This time, the restaurant is "Kameido Niboshi Ramen Tsukii". Located in Kameido, this popular ramen shop is known for its representative niboshi (dried sardine) ramen in Kameido. The entrance looks like a standing bar, but don't hesitate to go in. Inside, you will find a ramen shop with only a counter. It was around 7:00 pm when I visited. It seems like there are long lines during the day, but I was able to go without waiting in line at night. Lucky me. I ordered the "Special Rich Soba". There is a note that says, "Our rich soba is unbelievably rich and quite salty." It's tempting, isn't it? After a short wait, the ramen arrived. At first glance, it looked like a typical rich niboshi soup. When I picked up the spoon, I realized, "Oh, this is really rich." I was excited to try it. Here we go. Review: - Special Rich Niboshi Soba 1150 yen As soon as I tasted the soup, "Wow! It's rich!" But delicious! The soup has a very thick and sticky texture with a strong saltiness and intense flavor and aroma of niboshi. It is indeed very rich and intense. However, it gives the impression of a soup that has not only compressed the flavor of niboshi but also thoroughly cooked animal ingredients to create an oily richness. The noodles are medium-thick and cooked quite firm, so you can feel the chewiness and thickness more than you see. But for this rich soup, it needs to be this rich, right? The combination is perfect. Every time I slurp the noodles, I feel a strong saltiness. The toppings are all delicious. The chicken chashu has a refreshing lemon-like taste that pairs well with the niboshi soup, and the roast pork chashu is tender and full of flavor. The chopped onions are a perfect match. Pushing through the rich niboshi soup with onions and slurping the noodles. It's incredibly delicious. I was impressed by the rich niboshi ramen I had a while ago at Niboshi Mania, but the rich niboshi ramen at Tsukii was also impressive from a different perspective. Oh, it was delicious. Epilogue: The rich soba is better described as simply "rich" rather than "rich". The flavor and saltiness are extremely rich, and honestly, I think it's not for everyone, and many people may not like it. Well, honestly, I like it. I wouldn't recommend it to others, but if you go to Kameido, you must try it. It's a special ramen with a certain addictive quality. I'm curious about their regular Chinese soba. I might try that next time. Well, thank you for the meal. It was very delicious.

I challenged the rich soba noodles again. I regretted going for the normal option the second time after being intimidated by the richness of the first time I tried it. This time, I was able to enjoy the richness and appreciate the deliciousness. The topping of mixed raw egg, pickled ginger, and mayonnaise was consistently tasty, and I definitely want to go back.

Visited alone on Sunday at 7:13 PM. This restaurant is located inside a building called "Square Sanpo". Initially, I had trouble finding the location and got a little lost. The first floor of the building has a chaotic atmosphere like a Southeast Asian food stall street, and I had to navigate through other customers drinking at different shops to reach this restaurant in the back of the building. When I arrived, there were two customers waiting for seats, but there were three scattered seats available. I purchased food tickets for "Rich Ramen with Flavored Egg 1100 yen", "Mixed Egg 250 yen", and "Bottled Beer 450 yen" from the ticket machine, totaling 1800 yen. While I was buying the tickets, a seat became available in the line, so I was able to sit down. Water is self-service. After getting water, I took my assigned seat. I handed in my food tickets and promptly received a bottle of beer. It was a small bottle of Heartland (330ml). The accompanying glass was nicely chilled. A complimentary appetizer (3 pieces of minced chicken chashu) was also served. Very much appreciated. The ramen arrived just two minutes after the beer. The ramen bowl was hot, which helped keep the dish warm. The rich soup was not just thick but also sticky. The amount of soup itself was a bit less. There was an option on the ticket machine to add more rich soup, and I can see why one might choose that. The soup had a rich flavor from dried sardines and probably animal fat. It was delicious. The noodles were thin straight noodles commonly seen in rich dried sardine ramen. They paired well with the rich soup. The toppings for the "Rich Ramen with Flavored Egg" included a slice of low-temperature cooked pork chashu, a slice of chicken chashu, a flavored egg, a sheet of seaweed, chopped onions, and green onions. The flavored egg was sweeter than expected, providing a nice contrast to the rich dried sardine soup. It was a comforting taste. When I was almost done with the noodles, I ordered the "Mixed Egg". It came with a tasty soy sauce soup, onions, chicken chashu, and fish powder. The "Mixed Egg" was delicious on its own but even better when dipped in the rich dried sardine soup. The amount of soup left after finishing the ramen was just enough to enjoy the "Mixed Egg", like a small pond. The onions added to the "Mixed Egg" were sufficient, so I didn't feel the need to add extra toppings. Onions are a must for seafood ramen. It was a delightful meal!

I visited the restaurant based on the recommendation I saw on Mairebi's review, so I arrived at 11:39 am on Saturday. The restaurant is located at the back of Kameido Yokocho, where various food establishments are gathered. The place was already packed with a line of 10 people, mainly in their 20s and 30s, including couples. There were 3 male staff members, and upbeat rock music was playing in the background. I was instructed to buy a meal ticket from the vending machine, so I purchased a ticket for the limited edition cold soup with dried fish noodles for 1200 yen and lined up again. More people kept joining the line as well. At 11:59 am, a table became available, and even though I was alone, I was seated. At 12:03 pm, the limited edition cold soup with dried fish noodles arrived. The noodles were thin but had a good chewiness that paired well with the cold soup. The soup was cold, allowing the bitterness of the dried fish to come through, making it a recommended dish for those who enjoy dried fish flavor. The chashu contained both pork and chicken, each contributing significantly to the overall taste of the cold noodles. The seasoned egg had a runny yolk and was delicious. Toppings like green onions and fried onions added a nice texture. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

I ordered the special thick soba noodles! The super thick cement-boiled dried fish soup is almost like having no broth at all (^^) It clings to the noodles and spreads throughout the mouth with a strong dried fish flavor!! It's a bit salty, but the addictive dried fish flavor makes up for it!! I want to try the Chinese soba noodles next!! Thank you for the meal (^^)

-Chuka soba 890 yen The rich broth is delicious, but the regular chuka soba is also tasty! It can be a bit heavy to dive into the rich one when you're not feeling 100%. (laughs) The chuka soba is light yet you can really taste the bonito broth and umami. The chashu is made from pork and chicken processed at low temperature. Definitely delicious.

I visited Tsukihisan at Kameido Niboshi Ramen for a solo lunch on a regular day. The location is about a 3-minute walk from Kameido Station. Tsukihisan is a cozy little shop with a nice Niboshi (dried baby sardines) flavor. I arrived around 11:45. The shop is located at the back of Kameido Yokocho, so first-timers might have trouble finding the entrance. There are only 7 seats in total, a mix of counter and table seats. There was already a group of 2 waiting. I bought my meal ticket first and then lined up. This time, I ordered the Special Rich Soba for 1,250 yen, Meat Rice for 350 yen, and Chicken Oil Tossed Noodles for 250 yen, totaling 1,850 yen. I was called to the counter shortly after. On the table, there were kombu vinegar, chili pepper, chopsticks, toothpicks, and disinfectant alcohol. Tissues were also available under the counter, and water was self-service. After sitting down, the food arrived in just over 5 minutes. The super rich Niboshi soup had thin straight noodles, topped with 2 slices of pork chashu, 2 slices of chicken chashu, flavored egg, seaweed, 3 slices of green onion, onion, and leeks. The soup, ingredients, and noodles were all fantastic, a bowl that Niboshi lovers would adore. The Meat Rice had 2 types of chashu, soft-boiled egg, onion, and green onion, topped with a slightly tangy sauce. It was a very luxurious and delicious dish. The Chicken Oil Tossed Noodles had 3 variations - Niboshi oil, chicken oil, and beef fat. I chose the chicken oil version, and personally, I found it tastier on its own rather than mixed into the soup. I was quite full after finishing everything. Tsukihisan also had excellent service. Niboshi lovers, be sure to visit at least once!

The taste of the soup may be polarizing. This time, I tried the dried fish ramen. It seems like many people prefer the rich flavor. Personally, it wasn't really to my liking. The soup wasn't too thick due to the dried fish, so it seems good for the body, but the price felt a bit high. It looks like there are many regular customers.

I arrived at around 7:30 p.m. on Saturday. There were 2 groups waiting, but the turnover was quite fast so I didn't have to wait long to get in. It was my first time, so I ordered the regular Chinese soba. It looked a bit small, but the taste was solid, especially the soup was delicious. Personally, I didn't like the chashu much, and the fact that the water was lukewarm was also disappointing.

I visited "Kameido Niboshi Chuka Soba Tsukihi," located about a 5-minute walk from Kameido Station. It was a bit hard to find as it is tucked away in a drinking alley. There was a line outside, but it was for a horumon (offal) shop. I sat at the counter where I ordered the Special Rich Niboshi Chuka Soba for ¥1,250 and the Scallion Oil Tossed Noodles for ¥300. The soup was rich and thick with a strong niboshi (dried sardine) flavor, and the thin noodles were perfect. The noodles for the tossed noodles were flat and the broth was thick, making it a satisfying dish. The chashu (roast pork) with chicken and roast beef was also delicious. I enjoyed dipping the noodles in the soup and finishing off with a dive into the remaining broth. Overall, it was a delightful meal.

Today's lunch was decided in advance, and I chose to have ramen at "Kameido Niboshi Chuka Soba Tsukii"! I had the Ajitama Chuka Soba for ¥990 and the Ae-tama for ¥250. Walking along the narrow drinking street in Kameido, passing by Kameido Gyoza, I found this hidden gem of a ramen shop in a dimly lit alleyway. Just before lunchtime, a line of about 10 people suddenly appeared. The soup was amazing, with a delicious flavor of dried sardines that spread throughout my mouth. I couldn't stop drinking the soup, and with the small portion, I had to resist finishing it all to save room for the Ae-tama. The noodles were thin and straight, perfectly complementing the sardine soup. And the Ae-tama, with its harmonious blend of noodles, sardine aroma, and flavor, was a must-try. This dried sardine ramen exceeded my expectations and has earned a spot in my top 3 dried sardine ramen list!

I was skeptical if there really was a shop here, but when I entered the alley, there were already about 15 people waiting! It seems like it's best to buy a meal ticket and wait in line. I finally got seated after waiting for about 20 minutes with my Chinese soba and mixed tamago in hand. The flavor of the broth was strong and to my liking. The noodles had a good firmness and chewiness, but I wish the diced onions were finer so they would mix better with the noodles in my mouth. The mixed tamago was okay to eat as is, but it didn't have a particularly impactful taste. I think the one from Masushima in Chiba is tastier. Next time, I want to experience a richer flavor, so I'll go for something more concentrated.

I arrived at 11:05 and was second in line. I thought the line was quieter compared to before, but by the 11:30 opening time, there were about 15 people waiting! It was still as popular as ever. I ordered the rich flavor as usual and enjoyed it.

Located at the back of a mixed-use building on the first floor in Kameido, this place is a bit intimidating to find as it's dark during lunchtime when the nearby izakayas are closed. I tried the simmered dried fish ramen. It has a strong dried fish flavor, which may be divisive, but it has a delicious Japanese-style taste. The noodles are thin and firm, which pairs well with the dried fish soup. I saw regular customers ordering the mixed egg noodles, so I tried it too. It wasn't just an extra serving of noodles, but mixed noodles with beef fat and wasabi mayonnaise, topped with egg yolk. The rich taste with a hint of wasabi freshness was delicious and complemented the dried fish soup. I chose to eat the mixed noodles separately without adding them to the soup. It was a satisfying meal, and I would definitely come back again.

I arrived around 12 o'clock aiming for the limited edition from the previous day, but there was a long line and I had to wait for a while. I realized that I wouldn't be able to make it within the lunch break time, so I gave up. Today, there was no special limited edition, but I suddenly felt like eating it after a long time, so I resisted my hunger and arrived around 1 o'clock, and was able to enter smoothly. I ordered the ★ Ajitama Chuka Soba ¥990. There was still no paper apron. The rich flavor and thickness were good, but it was a bit salty. I had been aiming for the summer cold limited editions, so it had been a while! It only took 4 minutes for the food to arrive! The soup was not too salty and had a nice thickness. It was delicious! It's cool inside the alley, so even if it's not a cold dish, it's still good for the summer! The slightly spicy onions were refreshing, but I wanted more of a bonito flavor, so maybe a little less would be better. Towards the end, the soup was a bit low, so the onions ended up in the spoon. The noodles were firm without needing to ask for them to be cooked firm, and the straight noodles had a satisfying texture! The chashu seemed to have gotten tastier than before! The rare chashu pork was like soft prosciutto, disappearing in your mouth, and the chicken chashu was moist and tender! The flavored egg was delicious, but compared to the other ingredients, it felt just average. I thought I should have ordered the Chashu Chuka or Hiyashi Tamago instead. Anyway, if you aim for a later time (or don't try to beat the usual break time), you can eat without waiting in line, and I have a feeling I'll be hooked on this place again! The rich flavor is delicious, but maybe the light flavor is just right for my taste now. Thank you for the meal!

I arrived at the restaurant around 1 pm on a weekday and was able to easily find a seat at the counter. I had just eaten at Kameido Gyoza nearby. It was my first time at this restaurant, so I decided to try the rich soba. The ticket machine clearly stated to be cautious of the richness, but I found the bonito broth to be even stronger than I had expected, almost to the point of bitterness. I knew it was my own fault for ordering it despite the warning, so I continued eating. The noodles were firm and the onions added a nice touch. I thought to myself that if I had ordered the regular Chinese soba, the bonito broth would have been a perfect punch of flavor. I watched the person next to me enjoying their meal and promised myself to come back soon.

It has been quite a while since my last visit, as the hot weather made it difficult to come, but I finally made it after four months. I saw on Twitter that they have a cold noodle dish with seaweed, which I had tried last summer at a different place. Despite the long line, I arrived 15 minutes early and managed to secure a spot for myself. The restaurant was cool and comfortable, and I ordered the seaweed cold noodles. The popular dish at this place seemed to be the rich bonito broth ramen, but I stuck with my choice. Although the service was a bit slow for the cold noodles, the manager reassured me that it would be ready soon. In just a few minutes, my dish arrived with two types of generous pork slices. I didn't even need to order the extra toppings, as the dish was already satisfying. The taste was consistent and always the best. It's hard to visit this place often, but I always check for their limited-time cold noodle dish and will definitely come back whenever I have the chance. It was delicious, thank you for the meal.

I walked carelessly and overlooked it. The restaurant was located on a narrow, cluttered street, with a long line just for Kameido Gyoza. The shops were gathered together like a village, with about 15 people lined up from the farthest shop to the entrance aisle. It was incredibly cool and heavenly! The Tamago Chuka Soba was 990 yen. The soup tasted like biting into a whole dried fish from the first sip! It was amazing. It had a bitter taste. The pork chashu was smoked, and the chicken chashu had a ginger flavor. The onions were raw. It may not be very well put together, but it was delicious. There was not much soup. It seemed like the Wae Soba or cold soba would offer more creative flavors to enjoy. The grass next door was green... The staff at the restaurant were very friendly and welcoming, saying "Please come back to eat again!" I will definitely come back to eat! Thank you for the meal!

It was always crowded, but on this day, I was able to be seated relatively quickly, in about 10 minutes. I ordered the limited edition cold Tsukemen with clam broth and kelp water, with extra noodles. First, I tried just the kelp water. It was delicious on its own, and even when I added a little salt, it was still easy to drink. The noodles disappeared quickly even before dipping them in the broth. I'm glad I got the extra noodles. The dipping broth was also really tasty. The clam flavor was strong but not overpowering, and the citrusy flavor of the yuzu was irresistible.

I tried a dried fish ramen for the first time, and it was not really to my liking. The flavor was centered around dried fish, so I think it would be better with some more vegetables or chicken broth added (just my personal preference). However, choosing chicken oil for the flavored egg was a good decision as it added a nice touch. There was a wait of 4 people ahead of me when I arrived at 11:25, and over 10 people in line when I left around 11:50. The entrance is a bit hard to find within the alley, but at least you don't have to wait outside in the sun. The ticket vending machine was a bit faulty, as it wouldn't accept many 100 yen coins or even a 500 yen coin. When I finally managed to use a 1000 yen bill, it gave me back two 500 yen coins, which I couldn't use either. I ended up paying with cash at the counter.

#Ramen #Shrimp broth #Kameido Station Date: Monday Time: Arrived at 11:00, left at 11:48 Number of people: 1 Walking time from the station to the restaurant: About 3 minutes Waiting time: About 20 people (before opening) Time until seated: 30 minutes Ticket system: Purchased in advance Ordered: Rich soba Additional topping: Seasoned egg with chicken oil, rice Price: 1,350 yen (1,000 yen + 250 yen + 100 yen) Stomach: 80% full Thank you for the meal!