I arrived at the restaurant a little after 14:00. It wasn't crowded, and I was seated promptly. I bought my meal ticket outside the restaurant. They had lunch sets with a choice of three types of ramen, side dishes, rice or toppings. I chose the light salt ramen with a side of oil-drizzled chicken and an egg topping. The salt ramen was really delicious, and I finished the soup quickly. They had a variety of condiments on the table like plum, yuzu pepper, garlic, seaweed, and grated yam, which I enjoyed trying out. The female staff was friendly and attentive, creating a welcoming atmosphere.

I visited around 9 pm. I ordered the 980 yen mixed noodles. It was described as devilishly delicious so I had some expectations, but it was not at all. The noodles were very mushy, and I didn't find them tasty to eat. The only saving grace was the chashu. It's not exceptionally delicious, though. I don't know about the taste of regular ramen, but I don't want to eat mixed noodles again.

I ordered the Yuzu Salt Ramen. It was exactly as I imagined - a refreshing salt ramen with a hint of yuzu flavor, and it was delicious. I was surprised by how quickly the ramen arrived after I sat down! I tried adding the complimentary topping of dried seaweed from the counter, but it didn't really go well with the yuzu flavor.

Do you all know the restaurant called "Ore Ryu Shio Ramen"? It is a ramen shop known for its salt ramen, with locations in Shinjuku, Shibuya, Omotesando, and other areas. Despite being salt-based, their ramen is surprisingly rich and creamy, which is why it is a popular spot. I happened to come across it after finishing work in Ikebukuro and decided to visit. You order your food using a ticket machine. The interior has counter seats and table seats, and is relatively clean and well-maintained. Feeling very hungry, I ordered the fried chicken and half rice set. I chose the firm noodles and the rich salt ramen option from the several choices available. My order arrived in about five minutes. One of the unique features of this place is the wide variety of toppings you can use according to your preference. Seaweed, grated yam, garlic, plum, miso, and more - you can use as much as you want, which I found very considerate. When I was a student, I used to load up on toppings. The thin noodles have a smooth texture, complemented well by the rich and flavorful soup. Before I knew it, I had finished the whole bowl of soup. The fried chicken was tastier than those from regular diners, and it suited my personal taste (though I could have used a bit more mayonnaise). Depending on the time of day, there might be a line, but usually you can get in right away. I recommend this place for solo female ramen diners as well. I will definitely stop by again if I have the chance.

I was planning to go to a ramen shop, but there was a long line, so I decided to look for another place. I found one and decided to go in. I was originally thinking of getting the salt ramen, but when I looked at the ticket machine, I saw a limited menu item that caught my eye, so I decided to try that one. It was delicious! The lunch menu seems like a good deal, so I think I'll choose that next time I go. ✨

Around 2 pm, I visited the restaurant feeling extremely hungry. Location: About a 6-minute walk from JR Ikebukuro East Exit. Interior: The restaurant is clean and bright for a ramen shop. There is a ticket machine in front of the shop, so you purchase from there before entering. Order: Lunch set - Salt ramen (light), half rice, fried chicken - 920 yen. Impression: Even with such a hearty meal, it's all under 1000 yen! The lunch set offers side menu options like fried chicken, wonton, or gyoza, and you can also add extra toppings instead of half rice. The salt ramen was light and normal. However, the variety of condiments on the table for flavor enhancement was incredibly rich and interesting! In addition to yuzu pepper, vinegar, soy sauce, chili oil, garlic, there were also unique options like plum paste, grated yam, and dried seaweed. I was so hungry that I ended up ordering the set, but the fried chicken was also very large, and I ended up feeling uncomfortably full from overeating (laughs). It was delicious!

Around 11:30 on the weekend, I visited a ramen shop with no waiting time. They have counter seats and table seats. I ordered miso ramen for 850 yen at a shop known for their salt ramen. I was wondering if it would be delicious, but when I tasted the soup, it was rich and delicious! The creamy soup is to my liking. The miso soup has a rich flavor, and the noodles are chewy medium-thick curly noodles. The stir-fried bean sprouts and diced chashu are also delicious. There is also a hint of yuzu peel which leaves a refreshing aftertaste. The shop provides a variety of free toppings such as grated dried kelp, seaweed, yuzu pepper, pickled plum, garlic, etc., making the service very satisfying. It was a new discovery for me that a ramen shop known for salt ramen serves such delicious miso ramen! Since salt ramen is their specialty, I would like to try their salt ramen next time. The portion was generous, and I left feeling satisfied. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal!

I arrived at around 2:00 PM. The restaurant was not crowded. I ordered salt ramen. The soup was clear and easy to drink, with thin noodles. There were nori, pickled plum, yuzu pepper, and other condiments on the table for you to add according to your preference. When I added pickled plum, it became refreshing and delicious.

After exercising, I went to Ore-ryu Shio Ramen Ikebukuro Higashi-guchi for an energy boost. I ordered the Menmori Ramen with a strong and firm taste. It was lighter than I expected, but it really warmed me up. They also provided various condiments on the table, such as chili oil, vinegar, yuzu pepper, plum, garlic, and dried seaweed, allowing you to enjoy different flavors.

Tokyo chain store review (March 2023): At the entrance, there is hand sanitizer available. The staff in the hall are wearing masks. I decided to watch a movie at Shin-Bungeiza. On a rainy Sunday around 12:30 pm, I went to Ore-ryu Shio Ramen nearby. The place was about 80% full. I bought a meal ticket at the ticket machine outside. I ordered a salt ramen with boiled egg, corn, and butter (excluding tax 980 yen). It was quite delicious. I also ordered an extra serving of noodles (additional 100 yen). I was satisfied. I might go back when I'm short on time. There was no music playing, and that was fine. (Note) The movie I watched today was "Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence" (general admission 1,800 yen). David Bowie and Ryuichi Sakamoto were perfectly cast, and there couldn't have been better choices. Sakamoto's music was also fantastic. The original story was by a South African author who had been a prisoner of war, and the movie felt very real. The place was about 80% full.

There was also a shop in Ikebukuro. My style salt ramen. I am a fan of this shop. The reason is that the salt ramen is delicious. I especially like the toppings on the table. Ume, tororo kelp, and yuzu pepper are my favorites. It's fun to change the taste to my liking. But there are also disappointing things. The soup is too little and the temperature is lukewarm. It would be great if it were a hot and plentiful soup.

I had been curious about my own style of salt ramen, so this time I also ordered a miso flavor! When the two of us went to eat, we ordered the Kan-Ki Ramen with aged salt (firm noodles) and the Hokkaido Ramen (miso ramen with normal noodles), as well as some gyoza! The Kan-Ki Ramen had a tempting bowl with seasoned egg, fried chicken, and chashu. The soup had a rich salt flavor. My partner enjoyed it so much that they finished the soup completely. The noodles were thin and easy to eat, and the fried chicken was juicy and delicious! The Hokkaido Ramen had a miso butter corn with crunchy bean sprouts, creating a delicious ramen. Personally, I like miso ramen, so I ordered it, but I was surprised at how delicious the non-salt options were too! I was amazed, and my whole being gave a standing ovation. The restaurant was clean and the staff collected the meal tickets and asked about noodle firmness and taste, providing polite service. It was delicious, and I will definitely come back! When I said I would come back, they looked so happy and said, "Please come again!" I will definitely go back!!!! Next time, I will try a different ramen.

Ikebukuro's salt, my salt. There are many spices on the table, making it fun even before the ramen arrives. This time I ordered the lunch set, which includes ramen, gyoza, and toppings. The ramen is rich and half of it is normal. From there... I added dried seaweed, grated yam, pickled plum, garlic miso, yuzu pepper, and chili oil little by little, mixing and finding the best combination, which was enjoyable... and delicious. The gyoza is especially good with yuzu pepper, making it the best part of this meal.

I personally don't usually like salt ramen, but the salt ramen at this place is really delicious. There seem to be several types of salt ramen, but this time I tried the rich one. It was like a cross between salt ramen and tonkotsu ramen, with a soup that was very tasty, almost like potage.

I went during lunchtime when I didn't have much time, and I was happy that the ramen was served quickly. I sat down for probably about 3 minutes. The ramen is the result of the owner trying various toppings and settling on a salt-based broth. There are multiple toppings to choose from, and I followed the instructions to add them, but since the base is salt, they all go well together. Personally, I liked the dried seaweed the best. The soft-boiled egg and thick slices of chashu were both delicious.

The "Nidaimon Men Moro" for 980 yen caught my attention with its attractive presentation, leading me to enter the restaurant. The place was quite crowded, and although the menu seemed more geared towards men, I noticed a few solo female diners as well. The option to customize toppings on the table was a nice touch. The ramen portion was moderate, with standard toppings like egg and chashu. The fried chicken had a strong flavor, and the thinly sliced bamboo shoots added a good texture. The noodles were thin and straight, typical of salt ramen. The soup was mild at first, but grew on me towards the end. I found it a bit lukewarm for my taste, and adding too much seasoning at the beginning might make it too strong later on. Overall, the portion was quite large and rich, but lacked the expected punch. It had a balanced taste without too much junk food vibe, making it feel more like a good salt ramen shop.

I visited the restaurant around 3:20 PM on 22/10. About 30% of the seats were filled with customers. The menu is quite extensive, with options like: - My Style Salt Ramen 690 yen - Aged Salt Ramen 700 yen - Spicy Salt Ramen 750 yen - Miso Ramen 800 yen - Spicy Miso Ramen 850 yen - Yuzu Salt Ramen 980 yen - Yuzu Spicy Salt Ramen 980 yen - Shrimp Wonton Noodles 980 yen - Plum Shiso Ramen 980 yen - Asari Ramen 980 yen I was a bit overwhelmed by the variety, but I ended up buying a ticket for the "Special My Style" for 980 yen. The other specialty was the "Man Portion" which included 2 slices of chashu, 2 pieces of fried chicken, and an egg for 980 yen. I chose the Aged Salt Ramen, but the soup was a bit too thick and lacked the necessary saltiness. I had to adjust the flavor using the condiments on the table. The noodles were supposed to be firm, but they were just okay. The chashu was crispy from being seared, and the egg was cooked just right. Overall, the meal was slightly disappointing as it didn't quite hit the mark. On the bright side, the service was excellent. The staff was energetic and even recommended a table for me as a solo diner. Thank you for the meal!

Despite its name, I found the food to be delicious. The clear and strong kombu soup paired well with the curly noodles. The free toppings like umeboshi and grated yam kombu allowed for a variety of flavors to be enjoyed. I would definitely come back again. Thank you for the meal.

I had regular ramen, not chashu ramen, and it came with two slices of chashu that were about 6mm thick, and they were delicious. I chose the "spicy rich" flavor. It wasn't too spicy. If you're worried about it being too spicy, don't be. The rich flavor is intense but not oily. They must have added a lot of paste to the broth. The combination of spiciness and richness can be a bit strong on the throat. The nori that you can add yourself is tasty.

When I went to Ikebukuro for some errands, I visited this restaurant. The restaurant is located about a 5-minute walk north from Ikebukuro Station East Exit along the street where Hakata Tenjin and Hayashida are lined up, with prominent orange signs. I checked the menu at the ticket machine in front of the store and ordered the cold ramen where you can choose from four flavors. Inside the restaurant, there were counter seats and table seats, with only two other customers. A female staff member came out of the kitchen, took my ticket, and asked me to choose from four flavors: salt, yuzu salt, plum yuzu salt, or spicy salt. I chose the spicy salt flavor. The restaurant information mentioned that they have their main store in Shibuya and a total of 17 stores in Tokyo, specializing in dumplings, with some stores overseas as well. While facing the challenges of the pandemic, this restaurant seems to be quite popular. On the shelf above the counter, there was a noodle box labeled "Noodle Master Daikuroya," which was quite unusual to see. I found out that they use noodles from Koshu Market when I looked around. After waiting for about 5 minutes, the ramen was served in a unique bowl with a design of thunder patterns on a white background, with chili oil and white sesame floating on the clear soup. The ramen included pork belly chashu, bamboo shoots, seasoned egg, white onion, watercress, and spinach, with a lemon slice on top. First, I checked the saltiness, which was at a moderate level of 1.2. When I tasted the soup, I could feel the delicate taste of chicken and pork broth, along with the spiciness of salt chili oil, a hint of acidity, and sweetness. It was impressive how they could achieve such a delicious saltiness with cold soup. The noodles were straight and had an eggy flavor with a good chewiness and the richness of wheat. They matched perfectly with the delicate saltiness of the soup. The pork belly chashu and bamboo shoots were seasoned lightly to complement the saltiness. The white onion and watercress added a refreshing touch to the cold ramen. There was a description of the restaurant's commitment on the wall inside, and their dedication to saltiness was evident in the taste of the ramen. If my stomach allowed, I would definitely want to try their salt ramen as well. Today's bowl of delicious ramen turned out to be the salt ramen.