Ichiran

Osaka

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€4.95

Ichiran

The Ichiran chain of ramen restaurants are purported to be some of the best in the country and perhaps even further afield. So if you like noodles, this is the place for you. There are numerous variations to choose from, including the local favourite Tonkotsu Ramen which comes with a special sauce made in house.

Information

address7-18 Soemoncho, Chuo-ku, Osaka
emailpr@ichiran.co.jp
openingHoursDaily 10am–10pm
phone+81 50 1808 2557
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facebookwww.facebook.com/ramen.ichiran/

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