All Reviews of ICHIRAN Souhonten -Headshop & Office-

Located in Nakasu, Hakata, Fukuoka, ICHIRAN's Main Shop is definitely the ultimate destination that ramen lovers from around the world must visit when traveling to Kyushu! As the originator of natural tonkotsu ramen, it not only has the signature individual Flavor Concentration Booths, where you can savor every sip of broth without being disturbed, but also an impressively grand building unique to the main shop.

The signature tonkotsu broth is rich yet smooth, and you can choose how firm you want the noodles. You can also customize the amount of green onions and the richness of the broth, so it's no wonder Ichiran has always held a special place in the hearts of Taiwanese people. My favorite part is still the individual seating design. Everyone gets their own little space, so there's no need to interact with the people next to you. You can even order and get a noodle refill at the push of a button, with almost no need to talk to the staff.

It's basically heaven for introverts!!

Even if you're alone, you can comfortably finish a piping-hot bowl of ramen with absolutely no social pressure〜

Known for its rich, savory tonkotsu broth, it pairs springy thin noodles with a secret red chili sauce for layers of flavor and a wonderful aroma. The biggest feature is that you can customize the richness of the broth, noodle firmness, garlic, spice level, and amount of green onions to create your own flavor. The unique “flavor concentration booths” also let customers focus on enjoying every bite of ramen.

When you come to Japan, how could you miss a hot bowl of Ichiran ramen? You can get Ichiran in Taiwan too, but somehow eating it in Japan feels a little more special.

From ordering, choosing the richness of the broth and the firmness of the noodles, to the unique solo seating setup, every detail has that sense of ritual that makes Japanese ramen culture so fun. The rich tonkotsu broth, thin noodles, and secret spicy sauce are seriously satisfying in one bite!

Food while traveling isn’t just about flavor. It becomes a memory.

If you’re visiting Japan, definitely put Ichiran ramen on your must-eat list. The atmosphere of eating ramen in Japan really does feel different from Taiwan!

If you come to Fukuoka, making a pilgrimage to Ichiran Souhonten is definitely one of the must-do travel experiences.

This entire building in Nakasu has such a powerful presence. It looks impressive during the day, and at night, when the whole wall lights up with red lanterns, it has a lively festival-like atmosphere. Once inside, the classic “flavor concentration booth” lets you focus completely on the bowl of ramen in front of you.

When my customized tonkotsu ramen arrived, the rich, silky broth was amazing from the first sip. The slightly spicy kick from the signature red secret sauce gave it that extra soul. The flavor was familiar, but eating it at the main store added a special sense of ceremony and completion. The thin noodles soaked up the broth beautifully, and with the tender chashu, I finished it in no time. Finally, after drinking every last drop of soup and seeing the message at the bottom of the bowl—“This last drop is the greatest joy”—my pilgrimage to the Nakasu main store felt truly complete.

I really like that at Ichiran you can adjust the noodle firmness, spice level, and garlic to your liking. Every time, I get the flavor that suits me best, and that level of customization is a big plus.

I couldn't stop drinking the soup until the very last drop. Totally satisfying!

I really love eating Ichiran Ramen! I come here every time. 🍜