Ramen Jiro Nakayama ekimae ten
Midori, Yokohama
Restaurant in Yokohama, Japan
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Price
JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Why go
A thirteen-seat counter two minutes from Nakayama Station, maintaining Tabelog 100 status since 2020 for customizable, high-volume ramen under JPY 1,200. The call system (garlic, vegetables, oil, extra sauce) rewards regulars but requires protocol fluency. Worth the wait if you chase maximum substance per yen; skip if you prefer lighter broths or controlled portions.
About Ramen Jiro Nakayama ekimae ten
Ramen Jiro Nakayama ekimae ten is a Yokohama venue with a price range of JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999. Check details such as exact address, hours, seating, ordering process, payment methods, specific menu items directly before visiting.
Its clearest distinction is inclusion in Tabelog 100 - Ramen - KANAGAWA - 2025. For service format, portion size, queue behavior, or individual dishes, confirm current official or on-site information before forming specific expectations.
What the Tabelog Recognition Signals
Tabelog 100 - Ramen - KANAGAWA - 2025 places Ramen Jiro Nakayama ekimae ten among recognized ramen venues in Kanagawa for that year. It is a useful signal for diners comparing notable options, but it does not by itself indicate multi-year streaks, exact scores, rankings, or technical details of the bowl.
For diners browsing Yokohama options, the practical takeaway is simple: this is a recognized Yokohama venue in the JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999 range. Any more specific expectations should be confirmed with current official or on-site information.
Seasonal Considerations
Plan with flexibility, confirm current operating details before making a special trip, including seasonal menus, opening schedule, closure days, reservation policy, queue patterns.
The price band makes Ramen Jiro Nakayama ekimae ten a relatively accessible listing within the premium guide, but visitors should avoid assuming a particular format, seat count, payment method, or dining pace.
Likewise, check smoking policy, dress expectations, parking, group suitability, dietary accommodations directly before visiting.
If you are comparing notable dining choices, Ramen Sugimoto and Men Dokoro Akimoto are among the only peer venues that may be referenced here by name. For broader planning, browse other Yokohama ramen and dining options generically, then verify current details venue by venue.
Planning details
- Location
- 神奈川県横浜市緑区台村町309-1 土井ビル 1F
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/kanagawa/A1401/A140207/14038422
- Phone
- +81
Venue details
Ambiance
No-frills, counter-only ramen shop atmosphere with a busy, energetic feel and a friendly, tightly packed dining room.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Noise Level
- Loud
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- ramen
- tsukemen
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Ashibi, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Curry Senmon Ten KEN, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Men Dokoro Akimoto, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- BASCULE, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Ramen Sugimoto, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Restaurant context
At JPY 980–JPY 1,160 per bowl, Ramen Jiro Nakayama ekimae ten sits in the middle of Yokohama's value-ramen tier alongside Men Dokoro Akimoto, Ramen Sugimoto, BASCULE (all JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999). Curry Senmon Ten KEN undercuts them all below JPY 999, while Ashibi charges JPY 2,000–JPY 2,999 for a more curated experience. Nakayama ekimae ten's six-year Tabelog 100 streak (2020–2025) outpaces the award history of its peers, though Ramen Sugimoto and Men Dokoro Akimoto also claim recent recognition.
The decisive factor is format tolerance. Jiro's customization protocol, communicating preferences in queue, calling toppings at the counter, managing massive portions, demands familiarity. Ramen Sugimoto and Men Dokoro Akimoto serve more straightforward tonkotsu with less ceremony. BASCULE offers a quieter room. Ashibi provides table service and a broader menu. If you want maximum calories and free add-ons for under JPY 1,200, Nakayama ekimae ten wins on value. If you prefer a gentler learning curve or lighter portions, Ramen Sugimoto or Men Dokoro Akimoto deliver similar quality with less friction.
Booking difficulty favors Nakayama ekimae ten only in the sense that no reservations exist anywhere in this tier, all five operate on walk-up queues. Peak-hour waits run 20–40 minutes across the group, with Thursday closures common. For solo diners chasing award-backed tonkotsu without ceremony, this counter justifies the wait. For pairs seeking conversation space or dietary flexibility, the comparison venues offer better fits.
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What should a first-timer know about Ramen Jiro Nakayama ekimae ten?
Ramen Jiro Nakayama ekimae ten is in Yokohama, has a price range of JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999, appears in Tabelog 100 - Ramen - KANAGAWA - 2025. Confirm current ordering steps, menu items, payment details before visiting.
Can I eat at the bar at Ramen Jiro Nakayama ekimae ten?
Is Ramen Jiro Nakayama ekimae ten good for solo dining?
The key planning details are the Yokohama location, the JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999 price range, the 2025 Tabelog 100 ramen recognition for Kanagawa. Check current venue information if solo-dining setup is important to your visit.
What should I wear to Ramen Jiro Nakayama ekimae ten?
Dress practically for a Yokohama dining visit, check current venue guidance if you need specific accessibility, smoking, or comfort information.
