I don't get the Ichiran hate
I recently visited Japan and, like many others, I made it a point to try a wide range of food — from high-end, well-known sushi places in Tokyo, to small hidden ramen shops, and even a home-cooked meal at a Japanese friend’s house.
That said… I really don’t get all the hate towards Ichiran.
I went there a couple of times (once in Tokyo, once in Osaka), and sure, it’s not the most complex or life-changing bowl of ramen I’ve ever had — but it’s far from terrible. The broth was flavorful and rich, the noodles had a great texture, and the whole solo-booth experience was actually kinda fun.
I get that it's a chain and that it’s popular with tourists, but sometimes it feels like people go out of their way to trash it just because it’s not "hidden gem" enough.
It might not be peak ramen, but for a consistent, tasty bowl — especially if you're jetlagged or just want something comforting — I honestly think it's a solid choice.
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How long do people cook their eggs?
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Whipped up this homemade chili oil ramen with dumplings from scratch
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Mensho Tokyo in Los Angeles
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In Tokyo looking for a pro ramen course
I am living here for 6 months and would love to do a proper ramen course. I found a few schools but they cost 500k yen for a week. They aim to teach people to cook and open a ramen shop. Since I just want to do for fun, it’s quite pricey. The other stuff that is cheaper looks like tourist traps. Does anyone have found something legit and not too expensive? Thanks!
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Miso Ramen with Pork Belly from Trader Joe’s
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breakfast is spicy jin ramen
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Southern BBQ x Tonkotsu Ramen
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Red King #2 from Ramen Nagi in Greenbelt, Makati, Manila
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I love adding raw garlic, green onion, and a little bit of butter to level up my ramen. 🍜
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I seriously can't help myself to stop cooking this Tonkotsu.
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My kids first job and fist time cooking ramen for me. At Ramen Kagetsuarashi in Okinawa, Japan.
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The American Topping at Stamina Manten Suzuki
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Miso with sautéed mushrooms, broccolini, and chilli flakes.
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A personal favorite (Tempura Tonkotsu)
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How spicy is this? Does it come with the spicy sauce? I wanted spicy ramen (never tried it before) and this was all the store had
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Just wanted to share. I don't have a clue what I'm doing, but it tastes good.
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The mottainai philosophy at work with my ramen.
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Homemade porcini shoyu ramen
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Had this bowl of ramen and wow... absolutely bussin
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Niboshimania-niboshipresso
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