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Back in 2017, Nakiryu ('crying dragon') become Tokyo's second ramen restaurant to score a Michelin star. Now listed in the Bib Gourmand category, which celebrates exceptional value for money, the Otsuka eatery also ranked fourth on Trip.com's 2024 Asia 100 Light Bites list and is known for its house special dandanmen. Serving as a testament to the quality on offer, their red pepper-based version of the Szechuan-born dish is as light as shoyu ramen – a very refined bowl but still gutsy. There's a good punch of chilli heat coupled with the rich nuttiness of sesame seed, while the noodles are firm to the bite.
You'll also find some excellent shoyu and shio ramen on the menu, along with rice bowls. Topping (all day) and side order (evening only) options include thin and thick pieces of grilled pork, shrimp wonton and more. Don't mind the queue; since everyone is limited to just a bowl of noodles, you won't have to wait that long – relatively speaking.
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