TAKUMA
Hachioji, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
- JPY 999 - JPY 999
Why go
TAKUMA is a 12-seat ramen counter in Hachioji, 40 kilometers west of central Tokyo, selected for Tabelog's Ramen 100 in 2022, 2024, 2025. Bowls cost under ¥1,000, no reservations accepted, the shop runs cash-only. The chef's father operates Chuka Soba Goemon nearby, ingredient sourcing at this price point justifies the train ride from Shinjuku.
About TAKUMA
TAKUMA is a Tokyo venue with a verified price of JPY 999 and a verified listing in Tabelog 100 - Ramen - TOKYO - 2025. Beyond those points, the available verified record is limited, so this guide focuses on what can be stated with confidence rather than filling in details about service style, location within Tokyo, hours, seating, payment, or specific bowls.
Why the Tabelog Recognition Matters
TAKUMA appears in the verified Tabelog 100 - Ramen - TOKYO - 2025 list. That recognition is the clearest confirmed reason to flag the venue for ramen-focused dining in Tokyo. The verified price is JPY 999, placing it below the ¥1,000 mark.
Details such as reservations, seating format, payment methods, opening hours, exact access, ordering process are not included in the verified data provided here. Diners should confirm practical details through current official or trusted local sources before visiting.
How Ingredient Sourcing Shapes the Bowl
The verified data confirms TAKUMA’s Tokyo location, JPY 999 price, Tabelog 100 - Ramen - TOKYO - 2025 recognition. It does not verify specific ingredients, broth style, noodle type, chef background, supplier relationships, or signature dishes. For that reason, the safest way to approach TAKUMA is as a recognized Tokyo ramen venue whose specific menu and experience should be checked close to the time of visit.
At the verified price of JPY 999, TAKUMA sits below the ¥1,000 mark. The Tabelog 100 - Ramen - TOKYO - 2025 listing adds a clear point of recognition without needing to make unverified claims about the shop’s format or operations.
If you are comparing TAKUMA with other allowed dining options, you might also look at Niboshi Iwashi Ramen En Hachioji honten, Tantan, Isoya, Honkaku Teuchi Udon Arata, or Boule Beurre Boulangerie. The best choice depends on what you want to eat and what current listings confirm at the time you go.
Practical note: The verified facts here are limited to Tokyo, JPY 999 pricing, Tabelog 100 - Ramen - TOKYO - 2025 recognition. Confirm hours, access, payment, reservations, menu details before making a trip.
Planning details
- Location
- 東京都八王子市明神町4-12-2
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/tokyo/A1329/A132904/13246669
- Phone
- +81
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Isoya, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Niboshi Iwashi Ramen En Hachioji honten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Boule Beurre Boulangerie, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Honkaku Teuchi Udon Arata, - JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown, - JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown
- Tantan, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
Restaurant context
TAKUMA competes in Hachioji's ramen tier, where Niboshi Iwashi Ramen En Hachioji honten operates at the same ¥1,000–¥1,999 price range but lacks the Tabelog 100 recognition. Niboshi Iwashi leans into regional dashi traditions; TAKUMA's repeat selections (2022, 2024, 2025) suggest tighter sourcing and consistency. If you want the lowest check in the area, Isoya and Boule Beurre Boulangerie both sit under ¥999, but neither targets ramen's technical precision, Isoya serves traditional Japanese, Boule Beurre pivots to baked goods.
For readers who want a Hachioji meal without the ramen focus, Honkaku Teuchi Udon Arata offers hand-pulled udon at the same sub-¥1,000 price, with a larger dining room and easier walk-in access. Tantan, another sub-¥999 option, skews casual and quick. TAKUMA's three Tabelog 100 selections justify the counter-only format and the cash-only policy, you're paying for ingredient depth, not service polish or ambiance flexibility. If sourcing matters more than seating comfort, book the train to Hachioji.
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What are alternatives to compare with TAKUMA?
comparisons venues include Niboshi Iwashi Ramen En Hachioji honten, Tantan, Isoya, Honkaku Teuchi Udon Arata, Boule Beurre Boulangerie. Check current listings to compare confirmed details such as hours, location, availability before choosing.
What should a first-timer know about TAKUMA?
TAKUMA is in Tokyo, has a verified price of JPY 999, is listed in Tabelog 100 - Ramen - TOKYO - 2025. Other practical details, including hours, reservations, seating, payment methods, are not verified here.
Is TAKUMA worth the price?
The verified price is JPY 999, TAKUMA is listed in Tabelog 100 - Ramen - TOKYO - 2025. Whether it is worth it depends on your preferences and the current menu, which is not verified here.
