The Ramen War
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Quick take
Probably my favorite ramen from this second trip to Japan. The broth is clear, light, and transparent, but it still packs an incredibly deep and delicious flavor. It's a soy sauce base done completely right. The pork chashu was super tender, unique, and flavorful, served in thin slices wrapped all around the bowl. The noodles were also perfectly fresh with a great bite. An absolute masterpiece from start to finish.
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9.5/10🇯🇵 Osaka, Japan
Tori Soba Zagin
Chicken Paitan (Tori Soba)
My eighth ramen in Japan! The best Paitan I ever had. A rich and elegant chicken-based ramen with incredible depth of flavor and a punchy broth that surprised me. Both chashu options were fine but not memorable, and the tamago didn’t shine. Still, the noodles were top-tier, and the service was excellent. A refined bowl worth the visit.
May 2025🍜 2 bowls here
9.4/10🇯🇵 Osaka, Japan
Torisoba Zagin
Spicy Chicken Soba
Went back to Torisoba Zagin in this second trip to Japan, to try another bowl. This one hits the spot if you love heat. Their famous creamy tori paitan is super smooth, and the spicy kick is strong but doesn't mask the actual flavor of the soup. It's very spicy but still incredibly tasty. The crispy fried gobo on top gives it a great crunch, and the whole combination just works perfectly. Definitely one of the best spots in Osaka.
Jun 2026🍜 2 bowls here
8.3/10🇯🇵 Osaka, Japan
Kamukura (Kansai International Airport)
Oishii Ramen
A very savory and comforting bowl before a flight. Kamukura is famous for its unique, clear broth that has a slightly sweet aftertaste from all the stewed napa cabbage they pile on top. It’s light, clean, and packed with vegetable flavor, making it feel much less heavy than a standard tonkotsu. The pork slices were tender and the noodles had a good texture. A really solid and tasty option for airport ramen.
Jun 2026
2 bowlsNew9.5/10🇯🇵 Osaka, Japan
Torisoba Zagin
2 bowls · avg 9.4
- Chicken Paitan (Tori Soba)9.5
- Spicy Chicken Soba9.4
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8.3/10🇯🇵 Osaka, Japan
Kamukura (Kansai International Airport)
Oishii Ramen
A very savory and comforting bowl before a flight. Kamukura is famous for its unique, clear broth that has a slightly sweet aftertaste from all the stewed napa cabbage they pile on top. It’s light, clean, and packed with vegetable flavor, making it feel much less heavy than a standard tonkotsu. The pork slices were tender and the noodles had a good texture. A really solid and tasty option for airport ramen.
Jun 2026
7.8/10🇯🇵 Osaka, Japan
Ippudo Nanba Osaka
Karakamen (Spicy Tonkotsu)
My tenth ramen in Japan! Full-on intensity with a spicy kick, but the overall flavor didn’t quite land for me. Solid tamago and springy noodles, though the chashu was average. Not many extras on the table either. A decent stop if you're craving heat, but not a standout beyond the spice. I prefer other options in their menu.
May 2025
9.5/10🇯🇵 Osaka, Japan
Tori Soba Zagin
Chicken Paitan (Tori Soba)
My eighth ramen in Japan! The best Paitan I ever had. A rich and elegant chicken-based ramen with incredible depth of flavor and a punchy broth that surprised me. Both chashu options were fine but not memorable, and the tamago didn’t shine. Still, the noodles were top-tier, and the service was excellent. A refined bowl worth the visit.
May 2025🍜 2 bowls here
9.4/10🇯🇵 Osaka, Japan
Torisoba Zagin
Spicy Chicken Soba
Went back to Torisoba Zagin in this second trip to Japan, to try another bowl. This one hits the spot if you love heat. Their famous creamy tori paitan is super smooth, and the spicy kick is strong but doesn't mask the actual flavor of the soup. It's very spicy but still incredibly tasty. The crispy fried gobo on top gives it a great crunch, and the whole combination just works perfectly. Definitely one of the best spots in Osaka.
Jun 2026🍜 2 bowls here