I visited a restaurant in Tokyo for dinner, belonging to the "My Way of Living" group. The energetic and polite service was very pleasant, and the detailed explanation of the menu was appreciated. I ordered the 300g ramen for 900 yen with extra garlic, extra fat, and an additional raw egg for 100 yen. The extra fat was served separately in a dish with seasoned fat, a style I had seen before but was experiencing for the first time and looking forward to. The portion of pork was huge! The combination of the large pork and 300g of noodles for 900 yen offered great value. The soup was a strong salted pork bone soy sauce, with a slightly emulsified texture rather than fully emulsified. The seasoning was sharp, complementing the thick, wavy noodles well, which I personally love. The noodles had a great flavor on their own within the soup, making it very delicious. The large pork had a firm texture and a mild seasoning, best enjoyed by dipping it in the soup before eating. I also tried dipping the noodles in the separate fat dish, which was delicious, and mixing the raw egg with the noodles for a sukiyaki-like experience, which was also tasty. The addition of minced ginger in the table condiments was fantastic, and adding it enhanced the flavor. There were various enjoyable ways to eat the dish, and I left very satisfied. It was incredibly delicious!

Ramen small size for 950 yen. I ordered garlic only. It said if you order extra pork fat, it comes in a separate dish so I didn't get it, but the default amount was surprisingly small. The garlic was quite chunky and spicy. The vegetables were very soft and the soup was quite strong, but I like it that way. The noodles were firm, and even though the small size is 150g, the pork was quite large so getting the regular 300g of noodles might be a bit much. I finished it at 80% full. It was a difficult amount to decide on when ordering, but I quite liked the taste.

This was my fourth visit to the restaurant. I have tried their ramen before, but today I found out on Twitter that they have miso ramen, so I decided to try that. I also wanted to try it without broth, so I purchased a ticket for ramen with no broth and miso. The service was as polite as ever. They asked me if I wanted any toppings, so I requested less garlic and extra pork fat. The miso ramen came with a delicious pork miso topping on top of the vegetables. It was really tasty! The pork miso had a strong flavor typical of miso ramen, and when I added some pork fat and ate it with the vegetables, the tonkotsu flavor became more prominent, reminding me of Jiro-style ramen. I mixed everything well and enjoyed the noodles. The miso soup had a strong miso flavor, with a hint of spices that are unique to miso ramen. Adding extra pork fat brought out the tonkotsu flavor even more, giving it a Jiro-style ramen taste. I also tried sprinkling some shichimi spice on top, which added a nice kick. The brothless miso ramen had less broth, as expected, but I found it to be a great combination of miso and Jiro-style ramen flavors.

The pork ramen without soup was amazing with three slices of pork, a generous portion of noodles, and a flavorful broth. I've been really into Jiro-style ramen lately, and this one did not disappoint. Even though I didn't add extra vegetables this time, it was still delicious. I'll definitely add more vegetables next time. This time, there were 300g of vegetables included.

Visited at 9:00 pm. The restaurant was full with 2 people waiting outside. There are 10 seats at the counter. The height of the counter and the chairs don't quite match. The soup is on the sweeter side with a creamy consistency. The noodles are soft, almost chewy. The pork slices are very large and thick, but lacking in both melt-in-your-mouth and crispy textures. However, the dish is still very satisfying due to its impactful flavors. The garlic is roughly chopped, so be careful as it can be quite spicy when you bite into a larger piece. If you order extra fat, it will be served in a separate dish, but personally, I prefer it to be drizzled on top. The restaurant is open from 11:00 am to 12:00 am and operates every day of the year. Around 9:30 pm, it starts to get less crowded, so it should be easier to get a seat around that time.

I visited the newly opened Jiro-style ramen shop "Ore no Ikiru Michi Ueno" on May 3, 2023! It's quite confident of them to open a shop just 30 meters away from the Jiro-style "Butayama Ueno" shop... The location is a 2-3 minute walk from JR "Okachimachi" station south exit. Upon entering, you first purchase a meal ticket from the machine. The default "Ramen 1,000 yen" comes with 300g of noodles. "Ramen Small 950 yen" comes with 150g of noodles, and "Ramen Large 1,150 yen" comes with 500g of noodles. It seems there was a 100 yen price increase starting from September. The toppings include soy sauce, vinegar, chili pepper, black pepper, and ginger at the counter. The familiar free toppings in Jiro-style ramen are "garlic, vegetables, oil," with options for "none, light, regular, extra," and "extra extra" for an additional 150 yen. Just before the ramen is served, there is a call time! The vegetables are standardly portioned, with a generous amount of thick solid oil topping the noodles. The extra oil comes in a separate dish. The garlic call adds a spoonful of garlic. The pork slices are thick and generously sized. First, the soup! Despite the light emulsification, the flavor intensifies with the addition of the base broth. The thick curly noodles have a great chewy texture that absorbs the soup well. The vegetables are mostly bean sprouts, with a crunchy and slightly sweet taste. Mixing the soup and oil enhances the deliciousness. The pork is reasonably tender and pairs well with the sauce. Adding soy sauce to the extra oil on the side brings out a richer flavor. Eating the noodles and vegetables in an oil-free style enhances the taste. Adding the chopped ginger topping midway adds a fresh touch. While the standard 300g of noodles may seem typical, it provides a satisfying fullness. Other customers seemed to have a high rate of ordering "soupless" ramen. Nearby is the Jiro-style "Butayama," so both shops can continue to improve and compete with each other. Thank you for the meal!

I revisited "My Path of Life" in Ueno. There were 3 people waiting in line at 22:30, but I was lucky to be seated right away. Last time, the ramen was just passable, so this time I decided to try the soupless ramen. I ordered the soupless ramen (300g) for 1000 yen and was asked if I wanted to add mustard, which I agreed to. I opted for less vegetables, garlic, and oil. The normal serving of soupless ramen is 300g, with a small size available for 150g at a 50 yen discount. I also added a raw egg for 100 yen. While waiting, I checked out the condiments on the table, such as red pepper, black pepper, ginger, ramen sauce, vinegar, etc. All the customers were men and there were 2 staff members in the kitchen. The dish arrived after a short wait. The presentation was modest due to the fewer vegetables, but the amount of garlic was extraordinary! Perhaps I should have asked for less garlic in the soupless version. I remembered regretting the excessive garlic in the ramen last time. The mustard was wasabi-style. The oil was served in a separate dish. The noodles were thick and curly. I felt they could have used a bit less water content in the ramen, but in the soupless version, these noodles shined. They were delicious. I felt like the 300g portion was actually quite filling. The seasoning was just right, not too salty or too bland. The soupless ramen with fewer vegetables was excellent! However, the excessive garlic was overpowering and too spicy! I should have asked for less garlic. It must be cheap imported garlic causing this intensity. The excessive spiciness is not good for the stomach. The oil dip was amazing! It was like a dipping oil for noodles. But it was overpowering quickly. However, the savior was the raw egg! It added a mildness that made everything gentle and soothing. And the pork. It was thick and tender! Divine pork! It was delicious. But I was stuffed afterwards. People who order extra pork are amazing. One slice was enough for me. Overall, the soupless ramen was definitely better than the regular ramen. With fewer vegetables, less garlic, and extra oil, I would rate it 3.8 out of 5. It was delicious. I have a feeling it will get even better. The best combination might be fewer vegetables, a little garlic, and skipping the extra oil. I will skip the extra oil next time. If I'm drinking, I'll go for the small size, and if it's a meal, I'll stick with the normal serving of soupless ramen. Either way, I have become a fan of the soupless ramen over the regular ramen. Thank you for the meal. 2023.09

"Ore no Ikiru Michi Ueno Branch (Tokyo/Ueno)" Tokyo, Taito-ku, Ueno 3-23-3. Limited "Ore Michi Ice Special ¥1,200" available. Located near JR Okachimachi Station, on the first floor of a mixed-use building, this Jiro-inspired shop opened on May 3, 2023. It is a branch of "Ore no Ikiru Michi Shirayama Branch," which was originally part of the famous "Yume wo Katare" Jiro-inspired shop in Kansai. The shop has expanded to a total of 6 locations in Tokyo and Chiba, with a hit in the "delivery ramen" category. On a scorching hot day, feeling hungry but wanting something refreshing, I decided to order the "Ore Michi Ice Special." I chose garlic oil for the call. The sauce had a refreshing acidity like a cold noodle dish. The noodles were firm and chewy thick noodles. I have tried many Jiro-inspired cold noodle dishes, and this one had a particularly good balance between the noodles and the sauce. Toppings included pork, shredded egg, green onions, cherry tomatoes, watercress, bean sprouts, garlic, and a side of extra oil. The bean sprouts were coated in a mayo-based sauce, adding a junk food vibe when mixed in. The extra oil could be dipped in with the noodles or poured on top. Mixing the garlic into the noodles made me realize that I was truly experiencing a Jiro-style dish for the first time. It was a delicious and refreshing Jiro-style cold noodle dish that was easy to enjoy. Thank you for the feast. #Ore no Ikiru Michi #Jiro-inspired #Jiro-style #Ramen Jiro #Ramen #RamenInstagram #RamenInstagrammer #Want to connect with ramen lovers #Want to connect with ramen enthusiasts #Ramen Club #Ramen Patrol #Ramen Tour #GourmetInstagram #ramen #japanesefood #Ueno Ramen #Okachimachi Ramen #Ryumen Tokyo #Ryumen Taito-ku #Ryumen Okachimachi #Ryumen Ueno Okachimachi #Ryumen Yushima #Ryumen Naka-Okachimachi Posted by @ryumen827

Ramen for 900 yen with 300g of noodles. Ordered with garlic and extra oil. The bean sprouts were overcooked. It was mostly bean sprouts with hardly any cabbage. The pork slice was really big. The noodles were flat and curly, quite firm.

Ramen small (850 yen) for late lunch on a weekday around 1 pm. There were two people inside the restaurant with no line. I thought it was a popular place, but maybe not. The amount of vegetables was normal but on the smaller side, and they were cooked very soft. The noodles were also softer than they looked. I wonder if you can request them to be cooked more firm. The ramen small size is 150g, so it's on the smaller side. For an average adult, the normal small size might be just right.

Ramen (garlic, oil) + raw egg for 1000 yen. I was planning to go to Hakusan, but the timing didn't work out, so I went to the Ueno branch instead. The soup had a strong soy sauce flavor, and the noodles were firm. The pork had a nice chew to it but was also tender. Wow, the 300g portion disappeared in no time. It was delicious and filled me up.

In the midst of the midsummer heat in August, the lack of air conditioning and the open door made for a tough environment, especially for someone who is sensitive to heat like myself. However, the interior of the restaurant was clean and paper aprons were provided, which I think is a great point for those who are conscious of their clothes or for women. (You need to ask the staff for one as they are not placed at the tables.) This time, I ordered the noodles with a firm texture, and it was very satisfying with a good chew. However, my wife, who usually prefers normal firmness, found it too firm, so women or those who don't prefer a very firm texture may want to order it softer. The soup is a sweet and spicy type, which may be a point where preferences differ. Also, the self-service water was ice water, which was reassuring even in the hot summer. My wife ordered extra pork fat, and it was very thick and delicious in a separate dish.

I headed to "Ore no Ikiru Michi Ueno" store. It's a shop inspired by Jiro-style ramen. I arrived after 11 am on a weekday and there were 3 customers ahead of me. The shop was run by two men that day. I ordered the small size for 850 yen, which is 150g of noodles. I asked for less garlic and oil, and extra vegetables. The vegetables (bean sprouts and cabbage) were soft and seasoned with black pepper, along with the flavorful oil and minced garlic. It was a delicious combination. The soup had a slightly creamy surface with a darker soy sauce color underneath. It was slightly thickened and had a balance of sweetness and saltiness, although the umami flavor from animal broth was a bit lacking. The thick-cut chashu had a nice seasoning and a good texture. It was satisfying on its own. The straight noodles absorbed the soup well and had a chewy texture. I realized that 150g of noodles in Jiro-style ramen is the maximum amount I can enjoy now. This shop is suitable for Jiro-style ramu lovers who find it a bit challenging, beginners, or women. The balance between the height of the chairs and the counter was off, making me feel uncomfortable, but this is just my personal opinion. The service from both staff members seemed a bit tired and lacking in enthusiasm.

150g of noodles, Yasa Washi Washi noodles with plenty of vegetables, clear soup, pork with little fat and tender flavor, high level. It's better to go before it gets crowded, so you can still get in easily. The interior of the restaurant is decorated with strong message rap music.

I visited "Ore no Ikiru Michi @ Ueno Store" located a few minutes' walk from Okachimachi Station. I have visited the store in Hakusan many times before. The Ueno store opened with operating hours until around 10 pm at the beginning, then extended to midnight with continuous service. It's amazing! When I arrived at 11 pm, there were already two customers ahead of me, so I had to wait and was seated as the third customer. Even though it was quite empty at first, more customers started coming in quickly, and the restaurant soon became full. I was lucky to get in without waiting, as I had given up once before due to long lines at 9 pm. It seems like the place is usually crowded. The Ueno store is new to me, so I usually go for the basics. The ramen costs 900 yen, and free toppings include garlic and extra pork fat. While waiting, I checked out the menu options. The standard noodle portion is 300g, with a small option of 150g for 50 yen less and a large option of up to 500g for an additional 150 yen. On the table, there are soy sauce, vinegar, black pepper, and shichimi pepper. I noticed that many customers prefer the soup-less ramen. The kitchen had a staff of two, then a third person joined in. It's great to see that they have enough staff, considering the shortage in many places lately. The ramen arrived, and the vegetable portion was standard, not overwhelming. The garlic was quite generous, and I vowed never to go for extra garlic. The extra pork fat comes in a separate dish. The default amount of pork fat is already on the ramen, so unless you have a high tolerance for fat, you might not need to add more. The soup was slightly emulsified, sweet, with a mild richness. It could use a bit more salt, but you can adjust it with the soy sauce provided on the table. It would be even better with a bit more umami from animal sources. The noodles were thick and curly, with a nice chewy texture. The vegetables didn't have much flavor, so I dipped them in the separate dish of extra pork fat to make them more enjoyable. The pork was tender and not overly salty, which was a relief. The garlic was extremely spicy, to the point where it burned my stomach. It's hard to describe how spicy it was in words. I might consider going for less garlic next time. The overall experience was consistent with the Ore no Ikiru Michi in Hakusan. It's great to have a place where you can get a garlic boost late at night in this area, where "Buta-yama" was the only choice before. I would rate the ramen, garlic, and pork fat at 3.5 stars. I will try the soup-less ramen next time, and I'll remember to go easy on the garlic. I should reread this review before my next visit. Thank you for the meal.

I always used to go to "Butayama" but I went there for the first time! For my first visit, I ordered the small ramen (150g of noodles) for 850 yen (tax included). They didn't ask me about the firmness of the noodles when I handed over the food ticket. (I wonder if they would have changed it if I had asked...) While waiting for the ramen, I drank some water which was unbelievably warm. It was a hot summer night and I really wanted cold water. Also, I'm not sure if the air conditioning was broken or if the door was left open, but it wasn't working at all and it was very hot inside. Waiting for ramen in the heat with warm water was very unpleasant. The ramen itself tasted like a typical Jiro-style ramen. (They don't offer extra toppings, so I got all toppings.) I hope the environment of the restaurant will improve.

Ramen for 900 yen. The soy sauce flavor is too salty. The bean sprouts are too soggy (is this normal?). The chashu is juicy and delicious. The staff is friendly. Mario's sweet review: ★★★★★ Will definitely go again! ★★★ Will go again if nearby. ★★ Might go again if I have the chance. ★ Not going again next time. ★★ Better to avoid going. Everyone, be careful!

I came to eat Jiro-style ramen for the first time in 3 years! When I was in college, I used to eat a regular portion, but this time it felt a bit too much! I ordered a 300-gram serving without soup! The meat was thick and very satisfying to eat!

I recommend trying this restaurant for the first time because the young staff's customer service is calm, gentle, and polite, almost like a saint (a bit exaggerated). I personally prefer Love Men Nama Iro in Kichijoji, but I tried this place for the fourth time today. All four times, I sat near the entrance and it was very hot with the door open. I think it would be better to add different toppings like fried onions or spicy eggs to the soupless ramen to create different textures. I have tried the Ice Special at Shirayama branch, and while the ingredients are similar to Jiro-style, the sauce is more like a regular chilled Chinese noodle sauce. I would like to see a more Jiro-style sauce for the Ice Special. The extra garlic mayo I ordered for the soupless ramen matched well. I will definitely go back again!

I visited the restaurant right when it opened. I thought there might be a line, but there was none, just two staff members. I was the first customer. I bought a ramen ticket at the entrance - ramen (300g for 900 yen) and black oolong tea (200 yen). Since it had just opened, the staff seemed quite sluggish. The water served was very warm, which was disappointing as it was hot outside and I was hoping for cold water. There was trash from the staff's drinks left on the counter, and a big fly even flew in. It was a bit of a downer today. I was called to my seat after about 7-8 minutes. I ordered my ramen with a little garlic and extra vegetable oil. The ramen was served shortly after. The soup was much lighter compared to my last visit, almost lacking the richness of pork flavor. The noodles were good, with a strong wheat taste, but the pork was surprisingly not as good as usual. I debated adding extra pork, but in the end, I'm glad I didn't. Overall, it was good but not as impressive as usual. I think I prefer the White Mountain style. Thank you for the meal!

"Ikiru Michi" in Ueno, a familiar ramen shop located next to the Tonkatsu Pon Homonoten. They serve a G-style ramen that brings out the full flavor of pork and fat, with a spicy kick from fresh garlic. The noodles are tender and the huge pork topping is impressive.