Miso Mendokoro Hanamichian Tokyo Station

Located on B1F of Tokyo Station Ichibangai, within the Tokyo Ramen Street, this is a specialty miso ramen shop. (Please note: there's another 'Tokyo Ramen Yokocho' inside Tokyo Station, but it's in a different area). This is the Tokyo Station branch of the Hanamichian group, which has its main store in Nogata, Nakano-ku. Their signature dish is the 'Special Miso Ramen,' featuring a rich, deep soup based on pork bone and chicken broth, combined with a flavorful, rich miso. The custom-made thick, wavy noodles from Mikawaya Seimen have a high hydration content, allowing them to thoroughly absorb the concentrated soup. Toppings include crispy stir-fried bean sprouts, pork belly chashu, and chives. The basic miso offers a mellow taste with minimal strong flavors. For those who enjoy spicy ramen, chili oil-based options like 'Spicy Miso Ramen' and 'Ajitama Spicy Miso Ramen' (spicy miso with seasoned egg) are regularly available, allowing you to savor the rich umami of miso with a kick. There's also a variety of other options, such as the 'Rich Niboshi Miso Ramen' which incorporates the aroma of dried sardines. The shop operates continuously from 8 AM to 11 PM, and is equipped with English menus and English-compatible ticket vending machines, making it easy for international travelers to order. On the table, you'll find condiments like vinegar, minced garlic, ichimi (red chili powder), and sansho (Japanese pepper) to customize your ramen's flavor.