Tokyo Station Ramen Guide: 8 Must-Try Shops in Underground Ramen Street

"Ramen so good, you could eat it every day for a week!"

"The first place every Tokyo visitor should try"

Hidden beneath Tokyo Station lies a ramen paradise. In June 2009, popular ramen shops gathered on the B1 floor of Tokyo Station to create 'Tokyo Ramen Street.' Starting with 4 shops, it has now expanded to 8 establishments. This ramen mecca brings together regional and style-specific representative ramen shops all in one place.

📌 How to Reach Tokyo Ramen Street

While Tokyo Station is complex, the B1 floor has a simple linear corridor structure. Tokyo Character Street, Tokyo Okashi Land, and Tokyo Ramen Street are all connected in a straight line.

📌 Tokyo Ramen Street Shop Locations

📌 Complete Guide to Tokyo Ramen Street's 8 Shops

1. Ramen Gyoku - Niboshi (Dried Sardine) Ramen

Originally from Kanagawa Prefecture, this shop is famous for its rich chicken broth enhanced with the umami of dried sardines.

Their signature dish is the "Special Torori Soba" featuring a clear, clean broth.

2. Soranoiro - Shoyu Ramen

Soranoiro started in Tokyo's Kojimachi district and is known for their signature Soranoiro Special Shoyu Ramen using Jidori chicken. Shoyu ramen, based on soy sauce, is the most traditional and popular ramen style.

3. Rokurinsha - Tsukemen

Rokurinsha is the shop that sparked the global tsukemen craze, with their Special Tsukemen as the signature dish.

Tsukemen is a style where thick noodles are dipped into concentrated broth made from pork, chicken, and vegetables simmered for hours. The perfect harmony of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors creates an exceptional taste. For those who enjoy spicier flavors, add the chili seasoning available on the table.

There's also a branch on the 6th floor of Tokyo Skytree Solamachi.

4. Hirugao - Shio Ramen

Hirugao is a brand under Ramen Setagaya, specializing in seafood-based broth featuring scallops and sea scallops, paired with aromatic noodles made from Hokkaido wheat. Their signature dish is Shio Ramen Hirugao. Shio ramen uses salt as its base, emphasizing the pure, natural flavors of the broth.

There's also a branch at Odaiba Aqua City Ramen Kokugikan.

5. Oreshiki Jun - Tonkotsu Ramen

Oreshiki Jun is another Ramen Setagaya brand, with their signature Teriyaki Chashu Ramen. Tonkotsu ramen originated in Kyushu region, featuring rich and creamy broth made from fresh pork bones simmered for over 24 hours. The ramen offers a rich and smooth flavor profile.

6. Hanamichian - Miso Ramen

Hanamichian is a miso ramen specialist that was selected for the Michelin Bib Gourmand for two consecutive years (2015-2016). Their signature dish is the Special Miso Soup Ramen. Miso ramen originated in Sapporo, Hokkaido, and is characterized by its miso (soybean paste) based broth.

There are two additional shops in Tokyo (Nogata main store and Kitasando branch).

7. Gakushinya - Iekei Ramen

Gakushinya breaks conventional boundaries with their smooth broth, special noodles, and chashu made from three different cuts of pork for the ultimate taste experience. Their signature dish is the Gakushinya Special Ramen. Iekei ramen originated in Yokohama and is characterized by its rich broth combining tonkotsu and shoyu bases with thick noodles.

8. Ikaruga - Seafood Tonkotsu Ramen

Ikaruga has won 3rd place nationally in ramen specialty programs. This shop specializes in a balanced blend of pork bone and seafood broth. Their signature dish is the Gyokai Tonkotsu Rich Tokyo Station Ramen.

📌 Tokyo Ramen Street Insider Tips

📌 Epilogue

"Taste Tokyo in a single bowl of ramen"

If you want to experience Tokyo's authentic flavors during a short visit, Tokyo Station's underground Ramen Street is the perfect choice. Choose ramen according to your taste preferences, enjoy reasonable prices, and benefit from quick turnover! A must-visit destination for any ramen lover.