
Medika Soba Kingyo
Hino, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
The Read
Price
$10–20per person
Why go
Tabelog Ramen TOKYO Hyakumeiten (Top 100) three years running, this seven-seat counter in Hino serves daily-rotating medaka or niboshi soups for under JPY 2,000. No reservations, Thursday–Sunday only until 3 PM or sell-out. Lines form early; check Instagram for the day's soup before the trip out.
About Medika Soba Kingyo
Medika Soba Kingyo in Tokyo is a compactly documented venue for travelers comparing dining options with a clear budget in mind. The price range is JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999, and the venue is in the Tabelog 100 - Ramen - TOKYO - 2025 recognition.
What the Price Range Means
The price band for Medika Soba Kingyo is JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999. That places it in an accessible range for Tokyo dining, especially for visitors who want a focused meal without committing to a high-spend itinerary.
Logistics and Planning Reality
For planning purposes, the location is Tokyo. If Medika Soba Kingyo is a priority stop, check a current official source before going, especially because Tokyo venues can change operating details and availability without much notice.
How It Compares to Tokyo Dining
Medika Soba Kingyo stands out in this guide on two points: Tokyo location and a JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999 price range, with a 2025 Tabelog 100 ramen recognition. If you are building a broader dining plan, you can compare it with other allowed Pearl venues such as Anjuna, OLD NEW DINER, Patisserie du Chef FUJIU, Senju, and Auberge TOKITO, while keeping in mind that each should be evaluated on its own details rather than assumed to share the same format, cuisine, price, location, or recognition.
Planning details
- Location
- 東京都日野市石田2-9-1
- Website
- ameblo.jp/10091009t
- Phone
- +81
Venue details
Ambiance
An intimate, no-frills ramen counter with just a handful of seats, a calm and focused atmosphere, and a classic neighborhood feel where guests quietly enjoy carefully crafted bowls of broth-heavy ramen.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Counter dining
- Opened
- 2022
Signature Dishes
- Seguro niboshi to Hirako shoyu ramen
- Shio soba (medium)
- Mejika shoyu ramen
- Kamatama chuka (shio)
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 東京都日野市石田2-9-1
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Anjuna, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Patisserie du Chef FUJIU, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Auberge TOKITO, Notable alternative
- Senju, Notable alternative
- OLD NEW DINER, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Restaurant context
At JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999, Medika Soba Kingyo sits firmly in the value tier of Tokyo's Tabelog 100 ramen field, delivering award-recognized bowls for less than half what you'd pay at comparable shops in Shibuya or Shinjuku. Anjuna and OLD NEW DINER match the price range (JPY 1,000–JPY 2,999) but lack the same Tabelog distinction this cycle, making Medika Soba Kingyo the stronger choice if awards guide your ramen pilgrimage. Patisserie du Chef FUJIU operates at an even lower price point (under JPY 999) but shifts the category entirely to pastry; not a relevant cross-shop unless you're planning a multi-stop food day in the same neighborhood.
The trade-off for Medika Soba Kingyo's low price and high acclaim is its restrictive schedule: Thursday–Sunday, 11 AM–3 PM (or until soup runs out), no reservations, seven seats. If you need flexibility or evening service, Anjuna offers easier logistics. If you want the credential of a Tabelog 100 bowl at the lowest possible cost, this is your venue, just confirm the day's soup on Instagram before making the trip to Hino, and arrive before noon to avoid sold-out afternoons.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Medika Soba Kingyo good for a special occasion?
Medika Soba Kingyo may suit a low-key Tokyo meal for someone specifically interested in the venue.
What should a first-timer know about Medika Soba Kingyo?
The essentials are simple: Medika Soba Kingyo is in Tokyo, the price range is JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999, and it is in the Tabelog 100 - Ramen - TOKYO - 2025 recognition.
What are alternatives to Medika Soba Kingyo?
For other dining options in this guide, consider comparable venue venues such as Anjuna, OLD NEW DINER, Patisserie du Chef FUJIU, Senju, and Auberge TOKITO. Do not assume they share the same cuisine, format, price, location, or awards as Medika Soba Kingyo without checking each venue's details.






















