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The World’s 100 Best Ramen Shops

Ramen Katamuki

Kyoto, Japan

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST RAMEN SHOPS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 28 2026
Ramen Katamuki

A small ramen shop in a renovated old Kyoto house, serving chicken paitan ramen alongside vegan bowls. Diners remove their shoes and sit at tables on tatami, some up a steep, ladder-like staircase.

Highlights

  • Thick creamy chicken broth
  • Vegan tantan ramen
  • Gyoza and fried chicken

Good to know

  • Order and pay at entrance machine
  • Cash only
  • Queues form at 5 PM opening

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