After a long time of only operating during the day, the restaurant has resumed its night service! I have been eagerly waiting for the night service to resume as it was difficult for me to visit during the day. I arrived around 7 pm on a weekday and the place was packed. I purchased a ticket for the "Pure Niboshi Ramen" for 950 yen and a "Half Seasoned Egg (with Niboshi Oil)" for 150 yen, then waited for about 5 minutes before being seated. I took a sip of the soup. It has been several months since I last had it, but it is still delicious, as delicious as ever! I enjoyed a bowl without any complaints. Thank you for the meal.

"Specialty Pure Niboshi Ramen" at "Chuka Soba Kono Ki" in Shinjuku, Tokyo. Located at 1-5-3 Kamiochia, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo. Known for their delicious pure niboshi ramen, this place is a must-visit for ramen lovers. Highly recommended by foodies and ramen enthusiasts. #ChukaSobaKonoKi #KonoKi #NiboshiRamen #PureNiboshiRamen #Ramen #RamenLover #RamenGram #TokyoFood #ShinjukuFood #FoodieFavorite #TopRated #RamenHunting #RamenAddict #MustTry

I went to Chukasoba Konoki on Sunday night! Luckily, there was no line since it was Sunday night. I ordered the special pure niboshi ramen with seasoned egg (shoyu), while my companion ordered the mixed noodles. The special ramen had a strong niboshi flavor based on its appearance, but surprisingly, it wasn't overly fishy when I tasted it. Instead, it had a rich umami flavor that impressed me with the contrast between its appearance and taste. The thin noodles had a great texture and sweetness from the wheat flour, and I found myself wanting more even after finishing the bowl. Mixing in the onions halfway through refreshed my palate, allowing me to enjoy the ramen even more. The seasoned egg had a perfect balance of soy sauce saltiness, chicken oil sweetness, and niboshi umami, making it delicious on its own. On the other hand, the mixed noodles had a sweet and salty flavor from the thick noodles combined with chicken oil and soy sauce, and adding vinegar from the table enhanced the tanginess, stimulating my appetite. Finally, adding mayonnaise at the end made it a satisfyingly indulgent dish. It was a delicious bowl of ramen that truly focused on the flavor of niboshi. Thank you for the meal!

I ordered the special boiled dried sardine soba and it was packed with sardine flavor, really delicious. The other menu items also give off a vibe of being undoubtedly delicious, like the stability of Japan's representative player Tomiyasu. The variety of toppings for the mixed egg dish is great, and it's nice that you can also order a half portion. If you love sardine ramen, this is a restaurant you should definitely visit.

I tried the Chigonoki ramen with onion topping at Chinatown in Shinjuku Ward, and it was served in a tea cup. The strong bonito broth paired well with the onion topping. It was nice that you could also add it to the wonton separately. The taste was perfect, with the bonito powder adding a nice accent. It was really delicious.

I decided to wait in line to enter the restaurant on a day when I felt like I was going to get heatstroke. I don't visit this area often, so I didn't want to regret missing out. The food was delicious. They really do a great job. I thoroughly enjoyed the mixed noodles and finished all the soup. I will definitely visit again if I am in the area.

The special boiled dried noodle is ¥1,200 and the half-mixed egg (chicken oil) is ¥200. The first bite packs a punch with a rich dried fish flavor spreading in the mouth. It is as rich as it looks, but not overpowering, and easy to eat. The rare pork chashu is tender with a delicious flavor. The half-mixed egg is also good.

The special pure boiled dried sardine soba costs 1,150 yen, while the seasoned egg (with dried sardine oil) costs 200 yen. In my personal opinion, this was the most delicious dried sardine ramen I have ever had. It is listed in the top 100 restaurants on Tabelog and won first place in the dried sardine category at the TRY Ramen Awards. My impression after eating it was that the dried sardine soup had a strong aftertaste but without any unpleasant bitterness, making it extremely tasty. The noodles were thin and straight, slightly firm, and the chashu consisted of both low-temperature cooked ham-like type and soft, slightly thick chicken chashu, both of which were excellent. The onions served as an accent, enhancing the soup perfectly. As for the seasoned egg, I personally found it delicious to eat it on its own with a sprinkle of tableside dried sardine vinegar, and then mix it with the soup in my mouth. Next time, I think trying the seasoned egg with chicken oil instead of dried sardine may offer a nice variation in flavor.

I entered the restaurant as soon as it opened. It quickly became full. I usually don't order extra pork fat, but I decided to challenge it this time because it was recommended in the reviews. Thanks to that, I'm glad I tried it. It wasn't greasy at all, rather refreshing and easy to eat. The flavor was rich and perfect for replenishing salt after sweating on a hot day. Thank you for the meal.

Second visit. This time, I also ordered beer. The snack that came with it was a nice appetizer while waiting for the ramen to arrive. It was around 11:30 on a weekday, and we were able to enter almost without waiting. Still delicious as always.

I ordered the pure dried fish ramen. The soup definitely had a direct umami taste of dried fish, but there was also a slightly wild and unpleasant complexity to it. I also ordered the dried fish oil seasoned egg, which I found to be more delicious as I could adjust the intensity while eating it, unlike the original noodles.

Arrived at 11:50 on Sunday, no line, got my order at 12:00. Ordered the pure boiled fish broth ramen for 950 yen. The soup was light and refreshing, but packed with plenty of fish flavor. It wasn't too salty, so I couldn't stop slurping it up with the spoon. The noodles were thin and had a nice texture. I also added the half seasoned egg for 250 yen, which was a great addition. It came with small pieces of char siu, green onions, and fish powder. Normally, the ramen comes with 130g of noodles, but the half portion was 65g, making it a convenient option. Overall, I was very satisfied with my meal. I traveled back and forth from Takadanobaba, so it was a zero-sum game! Thank you for the delicious meal! ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)

2023.8.13 2023-372 Chuka Soba Konoki ◎ Special Back Fat and Boiled Fish Broth Ramen for 1200 yen. Purchased a meal ticket. I had never visited Konoki before, even though I had passed by it many times. This was my first visit. I love the Ensanjo-style back fat, so I chose the special back fat option. The soup was rich with a strong dried fish and soy sauce flavor. The noodles were slightly firm, thick, and slightly curly, which I really liked. The toppings included seaweed, onions, bamboo shoots, and a flavored egg. The chashu was a mix of pork and chicken, with pork loin and slow-cooked chicken breast. The meat paired perfectly with the soup and was very enjoyable. I've been eating too much ramen lately, so I decided to skip the sides this time. Thank you for the delicious meal! 😊 #Ramen #Tsukemen #ChukaSobaKonoki #RamenMemoirs #NoodleGram #Shinjuku, Tokyo #ExperimentalNoodleLift #ChashuLift

I had bookmarked a restaurant that I had been curious about for a while, but it was not easily accessible despite being close by. I drove there and could only find a difficult-to-park coin parking nearby. I managed to park and visit the restaurant. I arrived around 11:30, thinking that it was still before the holiday rush. There were three people ahead of me in line. I was able to enter the restaurant after waiting for about 10 minutes, but it was tough in the scorching heat. I ordered the special pure dried fish soba and the seasoned egg with pork back fat. I was also quite interested in the pork back fat dried fish soba, so I was hoping for a compromise. The dried fish soba had a rich flavor without any bitterness or fishiness, and it was incredibly delicious. The seasoned egg was well-flavored and could be eaten on its own. It was recommended to eat it like tsukemen, so I started that way, but I wanted to enjoy it as ramen, so I put it all in. However, it became quite salty... I wonder if the other seasoned eggs have a milder saltiness? I regret not savoring the original flavor of the soup until the end because the soup was so delicious. Next time, I will think about how to eat it and enjoy the default soup.

I had pure boiled dried noodle. I love dried fish, so I thought the strong flavor and rich soup were amazing. The noodles also tasted great with the soup. I was talking with my family about the meat on top, one was chicken ham but we weren't sure about the other one. I don't like fatty chashu, so I enjoyed both meats. I want to try a different noodle next time.

<Introduction> Last week was busy so I couldn't have lunch. Today, I felt like having some intense fish-based ramen, so I decided to visit this famous shop known for its boiled fish ramen, 'Chuka Soba Konoki'. I'm not very knowledgeable about ramen, but when it's called a famous shop, I can't help but want to try it out. I got off at Higashi-Nakano Station, even though Ochiai Station is actually closer, due to transfer connections. I walked along a major street from the west exit and turned right halfway, arriving in about 10 minutes. I arrived 15 minutes before opening time and there was no line. Maybe it doesn't get crowded early due to its location. I wandered around the area and arrived a little before opening time to find two people waiting in line. The line is on the right side facing the shop, as indicated at the entrance. I bought my meal ticket right away, opting for the classic boiled fish ramen and was tempted by the seasoned egg, but I stayed true to my choice and ordered rice. I got some water from the water dispenser near the entrance and waited for a bit. <Tasting> I was overwhelmed by the sight of a large amount of boiled fish in a big sieve, and in about 5 minutes, my bowl was served. The color is so intense! You can tell that a lot of boiled fish is used just by looking at it. I scooped up some soup with a large spoon and took a sip... it's deliciously salty! The saltiness really stands out! At the same time, the umami and unique aroma of the boiled fish gently waft through my nose. The soup is light, so it goes down smoothly and you can easily drink it up. Next, the noodles... the firmness of the thin noodles cooked al dente is delightful! This type of noodle really complements boiled fish ramen. There are two slices of chicken breast and pork loin char siu, both cooked tender and moist. They go perfectly with the soup, and the rice is also very satisfying. <Conclusion> I enjoyed the crunchy texture of the onions while finishing up the soup. It was a bowl that delivered the umami of the boiled fish while being light and easy to drink. The more I drank, the more I got hooked. It's nice that two slices of char siu come as standard. Even though it's a famous shop, it doesn't get too crowded right after opening, so if you're curious, I recommend visiting early.

I had the half portion of special boiled dried fish and seasoned egg with dried fish oil. It's really great that they offer a half portion of the seasoned egg! You can choose between chicken oil and dried fish oil. The aroma of dried fish is strong but not overpowering, with a pleasant bitterness. The onion is not too spicy and there is no unpleasant smell. The dried fish vinegar on the table is also excellent.

I visited the restaurant around 10:45 on Sunday. The restaurant opens at 11:00, and there were already 3 groups waiting in line when I arrived. By opening time, there were about 8 groups in line. The exterior of the restaurant is simple. Inside, you buy your meal ticket from a machine on the right as soon as you enter. There are table and counter seats, and the space between seats is narrow. I ordered the Ajitama Jyunko Niboshi Ramen for 1080 yen. The moment it arrived, you could tell it was rich and flavorful just by looking at it and smelling it. It's a classic ramen with two kinds of chashu (chicken and pork), seasoned egg, seaweed, and chopped onions. The soup is super rich with a strong niboshi (dried sardine) flavor. The noodles are thin and straight, cooked al dente and delicious. As the name suggests, it's a delicious ramen where you can purely enjoy the rich niboshi flavor.

81st bowl in 2023 at Konoki Tokyo Metro Tozai Line Ochiai Station. The pure boiled dried sardine ramen had a well-balanced sardine flavor in all aspects - offense, defense, and overall balance. It was very delicious. I want to live around this area, so I need to research it soon! I also want to try other dishes. #Konoki #Higashi-Nakano #Nakano #SardineRamen #Sardine #Ochiai

After enjoying a seafood bowl, I had some business in Shinjuku, so I headed to Ochiai for some ramen at Chinatown Soba Konoki. It's about a 6-7 minute walk from Ochiai station. The restaurant operates on a ticket system where you buy your meal ticket first. They specialize in soup made from dried sardines, offering options like pure dried sardine ramen, lard dried sardine ramen, and mixed dried sardine ramen. They also have a popular dish called "Waedama." I went for the classic pure dried sardine ramen with a flavored egg. The soup was rich and full of dried sardine flavor, and the chicken char siu matched perfectly. I couldn't resist ordering another drink. I wanted to try the Waedama too, but I resisted the temptation. Looking at other tables, the Waedama looked really delicious though.