There is a miso ramen shop in Ikebukuro that has been causing a lot of buzz recently. That place is "Miso Menjo Tasakaya." The owner, who used to work at the super popular miso ramen shop "Hanadoan" in Nogata, has launched this new shop. It was already a topic of conversation among ramen lovers, but the popularity skyrocketed when SUSURU praised it as the "best miso ramen of the year" on Youtube. Now, there are always long lines forming at the shop. It is located near the west exit of Rikkyo University, close to the Vietnamese cuisine standard "Pho Vet" and the unique "Yurakudo (formerly known as Abura Gakkai)." The DNA of this shop is a rich miso ramen based on pork bone broth. The interior is small but very clean, typical for a newly opened shop. When I visited around 7 pm, there were about 10 people in line. However, the operation was smooth, so the wait was less than 30 minutes. I ordered the "Ajitama Chashu Spicy Miso Ramen (1,330 yen)" that SUSURU also recommended. The menu includes regular miso, spicy miso, IWGP super spicy miso, and mixed noodles. The soup was delicious, with a rich miso base made from simmering pork bones in the shop. It had a punchy flavor but also depth. The surface had chili oil and aromatic oil, creating a soup with a satisfying taste. The level of spiciness was just right. The thick noodles, a signature of Hanadoan, paired perfectly with the rich miso soup. The bean sprouts, green onions, and garlic chives on top were lightly stir-fried, adding a crispy texture to the oily broth. The standout was the chashu, which was incredibly thick and large, with three slices on top. It was juicy yet not overpowering, making it a refreshing addition to the rich miso broth. Overall, it was a fantastic meal. Thanks for the great food. Due to SUSURU's influence, there were many young people (even girls) at the shop, creating a fresh scene in Ikebukuro. The shop currently has a rating of around 3.3 on Tabelog, but with the long lines, it might be better to go early. It seems less crowded at night. Highly recommended!

Finally, I managed to come and eat here by adjusting my work schedule. I've been wanting to try this place for a while! I arrived around 1:30 PM and joined the line of 5 people. I was impressed by Hanamichi-an, the sister shop of Fukkoku... I have high hopes for today's meal as well! I ordered the spicy miso ramen with flavored egg and chashu. Wow! I love the bean sprouts in this! It's truly a signature of Hanamichi-an. The flavored egg is also amazing! The notable points are the size of the chashu and the deliciousness of the noodles. They are chewy and go well with the broth! The soup is not too spicy, just the right amount for my taste. I will definitely stop by here again on my way home from work. Thank you for the meal. I was impressed. I will definitely come back soon!

Miso Noodle Shop Tasakaya, a 6-minute walk from the west exit of Ikebukuro Station in Tokyo, offers a Miso Ramen with flavored egg and roasted pork for 1300 yen. The shop was opened by someone who used to work at Hanamichi-an in Nogata about six months ago. It used to be the location of Fukubukuro, a ramen shop run by someone from Musashika in Kichijoji, and before that, it was the location of the quite famous Elbis. I arrived at 6 pm and there were already 6 customers ahead of me, but I was able to enter smoothly, order from the ticket machine inside, and take a seat. A short while later, a line started forming. The ramen was served in about 10 minutes, with toppings including 3 slices of roasted pork, a flavored egg, bamboo shoots, stir-fried bean sprouts, and green onions. The soup had a thick, creamy consistency with a sweet white miso flavor and plenty of umami. The noodles were medium-thick and curly, perfectly complementing the soup. The standout was the roasted pork, which was large, thick, and had a satisfying chewy texture. I finished every drop of the soup, as it was truly delicious. Thank you for the meal!

I wanted to eat miso ramen!! I searched for it and went to a restaurant. I toasted with a medium-sized bottle of beer. A small plate of grilled pork came as an appetizer. While drinking beer, I waited. I had miso ramen with flavored egg and chashu, and also spicy miso ramen with flavored egg and chashu. There was so much bean sprouts that I couldn't even reach the noodles (laughs). The rich soup and the spicy miso were easier to eat than I thought, and it was a huge portion. Thank you for the meal.

Why are the noodles and bean sprouts separated with the char siu laid on top? It's difficult to eat the noodles and when a cold, large piece of char siu is laid on top, the temperature drops. It doesn't make sense. They could have seared the char siu before serving and leaned it against a tower of bean sprouts or something. The soup, which could also be soy sauce-based, is not bad. I prefer ramen where you can really taste the miso, but this one is not bad. If asked whether I would go one station over during my lunch break to eat this, I would say I've already tried it, so it's okay. There's nothing amazing about it, but there's room for improvement and it's not bad. If it's nearby, I would go there at least twice a week.

Flavored egg and chashu miso ramen. Large serving. Mini spicy pork bowl. Delicious!!! The rich soup clings to the thick noodles. Definitely order extra chashu for three thick slices of pork. The pork bowl is also delicious, but the sauce is quite spicy, so it is recommended to drink water and reset before eating the ramen! Excellent customer service!!!

Visited around 11:20 am on Sunday, with about 10 people waiting in line. Managed to enter the restaurant at 11:45 am. Surprisingly, I was able to get in earlier than expected. As usual, I purchased a meal ticket and tried the IWGP spicy ramen. Compared to when the shop first opened, the soup seems less thick and more refreshing. The spiciness is milder now, making it easier to eat. The delicious flavor remains unchanged. It seems to have settled to a level similar to Miso Tamago Men from Nakamoto in terms of spiciness. The portion size is still generous, which is always a delight. Be cautious about ordering the extra-large size, as it may be too much to finish. I have previously mentioned the portion size in my initial review, so please refer to that for more details. The lemon sour was served with delicious chashu slices, which I believe are also used in the pork bowl. I was able to add menma toppings this time, which I eagerly ordered. They asked if I wanted it served separately as a snack or on top of the ramen, which I appreciated. The quail eggs were still spicy and tasty. The fact that the minced garlic is unlimited is still a delightful feature. Overall, the food was delicious as always, and it was a great dining experience. Thank you for the meal.

2023.9.3 2023-408 Miso Menya Tanakaya ◎ Miso Ramen with Flavored Egg and Char Siu for 1300 yen. Bought a food ticket. Feeling like having miso ramen, so went with @ju26nk. When there is a long line, we usually buy the food ticket and join at the end. Finally visited this popular place. The miso soup was rich but mild in flavor. The noodles were medium thickness curly noodles. Toppings included crunchy bean sprouts, white negi (leek), seasoned bamboo shoots, and a large portion of char siu made from pork shoulder loin. The meal was satisfying and definitely goes well with rice, but today I decided to skip the rice dish. Thank you for the meal! #Ramen #Tsukemen #MisoMenyaTanakaya #RamenMemoir #Noodlestagram #Toshima-ku, Tokyo #ExperimentalNoodleLift #CharSiulift

I visited around 6:00 PM. There were 8 people lined up outside, and I waited for about 20 minutes before entering. I ordered the Ajitama Chashu Miso Ramen (1300 yen). The miso soup was rich! Under the bean sprouts in the photo, there were four large slices of chashu. The noodles were also well coated with the soup and very delicious. Thank you for the meal.

I went to Tanakaya, a famous miso ramen restaurant in Ikebukuro, based on recommendations I saw online. I arrived around 1:30 PM and luckily found a seat at the back right away. I purchased a ticket at the entrance vending machine and ordered the regular miso ramen. The ramen was served in about 5-6 minutes, topped with plenty of stir-fried bean sprouts which made it look very appetizing. The rich and thick soup was a surprise, and the noodles were flavorful and well-cooked. I mixed the noodles and bean sprouts well with the soup and enjoyed the delicious combination. I finished the meal quickly and will definitely visit again.

Mini pork bowl with seasoned egg miso ramen (spicy) on a weekday at 13:40 with 6 people waiting outside. The noodles in the seasoned egg miso ramen are yellow, medium-thick curly noodles. The soup is richly flavored with a creamy texture and a strong garlic kick. The bean sprouts on top are well sautéed, with flames visible in the kitchen. The soup is so rich that I couldn't finish it all. This restaurant truly lives up to the reputation of Hanadoan's lineage.

◆ Ramen Registration Number 6121st • 593rd bowl in 2023 ◆ Misomen Dokoro Tasakaya (Nishi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo) ◆ Ajitama Miso Ramen ¥1000 ● Instagram Tsukasa's Ramen tsukasan777 ● Twitter tsukasan2010

Ikebukuro is a fierce battleground for ramen. Today, I visited a place called Tanakaya, located about a 6-7 minute walk from the West Exit, apparently run by someone from Nogata's Hanadoan. They are known to have the same origin as Misokko Fukku in Ogikubo and Hanada. So today, I ordered the spicy miso ramen. I visited around 6:30 pm on Saturday and was lucky enough to get in without waiting in line. What I had: - Ajitama Chashu Spicy Miso Ramen ¥1330 - Rice ¥150 It arrived in about 10 minutes. The soup is rich but not overwhelming. It may lack a bit of punch, but it seems to be popular among those who like it. It might appeal more to women, while Hanada seems more suited for men. The noodles are medium-thick curly noodles that go well with the soup. The chashu is likely pork shoulder loin, with three large slices. It's a meaty chashu without any smoked flavor. The slightly cold temperature due to pre-cooking the quantity at once was a bit of a concern, but the crunchy bean sprouts were delicious. Personally, I prefer the rice a bit firmer. If you love miso ramen, be sure to give it a try! On Instagram, the account "Nonaru Danshi no Tokyo Lunch Meshi" with 70,000 followers introduces delicious food from Tokyo and various places across Japan!

I had been interested in this shop for a while as it was one of the most recently opened places, but due to its popularity, I hadn't been able to visit until today. I finally made it there on a Saturday afternoon. There was a wait of about 5-6 people, and after waiting for about 7-8 minutes, I was able to get in. I ordered the flavored egg miso ramen. I took a sip of the soup first. The rich miso flavor spread out, and there were various other flavors, maybe pork bone based? I'm not sure, but there were various concentrated flavors that were really delicious. The noodles were thick and had a good chewy texture, very satisfying to eat. The amount of bean sprouts in the toppings was impressive. There was only one slice of chashu, but it was thick and had a good texture. If you like miso ramen, I think this is a ramen that you definitely should try at least once.

This spring, when I walked past here, there was a big line of about 30 people waiting. I remembered the location of the shop and when I looked it up on the internet, I found out it was Misomen Dokoro Tasakaya. It seems that it became very popular when the famous YouTuber Susuru uploaded a video. I finally got the chance to visit during this relatively quiet Bon season. I arrived around 5:40 PM and there was no line, so I was able to get in right away. It was my first time, so I played it safe and ordered the Ajitama Miso Ramen for 1000 yen. By the time I left, the place was almost full, but there was no line. I got my ramen in about 5 minutes. The portion was actually bigger than I had imagined. There was a large slice of chashu hidden under the bean sprouts. The noodles were slightly thick and there was quite a lot of them. The soup was rich and coated the noodles well. The flavored egg was perfectly half-boiled and delicious. I also added some garlic that was available at the counter, which enhanced the flavor even more. The chashu had a nice thickness to it, one slice was enough for me. I finished it easily, it was delicious. The ramen was so rich that it made me crave some rice. They even provided paper aprons, making it a female-friendly restaurant. The staff were also very nice. I want to try other items on the menu, so I will definitely visit again. Thank you for the meal!

On my third visit, I was finally able to get in without waiting in line. The warm miso ramen on a hot summer day was delicious. The taste was amazing, and the staff's hospitality was top-notch! If someone asks me where to eat ramen in Ikebukuro without restrictions on the type of ramen, I would recommend this place without hesitation.

Today I was in the mood for miso ramen. Although I love "Hanada" in Toshima Ward for miso ramen, I decided to try a new place and went to "Misomen Dokoro Tasakaya" in Nishi-Ikebukuro. I arrived at 12:30, prepared to wait in line, but luckily I was able to get in quickly due to the turnover. There were many couples and a diverse range of customers, including three guys in dress shirts, making it a welcoming atmosphere even for solo female diners. There was a line forming right after me, confirming the popularity of the place. It seems like you need to buy a meal ticket when entering. Water and aprons are self-serve behind the counter. I ordered the Miso Ramen with flavored egg and chashu for 1300 yen. I enjoyed my meal while listening to hip-hop and pop music playing in the background. The aroma of miso and garlic whetted my appetite. The toppings included three large chashu slices, a delicious miso-marinated egg, crunchy bamboo shoots, stir-fried bean sprouts, and shredded green onions. The thick noodles in the creamy miso soup with a hint of garlic were delicious! It was perfect for preventing summer fatigue. I savored my meal while sweating a bit. It was so delicious! Many restaurants are closed during the Bon holiday season, so I appreciate them being open. Thank you for the meal!

[IWGP Spicy Miso Chashu Ramen (1380 yen)] Finally, the day has come... This is the last part of the regular four types, the spicy miso! IWGP stands for "Ikebukuro West Gate Park," but I have not seen the related work so I am unsure of the connection. Last time, I tried the spicy miso and thought "I can handle this," so I made up my mind to order it... After panicking a bit, I drank milk before eating to protect my stomach (!?) Well, first of all, the bright red soup. It's spicy and delicious. The spiciness is sharp. However, the miso somewhat tempers it, so there was no immediate "ouch!" reaction after the first bite. In conclusion, if you like spicy food and can handle dishes like Mokotanmen (level 7 spicy), you will enjoy this! (^-^) This was Chashu Ramen, so it came with an extra large fried rice, making a total of 3 slices! I enjoyed it with the soup. The chashu was thick and moist, delicious. The soup, influenced by various spices added more than the spicy miso, had a slight thick spiciness added to the soup. The thick noodles also mixed well with the soup, as always, delicious. As I ate more, the spiciness increased in my mouth. By the end of the meal, the spiciness was at its maximum! I was sweating a lot! I have now tried all four types, and each one was equally good. I might have trouble deciding what to order next time. P.S. The milk guard was pierced through, and the next morning, there were consequences! It's the fate of spicy food lovers, haha...

The miso ramen at this restaurant had a rich and creamy flavor that was truly exceptional. The chashu topping was also incredibly tender and delicious. As a fan of miso ramen, I would say that this restaurant's miso ramen is top-notch. The deep flavor of the soup paired with the thin noodles is exquisite. If you love miso ramen, you cannot miss this place. The rich soup and perfect noodle combination make it a must-visit. I definitely want to go back! I've been trying miso ramen at different places lately, and this one definitely ranks in the top 3 for deliciousness. The reasonable prices are also very attractive.

On the 83rd cup in 2023, I came to Ikebukuro to watch a movie in the sweltering heat, but I had eaten a bowl of ramen before the screening time, so I did some research and found "Miso Menjo Tasakaya" which caught my interest, so I went there right away. According to Tabelog, the restaurant opened in March 2023 and is located where a long-established ramen shop called "Elbis" used to be. The restaurant's Twitter: https://twitter.com/TASAKAYA_miso It is said that this is the hometown of "Miso Menjo Hanadoan". "Menjo Hanada," a popular restaurant, is also from "Miso Menjo Hanadoan." I arrived at the restaurant before 11:30 and was able to enter immediately, but afterwards it was full and there was a line. According to online information, there is always a line, so I was lucky today as it was during the Bon holiday. Inside the restaurant, there was a ticket machine, and after some consideration, I purchased a ticket for the Chashu Spicy Miso Ramen with extra noodles (1,330 yen). There were only counter seats, so I handed in my ticket and sat down. The seat was near the entrance, so the air conditioning did not reach, but it was hot, but I stopped worrying because I knew I would sweat after eating ramen. Water was self-service, and paper napkins were provided. It seemed that you could get a paper apron if you asked the staff. Looking through the counter, I saw that bean sprouts were stir-fried in a wok and then transferred to a bowl. A large pot was used to cook the soup, and then it was poured into a small pot, warmed, and then poured into a bowl with noodles added. The ingredients were served on top. The amount of bean sprouts was impressive. First, I tried the soup, which had a rich animal-based broth with a strong miso flavor, which was delicious. It was a spicy miso, but it wasn't that spicy. The salt content was quite high, but it was a taste that you could get used to. The noodles were made by "Shinjuku Daruma Seimen" as written on the noodle box in the kitchen, and when I looked it up later, the noodle factory was "Nagi Spirits Japan Co., Ltd." http://shinjuku-darumaseimen.jp/ The flat type noodles had a good texture. I got the extra noodles, but the soup was so rich that I might have been better off getting the "noodle special". The toppings included stir-fried bean sprouts, menma, green onions, and a large slice of chashu. I ate the stir-fried bean sprouts after soaking them in the soup. The chashu was flavorful and delicious. I added chili pepper and garlic from the table halfway through to change the flavor. I couldn't finish the soup, but I was able to finish all the noodles and toppings. The service was polite, and the operation was efficient, making it a pleasant experience. Another popular restaurant has appeared in Ikebukuro, a ramen battleground. I look forward to what's to come... (゜д゜) Delicious!!!

The restaurant has a cost performance quality of 88 points, service rating of 83 points, and cleanliness rating of 80 points. When it's your turn, you enter the store and purchase a meal ticket from the machine. Overall rating is 86 points. The overall satisfaction is that the rich miso soup sticks to the noodles, making you crave rice, perfect for winter! Next time, I want to try the spicy miso. The store is small and hot. Ordered miso ramen for ¥900, with a large chashu, menma, negi, and bean sprouts. The noodles are chewy with a thick white miso soup. The location is about a 15-minute walk from Ikebukuro West Exit. I would like to visit again. Thank you for the meal. #japan #foodporn #tabelog #foodie #tokyo #TokyoGourmet #top #foodstagram #restaurantlover #cafe #cafehopping #foodgram #sweets #lunch #restaurant