Honke Daiichi-Asahi - Main Shop

About

Kyoto's legendary ramen spot since 1947, serving up classic soy sauce broth and char siu.

Why go

• The very next day I actually decided to check out their second location in Karasuma as it was much less busy
• A legend next to Kyoto Station
• Popular with locals, often has a long line

Must try

• Large specialty ramen
• Tonkotsu shoyu ramen
• Clear broth with slightly undercooked chicken
• Chicken & pork sashimi
• Pork bone soy sauce soup with Kujo green onions

Pro tips

• Main shop (near Kyoto station) had a massive line
• Order from the digital kiosk with an English menu
• Open from 6 AM to 1 AM

Good to know

• Main shop had a massive line even late at night
• Closed Tuesdays

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Rating

4 / 5 (8644 reviews)

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