Kazuma-chan Ramen
Shinjuku · Ramen
Weekday-lunch-only ramen counter tucked down an alley in Kagurazaka. The white miso tan tan men combines sesame depth with miso smoothness over medium-thick noodles, finished with crumbly ground meat.
⚠️ Note: Weekday lunch hours only (11:30am–1:30pm)—not a dinner destination.
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Original post by @tokyo_oishi__
How to visit
- Address
- 4-2-30 Kagurazaka, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
- Hours
- Mon–Wed, Fri 11:30am–1:30pm; Thu 12pm–1:30pm; closed Sat–Sun
- Price
- $$
- Rating
- 3.9 ★ (59 reviews on Google Maps)
- English (?)
- Yes
- Reservations
- Not required
- Payment
- Cash only
Place data via Google Maps
First-timer tips
- Best for
- Weekday lunch ramen fans and sesame tantanmen seekers; counter seating in a hidden Kagurazaka alley. Mild spice level suits heat-averse diners.
- Avoid if
- Coming on weekends (closed Sat–Sun), dinner plans (lunch only), or visiting in a group larger than two; the counter fills fast after noon.
- Nearby pairing
- Pair with ARBOL Kagurazaka (1 min northeast)
What makes it special
This is a tight counter-only space hidden in a Kagurazaka backstreet—exactly the kind of spot locals find and regulars keep quiet about. The white miso tan tan men is the signature: a sesame-heavy broth mellowed by miso, clinging to medium-thick noodles and topped with generous ground meat. Caption notes the richness doesn’t feel one-note; the balance keeps you eating through to the end. Weekdays only, 11:30am–1:30pm, so it’s genuinely a lunch spot.
How to visit
Walk 5 min from Kagurazaka station or 4 min from Ushigome-Kagurazaka (Ōedo line). Weekday lunch only: Mon–Fri 11:30am–1:30pm. Counter seating, cash-friendly. No reservation needed but arrive early—it’s small.
FAQ
What's the signature dish?
White miso tan tan men: a rich sesame broth tempered with white miso, medium-thick noodles, ground meat. The combination is designed not to tire you out.
When is it open?
Weekdays only, Mon–Wed and Fri 11:30am–1:30pm; Thu opens slightly later at 12pm–1:30pm. Closed weekends. It's a proper lunch spot, not dinner.
Is it easy to find?
Yes if you know the address. It's down a back alley in Kagurazaka, a short walk from the station—the neighborhood is full of these tucked-away spots.