Asakusa Ramen Yoroiya

"Asakusa Nadaime Ramen Yoroiya" is a long-established Japanese-style ramen shop located in Asakusa 1-chome, just a 1-minute walk from Senso-ji Temple. Situated in the atmospheric heart of Asakusa, it's cherished as a venerable institution for Tokyo-style shoyu (soy sauce) ramen. The building has been renovated, offering a spacious layout with 32 seats in total: 7 counter seats on the first floor and 23 table seats on the second floor. The signature shoyu ramen (950 yen) features a refined Japanese-style chintan (clear) soup, crafted from domestic chicken and pork marrow bones, blended with niboshi (dried sardines), katsuobushi (bonito flakes), and konbu (kelp). Its delicate flavor, refreshing aroma of grated yuzu, and a subtle touch of mitsuba (Japanese parsley) are its hallmarks. The gentle taste, reminiscent of osuimono (clear broth) or ozoni (rice cake soup), makes it perfect for "Asa-ra" (morning ramen, served from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM). The medium-thin wavy noodles are designed to perfectly entwine with the soup, and a must-try specialty is the generously sized nimono tamago (marinated soft-boiled egg), uniquely made using only twin-yolk eggs. The Japanese-style gyoza (450 yen) is a substantial, large-sized offering made with chicken thigh and vermicelli. Being garlic-free, it's a reassuring option for guests who prefer to avoid the scent of garlic. Served elegantly with sansho (Japanese pepper) salt for dipping, these are unique chicken gyoza that are both plump and light. The shop also offers vegan ramen (1400 yen) and vegan gyoza, demonstrating its broad consideration for international travelers with religious or dietary restrictions. While its main clientele consists of foreign tourists, the shop is well-prepared to assist them with attentive staff fluent in English and Chinese.