Earlier, the ramen I had was delicious, but now I'm feeling frustrated with the system and I want to vent my frustration! So, I decided to visit "Daisho Ramen Main Store." When I arrived, I saw a surprising line of people, even a cat passing by was surprised! The parking lot was huge! I wrote my name in the waiting list and waited for 23 minutes before entering the restaurant. I ordered the following: - Taste Comparison Set 990 yen - Gyoza 450 yen The Taste Comparison Set was ordered with extra firm noodles. It included a mini bowl of regular ramen and a mini bowl of old-fashioned ramen. Even though they were mini portions, they were quite satisfying! First, I tried the regular ramen. The tonkotsu soup was relatively light and suitable for all ages. The low-hydration, medium-thin straight noodles had a great texture and chewiness. The soup coated the noodles perfectly. The old-fashioned ramen had a rich, pork bone broth with a strong punch of flavor. The traditional technique used to prepare this ramen was evident in its powerful taste. The homemade lard added sweetness and richness to the soup. The condiments like pickled ginger, grated garlic, and sesame were a nice touch for flavor variations. The chashu was also delicious! The gyoza had a thick skin with juicy filling inside. It was simply delicious. It's no wonder that Kurume ramen, known as the origin of tonkotsu ramen, is so good! I prefer the richer flavor of Kurume ramen over Hakata ramen. Overall, it was a great dining experience.

Hello! I am a ramen enthusiast in my 40s. I had to take a sudden day off work due to severe temporomandibular joint pain and went to the dentist. While taking painkillers, I decided to push through and visit the main branch of Daikan Ramen, a place I had been wanting to go to. The area near Daikan Ramen's main branch is where I spent my childhood. It's not a taste that I grew up with, as I have no memory of going there as a child. It wasn't until I became an adult that I tried their ramen at the main branch and other locations a few times. Nonetheless, reaching my 100th review at this restaurant feels incredibly meaningful. I visited around 2:00 PM on a weekday and there was a line of people waiting to write their names down. The majority of customers were teenagers, with many high school girls in uniform coming in and out. After about a 10-minute wait, I was seated at the counter. I ordered the classic ramen for 780 yen, along with a side of rice and gyoza for 260 yen, totaling 1,040 yen. The ramen arrived and the first sip of the soup was delicious. It's hard to describe, but everything from the soup, noodles, chashu, crispy menma, and shinachiku was excellent. This is the epitome of tonkotsu ramen, not just in Kurume, but in all of Kyushu. I can't find the right words to express it. While there are countless delicious tonkotsu ramen shops, could it be said that they are all just imitations of Daikan Ramen? Based on my experience of trying various tonkotsu ramen, I think the portion size here is on the smaller side. I personally don't get extra noodles. They offer onigiri sets, but I wish they had fried rice as well. Maybe I'm being too critical. Nevertheless, I can't imagine not ranking Daikan Ramen's main branch at the top of my personal list. Ramen has the power to make you forget your troubles. Focusing on a bowl of ramen is like practicing mindfulness. If the ramen is delicious, life is at its best! Thank you for the meal!

I visited the main store of the ramen shop, following the visits to the Tenjin and Yoshinogari stores. I had the classic ramen (730 yen). The ramen used to come with lard chips on top, which added a strong fragrance and richness of lard. Personally, I prefer the classic ramen. For first-time visitors, there is a menu for comparing different types of ramen, which can be enjoyable. The saltiness and pork bone soup of the ramen, which is similar to tonkotsu shoyu, are outstanding. I also enjoyed the Saga ramen I had before, as I love this type of ramen. The parking lot in front of the store is only for light vehicles. There are parking lots across the street, diagonally across, and next to the block where the store is located.

I visited during lunchtime. When I arrived at exactly 12 o'clock, there were already about 10 people in line. The location is close to Nishitetsu Kurume, and there are plenty of private parking lots nearby, which is reassuring. Upon entering the store, the lively voices of the staff and their operations created a bustling atmosphere. The interior lighting was bright, and the place seemed well-maintained. Luckily, we were guided to a tatami room for four people. The ramen lineup consisted of two main types: the mild "Ramen" (650 yen) and the rich "Mukashi Ramen" (700 yen). After some hesitation, I ordered the Mukashi Ramen (700 yen) and a set with onigiri (one onigiri and five gyoza for 260 yen!). The generous portion for 960 yen was quite reasonable in today's standards! Well done. Now, I took a sip of their famous soup. The fried lard added a deep richness and complexity to the flavor. You could feel the effort and dedication put in by the craftsmen. Delicious. The noodles were slightly thicker than Hakata-style noodles. I ordered them to be cooked normally, and they had a good chewiness with a subtle wheat fragrance. The toppings included a seasoned egg, chashu, green onions, bamboo shoots, and fried lard. Everything came together harmoniously at a high level. Applause. It was a ramen that made me hope they continue to serve this delicious dish forever. I even finished the ramen soup to the last drop. Thank you for the great Kurume ramen. I will definitely come back.

On Saturday, R5.9.16 at 11:00, I visited the main branch of Daikan Ramen, a famous ramen shop in Kurume, after traveling by bus from Saga. There was a signboard outside where I wrote my name and joined the line of about 10 people waiting. The turnover was fast, and I was able to enter the shop in about 10 minutes. I sat at the counter, ordered a beer and the "Mukashi Ramen," and toasted with the beer as soon as it arrived. The beer came with a side of pickles, and I ordered the noodles firm. The "Mukashi Ramen" is known to be richer and made with lard compared to the regular ramen, so I naturally chose that. The soup was a light-toned tonkotsu broth. At first, it felt surprisingly light and a bit lacking in flavor, but gradually the umami and aroma increased, drawing me in as I continued to eat. Still, it was a tonkotsu soup that was lighter than I expected. I added grated garlic and "karashi garlic" from the table condiments to give it a punch. The noodles were thin straight noodles, slightly thicker than Hakata-style noodles, and paired well with the soup. The toppings included chashu, crispy bits, egg, seaweed, bamboo shoots, and green onions. The chashu in the "Mukashi Ramen" was juicy pork belly. The crispy bits were likely fried lard, adding a nice accent. The eggs, bamboo shoots, and other toppings made for a relatively luxurious combination. All of this for 780 yen was fantastic. I almost finished all of the soup and then paid the bill. I was satisfied with the Kurume ramen, which was easier to eat than I had expected. If I ever visit this area again, I would like to try other Kurume ramen shops. Thank you for the meal.

A ramen shop in Kurume. Similar to Hakata ramen with tonkotsu broth, but it has a unique feature of fried pork fat on top. I ordered ramen from the past. There was wonton noodles on the menu and I ordered without hesitation. It was delicious without any unpleasant smell. I went in the evening and was seated right away, but there was a short wait when leaving. A popular shop.

I heard that this restaurant always has long lines, so I was nervous when I went, but it was actually empty on a weekday evening. When I entered the restaurant, the smell of tonkotsu was strong. Despite the smell, the taste was surprisingly light and I ordered an extra serving of noodles. It was delicious. There were various menu options, so I would like to try other dishes next time.

Established in 1953, this renowned shop is the originator of the "kaeshi" method that has become a representative technique in modern tonkotsu ramen. Their rich and creamy tonkotsu broth is enhanced by the subtle flavor of special lard, creating a hearty and sophisticated taste. The firm and thin noodles, even when ordered firm, have no powdery texture and are finished with a robust strength. The thinly sliced chashu has a melt-in-your-mouth texture, and the crispy fried pork fat adds a bitter and fragrant depth to the dish.

I ordered regular ramen. It seems that the side dishes vary depending on the branch. The main branch had chashu onigiri. The ramen was not too rich but had a good flavor, and it was delicious. The extra noodle refill was only 100 yen, which I felt was very reasonable.

This summer vacation, we went to Kitakyushu. My husband did some research beforehand and found a ramen shop in Kurume that he wanted to visit, so he drove us there in a rental car. There were plenty of private parking lots around the shop, indicating that it was a popular place. Even though it was a weekday, there was a line of people waiting to get in front of the shop. We wrote down our names for the waitlist and waited for about 15 minutes. The atmosphere inside the shop was surprisingly calm. They provided cold green tea and two hair ties, which was a nice touch. We tied our hair back with the hair ties and ordered using a touch panel tablet. We could choose the firmness of the noodles and whether we wanted green onions. My husband ordered the Wan Tan Ramen for 930 yen, my daughter ordered the Mini Ramen for 530 yen, and I ordered the Soy Sauce Tonkotsu Ramen for 860 yen. The Soy Sauce Tonkotsu Ramen was incredibly delicious! The burnt garlic was a nice touch, and the noodles were firm with plenty of green onions. I wanted to get a second helping, but I realized that I can't eat as much as I used to. I wonder when I'll get to eat it again. I hope they open a branch in Kansai. The Kurume Ramen was so delicious. I'm grateful to my husband for researching and taking us there. Thank you for the meal.

I went to Kyurumei no Taiho Ramen around noon and luckily there were only three people in line so we were able to get in quickly. The tonkotsu ramen here is unique because it comes with wontons, which caught my attention. I decided to order the wonton ramen with fried lard topping, which is a specialty here. The wontons paired well with the tonkotsu broth, and I was pleasantly surprised by how delicious the wontons were.

Heading towards Kurume City, the third most populous city in Fukuoka. The train from Tenjin on the Nishitetsu line swiftly crosses the Chikushi Plain. Getting off at a small station just before Kurume, the goal is a popular local spot called "Canon Ramen." Walking through the old residential area, a splendid new building houses the shop. The staff diligently maintain the soup, vigorously stirring the pork bone in the pot with a large stick. Their shirts bear the words "Yobimodoshiyu," signifying the calling back of the soup. It seems to involve continuously adding and simmering the soup to maintain its rich flavor without spoiling. Regardless, this replenished soup is the distinctive traditional technique of Kurume's renowned shop. The most popular item is the "Mukashi Ramen" (¥780 tax included). By the way, the regular ramen using the same replenished soup is ¥730. The "Mukashi" version is slightly pricier due to the inclusion of homemade lard for a rich finish. Despite feeling foolish for paying extra for pork fat that's bad for health, visitors anticipate the deliciousness. The firm, chewy noodles, slightly thicker than Hakata style, perfectly complement the flavorful soup. Different from Hakata and Kumamoto, the unique taste of Kurume's ramen shines through. It's said that Kurume is not only the birthplace of tonkotsu ramen but also the birthplace of ramen itself. Even the tourism posters in Kurume focus on ramen. While many cities capitalize on food tourism, Kurume's fascinating story makes it truly intriguing.

Representing Kurume, this super famous long-established ramen shop. Arrived almost at the opening time and got a seat at the counter for the first round. Since I came all the way to the main store, I ordered the old ramen and a ramen comparison set for 990 yen. It arrived in about 5 minutes. The mini ramen came in a relatively large bowl with plenty of soup. The rich and mellow soup, with a subtle tonkotsu smell, is very easy to eat and has a flavor that appeals to everyone. The noodles are medium-thin straight noodles with a good texture. The old ramen has added richness and flavor from lard, and the chashu is fatty overall. It also includes crispy shiitake mushrooms as a topping. There are also plenty of condiments on the table, and I enjoyed enhancing the flavor with grated garlic. While both have the same base, you may feel more of the tonkotsu flavor in the regular ramen without the added lard. The soup, which has been continuously replenished since the shop's establishment about 70 years ago, allows you to feel the history of tonkotsu ramen! Truly a top-notch main store of a long-established shop.

The parking lot had a security guard, so I was able to park smoothly. There were a lot of people waiting outside the restaurant, but after writing my name on the waiting list and sitting on the bench outside, I was able to enter in about 15 minutes. I had ramen here before, and it was really delicious. I added some pickled ginger and garlic to my dish and enjoyed changing the flavor as I ate.

I visited Kurume for the first time and had to make a stop at the place I had been curious about for a long time, the Daikan Ramen Main Store. It was a perfect opportunity to create a memorable experience in Kurume. I arrived around 1 pm, taking the train from Fukuoka City to Kurume City on the Nishitetsu line, and walked from the station to the restaurant. Finally, I got to try the Daikan Ramen. It was a special moment to be in Kurume, known as the birthplace of tonkotsu ramen. Since I am a food lover, I wanted to try both the rich traditional ramen and the mellow classic ramen. Both were delicious, but I found the classic ramen to be richer and more suited to modern tastes. I enjoyed adding pickled ginger and sesame to change up the flavors. For first-time visitors to this gourmet spot, I recommend trying the ramen comparison set. It was a delicious ramen experience.

I used to love this ramen place in the past, but now it tastes too salty for me. When I took my friend from Tokyo there, the manager or leader seemed a bit unhappy when we decided to share one bowl. It would have been better if we each ordered a mini ramen. The young staff was kind and brought us extra plates. I don't think I'll recommend this place to my friends from out of town anymore.

[Visit date: Mid-June 2023] Visited around 7:00 PM on a weekday, with a rating of 3.57 at the time of visit. About a 10-minute walk from Nishitetsu Kurume Station. It's a bit far. Passed through a large torii gate into a residential area. It seems to have parking available. There were empty seats, so I chose my favorite spot to sit. There were many interesting menu items. Here's what I ordered: - Ramen (¥730 including tax) + Onigiri set (¥260 including tax) There were traditional ramen and regular ramen options, and I chose the regular ramen. There was also a set where you could eat two mini-sized ramen bowls. I also wanted to try the gyoza, so I added a set to the regular ramen. The soup had a creamy appearance but had a rich pork flavor. It was delicious. The garlic and pickled ginger on the table paired well with it. I finished dining in about 15 minutes. It was great to try Kurume ramen, especially at the original shop. Be sure to do thorough research as there are similar-sounding shop names. Thank you for the meal.

I came to Kurume and decided to visit the main store. It was a weekday but there was a long line because it's very popular. The taste was great! I had the usual Daikan Ramen. What's amazing about Daikan Ramen is that the taste is consistent across all their stores, which shows great management effort.

I arrived at the store at 4 pm on Saturday evening and was able to get in without waiting! It seemed like it was getting crowded with a security guard by the time I left around 5 pm! It was my first time at the main store, and I felt that the main store was the most delicious. I personally found the regular ramen tastier than the old ramen! The dumplings were delicious too! I also had beer with my meal! Adding garlic or spicy miso garlic made it even more delicious! Thank you for the meal!

This was my first time in Kurume. I heard that tonkotsu ramen originated in Kurume, so I decided to visit the main branch. I ordered the ramen in large size without any extra toppings. The ramen was surprisingly light and easy to eat. It didn't have the strong pork bone smell that you might find in Hakata-style ramen. It's a tonkotsu ramen that would appeal to everyone. Overall, it was just a delicious bowl of ramen. If there's a long line, I'm not sure if I would wait. Thank you for the meal!

The Chashu Ramen for 930 yen is as described on the menu, with plenty of juicy pork belly. They also offer an option for extra noodles for 150 yen, along with a side of ramen sauce. The restaurant is located in a back alley, so it may be a bit difficult to find. They have a good number of parking spaces available. When I arrived around 11:30 am on a weekday, the restaurant was already full and there were many customers waiting outside. I had to write my name and number of people in a list by the entrance, then wait patiently on a chair outside. After about 10 minutes, I was seated at the counter. There is no ticket machine, so you have to place your order verbally. I chose the "old-fashioned" ramen, which was a rich and well-balanced tonkotsu ramen. It was incredibly delicious. They have a variety of other interesting menu items like a comparison set between regular and old-fashioned ramen, a recall black ramen, and soy sauce tonkotsu ramen. Despite the busy lunch hour, the restaurant was constantly filled with customers coming in. The staff, although numerous, were all energetic and efficient. It was impressive to see how smoothly they operated in such a popular establishment.