Tokyo Ramen Top 5 Must Eat at Shinjuku | Japanese Food Guide

Tokyo Ramen Guide - Top 5 Shinjuku Ramen Shops that you must-try if you come to Tokyo Japan. This Japanese Food Guide will visit 5 unique Ramen Shops in Shinjuku Tokyo. The 5 Shinjuku ramen shops we visit are Mensho San Francisco, Hosenka, Misoya Hachiro Shoten, Oreno Sora and Manrai. Each Ramen Shop in Shinjuku has its special ramen, whether it be miso ramen, shoyu ramen, tonkutsu ramen... and one of these is a Michelin star Ramen Shop in Tokyo. Some may consider these shops the best ramen in tokyo shinjuku and some maybe even the best ramen in japan.

5. Michelin star restaurant, Mensho San Francisco was originally opened in SF by Japanese Chef Tomoharu Shono, and was later reverse-imported to Tokyo. It’s hidden away on the 7th floor of Myload (mirodo) which is directly connected to the south exit of JR Shinjuku station. The shop presents a stylish cafe like interior attracting a larger female audience when compared to most ramen shops.

So I threw down on their A5 Black-hair wagyu beef shoyu ramen. The beef on top is from Kagoshima, silky smooth and extremely tender. The soup was made from Beef Genkotsu and Bonito flakes, creating a strong yet light flavor.

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Hosenka is the second ramen shop produced by the owners Hayashida Ramen, which is another popular ramen shop in Shinjuku.

Misoya Hachiro Shoten is under the famous Ramen shop group, Nantsuttei which is famously known for its creamy tonkotsu broth soup. So without missing any flavorful notes, Misoya Hachiro Shoten’s also implements a creamy tonkotsu broth but in the miso variety.

Oreno Sora is a well-known ramen shop in Takadanobaba and this is their second shop. As for their menu, you can choose from 3 types - Kake buta soba, Tsuke buta soba, and Ae buta soba. This is Kake buta soba, literally translated to poured pork noodle, which is their regular standard ramen.

Manrai has been in business since 1961. I love the chic interior, reminds me of nice soba shop. It looks new but that’s because they moved location a few years back.

___ Top 5 Shinjuku Ramen Shops in Tokyo Japan / Time Stamps ___
0:00 - Intro
0:54 - 5 Mensho San Francisco

4:35 - 4 Hosenka

8:14 - 3 Misoya Hachiro Shoten

11:32 - 2 Oreno Sora

13:59 - 1 Manrai

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[mikeh]

Thanks Paolo! We've just come back from Misoya Hachiro Shoten, and I ordered exactly what you got. WOW!! We've eaten a lot of ramen so far, and this place is by far our favourite - we'll be going back tomorrow for dinner.
You've been a godsend, my friend. We've been able to achieve so much more in less time with all your tips!
Mike

[birdsboyfriend]

Last year was at Menhso SAN Francisco and tried wagyu beef Ramen... was great thanks for ur recommendation.... it’s been over a year, Japan has stuck in my head Japanese great people, respectful, craftsmanship, artistic, attention to detail... can’t wait to go back❤️

[jasonstone]

You said, "Top Ramen". My mom bought and cooked Top Ramen for me. Brings back memories.

[ushbag]

You know how I know Paulo is a great father. Literally all his jokes are dad jokes. “Shoyu, get it.” I laughed way harder than I’m proud to admit.

[mickgartondriver]

We were in Shinjuku 2 weeks ago and went to Misoya Hachiro Shoten, it was amazing great recommendation!

[sonny]

Please make more of these for other districts!

[gonkiciyamyam]

Thank you Paolo for always unique videos.
As you say, it is difficult to decide the top 5 because there are so many ramen shops in Shinjuku and Shibuya.
People who are watching this video just want to try various shops referring to this.
You will surely find your favorite ramen.

[chrisjzx]

Misoya hachiro is truly amazing, we stayed at an air bnb in the building next door, some of my mates ate it twice a day. Best ramen I’ve ever had hands down.

[amandacraig]

WARNING- do not watch this on your lunch break at work, what ever you're eating will not satisfy you after you see these ramen 😂

[denizgasimli]

Misoya Hachiro Ramen was one of the best food experiences I have had ever!

[MillennialTravelConfessions]

Thank you for all your helpful videos throughout 2018! We know you're going to smash it even more in 2019, have an amazing new year Paolo! 👌

[spaze]

Im a simple man, I see a Paolo vid, I watch and like.

[unebonnevie]

Number #1's wagu beef bowl is excellent. Number #3 shop looks great! Number #1 shop has BIG servings!

[GunGrave]

It was a horrible idea to watch this video at lunchtime, now I MUST HAVE RAMEN!!! Thanks for the awesome content, keep it up!

[davion]

I just woken up. After seeing this video I would love to have some ramen for breakfast. They all looked so tasty.

[appleblows]

Definitely going to patronize Misoya Hachiro. Can’t wait.

[nikip]

I loved them all, I was drawn particularly to your third stop... That spicy bowl 🥣.. Admittedly, I'm a bit of a chili chaser and love the flavors with the heat combined. The black garlic is a wonderful standard. I won't even comment on the prices, (they're fantastic)... Thank you for the beautiful dishes 😊❤👍🌻

[slk]

You had me rolling, "... man, I'm sweating." I'm also impressed, you've managed to keep your hoodie spotless, especially during your "Super Spicy" ramen! Awesome, vid!

[marcusleongcharnfai]

Hi Paolo, I just tried your no 1 recommendation for ramen in Shinjuku today. Ramen Murai was insanely huge in portion. I oredred the $1550 yen with the huge charsu.

OMG! Its even hard for a guy to finish the whole bowl. It was a good tasty bowl of shoyu ramen. Very rich in flavor and noodles were firm and soaks up the broth. Keep making more videos in Japan dude!

[jaberoujourney]

Awesome ramen shops. I sure miss Shinjuku even though it's only been 3 months since I was there.
My favourite ramen shop was Tatsunoya in Shinjuku.
Happy New Year have a good one 🍻🍺🍻