This time, we will introduce the history and characteristics of "Jiro-style ramen," a local B-class gourmet food in Tokyo.

Tokyo is the capital of Japan and is located in the Kanto region.

It is home to many famous tourist spots that represent Japan, such as Tokyo Tower, Skytree, and Asakusa, and is visited by many tourists from both Japan and abroad every year.

This time, we will be giving a thorough explanation of this charming local B-class gourmet food of Tokyo, "Jiro-style ramen"!

What is Jiro-style ramen?

Jiro-style ramen refers to ramen made in the style of Ramen Jiro, a ramen chain located in Meguro Ward, Tokyo.

It features a simple and light pork bone and soy sauce-based soup topped with plenty of bean sprouts, garlic, and pork slices that have been infused with the flavor of the soup.

Those who eat Jiro-style ramen for the first time will be surprised by its voluminous appearance.

It is often mistaken for "Iekei Ramen," but there are clear differences in the way it is made and where it originated.

The history of Jiro-style ramen

Jiro-style ramen began with Ramen Jiro, which opened in Meguro Ward, Tokyo in 1968.

After that, when it moved to Mita, Minato Ward, students from a nearby university started coming to eat there, and it became popular mainly in the Kanto region.

Nowadays, all ramen made in the same way as "Ramen Jiro" is called "Jiro-style ramen."

Its popularity has not waned, and there are many enthusiastic fans of Jiro-style ramen known as "Jirorians."

Characteristics of Jiro-style ramen

The defining feature of Jiro-style ramen is the seasoning.

As mentioned above, Jiro-style ramen is popular and characterized by its simple, light soup based on pork bone and soy sauce, and generous servings of pork and garlic.

Another feature is the quick turnover rate and speed from ordering to serving.

Furthermore, the way Jiro-style ramen is ordered is unique.

We'll explain in detail below, so check them out one by one!

Purchase a meal ticket

For Jiro-style ramen, tickets are generally sold at a ticket machine, so you can choose your size (small or large) there and purchase it.

Order toppings

As you sit and wait, the waiter will ask you if you would like any additional toppings.

The four most commonly asked questions are "garlic, vegetables, oil, and caramel." These four mainly refer to the following toppings.

・Garlic...coarsely chopped garlic ・Vegetables...bean sprouts and cabbage ・Oil...pork back fat ・Caramel...soy sauce

If you want more of these, you say "mashi" and if you want less, you say "soshi." For example, if you want more garlic, you would order "Niniku kumashide onegaishimasu."

If you're eating it for the first time or don't know the rules of Jiro-style ramen, you may feel a bit flustered at first, so it's a good idea to remember some things here!

Tourist spots in Tokyo

From here, we will introduce tourist spots in Tokyo.

Sensoji Temple

Sensoji Temple is a temple located in Taito Ward, Tokyo.

The statue of Kannon Bodhisattva is the principal image of the temple, and many worshippers visit every year as it is believed to bring good fortune in terms of financial luck and personal success.

Additionally, the large red lantern and Kaminarimon Gate in front of Sensoji Temple are one of Japan's most famous tourist spots and a popular photo spot.

The road leading to Sensoji Temple is lined with souvenir shops and restaurants, and is bustling with people enjoying snacks on the go.

Tokyo Skytree

Tokyo Skytree is the tallest tower in Japan, located in Sumida Ward, Tokyo. Its height is 634m, and it is said to have been built at this height in honor of "Musashi."

You can get a panoramic view of Tokyo from the observation deck of the Skytree. Especially at night, you can enjoy the sparkling night view of Tokyo.

The surrounding area is home to Solamachi, an area lined with restaurants and general stores, making it a must-see tourist spot for any Tokyo visitor.

Haneda Airport

Haneda Airport is an airport located in Ota Ward, Tokyo. As the gateway to Japan, Haneda Airport is a great place to travel both domestically and internationally, as well as for sightseeing.

Haneda Airport's Terminal 3 is lined with traditional buildings reminiscent of old Japan, where you can purchase Japanese souvenirs and specialties.

You can also get a close-up look at planes taking off from the observation deck. The sight of planes taking off right in front of you is so impressive that you'll be fascinated no matter how many times you watch it.

Tokyo Skydeck

Tokyo Sky Deck is an observation deck located on the rooftop of Roppongi Hills in Minato Ward, Tokyo.

From the Tokyo Sky Deck you can see Tokyo's famous tourist spots such as Tokyo Tower and Tokyo Skytree.

It may close when it rains, but on a nice day the view is amazing and the air is so clear you'd never guess it's Tokyo.

Access to Tokyo

From here, we will introduce how to access Tokyo.

If you are traveling from Yokohama to Tokyo, we recommend taking the train. You can access Tokyo Station from Yokohama Station using the JR Yokosuka Line or JR Ueno-Tokyo Line.

If you are traveling from Osaka to Tokyo, we recommend taking the Shinkansen. You can easily get from Shin-Osaka Station to Tokyo Station in about 2 hours and 30 minutes.

summary

This time, we introduced the characteristics and history of "Jiro-style ramen," a local B-class gourmet food in Tokyo.

We learned that Jiro-style ramen is based on the ramen preparation method used at Ramen Jiro, and is characterized by its generous portions and satisfying texture.

Furthermore, we learned that there are now many passionate fans of Jiro-style ramen called "Jirorians" who adore Jiro-style ramen!

We also mentioned that Tokyo is dotted with many tourist spots.

All of these places are famous tourist spots and attract many tourists from overseas every year, so be sure to check them out!

There are specialty shops serving Jiro-style ramen all over the country, so if you're interested, check out the list of stores below.

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