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The World’s 100 Best Ramen Shops

Usagi

Tokyo, Japan

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST RAMEN SHOPS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 85 2026
Usagi

A small counter-only ramen shop in Shinsen, Shibuya, run by the younger brother of Nujabes, serving tantanmen and shoyu ramen. Nujabes tracks play throughout service, and the truffle shoyu ramen and sansho-heavy dandan noodles draw long lines of foreign visitors.

Highlights

  • Signature truffle shoyu ramen
  • Dandan noodles with Sichuan pepper
  • Nujabes music and memorabilia

Good to know

  • Buy ticket at machine before queuing
  • Cash only, 30-minute dining limit
  • Weekday lunch only, closes around 2:30

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