Next Shikaku

Located in an alleyway of Doguyasuji Shopping Street, this is an oyster ramen specialty shop by a new brand from the Tori Soba Zagin group. Reversing the Kansai region's common notion of ramen shops being "bright and clean," it features a unique space design combining a dimly lit, stylish interior with projection mapping, making it suitable for dates without feeling out of place. The signature menu is a full course of three types of oyster ramen: the rich Paitan (white broth) style "Oyster Paitan (koeru)", the refreshing Chintan (clear broth) style "Oyster Chintan", and "Oyster Tsukemen" (dipping noodles). The soup is a triple blend of oyster paste, pork, and chicken, designed to balance the rich umami of the sea with the robust body of animal stock. With oyster meat as a topping, this specialty shop offers the full oyster experience from both the soup and the ingredients. After drinking about halfway, grind and add the sansho pepper from the table mill; its refreshing aroma will enhance the flavor profile, allowing you to enjoy every last drop without getting tired of it. The unique feature of chopsticks and ladles stored in seat drawers, dim lighting, and projection mapping — these details consciously break away from "ramen shop conventions," making them highlights of the establishment. Its operational policy of complete cashless payment (no cash accepted) is also a modern approach, clearly targeting a specific demographic. It also focuses on foreign language support, with ticket vending machines available in English, Chinese, and Korean, and the menu designed with images, making it visually easy to choose. As an oyster ramen spot in Namba where tourists can easily navigate on their own, it symbolizes the ramen experience of the SNS era. Even late arrivals close to closing time are welcome, making it a convenient option for a late-night ramen "shime" (ending a meal/night out).