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When it comes to ramen in Shibuya, this legendary spot always makes the list—and yes, there’s a line. The location? Right at the edge of what used to be an old entertainment district, so you might spot some friendly “catch” staff hanging around the corner.
I went with the moyashi (bean sprout) ramen and gyoza. Thought about the wontons, but they seemed a bit too similar to the gyoza, so I stuck with my first choice. One surprise—the moyashi ramen doesn’t come with an egg!
The ramen itself? Absolutely delicious. The stir-fried bean sprouts and veggies add amazing flavor, and the noodles are thick and slightly chewy, almost like champon-style. Seriously good stuff. The gyoza was huge, packed with garlicky goodness and a natural sweetness from the veggies, perfectly cooked with a crisp bottom.
As for condiments, the table has just the essentials: soy sauce, vinegar, chili oil for the gyoza, and black pepper. But honestly, no extra seasoning needed—everything is already spot-on!
One unique point: payment is self-reported at the register. A rare system these days, but it adds to the charm.
A truly classic spot that lives up to its reputation. Check out the photos for more details!
