ICHIRAN Shinjukuchuohigashiguchi

The first ramen spot I went to in Japan, and it was such a great first experience! You get to customize your ramen exactly how you like it, from the firmness of the noodles and the level of spiciness to the richness and flavor of the broth. There were also plenty of other options you could personali...ze. The individual booths were pretty cool too and made the experience feel unique. Definitely a memorable place to have my first bowl of ramen in Japan, although the waiting time was a little too long.

Visited August 2026

Appearance & Wait Time: It looked empty from the outside, but there was a short line inside—proving its undeniable popularity. Order & Customization: I used the detailed order sheet to fully customize my bowl, choosing "rich" broth and "firm" noodles. Taste & Service: Absolutely satisfied with the... rich, dependable tonkotsu soup, incredibly fast service, and polite staff. いつ食べても安定の美味しさ！ブレないクオリティの一蘭 外観・待ち時間：外からは空いて見えたが、店内に数名の行列がありさすがの人気ぶり。 注文・カスタマイズ：自分好みの味に細かく選べるオーダー用紙で「こってり・硬め」をチョイス。 味とサービス：濃厚で安定の豚骨スープと、スピーディーで丁寧な接客に大満足。

Visited July 2026

It was located near our attraction. The food was so good. It was also cheap. The wait was moderate though.

Visited June 2026

We’ve tried Ichiran a few times before and always enjoyed it, but sadly this visit was the worst experience so far. We even paid extra for toppings like dried seaweed and a half-boiled egg to make the ramen better, but it didn’t really help. The broth and noodles just didn’t taste as fresh or as fla...vorful as we remembered. The waiting time was also pretty frustrating. We were first given a ticket and had to wait around 40 minutes outside just to get into the queue, then another 20 minutes before getting a seat. For what we got in the end, it really didn’t feel worth the wait.

Visited March 2026

I loved the ramen at this place; it's possibly one of the best value places in Tokyo. I ordered the classic ramen with pork and green onions, mild spice, medium noodle texture, medium dashi, garlic, and medium richness. The broth was incredibly flavorful. This dish cost me 1,080 yen and water is fre...e. The only downside is that the place is small, and we had to wait in line for over an hour to sit down and eat. They don't take reservations and one of the most relevant features of the site is that you eat alone. I recommend it.

Visited July 2025