Ramen Oyaji
ラーメン 親爺
Overview
A long-established Kyoto ramen shop founded in 1977, located near Myoshinji Temple in Hanazono, Kyoto. Its jet-black soy sauce soup is sometimes called "Hanazono Black," but contrary to its dark appearance, the flavor is surprisingly light. The first bite is refreshing, and as you continue eating, the umami and richness of the soy sauce gradually emerge, creating a bowl you won't get tired of. The noodles are medium-thin, straight, low-hydration round noodles from Kondo Seimen, known for its directly managed noodle factory, characterized by a pleasant, snappy texture. The chashu is well-infused with soy sauce tare, and the fatty parts are tender and sweet. The toppings consist of a simple combination: thinly sliced menma, boiled bean sprouts, and plenty of green onions. With a straightforward menu of only ramen and white rice, it has been supported by local regulars and nearby students for many years. When ordering, you can customize your preferences, such as noodle firmness or including freshly minced raw ninniku (garlic). Adding white pepper or the tabletop spicy seasoning allows you to enjoy different facets of this classic bowl.
How to Order
1Before entering the shop
It is located about a 5-minute walk from Hanazono Station on the JR San-in Line, along the main gate of Myoshinji Temple. It is in a residential area away from the main tourist spots, making it difficult to find unless you specifically aim for it. As a popular shop since 1977, there are often queues before opening, especially during lunchtime. There are a few parking spaces in front of the shop, and coin parking lots are also nearby.
2Ordering
There is no ticket vending machine; instead, you take a seat, look at the menu, and order verbally. The menu primarily consists of ramen and white rice. When ordering, you can verbally communicate your preferences, such as noodle firmness (e.g., kata (firm)), whether to include freshly minced raw ninniku (garlic), extra negi (green onion), or choosing chashu with more fatty parts. The difference between chashu ramen and regular ramen is small, so you can choose based on your preference. Payment is cash only.
3Seating and Receiving
The interior features an L-shaped counter and table seats. A couple meticulously prepares each bowl one by one. During busy times, multiple orders might be made at once, so it may take some time for your food to be served depending on when you enter.
4Other
The soup is not as strong as it looks, so it's recommended to taste it as is first. Adding white pepper, which you might not usually use, enhances the richness of the soy sauce, and you can also enjoy changing the flavor with the tabletop spicy seasoning. Rice pairs well with the soup but can sometimes sell out.
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Seating
Tables seat up to ~4 people. Groups of 5+ will need multiple tables and may wait longer than usual.
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続きまして、
— 鬼のりっく@まるっとスロっと。 (@Rick_syoken) March 15, 2026
ラーメン 親爺
行った事ない人を連れて行くと、
うまい率は、100%。
60分の休憩の間に行けるとしたら、
円町KINGだけですね！
ラーメン藤 本店と迷いましたが、近くにパチンコ屋さんがないため。2番目にポストしました。#ラーメン #パチンコ #京都 pic.twitter.com/kDTwud5GM6
お昼はラーメン親爺さん(京都市右京区)でダブルチャーシュー麺を食べました😋✨
— なおぞら＠関牛乳Tシャツマン (@346Naoster_S) March 21, 2026
※食べかけでごめんなさい
#アイマスP食いしん坊隊 pic.twitter.com/e1jl3beEcF
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Business Hours
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| Lunch | Afternoon | Dinner | Late night | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekday | 30-60 minRef. | - | - | - |
| Weekend | 15-30 minRef. | - | - | - |
* Dashed cells = reference data from past visit examples (replaced once enough reviews arrive)
Dietary Notes
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This information is based on user reports and is not official information from the shop. Cross-contamination in the cooking environment cannot be guaranteed. If you have severe allergies, please confirm directly with the shop.
Animal-free menu available
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No MSG
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Gluten-free menu available
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Halal options available
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