Nerima Shoten

Slurping a deep, savoury pork broth alongside hearty mid-thick noodles hits the spot when hunger strikes. Situated moments from Nerima Station, Machida Shoten Nerima Branch stays open continuously until 3:00, offering its robust bowls throughout the afternoon and late into the night.

The foundation of the menu is a creamy tonkotsu shoyu soup paired with house-made medium-thick noodles that carry the broth well. Diners can fine-tune details like the amount of pork oil to match their taste, tailoring the richness from light to intensely unctuous. Those looking for extra substance can opt for seasoned soft-boiled eggs, char siu, the loaded MAX Ramen, or a refreshing mound of seasoned spring onions.

Rice is a natural accompaniment here. Wrapping a bite of rice in broth-dipped nori seaweed, sharing a plate of gyoza, or adding a bowl of seasoned spring onion rice or moyakabe (steamed beansprouts and cabbage) turns a simple ramen order into a full feast.

The space accommodates solo diners at the counter as well as groups around tables, making it convenient whether you need a quick bite during a workday or a hearty meal after evening drinks. Orders are placed easily at the ticket machine, which accepts transit IC cards, making a hot, satisfying bowl simple to reach whenever the craving strikes.