Ichiran Mito
★ 3.7 ｜ 1,176 reviews
Famed tonkotsu ramen · Solo booths · Customizable bowls
📍 1539-6 Motoyoshidachō, Mito, Ibaraki 310-0836, Japan
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Hours
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM
- Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 AM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 AM
About
Informal ramen restaurant with a specialty for tonkotsu ramen in a pork bone broth.
The full picture
This specialized tonkotsu ramen restaurant is part of the famous chain known for its rich pork bone broth and unique booth seating.
It is a haven for solo diners and introverts seeking a quiet meal, though it also accommodates small families.
Open until 4am, it is a reliable spot for a late-night meal, though queues are common even during off-peak hours.
💡 Be prepared for a wait during busy times and note that the pricing is slightly higher than typical local ramen shops.
Visitors love
- spacious layout
- open until 4am
- private individual booths
- quiet dining atmosphere
- classic tonkotsu flavor
Some note
- long queues
- relatively expensive
- flavor may not meet high hype
Good to know
- is it good for kids?
- Yes, visitors have mentioned enjoying the experience with their children.
- is it OK on a rainy day?
- Yes, the dining and waiting areas are indoors.
- how long to stay?
- Usually 30 to 45 minutes as the service is efficient and focused on eating.
- is a reservation needed?
- Not mentioned in reviews.
Visitor reviews
★★★★★
This is the only Ichiran Ramen in Mito, and it’s open until 4am, making it a perfect late-night dining option. I visited around 2am and was surprised to see that there were still plenty of customers, which says a lot about its popularity.
Compared to the Ichiran branches in larger cities like Tokyo and Osaka, this location is much more spacious, making for a more comfortable experience from the moment you walk in. It offers two types of seating: the classic individual counter booths that Ichiran is famous for, as well as extra-private booths with walls separating each seat for an even quieter
★★★★★
Great place for ramen. Set up to appeal to single diners or introverts but went with my wife and daughter and we enjoyed it.
★★★★★
Not only this is one of the most popular places to enjoy ramen, it also offers a unique sitting experience where everyone has their individual booth to savor the food slowly. The whole dining experience is so interesting where no words can be heard because everyone is enjoying their ramen in silence.
★★★★★
the only ramen i can eat taste is very delicious
★★★★
The flavor fell short of the hype. Even though there is a huge queue and it is rather expensive, the ramen is worth the wait. But a must visit ramen shop.
