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The World’s 100 Best Ramen Shops

Izumiya

Tokyo, Japan

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST RAMEN SHOPS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 60 2026
Izumiya

Iekei ramen shop near Magome Station, run by an owner who trained at Suzukiya in Kamihoshikawa. Its pork bone and soy sauce broth is milder than most Iekei bowls, served with Sakai Seimen noodles and thick rolled char siu.

Highlights

  • Mild pork bone soy broth
  • Rolled thick-cut char siu
  • Seasoned green onions with rice

Good to know

  • Cash-only ticket machine at entrance
  • Lines at opening, quick turnover
  • Irregular closures, check X before visiting

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