“Which ramen shop at Tokyo Station’s Ramen Street is the best?”

It depends on your taste, but here are my honest recommendations.

Tokyo Ramen Street Overview

“What is Ramen Street?”

Tokyo Ramen Street (東京ラーメンストリート) is located in the basement of Tokyo Station (First Avenue). It has about 8 carefully selected ramen shops, each representing a different style.

My Top Picks

“Which ones should I try?”

SORANOIRO (ソラノイロ)

• Specialty: Vegan/veggie ramen options available
• Also has great regular ramen
• Unique and colorful presentation
• Good for groups with different dietary needs

ROKURINSHA (六厘舎)

• Specialty: Tsukemen (dipping noodles)
• Thick, rich broth
• Always has the longest line - for good reason
• If you like thick noodles, this is your place

Ramen Honda (本田)

• Specialty: Creamy tonkotsu-style
• Rich and satisfying
• Shorter lines than Rokurinsha

Tips for Ramen Street

“Any advice?”

1. Go during off-peak hours - Avoid 12:00-13:00 lunch rush
2. Lines move fast - Even a long line usually means 15-20 minutes
3. Use the ticket machine - Order and pay at the machine before sitting
4. Don’t be shy about slurping - It’s expected and polite in Japan

What Japanese People Actually Do

Most locals:

• Have a favorite shop and stick to it
• Visit during less busy times
• Know that Rokurinsha always has the longest wait
• Often grab ramen here before catching the Shinkansen

Extra Travel Tips

1. Rokurinsha is worth the wait - But only if you like tsukemen

2. Try something you can’t get at home - Don’t just go for basic tonkotsu

3. Last order is usually 22:00-22:30 - Check individual shop hours

4. Ramen Street is in B1F - Follow signs for “First Avenue Tokyo Station”

5. You can eat at multiple shops - Portions are reasonable enough for two rounds

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