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The World’s 100 Best Ramen Shops

Men-ya Ren to Rin to Jin

Osaka, Japan

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST RAMEN SHOPS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 53 2026
Men-ya Ren to Rin to Jin

A tantanmen counter in Tenma, Osaka, run by one owner, serving white, black and red sesame bowls. Ramen orders come with free rice, kimchi and raw egg if nothing is left, and diners pay into a box by the door.

Highlights

  • White sesame tantanmen
  • Black sesame tantanmen with char siu
  • Free rice, kimchi and egg

Good to know

  • Cash paid into a box by the entrance
  • Counter seats plus one four-person table
  • Evening orders start at 6 PM

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