RAMEN GOTTSU

When you’re in Japan, tasting authentic Tokyo ramen is probably on top of your must-try list. Ramen Gottsu stands out among the ramen joints on almost every street corner and alleyway in Japan. It is a trailblazer of the new school Tokyo ramen. Their own spin on the Japanese classic has been nicknamed “double soup,” a combination of fish and pork broth. Their most popular item, the Gottsu Ramen, has a deep, comforting umami from bonito flakes and spicy miso ground pork. The bowl is adorned with the usual suspects: boiled egg, char siu pork, scallions, and bamboo shoots. The interior has a rugged elegance you’d appreciate as a tourist. It features a solid wood counter with a similar wooden slab above that houses the overhead lighting. A black-tiled wall serves as a backdrop for the ramen chefs working behind the counter. Ramen Gottsu is a well-known ramen restaurant located on a side street in Nerima, just a short walk from the Nerima Culture Center. Make sure to drop by!