Chuka Soba Nishino
Ramen · Bunkyō, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
$10–20per person
Chef
Mizuhara Hiromitsu
Why go
An 11-seat ramen counter in Hongo that has earned seven consecutive Tabelog 100 selections since 2019, serving chuka soba under JPY 2,000. The format is counter-only, cash-only, no reservations; arrive at 11 AM or 6 PM when service begins to avoid a wait.
About Chuka Soba Nishino
Chuka Soba Nishino is a Tokyo ramen venue with a price range of JPY 1,000–1,999. Its posted hours cover lunch and dinner service on most days: 11 AM–3 PM and 6–9 PM on Monday and Wednesday through Sunday, with Tuesday closed.
Tabelog Recognition
Chuka Soba Nishino appears on the Tabelog 100 - Ramen - TOKYO - 2025 list. That recognition places it among Tokyo ramen venues highlighted by Tabelog for 2025. The takeaway is simple: it is a Tokyo ramen stop with 2025 Tabelog 100 recognition and a price range of JPY 1,000–1,999.
Service Hours and Planning
The schedule is Monday 11 AM–3 PM and 6–9 PM; Tuesday closed; Wednesday 11 AM–3 PM and 6–9 PM; Thursday 11 AM–3 PM and 6–9 PM; Friday 11 AM–3 PM and 6–9 PM; Saturday 11 AM–3 PM and 6–9 PM; and Sunday 11 AM–3 PM and 6–9 PM.
How It Compares in Tokyo
For broader Tokyo dining research, TOKYO LIGHT BLUE HONGO-3 and Jumbo Hanare are comparison points. Other Tokyo dining rooms may suit different occasions depending on what kind of meal you want.
Use Chuka Soba Nishino as a Tokyo ramen option when the hours and JPY 1,000–1,999 price range fit your plans. For more dining options across the capital, consult our full Tokyo restaurants guide; for accommodations in Tokyo, see our full Tokyo hotels guide.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 11 AM–3 PM, 6–9 PM · Tuesday: Closed
- Location
- Japan, 〒113-0033 Tokyo, Bunkyo City, Hongo, 3 Chome−30−7 熊野ビル B101
- Website
- ramenkoike.com
- Phone
- +81
Venue details
Ambiance
Small, counter-only ramen shop with a casual, bustling atmosphere; guests sit close together at the counter watching bowls prepared in a compact open kitchen, with bright but simple decor focused entirely on the noodles.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Comfort cooking
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Counter dining
- Drinks Focus
- Soft drinks, Beer
- Opened
- 2018
Signature Dishes
- Wonton noodles
- Chuka soba
- Tsukemen (seasonal sudachi tsukemen)
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒113-0033 Tokyo, Bunkyo City, Hongo, 3 Chome−30−7 熊野ビル B101
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 11 AM–3 PM, 6–9 PM
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 11 AM–3 PM, 6–9 PM
- Thursday
- 11 AM–3 PM, 6–9 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM–3 PM, 6–9 PM
- Saturday
- 11 AM–3 PM, 6–9 PM
- Sunday
- 11 AM–3 PM, 6–9 PM
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Sake to Misonikomi Misonikomin, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Jumbo Hanare, Yakiniku, Yakiniku
- TOKYO LIGHT BLUE HONGO-3, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Yakiniku Jambo Hongo, Notable alternative
- Katsuzen, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Against its Hongo peers, this shop delivers the strongest award pedigree at the lowest price. Sake to Misonikomi Misonikomin charges JPY 2,000–2,999 and offers a fuller izakaya format with alcohol, but lacks Tabelog recognition and suits groups who want multiple courses rather than a focused bowl. TOKYO LIGHT BLUE HONGO-3 undercuts on price (under JPY 999) and also serves lighter ramen, making it the best fallback when the 11-seat counter here is full, but expect neighborhood-shop execution rather than award-level consistency.
The two yakiniku options nearby, Yakiniku Jambo Hongo and Jumbo Hanare, serve a different meal category entirely and suit parties of three or more who want table seating and grilled meats; neither competes directly with the ramen counter format. Katsuzen is the tonkatsu alternative for those who prefer fried cutlets, though it also lacks the Tabelog track record.
For ramen enthusiasts willing to travel across Tokyo, the Tabelog 100 list includes higher-ranked shops with longer waits and steeper prices, but within the Hongo neighborhood, this is the only counter with seven consecutive years of national recognition. Book accommodations near Hongo-sanchome Station if you plan to queue at opening; the counter fills fastest on weekends, so weekday lunch offers the shortest wait for solo diners.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Chuka Soba Nishino?
Chuka Soba Nishino is a Tokyo ramen venue with a price range of JPY 1,000–1,999. Hours are 11 AM–3 PM and 6–9 PM on Monday and Wednesday through Sunday, with Tuesday closed.
What should I order at Chuka Soba Nishino?
Chuka Soba Nishino is a ramen venue with Tabelog 100 - Ramen - TOKYO - 2025 recognition.
Is lunch or dinner better at Chuka Soba Nishino?
Lunch and dinner hours are 11 AM–3 PM and 6–9 PM on Monday and Wednesday through Sunday. Tuesday is closed.
Is Chuka Soba Nishino good for a special occasion?
That depends on what you need from the occasion. Chuka Soba Nishino has a JPY 1,000–1,999 price range, lunch and dinner hours on operating days, a Tokyo location, and 2025 Tabelog 100 ramen recognition.
What are alternatives to Chuka Soba Nishino in Tokyo?
For other Tokyo dining options, you can compare Chuka Soba Nishino with TOKYO LIGHT BLUE HONGO-3 or Jumbo Hanare, or browse other unnamed Tokyo restaurants.
