Ichiran Nishi-Shinjuku
Serving its world-famous tonkotsu ramen around the clock, Ichiran Nishi-Shinjuku offers one of Tokyo's most iconic and uniquely Japanese dining experiences.
Ichiran Nishi-Shinjuku is one of Tokyo's most popular ramen restaurants, located just a short walk from the West Exit of Shinjuku Station. Renowned for its rich tonkotsu (pork bone) broth, perfectly cooked noodles and unique solo dining booths, the restaurant has become a must-visit destination for both first-time visitors and seasoned ramen enthusiasts.
Unlike traditional ramen shops, Ichiran allows diners to customise every aspect of their meal—from noodle firmness and broth richness to garlic, spice and spring onions—before enjoying their ramen in individual booths designed to minimise distractions and let the flavours take centre stage.
Why Visit?
- 🍜 Experience one of Japan's most famous ramen chains.
- 🥢 Customise your bowl with your preferred noodle firmness, broth richness and spice level.
- 🪑 Dine in Ichiran's famous individual flavour-concentration booths.
- ⏰ Open 24 hours a day, making it perfect for late-night meals.
- ⭐ Consistently high-quality tonkotsu ramen loved by locals and visitors alike.
- 🚶 Conveniently located just a short walk from Shinjuku Station.
History
Ichiran was founded in Fukuoka in 1960, where Hakata-style tonkotsu ramen originated. The company developed a distinctive dining concept centred on allowing customers to focus entirely on the flavour of their ramen, introducing its now-famous individual dining booths and highly customisable ordering system.
The Nishi-Shinjuku branch has become one of the chain's busiest Tokyo locations, attracting visitors from around the world looking to experience one of Japan's most recognisable ramen brands. Its convenient location and 24-hour operation make it a popular stop at any time of day or night.
What to Order
Popular choices include:
- 🍜 Classic Ichiran Tonkotsu Ramen.
- 🌶️ Original Red Secret Sauce.
- 🥚 Soft-boiled seasoned egg.
- 🍚 Steamed rice.
- 🍜 Extra noodles (kaedama).
- 🍺 Japanese beer.
Nearby Attractions
- 🌃 Kabukichō
- 🦖 Godzilla Head
- 🏮 Omoide Yokocho (Memory Lane)
- 🏙️ Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building
- 🐱 Shinjuku 3D Cat
- ⚔️ Samurai Restaurant Time
Tips
- 🥢 Take your time completing the customisation sheet—small changes can noticeably alter the flavour.
- 🍜 Order kaedama (extra noodles) if you're still hungry after finishing your first serving.
- ⏰ Although open 24 hours, queues are common during lunch, dinner and late-night peak periods.
- 💳 Ticket vending machines accept cash and most major cashless payment methods.
- 🌶️ If you're unsure, start with a mild level of the Original Red Secret Sauce.
Location
Ichiran Nishi-Shinjuku is located just a few minutes' walk from the West Exit of Shinjuku Station, close to Omoide Yokocho (Memory Lane) and many of Shinjuku's most popular attractions.
📍 Ichiran Nishi-Shinjuku, 7-10-18 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo