After visiting the Kyoto Railway Museum, I went to a shop that I had researched in advance. The location is just a few minutes from Umekoji Kyoto Nishi Station, across from Umekoji Park. I visited on a weekday around 11:50 am. When I arrived, there was a customer leaving so I was able to enter without waiting in line. I bought meal tickets for Kyoto duck and nodoguro simmered dried sardine soba with a boiled egg, as well as a small bottle of Sapporo Black Label beer from the ticket machine. I was asked if I was not driving since I had a large bag with me. The atmosphere inside the shop was very stylish, with chopsticks and a ladle neatly arranged on a tray in front of the counter. The beer was served promptly, and its taste made me forget about the fatigue of my journey. The ramen was served in about 4 minutes and looked beautiful. The noodles were chewy and smooth, straight noodles. When slurping the noodles, a unique fragrance spread. The clear soup seemed to be a salt-based or white soy sauce-based broth. It wasn't overly fishy, but rather had a light and delicious flavor. I was given yuzu vinegar to add to the soup, which completely transformed the taste. The toppings, such as the juicy chicken chashu and rare chashu, were delicious. The vegetables that were initially hidden at the edge of the bowl had a good texture and enhanced the flavor of the soup. Overall, I felt like I had enjoyed a very delicious meal. My rating on Tabelog would be 4.0 stars out of 5, as I would definitely want to go back again.

I visited the Kyoto Railway Museum and arrived around 1 pm on a weekday with no previous customers. I chose the Kyoto Duck and Blackthroat Seabream Dried Sardine Ramen with a boiled egg for 1000 yen from the ticket machine. The interior of the restaurant had a chic feel with black and brown colors, featuring a counter with 7 seats and 2 tables for 4 people each. The presentation was beautiful, with medium-thin straight noodles. The chashu seemed to be duck meat and tender chicken breast. Other toppings included Chinese-style fish cake, mizuna greens, and onions. The soup had a refined umami flavor with a hint of blackthroat seabream, perhaps. It was delicious, thank you for the meal.

"Dry Dan Dan noodles" Fist's dry Dan Dan noodles. When it comes to dry Dan Dan noodles in Kyoto, one might imagine... and when you actually try it, this is Fist's dry Dan Dan noodles! It has its own original greatness. First of all, the noodles are powerful and hearty! And then the spices, ground meat, and nuts come attacking you! A unique dry dish that is both similar and different. This is the skill of Fist. It keeps you entertained. The spices are just right, not too overpowering. Well done. I will definitely go back for another limited edition dish soon... A ramen that never bores, always entertaining. Strong.

I tried the Kyoto Duck and Tilefish Dashi Ramen (1000 yen), which is a specialty dish. The soup was clear and light in flavor. I liked that you could customize the taste with yuzu vinegar, yuzu pepper, and kombu shichimi. Personally, I found the kombu shichimi to be delicious. The most impressive part was the texture of the noodles. They were incredibly smooth and chewy. Amongst other dashi ramen, I think this one is quite delicious.

I ordered the Duck and Nodoguro Dried Fish Soba in a large serving. The dried fish flavor was not too strong, with a light taste of Nodoguro broth. The noodles were medium thickness and straight, smooth and matched well with the soup, very delicious. However, the duck chashu had a slight unpleasant odor. I love duck, but that was the only disappointing part.

Kobushi Ramen, a popular ramen shop with many followers that I had never visited before, even though it was close by! I went a bit early in the evening around 6 pm and there was only one customer ahead of me, so I was seated right away. As I was eating, more customers started coming in, showing that it is indeed a popular place! I bought my meal ticket at the machine near the entrance, got my own water, and sat at the counter. I ordered the "Kyogamo and Nodoguro Niboshi Ramen." The soup had a rich flavor from the Nodoguro fish broth, which was incredibly delicious. Unlike other fish broths that can sometimes be bitter or have a strong taste, this broth was carefully extracted from the high-quality Nodoguro fish, resulting in a flavorful and smooth soup. The addition of duck fat added depth to the soup without making it too heavy, creating a perfect balance. The wheat noodles had a nice flavor and paired well with the tasty soup. The chicken and pork chashu were incredibly tender and moist, and the red onions added a crunchy texture and a refreshing touch. The soft-boiled egg was also delicious. I enjoyed the soup so much that I drank every last drop! I bet it would also be great to add rice and make it into a porridge. Overall, I was very satisfied with the meal. Despite using high-quality ingredients like Nodoguro fish, they managed to keep the price at 1000 yen, which I think is quite reasonable. Thank you for the delicious meal!

Arrived at Kyoto's famous restaurant tour at exactly 2:00 PM! No waiting, ordered the specialty duck and nodoguro fish broth ramen! This shop, selected for the Michelin Bib Gourmand, attracts attention with its delicate and elegant bowl made by Japanese craftsmen. The soup is made from duck and nodoguro fish broth. The nodoguro fish flavor is a bit subtle. Also, adding yuzu vinegar for flavor change midway makes it delicious as well! Thank you for the meal.

I visited this restaurant which is highly rated on Tabelog and received a Bib Gourmand from Michelin. I ordered the Kyoto duck and nodoguro fish broth ramen. The gentle duck broth and the flavor of nodoguro fish combined well with soy sauce, creating a very delicious soup with tasty ingredients. However, after adding the citrus liquid recommended for flavor variation, the previous umami seemed to disappear, which was disappointing. Also, I found the lack of friendliness from the owner a bit off-putting. Despite being a delicious restaurant, it was a shame. What criteria do they use to select these top restaurants?

On a scorching Sunday afternoon around 12 o'clock, I visited the restaurant and was able to get in smoothly as there was no line. I tried the classic Kyoto duck and sea bream dried fish ramen. Although the sea bream and dried fish flavors were subtle, the soup was refreshing and very clean. The noodles were from a famous noodle maker in Kansai, and they had that distinct Kansai ramen style. The yuzu vinegar for flavor enhancement was excellent. It was a delicious ramen with a lingering aftertaste that I was able to finish completely. Thank you for the meal.

Visited the restaurant with one other person on 7/30 (Sunday) for lunch. Ordered the Kyoto duck and nodoguro (blackthroat seaperch) simmered in dried fish broth ramen, along with scallion rice. The dishes arrived in about 10 minutes. The ramen had a refreshing flavor with a subtle dashi from the nodoguro. The pork and chicken chashu were moist and tender, and the half-boiled egg and menma were also well-prepared. It was a bowl that you could keep eating. Personally, I would have liked a bit more punch in the flavor. The scallion rice was delicious, made with both raw and simmered Kyo-negi (Kyoto green onion). Thank you for the meal.

Today's lunch was in Kyoto. It's my monthly Kyoto day. I left home a little after 6 and was at work by 8. Irregular work like this during busy periods is tough. But my heart is excited because I can leave work at 2 pm. I hurried west from Kyoto Station. The area near the station was crowded with tourists, so it wasn't a good time to eat there. I aimed for Ken-san. I really wanted to try their ramen. As I walked, I thought about the menu. Should I get the nodoguro dashi ramen or the Rausu kelp tsukemen? I arrived at the shop. There were no customers waiting. Well, it's the time of day. I stood in front of the ticket machine and still pondered. Ah, it's hot, but I have to go with the nodoguro! I also pressed the extra-large button repeatedly. I was guided to the far end of the counter. High school students were slurping ramen after club activities around me. I envy that this shop is near their school. In the kitchen in front of me, my ramen was being prepared. It was done in a few minutes. Wow, it's a beautiful bowl. Neatly arranged medium-thin straight noodles with a large rare chashu, chicken chashu, long menma, half-boiled egg, purple onion, and clear soup. The presentation was perfect. I took a sip of the soup. Delicious. I took another sip. It's really good. The clear nodoguro dashi is refreshing. The aromatic nodoguro and the light duck fat combine to create a double soup of animal and seafood flavors that is outstanding. I slurped up the medium-thin straight noodles. It's also delicious. Smooth and chewy. This is Teigaku's noodles for you. But what really makes these noodles shine is this double soup. The noodles and soup match perfectly. The aroma of wheat and nodoguro, the mellow soy sauce that ties it all together, this is truly a delicious ramen. There were condiments on the table, so I decided to try them in the ladle. Both were enjoyable, but I liked the coriander. I sprinkled it in the bowl and slurped it up. I took a bite of the chashu. The pork and chicken were both tender and tasty. If I had to choose, I think I prefer the chicken. I took a bite of the half-boiled egg. Good flavor, good melt-in-your-mouth texture. It's a shame there's only half of it. After slurping up about half, I decided to try the yuzu vinegar. I scooped some soup into the ladle and dripped it in. Hmm, this is good too. The refreshing yuzu scent and the sweet vinegar enhance the flavor of the soup. I decided to add a few drops to the bowl. Even though I got the extra-large, the noodles were disappearing fast. It's sad when it's gone, but that's how it is when you eat. I finished every drop of the soup and put down my chopsticks. What should I do, should I try the tsukemen too? I have another shop I want to eat at. Hmm, I'll save the excitement for later. I'll come back to eat again. Next time, I'll try the kelp tsukemen. Thank you for the meal.

Arrived on foot from Kyoto Station a little before 12 on a regular Friday. There was no line in front of the store, and there were 4 people in front of me and 3 others, but I was able to enter without waiting. I purchased tickets for the popular Kyoto duck and nodoguro simmered sardine soba from the ticket machine. I brought my own water and sat down. After a while, the noodles arrived, neatly arranged with two types of chashu, soft and gentle tasting menma, half a boiled egg, and some green leaves on top... not sure what they were, but they were delicious too! The soup was not greasy and very tasty, I finished it all. It was fun to watch the open kitchen where they were preparing the food. The noodles were from Tsuruoka and were indeed delicious! However, the group of 4 customers ahead of me seemed to be of Southeast Asian descent, and they were probably buying additional tickets one after another. The owner finally told them that additional orders were no longer accepted... Perhaps feeling very irritated, he raised his voice and told them to be "speedy!" even though there were other customers present...

It's been a while since I visited Ken-san. They had a special menu for the Gion Festival, featuring thick wheat noodles that were as comforting as dumplings with a pleasant chewy texture. The noodles were smooth and delicious, and the dipping sauce was not too overpowering, leaning towards a slightly light taste. I would also like to try the limited edition clam broth noodles.

<Introduction> I was planning to upload reviews other than ramen, but I decided to write about four particularly delicious ramen shops I recently visited first. This time, I revisited Ken-san, a popular ramen shop that has become even busier since receiving a Michelin star. I had kept my distance because I have seen many Michelin-starred restaurants lose their quality, so I was curious to see how Ken-san was holding up. <Duck and Gizzard Niboshi Ramen> Previously, I remember that soy sauce was the only option, but now the Duck and Gizzard Niboshi Ramen is the most popular and frequently ordered dish here. Just hearing the name makes you want to try it. The shop seems to attract quite a few foreign tourists, about one-third of the customers are foreigners. Soon, the Duck and Gizzard Niboshi Ramen is served. It looks delicious with plenty of onion-based ingredients, giving it a French soup-like taste. The balance of the soup is excellent, with the duck flavor slowly spreading in your mouth and the duck chashu being delicious. The noodles also complement the soup well, making it a high-quality dish. I'm glad the taste hasn't declined. Considering the current high cost of living, 1000 yen for this dish feels quite reasonable. In Tokyo, it would easily cost 1500 yen. <Question: Is it MSG-free?> I didn't taste much MSG, but is this dish MSG-free? If anyone knows, please let me know. Of course, the definition of MSG-free is vague, and many believe that complete absence of MSG is impossible, so I'm just asking if it is self-proclaimed MSG-free.

It's the first time since the New Year's limited edition. I was curious about the July monthly limited edition, so I came for lunch. The area is popular in Kyoto with attractions like the aquarium, so the customers are diverse (families, foreigners, etc.)! It's amazing to see the owner working alone diligently! I ordered the July monthly limited edition "Amakusa Daioh Maru Chicken Shio Tsukemen with Lake Shijimi Dashi". It features noodles soaked in a rich white chicken broth made with "Noodlesuke Chicken" developed by the Noodlesuke Group in Osaka and the Amakusa Daioh producer in Kumamoto, with plenty of Lake Shijimi clam broth. It's luxurious! The chicken flavor is amazing, and when you add the clam broth as a soup base, it becomes an exquisite finishing soup! I just had to try this limited edition.

#2023-103 Duck and nodoguro dried fish soba with seasoned egg for 1000 yen. Arrived on a weekday at 11:02. No other customers until opening after Paul arrived. Opened at 11:30, ordered the famous duck and nodoguro dried fish soba with seasoned egg from the ticket machine. Served at 11:33. The clear brown soup contained thin noodles, two types of chashu, menma, mitsuba, red onion, and watercress. The soup had a nice balance of duck richness and nodoguro seafood aroma. The soy sauce was gentle and easy to drink. The medium-thin noodles were easy to slurp and had a good balance of wheat aroma and soup lifting. The chashu was moist and the low-temperature cooked pork chashu had a delicious meaty flavor. The red onion was slightly spicy and the menma had a good crunch. The nodoguro umami was prominent in the soup, keeping it enjoyable until the end. However, it was disappointing to realize that there was no duck in the chashu despite the menu name mentioning "duck" and wondering if the seasoned egg was a full or half portion. (It's clear in the photos though...)

The ramen shop serves delicious soup with a rich flavor that can be enjoyed to the last drop. The taste is refreshing even after finishing the soup. It's more on the light side, so it may not be recommended for those who prefer rich ramen. The downside was that there were a few bugs on the tray inside the shop and when slurping the ramen, I felt that the soup and noodles were separate. Both the soup and noodles were delicious, but these factors influenced my rating.

Located just a short distance from Demachiyanagi Station in Kyoto, I visited "Ken Ramen" after seeing the menu board at the entrance. I purchased the Kyoto duck and nodoguro (blackthroat sea perch) niboshi (dried sardine) ramen from the ticket machine. The gentle soy sauce soup with a hint of sweetness and the smooth, chewy noodles perfectly complement each other, creating a beautiful and delicious ramen. There were other menu items that caught my eye, and if I have the chance to visit again, I will definitely order the Kyoto duck and nodoguro niboshi ramen once more. It was incredibly delicious. Thank you for the meal.

I visited the famous Ken Ramen in the Kinki region and ordered their specialty Kyoto duck ramen! The dish arrived within 5-6 minutes of ordering, and the clear soy sauce broth looked amazing. The noodles had a great texture, and I was able to enjoy a high-quality clear broth ramen. Before I knew it, I had finished the whole bowl. Next, I would like to visit Ken 10 Ramen for their pork ramen!

I visited the restaurant on Sunday at noon. I was a little nervous about it being a famous shop, wondering if it would be crowded. However, there were no people at all, which made me even more anxious. But as soon as the ramen arrived, my anxiety disappeared. The ramen looked delicious and the taste was light yet flavorful with a rich broth. I also enjoyed changing the flavor with the condiments in front of me!

I arrived early before the store opened, but there were chairs lined up outside so I decided to wait there. There is a paid parking lot for bicycles and motorcycles across the street, with the first hour free for motorcycles and the first three hours free for bicycles. I purchased the popular "Kyoto duck and nodoguro (blackthroat seaperch) simmered in dried fish broth with a boiled egg" for 1000 yen from the ticket machine. I sat at the counter and waited. The Kyoto duck was light and refreshing, not too fatty, and the soup had a gentle flavor from simmering the nodoguro. The noodles and vegetables also had a refreshing taste, providing a clean and satisfying experience. It was interesting to change the flavor with yuzu vinegar and yuzu shichimi pepper. While inside the restaurant, the taste wasn't too strong, but once I left, the salty flavor started to come through.