Tokyo is a legendary destination for ramen enthusiasts worldwide. With thousands of ramen shops competing for attention, finding truly exceptional establishments can be challenging. This ranking presents the top 20 ramen shops in Tokyo as of March 1, 2025, based on ratings from Japan’s most authoritative ramen database.
The Ramen Database is one of Japan’s pioneering food review sites and among the most influential ramen websites in the country. What makes their ranking system unique is that they not only consider individual review scores but also analyze the reviewer’s history and each shop’s past reviews to calculate a comprehensive rating.
We hope this guide helps foreign visitors experience authentic Japanese ramen culture during their stay in Tokyo.
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No.1: Menya Kissou
Since its opening in 2006, Menya Kissou has consistently ranked at the top of Tokyo’s ramen scene（ranked 3rd nationwide). Their soup base combines pork bone and seafood, enriched with carefully selected ingredients such as Rausu kelp and shiitake mushrooms. The most popular menu items are the “Ajitama Ramen” (ramen with flavored egg) and “Ajitama Tsukemen” (dipping noodles with flavored egg).
Closed: Wednesday, Friday, Sunday Budget: ¥1,000-¥1,999 Payment: Cash only (No cards, No electronic payment, No QR code payment) Phone: 03-3699-5929 Address: 1-11-3 Toyo, Koto Ward, Tokyo Reservations: Not accepted Nearest Station:
2-minute walk from “Toyo 3-chome” bus stop (Bus routes available from Tokyo Station Marunouchi North Exit, Shinonome Station, Kinshicho Station, Toyosu Station, etc. )5-minute walk from Kiba Station (Exit 2), Tokyo Metro Tozai Line 8-minute walk from Toyocho Station (Exit 2), Tokyo Metro Tozai Line
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No.2: Tokyo Style Noodle Hotate Biyori (Akihabara)
Hotate Biyori is a popular tsukemen shop in Akihabara, specializing in “kelp-water tsukemen featuring scallops as the star ingredient.”
Important Note: This shop operates on a unique reservation system. You must visit the shop in person before opening to make a same-day reservation. Reservations cannot be made by phone or online. According to reviews, people start lining up as early as 8:00 AM for the reservation reception that begins around 9:00 AM.
Closed: Wednesday Budget: ¥1,000-¥1,999 Payment: Cash only (No cards, No electronic payment, No QR code payment) Phone: 03-3863-3773 Reservations: Not accepted Address: 2-25 Kanda-Sakumacho, Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo Nearest Station: 3-minute walk from JR Akihabara Station (Showa-dori Exit)
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No.3: Ramen Jiro Hibarigaoka Ekimae
Ramen Jiro is reportedly a favorite of Keanu Reeves, and the Hibarigaoka Ekimae branch stands at the top of the Jiro chain in terms of ratings, consistently ranking high in the Ramen Database.
While several other Jiro branches offer equally delicious ramen, Hibarigaoka’s exceptional popularity is often attributed to the owner’s personality. Unlike the typical Jiro experience—where stern-faced staff work silently with intimidating demeanors and might scold customers who try to strike up conversation—the Hibarigaoka owner is known for being friendly, courteous, and welcoming. The shop offers delicious ramen at prices below the standard Jiro rate, making it accessible even for first-timers and foreign visitors.
Budget: ¥1,000-¥1,999 Payment: Cash only (No cards, No electronic payment, No QR code payment) Phone: Not disclosed Reservations: Not accepted Address: 3-27-24 Yato-cho, Nishitokyo City, Tokyo (Hibarigaoka Plaza 1F) Nearest Station: 3-minute walk from Hibarigaoka Station on the Seibu Ikebukuro Line Exit the ticket gate and head to the South Exit → Go down the stairs to the rotary. Take the narrow street behind Resona Bank, which is straight ahead on the main street. The shop is on the 1st floor of Hibarigaoka Plaza.
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No.4: Shinjiko Shijimi Chuka Soba Kohaku Tokyo Main Shop
The popular menu items include the standard “Chuka Soba” (available in salt or soy sauce) and “Tsuke Soba” (dipping noodles). The “Chuka Soba (Salt)” is particularly exceptional, with a soup that fully showcases the umami of freshwater clams from Lake Shinji. Kohaku boasts an impressive award history: featured in the Michelin Guide Tokyo’s Bib Gourmand for four consecutive years, 1st place in the Ramen Walker Grand Prix 2021 New Shop Division, and multiple top rankings in the 20th TRY Ramen Awards 2019-2020 including the Rookie Award and 1st place in the salt category.
Until recently, a one-hour wait was standard, but since April 1, 2024, they have switched to a web reservation system through TableCheck (reservations for Monday through Saturday open every Sunday at 12:00). This means you can now enjoy their ramen without waiting in line, though there is a ¥390 booking fee per person.
5-minute walk from Zoshiki Station on the Keikyu Line
15-minute walk from JR Kamata Station
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No.5: Menya Itto
Menya Itto is highly regarded for its unique tsukemen that combines a rich chicken paitan (white soup) base with five types of seafood—a combination that other shops cannot replicate. First-time visitors are recommended to try the “Special Rich Seafood Tsukemen.” According to reviews, the staff’s service attitude may not be the best, but the exceptional food more than makes up for it. Reservations are available, allowing you to avoid waiting, though there is a ¥390 booking fee per person.
Closed: New Year’s holidays, summer holidays, and temporary closures for equipment maintenance
Budget: ¥1,000-¥1,999
Payment: Cash only (No cards, No electronic payment, No QR code payment)
Phone: 03-3697-9787
Reservations: Accepted through TableCheck only (no phone reservations)
Address: 1-4-17 Higashishinkoiwa, Katsushika Ward, Tokyo
Nearest Station:
3-minute walk from Shinkoiwa Station (North Exit) on the JR Sobu Line
Directly at “Shinkoiwa Station North Exit” bus stop on Toei Bus or Keisei Town Bus
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No.6: Ramen Jiro Hachioji Yaen Kaido Store 2
This Jiro branch is known for its adventurous spirit. While maintaining the high standards and traditional flavors of Jiro ramen, they actively explore new possibilities through experimental menu items.
In 2025, they introduced limited-time offerings such as “Kani Ramen” (Crab Ramen), “Kani Tsukemen” (Crab Dipping Noodles), “Karainjanee Ramen” (Super Spicy Ramen), and “Karainjanee Tsukemen” (Super Spicy Dipping Noodles). Reviews have been enthusiastically praising the intense crab-flavored ramen and tsukemen.
Essential Information
Hours:
Tuesday through Friday: 11:00 – 15:00, 17:30 – 21:00
Saturday: 11:00 – 20:00
Sunday: 08:00 – 15:00
Closed: Monday
Budget: Under ¥999
Payment: Cash only (No cards, No electronic payment, No QR code payment)
Phone: 042-675-6806
Reservations: Not accepted
Address: 2-13-16 Horinouchi, Hachioji City, Tokyo
Nearest Station: 10-minute walk from Keio-Horinouchi Station on the Keio Sagamihara Line 3-minute walk from “Yuki Horinouchi” bus stop on Keio Bus or Kanagawa Chuo Kotsu Bus
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