tonkotsu ramen, I always order the noodles firm, sprinkle plenty of sesame seeds, and ask for extra spicy pickled mustard greens. Tonkotsu ramen is really delicious, isn't it?

"I had the 'Kobonshan Kakuniku' ramen. It was different from the typical Hakata ramen with white broth, and it was delicious. However, there was a long line mainly consisting of foreigners, maybe due to the Keanu Reeves effect, but it wasn't that bad. I think it's fine to go when there's a shorter wait time. (laughs)"

I visited the restaurant on Friday at 6 pm. There was usually a line, but I only had to wait for one person and was seated right away. There were many foreigners, and they were able to accommodate English speakers. I wanted to try the Chagalla Special, but I had plans to eat somewhere else, so I opted for the tsukemen. It was delicious!

In the middle of Ginza, there are many foreigners. The restaurant was full, with about 70% of the customers being foreigners. The staff were amazing, speaking multiple languages. The ramen is tonkotsu-based, with options ranging from light to rich. I ordered the light version with all toppings, but I was surprised by the price. The soup had a perfect flavor with mentaiko, and the chashu was delicious. It was a satisfying and delicious ramen. Thank you for the meal.

On a regular day after 9:00 PM, the restaurant was full. I waited outside for about 5 minutes. Ginza is always crowded with foreign tourists, even during the day or night. It's hard to find Japanese people there, haha. I ordered the "Karabon Harigane" for 940 yen. Last time I had the "Bonshan," so this time I tried the "Karabon," which I assume means it's spicier. It was ready in less than 5 minutes. The soup was... oh, spicy, haha. But it felt like the Bonshan's unique flavor was less prominent, and they focused more on the spiciness. It was delicious, but I remember it being more flavorful. The noodles were the usual thick straight noodles, not the thin yellow ones. It was good, but I feel like it could have had more depth of flavor. I don't know, haha.

On a scorching hot Sunday, I lounged at home while my wife made some snacks to enjoy with sake and caught up on the missed episodes of this season's TV dramas on Tver. Feeling like stepping out for a bit in the early evening, I decided to visit the popular ramen shop "Kagari" in Ginza after having visited "Hachigo" for two consecutive days. As expected, there was a huge line with about a 2-hour wait time. It seems like all the popular shops in Ginza have become accustomed to having a 2-hour wait time... So, I headed to "Kyushu Jangara," a chain ramen shop located in Akasaka near my office and in Ginza near my home. Surprisingly, it was my first visit, as I had been avoiding it due to its chain store-like image compared to Ippudo. It was a Sunday around 5 pm, and I waited for about 10 minutes before placing my order. I ordered the "Bonshan Zenbu-iri" for 1430 yen, which includes toppings like seasoned egg, pork slices, and mentaiko. I chose the Hakata-style creamy "rich tonkotsu soup" with thin noodles and asked for them to be cooked "firm." The soup was rich and delicious. I also tried the "Karabon" for 1490 yen, which is the "Bonshan" with added spiciness. It had a rich and slightly spicy flavor with a blend of over ten types of spices. Both the "Bonshan" and "Karabon" had thin Hakata-style tonkotsu noodles, which I finished in no time. Of course, I ordered an extra serving of noodles for 150 yen and enjoyed using the various condiments on the table, such as pickled ginger, extra sauce for the noodles, and vinegar. Personally, I found the "Zenbu-iri" set to be relatively expensive, so instead of ordering extra noodles, I thought of trying the rice for 130 yen next time and creating my original "Bonshan donburi" with seasoned egg, pork slices, mentaiko, pickled ginger, and extra sauce. The pork slices were delicious and had a generous portion that could easily go with a bowl of rice. The Kyushu tonkotsu ramen at this popular spot in Ginza, where Keanu Reeves recently visited, is undeniably tasty!

Foreigners usually line up to eat here. When I was in junior high, I used to eat Jangara ramen a lot, but I prefer Bonshan ramen. Today, I ordered the all-in-one ramen but left out the braised pork. I like to add rice and eat it. If you put too much pickled mustard greens, it becomes hard to eat.

Around 11:00 on a regular day, I was able to get a seat easily, but it was about 80% full, mostly with foreign visitors. I ordered the "Bonchan Harigane" for 880 yen, I think. I thought the thin noodles would be quick to cook, but it took a while, maybe because they were busy with orders. I waited for about 10 minutes. The soup... I didn't feel any significant changes compared to my last visit, but looking back, it feels like the Bonchan I used to know is different. Nevertheless, it was delicious (*^^*). I enjoyed changing the taste with spicy pickled greens, spicy spices, and garlic. I finished off with pickled ginger. This time, I didn't get an extra serving of noodles, which is rare for me. The staff were normal. Ginza is full of foreign visitors, even the famous brand stores had lines before opening. It's understandable, Japan is now considered a safe and affordable country. I wonder how the term "nuhara" is perceived nowadays? There were only Asian customers inside the restaurant. I slurped up my noodles with gusto, haha.

The "Kyushu Jangara Ramen Ginza Store" is usually crowded with foreigners, making it difficult to pass by. However, when I passed by for a late lunch, there was no line. I decided to have lunch with a bowl of ramen and a beer. I ordered my noodles firm, thinking they would come quickly, but they didn't. Even though there was no one else waiting for their food around me. As I was wondering if I needed another beer, my ramen finally arrived. I quickly finished my meal, had a drink, and left the restaurant. It was a satisfying meal.

Visited around 9 PM on Saturday. Waited in line for about 30 minutes. (All nearby ramen shops were also crowded) The menu has a wide variety of options, so I thought about it while waiting in line. The soup was rich. Be careful not to put too much of the spicy pickled vegetables on the table! The portion size is not very large, so it seems like a good place to stop by after a drinking party.

I visited the Ginza store for the first time and was surprised to see that more than half of the people lining up were foreigners. I waited in line for about 15 minutes, so I think it might be tough in the summer. The inside of the shop is a bit narrow, but from being seated to paying the bill, the flow is very smooth.

A shop that was popular 20 years ago. It was a pioneer of Kyushu ramen in Tokyo. The soup and noodles have not changed much since then, but the braised pork belly, which was their specialty, was so hard that it was almost inedible. The same goes for the chashu. As a fan, it is sad, but I hope that they will provide a satisfactory dish again someday. Tender braised pork belly on ramen is truly irresistible, isn't it?

Visited the famous ramen chain Kyushu Jangara Ginza store in Ginza. I had the "Kobonshan Zenbuiri" for 1,430 yen, which had various toppings including chashu, mentaiko, and seasoned egg. The flavor was not too strong, just right for a ramen. I heard that Keanu Reeves came in disguise, so I was excited to go. There were many foreigners in line. They also had menu options like vegan ramen for international customers.

It was really amazing. Kyushu Jangara Ramen. The soup is just so delicious. Today, the noodles were very soft. Normal → Soft. Firm → Normal. The char siu in ramen is not something I usually eat, but here it is surprisingly tender and tasty! It's quite large so I couldn't finish it all. Since there is no Jangara nearby, I'll definitely visit again when I'm in Ginza or Harajuku and feeling a bit hungry!

I tried the "Kobonshan Zenbuniri" ramen with rice for 1430 yen. The Kumamoto tonkotsu broth had a crispy burnt garlic oil on top. I heard that Keanu Reeves had visited this place incognito, so I wanted to check it out! The soup itself had a strong burnt garlic oil flavor, which may be a bit overwhelming, but by adding all the toppings, you can change up the taste and enjoy it until the end.