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Kyoka
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A Tachikawa ramen shop open since 2000, two minutes from Tachikawa-Minami. Its signature is a soy-sauce ramen made on a layered soup of chicken, pork and seafood.
The shop
Kyoka opened on 29 June 2000. Its owner, Keiichi Machida, became known for a dramatic noodle-draining style called 'Kegon no Taki', named after the waterfall. In 2020 he also took over Niboshi Iwashi Ramen En in Hachioji. The shop's message names three principles: justice, affection and reassurance, the last meaning it aims to keep its quality as customers expect.
The bowl
The soup is layered from chicken, pork and seafood. The soy tare is a blend of six aged soy sauces. The wonton-topped version comes with large, smooth wontons. A chicken paitan, a white and frothy chicken soup, is also on the menu.
How to order
The flagship bowl is the 'Kiwami' shoyu ramen. A 2024 feature listed the Kiwami shoyu ramen with wonton at ¥1,500 and the Kiwami tori paitan ramen at ¥1,300. On map listings the version with a marinated egg (ajitama) is shown as popular. Tsukemen is on the menu too.
Before you go
- Open every day. Weekdays 11:00-15:00 and 17:00-22:00. Weekends and holidays open all day, 11:00-22:00.
- Cash only. Cards, e-money and QR payments are not accepted.
- 18 counter seats. Wheelchair entry is possible and children are welcome.
- The shop's own description says each bowl is served under a spotlight. Coin parking is next door.
FAQ
What should I order first?
The Kiwami shoyu ramen, the soy bowl on the layered chicken, pork and seafood soup. The wonton version is the one featured in media.
Is it open on weekends?
Yes. It is open every day, and all day without a break on weekends and holidays.
How far is it from the station?
2 minutes from Tachikawa-Minami on the Tama Monorail and about 5 minutes from the south exit of JR Tachikawa.
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