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The World’s 100 Best Ramen Shops

Men-ya Ichimen Senshin

Kyoto, Japan

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST RAMEN SHOPS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 16 2026
Men-ya Ichimen Senshin

A ramen shop in Kyoto serving super rich tonkotsu made only from pork bones and water, alongside chicken paitan. The thick, bone-powder broth carries no gamey smell, and bowls come heavily covered in char siu.

Highlights

  • Super rich tonkotsu ramen
  • Chicken paitan ramen
  • Karaage and rice sets

Good to know

  • Order and pay at ticket machine
  • Cash only
  • Counter and table seating

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