Ichiran Shibuya

Stopped by Ichiran while running errands in Shibuya—hadn’t been in a while and was really craving it. As expected from such a popular spot among international travelers, they were handing out numbered tickets for entry. I was 37th in line, so I grabbed a ticket, took care of some errands nearby, and got a notification when it was my turn. Oddly enough, the wait felt even longer once I actually arrived at the restaurant. In total, I’d say it took about an hour from getting the ticket to finally sitting down. The staff was friendly, efficient, and handled everything smoothly, but wow, that wait was tough! Ideally, the notification would come right before seating, but I get that it’s hard to time things perfectly. One nice touch is that the staff can speak simple English, making it easier for international visitors to navigate the system. That being said… the price has nearly doubled since back in the day, which is pretty shocking! The ramen is absolutely delicious, no doubt about that, but it’s sad to see how eating out in Japan is becoming less affordable for locals. Still, Ichiran remains one of Japan’s top ramen spots for a reason. Worth the wait? I’d say yes—but check the photos and decide for yourself!

Best chain ramen ever. Love the order style and atmosphere. Choose which ramen you want with the ordering machine and they have an interactive screen which displays what seats are available so you can seat yourself. They have convenient little cards for when you need your server. Overall just so efficient and tasty. It’s downstairs so kindof hidden from the street. Their toilet paper wall in the bathroom was also amusing.

Great place! The line was long and a 90-minute wait. We were able to take a reservation at the time, and they called us. In the meantime, I went shopping with my family. When they called us, we went down the stairs and pre ordered our food and waited in line. Getting into the room, there were small seats to sit in, and a little table with some instructions on it. There were blockers, so you could not see the employees or my family. If you ordered a half boiled salted egg, you get to unwrap it yourself, and the instructions are on a little sheet taped to the table. I decided to get the original tonkutsu ramen with my own decisions for things like stiffness of noodles and if you wanted pork in your ramen. After all this, you get your ramen and take some pictures, and start slurping it down. Loved the ramen with a nice tonkutsu flavor! The egg is super good and easy to slurp and eat while the meat is chewy but easy to eat with and amazing broth and perfect noodles. Got the matcha pudding, which was not the best and too rich for me. The pudding looked good but wasn't my favorite. Overall, the meal was super good, and just the only downfall was the pudding and wait. The employees don't talk much and you don't see their faces. The place is warm and has some hangers for jackets and other clothing. They have a bathroom and there is a lot of toilet paper there which was super funny to me and there was a link that you could visit if you had to use the urgent secret weapon for doing your business.😅😂My second time coming to Ichiran and obviously my favorite too. Although I do not recommend getting the instant ramen because it is a lot worse than the ramen that you eat inside the store and is too salty. Plus, if you do like the ramen even after this warning, you should get it at a convenience store because they are a lot cheaper there.

This is a high volume ramen restaurant and they have a novel way of feeding many people, despite not being that large of a restaurant. It really shows the efficiency and I believe the avoidance of Japanese to interact with others. Ramen tasted pretty good. I don’t think there was single local Japanese person in there, which makes me wonder

One of the tastiest Tonkotsu Ramen I had ever tasted, along with a nice matcha almond pudding for dessert. If you are an introvert and don't want to talk to people when having your Ramen, this is the place to be. I had to hang about nearby for 30 mins to secure a spot - note that they will offer you a QR code and you will be alerted via the phone to enter the restaurant once it is ready, so this makes it convenient as you don't have to wait in a line outside.

I was lucky that I didn't need to wait to sit down and eat. I recommend coming here as early as possible after open to eat, as the line built up quite quickly. The ramen itself was quite good, definitely worth the try.

The best ramen in Tokyo, with thin and chewy noodles, combined with a very thick pork broth. The restaurant has a unique characteristic and is perfect for introverts, as there are partitions for each table and chair, making it feel like you're dining in your own private booth. Additionally, customers can use a written board to communicate with the restaurant staff, so there's no need for verbal communication or face-to-face interaction. However, dining here requires waiting in line for up to an hour due to the long queues.

Our first meal after landing in Japan and we were not disappointed. There was a 30 min wait to eat but we were determined. They have individual booths and its a fun experience to eat here. Seating can be uncomfy if you're relatively big but the ramen is well worth it. Broth and meat tasted fresh. Noodles were cooked al dente. Very delicious.

Ichiran is a ramen chain and it is delicious. The one in Shibuya is understandably busy, but you can put your name in and walk around Shibuya while you wait. There's plenty to see in the area! We had to wait an hour, but we arrived back at the restaurant at the time indicated and made it in. You order all your food from a touch screen and it prints out food tickets. Once you sit down you just slide your ticket in the cubby and the server will quickly prep and serve your food. Despite being a chain, the ramen and broth are spectacular, better than anything I've had in the US. You can get a noodle refill easily! I also had to try the green tea pudding for dessert, and it was delicious and photogenic. I've been to Ichiran twice and would definitely recommend it anytime visiting Japan.

I am so glad I chose to come here for my first ramen experience in Tokyo despite the long wait. I randomly Yelped this place when I was around the area and it had promising reviews so I got a taxi here on a whim. When I got there the employee outside told me it would be about 1.5 hr wait, so I decided to check-in and received a wait number. Once it got closer to my time, I came back and found out they stopped taking in check-ins so thank goodness I came when I did! My friend and I got inside and there was another small line to get seated. Prior to being seated, there was a machine to take your order where you are able to customize your ramen with how you want your broth and noodles. I also ordered matcha almond pudding for dessert. There are individual private stalls where the chef brings out your bowl and close the curtain. What an introvert's dream!! There are also these little wooden signs that you can leave behind or give to the chef written in English in case there's a language barrier. I appreciate all the details and thought put forth in this. The ramen was amazing!! Noodle texture and thickness was perfect, and I loved the creaminess of the broth. Highly recommend and trust it's worth the wait!

I think Ichiran will be better than any ramen you can find at least in the United States, but falls short of the other local, cash only joints with the old school vending machines out front. This location in Shibuya is open 24 hours and I was surprised to find that there was no wait on a Saturday morning around 11 AM. They've got the signature booths so you can eat without talking to anyone, but as this location likely caters a bit more towards tourists so they've got plenty of English on everything as well as collapsible walls between booths if you would like to share a bowl / converse with your friends. I tried the classic Tonkotsu and while I quite enjoyed the super fatty, savory broth, I was pretty unimpressed by their char siu. We got some extra on the side that was ice cold and a bit tough. I personally love a chewy noodle with some bounce, so I opted for the firm noodles, but the texture was equivalent to the standard noodle elsewhere; aka I'd recommend leveling up whatever your preferred noodle texture.

Been to a few Ichiran in Osaka, Tokyo, and back home in Brooklyn, and while I think their ramen is superb, I always wonder if it's worth the perennial 90min wait. Ichiran has 3 rows of 11 individual stalls underground, meaning it serves 33 people at once. Try to refrain from talking or making too much noise; ramen is meant to be eaten quickly and quietly by busy salarymen who want to eat in peace. It's why you get your own booth, shade, and 4 different tablets to indicate a common statement or question (one of which is "it's too noisy") to your server without needing to talk to them. I'm saying this because we had a family with an endlessly screaming baby and a child who wouldn't stop talking in our stall row. Anyway, highly recommend the base tonkotsu bowl with matcha pudding. Prices are very fair and it's a unique experience to eat in your own stall.

I was pleasantly surprised to learn that Ichiran is not overhyped! This was one of the best bowls of ramen I had in Tokyo, everything is customized to your taste, and the overall interaction with staff is limited but they are very willing to assist. The Shibuya location has a significantly longer wait than other locations. I waited 70 minutes but they allow you to join a virtual waitlist and come back with your spot is open. There is a PARCO mall close by that can help you kill the time!

Such a fun experience at Ichiran in Tokyo! You order from a vending machine when you walk in, and then get seated in your own little booth. The ramen is served through a small window, so it's all about the food and your own space. Definitely a cool spot to check out if you're a ramen fan! There are a couple spots around Tokyo.

Ok, great place to start if you're coming to Japan for the first time. Come in, order and take your ticket and sit down. Give them your ticket and they take care of the rest. We landed super late and got to our hotel late at night. Thankfully this place is open 24/7. My jet lag was destroying me and I couldn't go to bed. So we came here to try it. No line probably cause it was late and it was raining. I definitely would get the egg and side meat. So good!

My experience here was awesome! Ordered large bowl of ramen and a tea and couldn't have been more satisfied. Service was great! Ambiance was quiet and relaxing. An introvert's paradise. Wait time was 40 mins which was a little long but worth it. Definitely would go back.

Food: 4.2/5 - My favourite ramen in all of Japan! A cool 24 hour spot with a very unique vibe and flavours of ramen. First, keep in mind that I'm not a ramen guy. I like it but don't love it. However, while I was here this was my favourite ramen for sure, I went multiple times. I tried the medium and hard noodles.... Everything was good, nothing significantly better than the other... really just depends on the toppings you like in your ramen! Service: 5/5 - of course always efficient and friendly for Japan! English menus as well :) Ambiance: 5/5 Really cool unique self booth style; you order at a machine and fill out the options you want, then you get seated into an individual booth, kind of like the one you seen in an anime!

This is my husband's favorite Ramen spot in Shibuya and I agree that it's got some good ramen. There's usually a line - someone says when there's a line that's a good sign - and I've found the wait times to be pretty accurate. You wait upstairs, then wait a little when you get downstairs, then order at a vending machine type thing - there's various customizations on pork Ramen - then wait a little more after you order to be seated. Then maybe a little longer after you're seated. But once you get that steaming bowl of well seasoned Ramen, you'll (probably) forget all that waiting as you begin to experience a delicious, well seasoned, piping hot bowl. Everything is custo.izable, from the texture of the noodles to how much garlic you get and the spice level. I'm a medium everything, but discovered I prefer my noodles soft. Now, I'm a broth person, that's my favorite thing about Ramen. My husband is all about the noodles. Both of us leave satisfied when we're finished eating at Ichiran.

This was the first ramen place I went to in Japan. IT WAS SO DELICIOUS! The line was really long so if you want to eat here, I would recommend making time in case you have to wait a long time. They prepared the ramen really fast and the soup was so delicious! I ordered an egg with my ramen, which made a big difference :) The experience was really cool too because I ate by myself in a little booth that was sectioned off from everyone else. This allowed me to focus on my food and really enjoy it. Would recommend!

JUST AMAZING! When in Japan, you must MUST try Ichiran. I mean to get to experience this in real life other than watching someone on youtube experience is another lever of happiness. There is really nothing to compare how good ramen in Japan is. I was so blown away.

Found ourselves in Shabuya recently and we were all hungry. A friend had it on his bucket list to try this ramen place. This place is in the heart of Shabuya so there's going to be a wait for sure. Anyway, not the longest wait (we waited extra because the three of us wanted to sit next to each other). You order your food while you're still in line and then give the ticket to the chef - a tiny window opens up in front of you when you sit down. They take the ticket and disappear and a while later the little window (actually some bamboo blinds) opens up and your stuff appears magically. Just a great meal. Quality ramen and accessories. We will be back.

One of the best ramen soups! It was our 1st day in Japan and of course we have to get ramen! It was a 70 minute wait but worth the wait. We walked around Shibuya area and it didn't felt like it was a long wait. The noodles were perfect and the taste was so yummmy! The place was well kept clean! This place is a must!

Our first meal in Tokyo and decided to get...RAMEN! I found this place on Yelp. At the time I didn't know it was a chain but regardless, the place delivered all our needs. I don't remember the name of my order but it was ramen. Not sure what broth I got but it was all delicious. The noodles were perfect! The broth was savory. The staff was great. When you enter, you order from the kiosk and give you number to the staff when you sit down. You get your own person space when eating but it also has an area where you can slide the wall down. You can place your order on the paper which is customizable. I'd come again! We had a great meal here.

Small restaurant with individual seating. You can adjust the ramen to your liking. I liked the broth and noodles, really all of it. The service was very quick too. I would definitely come back.

Good ramen, best out of two places we tried while in Tokyo. Service is simple and it is a ticket system. Order what you want via a kiosk and when your turn comes they take your ticket and provide you a simple space to sit in. No tables that I saw but may be available for a larger group? Line could be long but things do move along.

MY FAVORITE. LIFECHANGING. prepared so fast and cheap!! One of the best ramens I had in Japan even compared to the truly authentic ones!

My husband and I stopped by Ichiran Ramen around 11am on a Tuesday, and the place already had a 50 minute queue out the door. The wait actually seemed quicker than that, and we really waited around 30 minutes to get seated. Prior to our trip to Japan, Ichiran Ramen constantly showed up as a place to try. We wanted the whole experience of ordering our ramen through a machine, communicating with our servers through a slotted screen window, and eating in an individually partitioned seat. Additionally, I was interested in customizing my ramen, which you get to do once seated. I'm not a pork eater, so this was one of the few ramen places where I could ask without chashu slices. I got a classic Ichiran ramen without chashu. Funny thing was that I did end up getting 2 slices of chashu, which I just passed along to my husband. Other than that minor slip up, I thought the ramen was great especially for a chain.

Came to the Ichiran Shibuya's shop on our first night in Japan/Tokyo because we knew it was open 24 hours. Even at ~8/9pm, there was a bit of a wait as the line was up the stairs partially, but moved quickly. Order first from a kiosk that now has "English" language option and can pay by credit card! Then you fill out the form for customizing your ramen order and wait for the server to ask how many are your party and seat you at the individual booth style stools and window seats. I actually enjoyed Ichiran more this time than my first time in Osaka Dotonbori area years ago. The broth wasn't as salty this time, it was perfect - creamy tonkotsu broth, ramen cooked perfectly. The experience here makes it so that you're in-and-out rather quickly with little interaction with servers & staff. They have individual water pumps at each seat and even little placards you can put if you think it's too noisy, etc. (which my husband and I found rather amusing). Really can't go wrong with Ichiran Ramen, especially if you love Tonkotsu (pork bone broth) Ramen!

Icihiran is the go to for ramen. It's just a solid broth and great chewy noodles. You'll see a line but it always moves relatively fast. What's great is they are very accommodating to the solo traveler. You also order from a vending machine of what you want. They have ramen cubbies very limited interaction with wait staff. They have translated cards you can share to communicate if you don't speak Japanese. But the ramen is so solid. Clean broth and very filling.

Soooo good! The ordering process is easy as you order off a monitor and pay beforehand. The cook hands you a paper where you select all your levels. You select how spicy you want it, how much garlic, how soft the noodles should be, etc. I went with the recommendations on the sheet and the soup was perfect. It was so flavorful and the noodles were cooked just right. Service was super quick and every one sits in their own booth. It's very small and there is always a line, so come early!

Absolutely amazing ramen. Every aspect of this was so good, from flavor to texture to the system and environment where you order. It was definitely a long wait from getting to the restaurant to eating the food, so be prepared for that, but was absolutely worth it.

What a cool hidey-hole for a private and delicious meal! FOOD [5/5] For the price and quality, Ichiran serves one of the best ramen I've ever had. The soup broth is divine-- thick, creamy, and salted to perfection. The portion size was perfect for me, but if you're feeling hungry, there's an option to add egg + unlimited noodles + extra chashu! They give a paper where you can customize spiciness, soup base, condiments, etc. I chose extra spicy + softer noodles and really enjoyed the combo! SERVICE [5/5] Ichiran provides a unique setting where everyone sits at a private booth. Groups can be seated together in a straight line. They pull the screen down for privacy while you eat, and there's a service button you can call if you need anything. It's perfect for groups that don't mind a little bit of separation or singles who would like to eat alone! :)

Heard so much about this place and had to go before I left Japan. The ramen was excellent, very flavourful broth and overall tasted really good. Would recommend others give this place a try. The service is fast and staff friendly. Easy ordering process for foreigners as well. Good for solo dining (individual booths) or with a small group.

Came here when it opened on a Wednesday morning. We didn't wait too long since we were one of the first few customers. Anyways, this place is located all-around Japan, so you're not missing much if you can't go to this one. The concept of this is nice and it's great for those who wanted some quiet time or is traveling solo. You do not need to know Japanese to eat here. You order your food at the machine, and it will provide you a ticket. That ticket will be given to the staff when you're seated, and you're basically left alone for the rest of the meal. Anyways, lets jump straight to the food. I ordered the Original Tonkatsu Ramen. The broth was very rich, flavorful, and heavy. It wasn't something that I couldn't tolerate but I did need water occasionally. The good thing is that they have a water faucet in every station. I love that they provided a generous amount of green onions. As for the meat, there was a good amount of fat in it. The noodles were also very bouncy and had a nice bite to it. Generous portion of noodles in fact. Overall, I wouldn't say it was the best ramen I have ever eaten but it was good enough.

A solid ramen spot - can't go wrong with it. Commonly joked as a "tourist trap", Ichiran certainly has earned its reputation. I do not think it's solely for ill-informed tourists as, on it's own, the food is great. It does not blow any of the most well known or "local specials" out of the water though. The experience is perhaps the biggest draw for tourists. You order outside and pay all through a vending machine that prints a ticket with your order on it. Once seated in your private (or double booth if you take down the walls), you hand your ticket under the curtain to the "waiters". They'll take your ticket as well as any modification you selected. The ramen is served relatively quickly too! I'd say it's a worth while place to check out even if you've been to Ichiran locations aboard. My whole group agreed it was much better in Japan.

I went on a Tuesday morning around 10:30am and there was no wait whatsoever. It was so worth it because everything was so quick and easy to order. I really love how I didn't have to speak to anyone. The overall atmosphere made me feel so safe and just enjoy my food in public without having to worry about anyone or anything tbh. Personally, as a garlic lover I wish I got the maxed amount possible but overall this is a really good ramen but I would not be willing to wait for more than 20min for this ramen.

This is now the standard by which all other ramen places will be measured! I kicked up the garlic and the richness by a factor of one. I kept the heat at their recommendation. The egg and the pork are perfectly cooked and seasoned. I absolutely loved it!

I saw a line so I picked a number and waited. Had no idea where I was because the letters were in Japanese. Once I made it downstairs I saw it was Ichiran! An introvert's paradise. Picked my bowl and toppings, got my personal cubby and sat down for a nice quiet meal. Others say the ramen here is just ok but I disagree. It's all in the broth. Super flavorful. Everything cooked to your liking. This ramen is definitely in my top 3.

I tried eating here as much as I could while visiting Japan! The ramen is freaking amazing and the service is wonderful. The atmosphere is cool. You sit in your own stall while you slurp on the best ramen I have personally ever had. Make sure you get extra garlic, the egg and seasoning!

Some Of the best Ramen I've had! There's a line to get in but they are fast and worth every minute wait for sure!!

The ramen here was excellent. The broth was rich and noodles nice and firm. I also had the matcha almond pudding which was the perfect light dessert to follow ramen. Some say it's a touristy spot and while there are tourists who dine there (like myself) it doesn't mean it's not good or that it's overrated. Keep in mind though that since it's small and only offers counter searing the wait can be a bit long. We waited about 35 minutes or so on a weekday around 1:00 pm. Be prepared to order at kiosk as well before you're seated.

The tonkotsu ramen was super tasty and like no other ramen spots! No wonder why this place is so popular. I had to wait quit a bit in line just to be seated. Everything was great about the experience. I want another bowl now :(

My husband and I enjoyed Ichiran so much we ate there twice. Both occasions we waited outside for 40-60 minutes. When you make it to the front of the line you order at the kiosk (which has an English option) and pay there (we were able to pay with a credit card). You'll be asked how many are in your party and you sit down at a long counter that has privacy screens. From there you never see the staff and you can communicate using the ticket you ordered. The ramen itself was really tasty and came out quickly after we sat down. We got the combo with extra kedema (noodles), pork, and an egg.

Absolutely delicious, some of the best tonkotsu ramen I've ever had... When we arrived, there was a decent wait up the stairs and even across the street from the restaurant, but overall it moved pretty quickly and was well worth the wait. Once we ordered on the kiosk inside, we were able to sit down right away (although the seating is in stalls, my husband and I were able to get a two person stall with each other) and then it was maybe another 5 minutes until we got our food. Once sitting down, we filled out a small paper for our flavor profile preferences--for instance, added garlic at low, medium, high. I kept everything at medium because I wanted to get the baseline/recommended ramen bowl for the first time. Loved the dashi flavor, but if I were to go again, I would get extra garlic, a little extra spice and a second egg (the egg was cooked perfectly!). I had heard about this place before and it did not disappoint! A score for less than $10 USD!

The infamous Ichiran Ramen! This is the second time I had their ramen (their other location was just as good). We waited in line on a Saturday night maybe 40-50 minutes. While in line, there are /spot the difference/ sheets on the wall going down to pass by some time. And after ordering, a worker gave us the customization sheet so we had it already ready before we sat down. I got their delicious beautiful bowl of tonkatsu ramen and the broth was so flavourful, rich, and creamy (I got medium for all the customization choices). The noodles were nice and firm. The chashu was quite thin but still really good. I got a side of their chashu, egg, seaweed, and fungus. Their half-boiled egg was also so good and we peel that ourselves. The yolk was still slightly firm. The only thing I think would help elevate this dish would be having bean sprouts or more veggies but the bowl itself is literally so so good. I bought some instant ramen kits to bring back home and I have not yet tried them but I hope they'll be just as good.

My wife and I were in town for vacation, we came across this place which had a long line outside, that's how people knew a place was good before Yelp. There was someone outside at the end of the line with a sign that estimated the wait-time at 50 minutes. Back home in the Bay Area, CA, there aren't a lot of places that I'd be willing to wait an hour for, but we were on vacation and not in a rush. The wait was probably a little over 40 minutes. While in line you come to a kiosk to order your food and pay for it. There's a screen which shows when the different stalls are open. My wife and I sat next to each other. I ordered the ramen on the firm side and ordered it extra spicy with extra side of pork. The broth was well done, the noodles were at the consistency I wanted, and the egg was cooked perfectly. My wife isn't a huge fan of eggs so she gave me her's, so lucky for me. We followed the meal with their matcha tofu dessert which is served cold and was pretty good, not too sweet. I really enjoy this type of ramen restaurant setup and wish they had one back where I live.

Just getting back from a trip to Japan and yes, I'll say it, Ichiran Ramen was a highlight. While this may be a chain restaurant, it is so because it is good and reliable. This location is cool. Wait in line on the steps going down. When finally you enter (potentially 30-60+ minutes later), place your order on a vending machine that does have an option to translate to English. Then wait in another short line for a spot to sit to become available. You'll be seated at a private booth. There are no group tables at this location. To your left and right are wooden dividers, and between you and the staff in back is a roll-down bamboo mat. Enjoy slurping your ramen and staining your t-shirt in private! The ramen is tonkotsu style - thick broth made from pork. I found it to be delicious. I ordered a hard boiled egg, extra green onions, and a bit of additional spice. Best part is the large bowl and toppings were all less than $10. (The basic bowl is around $7.) Definitely recommend Ichiran when visiting Japan, and this location specifically for the booth experience!

If you are ever in Japan you need to try this ramen place out. They have many locations and well...it's a must do. You order your ramen dish from a kiosk, very simple to do and use. If you don't understand, the employees there will be there to assist you. Once you order from the kiosk, you get these pieces of tickets that you give to the server when you sit in your solo booth. The ramen will come out so fast and oh man is it delicious. The broth is so flavorful and the meat is just so tender. You can press a button if you would like to add other items to your dish or if you wanted more ramen. Fast, easy delicious food that you must try if you are ever in Japan!

Jet lagged. Woke up at 5am hungry and looking for something open. Luckily, found this place just a few blocks from where we were staying and let me tell you, it was just what I wanted and needed. You pay at the kiosk, get seated, and make a few selections such as spice etc once you sit down. Ramen comes out quickly and it was delicious. Highly recommended. Single seat stalls. No group tables.

We randomly came by this spot. This place is not a place to go if you're entertaining or wanting to sit around and enjoy a meal sitting around with the family. This is a place to go if your intentions are to eat and eat good ramen. Broth is amazing. Noodles are cooked to your specifics. The service is kind of weird. I mean there's no interaction with a waiter. But it's just good food. Definitely worth coming out of the way to try.

I was terrified this was going to be overrated but boy was I wrong. I love Ichiran! We had it three separate times during our trip. Concept is just so easy and efficient. Pay at the kiosk, take a seat, hand them your ticket and you're all set. No major interactions. Tasty food, prepared exactly how I ask. I dream about this place at midnight and wish I had one nearby.

Open 24/7!! Come here when everything else is closed! Sometimes the line is long but it typically moves decently fast. This Ichiran is way better than the one I tried in New York, but I suppose that's to be expected. Part of the experience is that you eat in isolation; wall to the front, left, and right. If you come with a group they might be able to sit you guys next to each other but unlikely. You order at the front using as ticketing machine and it's pretty cool. I highly recommend the matcha almond pudding too.

Ooh this place looks familiar, I know I've been here with hubby. Line was quoted as 90 minutes and was accurate to actual serving time. Ate ramen in less than 15 minutes . Ambiance: Ramen cave, hard core individual cubby's. A Must do experience. Food: Number 1 Ramen, just gotta have it. Service: Efficient Overall glad we waited for the Ramen experience. Buying the box to make at home is just not the same. If you're ever visiting Shibuya, you have to make this a stop.

The best ramen in Tokyo! Get there early because there is usually a line out the door. You order and pay through a vending machine and then led to a personal stall where they serve you through a little door. Not a place to bring a big group as you won't be able to sit together. I like my ramen without spice but my friends prefer spice so i like how it is customizable.

We have waited about 50 minutes or may be less, since there is a party of 5 in front of us and we can get the counter without they seated. The setting of table is different than other restaurants, and the noodles soups were tasty.

Delicious and well worth the 1hr wait! This was one of my most favorite experiences when traveling alone to explore Shibuya. The tastiest ramen and a great place to decompress and enjoy the food.

This place is famous and has multiple locations in Japan, and now has locations in New York, Hong Kong, and Taiwan too it seems. The location of this ramen shop in Shibuya is convenient, within one block from the Crossing. We got there on a Wednesday at the time when it opened at 11am, and there were very few people there. Ordering and paying takes place at the beginning at a vending machine like with most ramen places in Japan, but the dining experience is unique in that each person sits at an individual booth that is walled off from everyone else. There is a curtain at the front that is lifted when your food is presented, and then you are isolated for the rest of the meal. A water cup is provided, and there is a tap for refills at every booth. Should you need any assistance for common requests such as utensils, there are wooden plaques that you can hand to staff without saying anything. Once you're done with the food you can get up and leave. I would recommend against coming here if you have a big group of friends you're trying to catch up with, or a big party in general, since it's so isolating and talking seems to be discouraged. I had the original tonkatsu ramen, which is what they're known for. It's a rich broth that's flavorful and not too heavy, comes with green onions and pork. Noodles were firm as well. Very traditional and well made bowl of ramen. I would not say this is the best ramen I've ever had, but it is very good, and very satisfying. I see why so many locations have popped up around the world, even if the dining experience promotes isolation and dissuades conversation.