This restaurant is located in a corner of a dining area in the basement of a building called Gion HANARI Yokocho, on the way from Shijo Keihan to Yasaka Shrine. The opening hours are from 10:00 PM, which may be a bit difficult to visit considering the last train time, but I made an effort to visit. The interior has only counter seats, and the menu consists of two types: Shoyu Back Fat Ramen and Shoyu Back Fat Special Ramen. I decided to try the special ramen. The bowl arrived in just a few minutes. The overall first impression was a refined visual with a soup that wasn't too rich in color, white back fat, chashu and menma arranged in the center, and chopped Kujo green onions sprinkled on top, with red chili pepper dancing on the white back fat. It was such an elegant presentation that it felt almost too beautiful to eat. The taste of the soup was very delicious and clear. I thought the back fat might be a bit heavy, but it was not overwhelming, just full of umami. The chopped green onions and scattered chili peppers on the back fat may have added an accent. The noodles were medium-thin straight noodles, and they paired well with the soup, making it a delicious combination. The chashu was also tasty. I visited without drinking alcohol and enjoyed the ramen, but I imagine if I had this ramen as a finishing dish after a bit of drinking, it would have tasted even better. It was an exquisite bowl of ramen. Thank you for the meal.

I visited a ramen shop that is only open from 22:00 to 25:00 and limited to 35 servings per day. Luckily, I was able to get in right before closing time on a Friday night around 24:30. The shop had only a counter with seating for 4 people, and the owner made the ramen right in front of us. I tried the Kyoto-style ramen with pork back fat and soy sauce, and it was surprisingly delicious. The owner had a great atmosphere, and it was a perfect way to end the day. (I wanted to give a higher score, but I heard they get too crowded, so I rated it 3.6)

I rushed in for one last drink before 1 am and ended up encountering the most delicious ramen I have ever tasted in my life. The soup, noodles, chashu, and green onions were all perfect. It is no exaggeration to say that this is the best meal I have had in Kyoto. I highly recommend this place to anyone who is curious. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

Five minutes after opening, there were about 10 people waiting. I thought it would take about 30 minutes to get a seat, but it turned out that only 4 people were seated at a time, and everyone had to finish eating before the next group could be seated. As a result, it took an hour and a half to finish eating. The owner's friendly demeanor seemed to encourage some customers to linger and chat even after eating, causing chaos in seating arrangements. As for the ramen itself, it was a typical Kyoto-style soy sauce and back fat broth. It was well-made but not outstandingly delicious. I have my doubts whether it's worth waiting in line for this ramen. It's similar to the ramen at a popular local shop, and the satisfaction level is about the same. I came here as a tourist this time, but I don't think I'll be coming back. The service was friendly and attentive, so that's a plus.

I went to a ramen restaurant that is open from 10 pm to 1 am after being invited by a friend. It was very delicious. There were only 4 seats, so we had to wait a bit. We arrived at 10:05 pm and waited for about 30 minutes. The staff was very kind and easy to talk to. It's located in a slightly hard-to-find place, so be careful!

I waited in line for 1 hour, but it was too hot where we were standing, haha. The food was delicious, but I'm not sure if I would line up for another hour to go again. The owner had a really nice smile and gave us hair ties as a service. It was my first time at a ramen shop like that, and the service was excellent. ♡

Located in the basement of a mixed-use building in Gion, this ramen shop is only open for a few hours at night. The chef runs the place alone, and the seating is limited, so if you arrive at the wrong time, you may end up waiting for over an hour. However, the wait is worth it. The Kyoto-style ramen with a dollop of pork fat is deliciously light. The only difference between the regular and special ramen is the chashu topping. After eating, the chef took a photo of me with a tablet, as he apparently posts customer pictures on Instagram.

Hidden underground, this ramen shop is a hidden gem that you wouldn't find unless you knew about it. When you descend underground, everything around you is closed, but at the very back, there is a shop with lanterns lit up. I wonder if you could easily find it from the opposite entrance? It's a small shop with only a counter. I ordered ramen and it was ready in about 5 minutes. The appearance may be deceiving, but the ramen had a light yet flavorful soy sauce broth that was quite addictive. It was more delicious than I had imagined. A rare late-night ramen spot in Gion. It was a treat. I would love to come back if I have the chance.

The delicious ramen in Gion, Kyoto is only open from 10 pm to 1 am, making it difficult for customers to visit. Despite facing a long line the previous day, I managed to get in without waiting by pleading with the owner. This ramen is heavenly, especially after drinking alcohol. The soup is both rich and refreshing, warming the stomach. The slightly spicy seasoning adds a nice touch. The light and slurp-worthy noodles are a blend of Japanese soba and ramen. You can enjoy this ramen without feeling heavy and peacefully fall asleep afterwards.

Hidden gem ramen restaurant in a basement of a mixed-use building in Gion that quietly opens late at night. Open from 22:00 to 25:00, with only 35 servings available. Located a 6-minute walk from Gion-shijo Station towards Yasaka Shrine, with access from Shijo-dori and Tomi-nagaya-dori. The exterior has a weathered noren curtain and lantern with the restaurant's name in a narrow passage of the building. The interior is cozy with 5 counter seats and distinctive yellow walls. I arrived around 23:30 and was the 30th customer, so it seems like they may close before 25:00. The ramen is a Kyoto-style chashu ramen with a rich pork fat broth and a hint of spice from red pepper, offering a flavorful yet light taste. You can choose regular or special with extra chashu, and opt for a large or half portion of noodles. The friendly owner provides good service and is willing to share information. I ordered the regular ramen for 900 yen, which came with pork shoulder chashu, green onions, bamboo shoots, and red pepper. The combination of rich pork fat broth, light soy sauce, and low-hydration noodles is a classic Kyoto ramen experience. The chashu has a lean and refreshing taste, making it a perfect late-night meal option.

Located a 4-5 minute walk from Gion Shijo, towards Yasaka Shrine, just past Hanami Koji, there is a place where you can go underground with various shops inside. At the very back, there is a ramen shop. Alternatively, you can also go underground from the opposite side, where you will encounter the ramen shop first. This ramen shop is only open from 22:00 to 25:00 at night. Although it is open until 25:00, they usually only serve around 35 bowls, so they may run out before closing time. I arrived on a Friday around 23:00 and entered the shop around 23:30, and they were already serving the 30th bowl, so they were close to running out. The shop is quite small, with only 4 counter seats. They don't seat customers until all 4 seats are available, so even if you go in a group of 4, you may have to wait for another group to leave before you can enter. The owner is very friendly and likes to chat with customers. The menu consists of ramen only, with options for extra noodles or half portions. If you choose the special, you get more toppings like chashu. The soy-based broth with a layer of back fat on top gives it a Kyoto ramen feel. The addition of chili peppers on top is also a unique touch. The soup is quite light, with a subtle umami flavor from animal ingredients. Some people mentioned it being salty, but on this day, it was quite mild. The chashu, on the other hand, was a bit salty. The noodles are thin and firm, perfect for enjoying a light ramen late at night.

Kyoto Ramen Sadakazu Tabelog Rating: 3.57(as of posting date) "Special Ramen (1000 yen) + Large (100 yen)" Points Established in 2007, this ramen shop offers a pork broth soy sauce ramen. It operates for 3 hours from 22:00 to 1:00, serving only 35 bowls. The same shop also operates during the day in Shijo Omiya. The menu mainly consists of pork broth soy sauce ramen, with occasional limited-time offerings. The broth has a light and elegant taste that appeals to a wide range of customers. They accept card and electronic payments. Located a 5-minute walk from Keihan Gion Shijo Station. [Review] Sadakazu, operating in Gion and Shijo Omiya, offers a light and elegant pork broth soy sauce ramen that is loved by many. In Gion, there are often long lines and the ramen sells out quickly, making it a popular and hard-to-enter ramen shop. The menu consists only of pork broth soy sauce ramen, and I ordered the special version. The beautifully presented dish with vibrant colors is visually pleasing and makes you happy just by looking at it. The red chili pepper topping is not spicy, and the pork broth is not overwhelming, making it a ramen that many can enjoy both visually and in taste. It's a challenge to get a seat at this restaurant, so I highly recommend trying it out. Thank you for the meal. [Hours] 22:00-1:00 Closed: Sundays, holidays

Sada Kazu, a unique restaurant in Rinsyo, is only open for 2 hours during the day and 3 hours late at night in Gion. With a short operating time of 3 hours and only 4 counter seats available, there is always a long line and it can be difficult to get a seat. On this day, the line was not too long, so I had their special ramen as a finishing touch after drinking. The soy sauce soup with a perfect balance had plenty of back fat, but it was light. Sada Kazu is a place that you remember from time to time. It's a refined ramen that is just right for a slightly tipsy palate.

I see, delicious. I visited a ramen specialty shop that only opens for 3 hours from 10 pm for the first time. Even at this late opening time, there were 4-5 groups of people waiting in line. The shop only has 4 seats in a 2*2 arrangement. It seemed like they were rotating groups of 4 people at a time. The menu only offers ramen in two sizes and the option to add extra toppings. Despite the limited menu, each topping was delicious and the ramen had the authentic taste of Kyoto. It was truly a remarkable dish.

Ramen is 800 yen. I went to a late-night open restaurant because work ran late. I knew I had to write my name, but I wondered what would happen if I didn't. Turns out, if you don't write your name, you might not make it before the last train (laughs). Once you write your name, you're good to go anywhere. There's not much waiting space though. If you want to eat before the last train, you should write your name. The restaurant only has 5 seats, so it might not be suitable for large groups. I heard that the difference between the special and regular ramen is the quality of the meat. Now, about the taste... It's definitely light and perfect for finishing off a night of drinking. The slightly soft noodles are nostalgic. The chashu pork wasn't as amazing as some say... I was surprised by the high ratings, it's good but not that great. Maybe it's because of the limited time and seating. Overall, it's just a tasty ramen. I usually go after drinking in Gion, so it's fine for me. But for most people, is it worth seeking out for its rarity? Many seem to value that aspect (laughs).

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"Special Limited Ramen" I went after a long time and had to wait a bit to get in. It's a shop in Gion, Kyoto, open for 3 hours. I ordered the one with Iberico pork chashu, which was small but delicious. The chashu was definitely tasty. But what really stood out was the back fat and chili pepper. That's what makes it perfect. As soon as I took a sip of the soup, the taste came rushing back to me. It's a soup that satisfies and feels familiar. And surprisingly, there was a lot of noodles. Maybe because it's a special dish... Anyway, it's the perfect bowl for when you're a bit tipsy. It captures the nostalgia of Kyoto in a bowl. Some may think they can get the same at other long-standing shops, but what's important is being able to eat it after a night of drinking. It was delicious... And as usual, I got a photo taken on my way out. Haha.

On a regular day at 22:22, I managed to find the building and went downstairs, only to find a long line. I think I was around 13th in line, maybe during the first round of customers eating. Occasionally, the owner would come by and talk to us. It seems they have a system where you have to sign up first. They also asked if we would catch the last train, showing genuine concern. After about 50 minutes, we were seated. They rotate groups of four, so each round lasts about 15 minutes. The menu is very simple, with just one option: pork fat soy sauce ramen. You can choose from limited, special, regular, large, or half size. I ordered the "Pork Fat Soy Sauce Ramen - Regular" for 800 yen. The ramen was served quickly, in about 3 minutes. It looked beautiful with plenty of green onions and a sprinkle of red pepper on top of thin curly noodles in a pork fat-based soy sauce broth. The soup was delicious, not too heavy despite the pork fat, and the soy sauce flavor was just right. The noodles were cooked perfectly, with a good firmness. The portion size was just right for me, not too much. I finished it all in no time. Besides the tasty ramen, the owner's personality really made the experience enjoyable. He was such a nice person! Is he Sadakazu-san? This place is sure to become popular in Gion, even though it's only open at night. They had stickers of past geishas all over the place. Laughed a lot.

In the underground of Gion, there is a ramen shop with only counter seats. From 10 pm, they serve only 30 bowls, giving it a special feel. It's worth the wait... haha. Recently, they started placing a binder where you can write your name while waiting, so I recommend doing that to pass the time. The chef here is really friendly and amazing. The shoyu ramen with plenty of back fat is surprisingly refreshing! It's light, so I recommend getting a large serving! Haha.