On Tuesday, I visited the main store of "Dainaka Ramen" in Fushimi Momoyama. The atmosphere felt like a time slip with a street stall-like setting. I ordered the "Dainaka Ramen with extra firm meat (860 yen)" and a "fried rice (regular size, 430 yen)". I heard someone say, "I'll make it a set for you," but since there was no set menu written, I ignored it. A little later, I saw a "night set meal menu" which included a set with fried rice for 1,040 yen. I felt like I got a good deal. The noodles were firm, the soup was original flavor (pork bone soy sauce), the taste was normal, the amount of bean sprouts and green onions were normal, there was a hot spring egg but no kimchi. There were various optional toppings available. The dishes arrived in 3 minutes. I took a bite of the "Dainaka Ramen". It was delicious. The rich pork bone soup had a great umami flavor. The soup seemed like it could get greasy as time passed, but it was so satisfying. The balance of lean and fatty meat in the extra firm meat was exquisite. In addition to the extra firm meat, you could choose from loin meat and pork belly, which was something new. Toppings included seaweed, bamboo shoots, green onions, and pickled ginger. The noodles were medium-thin straight noodles, which paired perfectly with the soup. Next, I took a bite of the fried rice. It was delicious. The fried rice was moist from the oil, not dry and had a good mix of green onions, egg, and roasted pork. The seasoning was slightly strong. I was surprised to find this kind of ramen shop in Kyoto. It might be worth including in your Kyoto sightseeing itinerary. Thank you for the meal.

Here, the special ramen at Oonaka-san‼️ is operating in collaboration with a neighboring temporary store due to renovations‼️ They serve thick Kyushu noodles with a rich pork bone broth✨ However, toppings like bean sprouts, seasoned egg, and kimchi, which are not typically found in authentic Kyushu ramen, are offered for free as standard, which may be the reason for their prosperity.

It had been a while since I last visited, and they were doing renovation work next door. I ordered the ramen with extra pork belly, firm noodles, original flavor, strong flavor, extra bean sprouts, extra green onions, with a soft-boiled egg and kimchi on top. All of this for 730 yen is a great deal, and it was incredibly delicious. I couldn't resist ordering an extra serving of noodles for 120 yen. Getting an extra serving allows you to enjoy the deliciousness twice.

When I arrived at the store, I was shocked to see that it was under construction, and I completely missed the sign. I was feeling really down, but then a staff member kindly called out to me, and I was able to enter the store. I ordered the Special Thick Katabararosu with firm noodles and extra green onions. When I took a sip of the soup... Wow! It was truly special and thick. The viscosity of the soup made it difficult to scoop up the noodles. It was so delicious that I wanted to eat a lot quickly, but the piping hot thick soup made it a challenge. However, it was amazing. Even when I added garlic or sesame oil for flavor variation, the rich soup remained unchanged. The thin noodles brought plenty of soup with each bite. The char siu was excellent, and the texture and kick of the green onions further stimulated my appetite. Personally, when I order extra green onions, I expect them to be the star of the ramen, but in this case, it didn't turn out that way. However, it was still very enjoyable. The staff members were also very lovely, and I was able to enjoy my meal in a great mood. Taste is important, but so is the atmosphere. This place is a winner. By the way, they will be operating in the neighboring store until the end of February next year. Thank you for the meal!

Large size Katabararosu (extra large) ¥890 - Fried chicken (2 pieces) ¥180. This place offers a chicken and pork bone soy sauce-based soup with noodles that are so delicious that you can't stop eating after just one bite. You can customize your order by choosing the firmness of the noodles, type of soup, toppings, and even the type of chashu. With endless options to suit your preferences, you can truly enjoy the experience of finding your perfect bowl of ramen.

I heard that there is quite a wait at this popular restaurant, so even though it opens at 11:00, I went around 10:30 and was the first in line (lol). I ordered the most standard "Dainaka Katabararosu" ramen. I thought it was "Daichu" but it was actually "Dainaka," so I felt a little embarrassed when ordering. There were various free toppings to choose from, so I went with "noodle texture...normal, soup flavor...original (pork bone soy sauce), richness of flavor...strong, amount of bean sprouts...a lot, amount of green onions...a lot, hot spring egg...yes, kimchi...yes." The ramen was rich and very delicious. The interior of the restaurant is old, but some parts were dirty, so people who are particular about cleanliness may not like this place.

Special Ramen Oonaka Honten: Oonaka Umami Katame Nami + 3 pieces of Karaage Set ¥1100. Rating (personal opinion): 3.5. This place is really hitting the spot. You can add free onsen egg and kimchi as toppings, and the set comes with pickled vegetables. The prices are cheap and it's the perfect place to eat after drinking. #SpecialRamenOonakaHonten #Oonaka #KyotoRamen #Shime-no-Ramen

I used to go to this restaurant countless times during my student days, and it was my first visit in a long time. The ramen had a rich and flavorful taste of the Tenkaippin style, but it wasn't overpowering. It was delicious. There was also a special thick soup that I don't remember from before, and it was also excellent. The chashu was consistently tasty, and the egg kimchi for flavor variation was the best.

The menu offers traditional tonkotsu ramen with a choice of lean or fatty pork, and different cuts of pork chashu. Customers can customize their ramen with options like noodle firmness, soup richness, bean sprouts, green onions, soft-boiled egg, and kimchi toppings. You can also try special menu items like extra-rich soup ramen or the original under-the-train-tracks ramen from when the restaurant first opened. On my first visit, I kept it simple with medium fatty pork, soft-boiled egg, and kimchi toppings. The tonkotsu soup is smooth and delicious, making me want to come back for more. If this place was nearby, I would visit 2-3 times a week. The noodles are slightly thicker and straight, typical of Kyoto. The firm and chewy noodles pair well with the generous portions of green onions and chashu, creating a classic Kyoto ramen experience.

The ramen shop under the guard has a strong Showa era scent. The most popular item on the menu was the "Daichu Umami Kata" regular size (730 yen). In a world where many ramen dishes cost over 1,000 yen, this price is a pleasant surprise. The noodles were cooked perfectly, the flavor was rich, and the amount of bean sprouts and green onions, as well as the free toppings like onsen egg and kimchi, were customizable. The rich chicken and pork bone broth paired excellently with the firm thin noodles. I enjoyed every bite until the end.

Thick, rich, Kata-Bara-Roast Ramen - Regular - 830 yen Every day, the famous YouTuber SUSURU, known for promoting a healthy lifestyle through ramen, visited Daichu Ramen! I was surprised to see him on YouTube, so I decided to go try it before work. Around 11:30 am on a weekday, the restaurant was quite busy. I sat at the counter and ordered the same ramen SUSURU had, but I usually go for the thick ramen, so I stuck with my order. I asked for firm noodles and extra green onions. Shortly after ordering, they brought out the black garlic oil. It only took about 5 minutes for my ramen to arrive. I mixed in the garlic oil and enjoyed the thick, rich soup. It was surprisingly delicious! SUSURU had mentioned the staff in the kitchen, but I didn't know there were "Soup Chef" and "Noodle Chef" roles. The person in charge of the soup that day was named Ume-san! The chashu consisted of one slice each of lean, fatty, and roast pork, each showcasing its own deliciousness. I finished quickly and left after 15 minutes! It's great that the restaurant is becoming more popular, but I hope it doesn't get too crowded in the future. It's a bit of a contradiction, but I hope they continue to thrive and gain more recognition on food review sites! Thank you for the meal, I will definitely be back!

In front of the Mausoleum of the Toyotomi in Momoyama, Oonaka-san is known for their late-night ramen, but their gyoza is also delicious! The gyoza is filled with juicy meat and served piping hot. The classic tonkotsu ramen is still as good as ever, with a huge amount of chashu on top. The service has remained unchanged for decades! Thank you so much!

Around 6:00 PM on Sunday, I passed by in my car and parked at a nearby coin parking lot. I walked under the elevated structure of Momoyama Goryo Station and quickly found the restaurant. There were two groups waiting outside. After about 5 minutes, I entered and immediately placed my order. I ordered the most popular dish, the richly flavored ramen with firm noodles and fried rice. You can choose between original and new flavors for the soup, but I forgot which one I chose. I selected the tonkotsu (pork bone) flavor, with normal richness, normal amount of bean sprouts, extra green onions, a soft-boiled egg, and kimchi on the side. The tonkotsu soup was smooth and slightly light. It was a type of soup that didn't make you feel heavy afterwards, which was nice. Mixing the soft-boiled egg and kimchi added richness to the soup. The lean pork slices were tender and delicious. I asked for a normal amount of bean sprouts, but there was hardly any in the bowl. The noodles were thin and you could get a refill. After finishing the meal, I didn't feel uncomfortably full or heavy, it had a mild flavor. The restaurant was run by three men who were all very kind and provided friendly service from the customer's perspective. I left the restaurant feeling very satisfied. Oh, I also had the fried rice, which was just average.

I decided to stop by after a long time and tried the Daichu Umami Ramen for 730 yen. A few years ago, it was 600 yen for a pork ramen. The soup has a wild tonkotsu flavor with a slightly increased saltiness. It's closer to the general preference now. If we compare it to chicken white broth, it's like the taste of Tenkaippin. Some people prefer a more refined, frothy taste, but it's a matter of personal preference.

The YouTuber Kotatsu Han introduced this restaurant that I've been curious about for a while. The customization options for flavor intensity, noodle firmness, types of flavors, amount of green onions, presence of kimchi and soft-boiled egg, etc., were impressive. Even though I was already too full and uncomfortable, the food was delicious.

I visited a popular ramen shop near Kyoto Momoyama Mausoleum for the first time! I arrived on a Saturday afternoon at 6 o'clock and was seated immediately without having to wait outside. The shop has a retro atmosphere from the early Showa period in a raised shopping street. I ordered the Umami-Kata ramen, specifying the meat cut I wanted. The pork bone soup that sticks to your throat was great! I enjoyed it very much.

Located a 3-5 minute walk from Toshayamagoryo-mae Station, is the popular ramen shop "Tokusei Ramen Daichu Honten". This traditional, old-fashioned ramen shop operates under the guard of a bridge, creating a nostalgic atmosphere. The shop offers counter and table seating, with a predominantly male clientele. One of the highlights of this shop is the ability to customize your ramen for free, including choosing the firmness of the noodles, the richness of the soup, the amount of bean sprouts and green onions, as well as adding extras like onsen tamago and kimchi. They also offer a variety of affordable set meals. During my visit, I tried the Daichu Umami Rich Style ramen with a side of half-fried rice and two pieces of fried chicken. The soup, made from a blend of two types of pork bones and three types of chicken bones, was thick and flavorful, complementing the firm thin noodles perfectly. The addition of pickled ginger, green onions, and flavorful chashu enhanced the overall taste of the ramen. The crispy fried rice coated in oil and the crunchy fried chicken were also delicious! The shop provides a variety of condiments like garlic and spicy chili flakes for those who enjoy customizing their ramen. If you're a fan of rich and flavorful ramen, I highly recommend visiting this shop. Thank you for the meal!

A popular ramen shop in Fushimi, located under the guard of the Kintetsu Nara Line, Momoyama Go-ryoumae Station. It has been around for over 20 years. It has become a favorite spot for my sons now, and we visited for lunch with my two sons and wife. Despite living nearby in Fushimi where there are many ramen shops, I never felt motivated to go until now. We went on a Saturday afternoon around 1 o'clock, and as expected, there were about 5 groups waiting in line. The staff efficiently guided each group to their seats without being told the number of people in the group. The menu was handed out near the front of the line, where you could choose the ramen you wanted to eat. My sons mentioned that the menu used to be just text without photos, but it has changed now. You can choose between "original flavor" and "new flavor" for the soup, as well as the type of chashu, extra noodles, and toppings like half-boiled egg, kimchi, and bean sprouts for free. You also have to specify the firmness of the noodles. The service was excellent, but as an older gentleman, I found the complicated ordering process a bit tedious. I ordered the regular original flavor ramen with firm noodles, regular chashu, regular green onions, with an egg, kimchi, and gyoza on the side. There was no ramen and gyoza set menu, but there was a ramen, gyoza, and rice set which seemed like a good deal, so I gave the rice to my son. The ramen arrived within a few minutes of ordering, but the gyoza was a bit delayed. The ramen was a soy sauce pork bone broth, rich but not overpowering, and paired well with the thin noodles. My sons enjoyed the regular chashu, saying the belly was a bit heavy. The gyoza was delicious, and the sweetness of the cabbage complemented the saltiness of the ramen. My sons agreed that if it's a ramen shop in this area, this would be the one to go to. The taste is definitely top-notch, but the waiting in line and ordering process makes me hesitant to return.