Tokyo Restaurant Guide

Ramen Restaurants In Kabukicho

Kabukicho's ramen scene demonstrates a compelling diversity of approaches, where no single style dominates, offering diners everything from bowls piled high with vegetables and garlic to delicate Yakiago Shio Ramen. Among the eight distinct establishments we scored in this energetic district, Ramen Hōsenka Shinjuku (らぁ麺 鳳仙花) rates highest for its refined take on the classic.

Ramen Hōsenka Shinjuku
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Ramen Hōsenka Shinjuku

visitors rate it well; locals rate it highly. Featured in 4 creator posts.

Kinmedai RamenTsukemen

Shinjuku-nishiguchi Sta. · 4 min walk

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Damena Rinjin Shinjuku
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Damena Rinjin Shinjuku

visitors rate it well; locals rate it highly. Featured in 2 creator posts.

RamenTsukemenAbura Soba

Seibu-Shinjuku Station · 1 min walk

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Ramen Mitaba
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Ramen Mitaba

visitors rate it highly; locals rate it well. Featured in 1 creator post.

Chicken Paitan RamenIzakayaJapanese Bar

Shinjuku-sanchome Station · 5 min walk

Menshou Taketora Main Branch
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Menshou Taketora Main Branch

visitors rate it highly; locals rate it modestly. Featured in 2 creator posts.

Tonkotsu RamenTsukemenIzakaya

Tokyu Kabukicho Tower · 3 min walk

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Ramen Takahashi Shinjuku Main Store
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Ramen Takahashi Shinjuku Main Store

visitors rate it well; locals rate it well. Featured in 2 creator posts.

Yakiago Ramen

Shinjuku-nishiguchi Sta. · 6 min walk

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Ramen Jiro Shinjuku Kabukicho
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Ramen Jiro Shinjuku Kabukicho

visitors rate it modestly; locals rate it highly. Local gem. Featured in 2 creator posts.

Jiro-kei RamenTsukemen

Shinjuku-nishiguchi Sta. · 8 min walk

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Afuri Karakurenai Shinjuku Subnade
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Afuri Karakurenai Shinjuku Subnade

visitors rate it highly; locals rate it modestly. Visitor favourite. Featured in 2 creator posts.

RamenSpicy RamenYuzu Ramen

Shinjuku-nishiguchi Sta. · 2 min walk

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Beef Kitchen Stand APA Hotel Kabukicho Tower Ten
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Beef Kitchen Stand APA Hotel Kabukicho Tower Ten

visitors rate it well; locals rate it modestly. Visitor favourite. Featured in 1 creator post.

SteakYakinikuRamen

Shinjuku-nishiguchi Sta. · 7 min walk

Ichiran Shinjuku Kabuki-cho
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Ichiran Shinjuku Kabuki-cho

visitors rate it highly; locals rate it modestly. Visitor favourite. Featured in 1 creator post.

Tonkotsu Ramen

Shinjuku-nishiguchi Sta. · 5 min walk

Ramen in Kabukicho, answered

What is the best ramen in Kabukicho?
Ramen Hōsenka Shinjuku rates highest of the 9 ramen restaurants we scored in Kabukicho, Tokyo, known for its kinmedai ramen.
How much does ramen cost in Kabukicho?
Most ramen restaurants we scored in Kabukicho, Tokyo sit around ¥1,000~¥1,999 per person for dinner.
How long does a ramen meal take?
Allow 30 to 60 minutes at most of these restaurants. Ramen is generally eaten quickly here, and counter seats turn over fast, so a queue often moves faster than it looks.
Are these ramen restaurants small?
Yes, mostly. 6 of the 9 with seating data hold 20 covers or fewer, and 6 have counter seating. Expect to queue at peak times, and to be split up if you are a larger group.
Which station is closest?
Shinjuku-nishiguchi Sta. is the closest station for 6 of the 9 restaurants listed here. Each entry shows its own nearest stop and walking time.