Here are the top 10 miso ramen shops in Japan for winter 2025, including their specialties and reasons for popularity:
10. ラーメン・つけ麺 爆王 - Ramen, Tsukemen Bakuoh (Gifu)
- Why it's popular: The owner has a deep connection to miso ramen, which he loved before opening the shop. The menu is packed with rich miso-based dishes.
- Recommended dish: "しびれ辛みそ誤爆" (Shibire karamiso gobaku). A rich miso soup infused with spiciness, paired with chewy medium-thick noodles. One of the shop's signature dishes.
しびれ辛みそ誤爆大盛
— 浅野 博通 (@jackson_hole63) December 6, 2024
爆王 pic.twitter.com/YTgmC0DLjU
09. つじ田・味噌の章 - Tsujita Misonoshow (Tokyo)
- Why it's popular: A renowned establishment representing "泡系" (foamy-style) tonkotsu ramen, famous for its ultra-rich, creamy pork bone broth with a signature layer of bubbles on the surface.
- Recommended dish: "特製味噌ラーメン" (Special Miso Ramen). A rich tonkotsu-based miso broth combined with classic curly noodles, guaranteed to satisfy any ramen lover.
飯田橋 つじ田・味噌の章
— tomatrader (@tomatrader) December 13, 2024
寒くなってきたから1年ぶりにつじ田へ
美味しい味噌ラーメン屋さんいくつか回ったけどここの味が一番好き✨ pic.twitter.com/LNOnPW6SWc
08. 龍上海 赤湯本店 - Ryushanghai Akayu Honten (Yamagata)
- Why it's popular: Famous for its unique spicy miso ramen style, originating in Yamagata. Featured in numerous TV programs, making it a must-visit for ramen enthusiasts.
- Recommended dish: "赤湯辛味噌ラーメン" (Akayu karamiso ramen), A balanced broth of animal and seafood flavors, topped with a dollop of spicy miso that releases garlic aromas as it melts.
赤湯ラーメン龍上海赤湯本店
— ラーメン蒸溜所 (@Ramen_distil) August 11, 2024
赤湯からみそラーメン大盛
赤湯からみその元祖にして頂点。スープは煮干しがっつりの和風味噌。これに辛味噌を全て溶かして神汁の完成。モチモチの縮れ麺はスープに絡み最高。もう美味すぎて泣きそうになりました。レベル高すぎる。 pic.twitter.com/bhPoF5nz6u
07. すみれ 中の島本店 - Sumire Nakanoshima Honten (Hokkaido)
- Why it's popular: A legendary establishment representing Hokkaido-style miso ramen. Known nationwide as the epitome of miso ramen.
- Recommended dish: "味噌ラーメン" (Miso ramen), A piping hot, classic miso ramen that stays warm, perfect for cold weather. Loved by people of all ages for generations.
札幌まで出張に来たので「すみれ 中の島本店」で味噌ラーメンです。 pic.twitter.com/ZVdFYz23EJ
— ひとし805 (@htanaka805) October 30, 2024
06. 麺屋大河 - Menya Taiga (Ishikawa)
- Why it's popular: Famous for offering ginger juice before meals and sticking to classic miso ramen, avoiding overly unique twists.
- Recommended dish: "味噌ラーメン" (Miso Ramen). A creamy, rich broth that clings perfectly to medium curly noodles. The Noto pork chashu is tender and moist, adding to the dish’s appeal.
嫁と二人で夜ラー活動部
— オウカヨツバ🌸🍀ボカロP (@ouka428) November 14, 2024
麺屋 大河さん
金沢で1番うまいラーメン屋さんらしい
味噌のコク、小麦粉の香り…とってもうんまい味噌ラーメンでした🍜 pic.twitter.com/LaSWMe1Lwr
05. 中華そば 馥 - Chuka Soba Kaoru (Saitama)
- Why it's popular: Known for its high-rated soy sauce ramen but equally renowned for its miso ramen, crafted by a Tohoku-born chef specializing in heartwarming bowls.
- Recommended dish: "山形辛味噌ラーメン" (Yamagata karamiso ramen), Features a spicy miso topping that can be mixed into the soup to your preference. The savory broth packed with umami pairs perfectly with the spice.
獨協大学前 中華そば馥 山形辛味噌らーめん880円 えっ！ランチに280円の明太ごはん無料で付けてくれるのめちゃめちゃ優しくないですか？ややこってりな味噌スープに北海道の小麦粉、春よ来いを使用した縮れ太麺。よく合ってる！辛味噌も持って帰りたくなるくらい美味しいし青海苔が凄い良い感じだ。 pic.twitter.com/H2ebLXKzDz
— 魔女っこれい (@majyokkorei) April 3, 2019
04. 味噌ラーメン雪ぐに - Miso Ramen Yukiguni (Kanagawa)
- Why it's popular: A Niigata-style miso ramen shop run by a chef trained in a renowned Niigata ramen restaurant. Frequently wins awards in the miso ramen category.
- Recommended dish: "甘エビ味噌" (Nagahama-style ramen), A harmonious blend of rich miso and shrimp flavors, creating a perfectly balanced bowl. The noodles match the golden broth superbly.
味噌ラーメン 雪ぐに
— ☪︎✞ぴーすけ✞☪︎ 【低浮上】 (@psukejiro_7626) November 19, 2024
甘エビ味噌大盛り 吊し焼きバラ、肩ロース 味玉 岩のり 大ライス
今日の甘エビ味噌も最&高の出来です！！✨#味噌ラーメン雪ぐに #雪ぐに #おいかけて雪ぐに #甘エビ味噌 #甘エビ雑炊も至高 pic.twitter.com/kRqx3h4xLO
03. 味噌っ子 ふっく - Misokko fukku (Tokyo)
- Why it's popular: An independent shop opened by a chef trained for five years at “Miso Mendokoro Hanamichi.” Known for its innovative take on miso ramen.
- Recommended dish: "味噌ラーメン" (Miso ramen). A unique miso ramen distinct from the Sapporo style, offering a striking first sip of broth that’s rich without being overpowering.
味噌っ子ふっく🍜に行って来ました✨
— SAORI (@inUSA95101058) November 9, 2024
期待通りの超絶美味でしたよッ💯#ラーメン #味噌っ子ふっく #花道庵 pic.twitter.com/s4Z8Xldbbj
02. 大島 - Oshima (Tokyo)
- Why it's popular: Founded by a chef trained at the iconic “Sumire,” Oshima revolutionized miso ramen. Winner of the “Newcomer Award” from Ramen Taisho magazine, followed by five consecutive years as the top-ranked shop.
- Recommended dish: "味噌ラーメン" (µiso ramen) A bowl that defines a new era of miso ramen, crafted by a visionary chef. A must-try for ramen aficionados.
大島@船堀にて、味噌らーめん。３年半ぶりの訪問。言わずと知れた『TRYラーメン大賞』の味噌部門殿堂入り店舗。結論から。いやあ、益々冴え渡っているなあ、同店の１杯の味は！塩味に過不足がなく、食べ手のツボを見事に突いたスープはもちろん、スープと同化しているかのごとき麺も、超絶的に美味い。 pic.twitter.com/vjMFm2JfkQ
— かずあっきぃ～通称・ラーメン官僚～ (@kazutan0264) June 13, 2024
01. 三ん寅 - Santora (Tokyo)
- Why it's popular: Opened by a chef with 17 years of experience at “Sumire,” Santora captures hearts with its modern take on miso ramen.
- Recommended dish: "味噌まぜそば" (Miso mazesoba). While their miso ramen is excellent, the miso-flavored mazesoba is a standout, delighting ramen fans across Japan with its extraordinary taste.
三ん寅@有楽町駅江戸川橋駅
— 僕キャンタマ (@tomo20240711) November 18, 2024
【味噌チャーシュー麺】1,450円+大盛り200円
やっと来れました！ラード膜の下の熱々スープ！これぞ本物の北海道味噌ラーメン！美味しかったです！ご馳走様でした。次は船堀の[大島]ですね。
#すみれ #三ん寅 #江戸川橋ラーメン #激熱スープ #北海道味噌ラーメン pic.twitter.com/hQ8H2WKm5g
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