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    Mendokoro Kinoe

    麺処 きのゑ

    Local Favorite
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    Operated by a former traditional Japanese (washoku) chef next to the ancient Kengun Shrine. The kitchen extracts pure golden dashi from kombu, dried seafood, and chicken bones, producing a pristine salt ramen adorned with handmade chicken meatballs and chashu.

    Tokusei Shio Ramen (特製塩らぁ麺) with chicken tsukune & seasoned egg at Mendokoro Kinoe
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    Tokusei Shio Ramen (特製塩らぁ麺) with chicken tsukune & seasoned egg

    Tanrei Shio
    Artisanal Dashi
    Shoyu
    Tori Paitan
    Ramen
    Ticket machine
    ¥1,000-¥1,999

    Good to know & entry protocol

    Located one minute walk from Kengun Shrine and five minutes from Doshokubutsuen-mae tram station. Free dedicated parking for four vehicles behind the building. A refreshing non-tonkotsu destination in Kumamoto. Cash only.

    Operational note: Near Kengun Shrine; former traditional Japanese washoku chef crafting clear dashi with sea bream fish sauce; table service
    Card accepted

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    熊本県熊本市東区健軍本町14-39 アーバンハイツ 1F

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    What to expect

    Noodles

    Ramen

    Broth

    Tanrei Shio
    Artisanal Dashi
    Shoyu
    Tori Paitan

    Typical price

    ¥1,000-¥1,999

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    Recommended order

    Tokusei Shio Ramen (特製塩らぁ麺) with chicken tsukune & seasoned egg

    Getting there

    熊本県熊本市東区健軍本町14-39 アーバンハイツ 1F

    5 min from Doshokubutsuen-mae

    Kumamoto City Tram Line A, Kumamoto City Tram Line B

    Hours

    11:00–15:00 (L.O. 14:30), 17:00–20:00 (L.O. 19:30). Closed Thursdays.

    Closed: Thursday

    Queue & entry protocol

    Located one minute walk from Kengun Shrine and five minutes from Doshokubutsuen-mae tram station. Free dedicated parking for four vehicles behind the building. A refreshing non-tonkotsu destination in Kumamoto. Cash only.

    Ticketing & operational notice: Near Kengun Shrine; former traditional Japanese washoku chef crafting clear dashi with sea bream fish sauce; table service

    How to Order
    Native Japanese audio

    Point at the menu or use the phrases below.

    Order your bowl

    これをください

    Kore o kudasai (This one, please)

    Customise your noodles
    麺かためでMen katame de (firm noodles)
    麺やわらかめでMen yawarakame de (soft noodles)
    替え玉くださいKaedama kudasai (extra noodles)
    Useful phrases
    おいしい！Oishii! — Delicious!
    お会計お願いしますOkaikei onegai shimasu — Check, please
    ごちそうさまでしたGochisousama deshita — Thank you for the meal (said when leaving)
    大盛りでOomori de — Large portion, please
    少なめでSukuname de — Smaller portion, please

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    Select your restrictions. Show the generated card to restaurant staff.

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    Questions about Mendokoro Kinoe

    What is the nearest station to Mendokoro Kinoe?
    Doshokubutsuen-mae, about a 5-minute walk away. Doshokubutsuen-mae is served by Kumamoto City Tram Line A and Kumamoto City Tram Line B.
    What should I order at Mendokoro Kinoe?
    Tokusei Shio Ramen (特製塩らぁ麺) with chicken tsukune & seasoned egg. The kitchen works in Tanrei Shio, Artisanal Dashi, Shoyu and Tori Paitan. Noodles: ramen.
    How much does ramen cost at Mendokoro Kinoe?
    A bowl runs ¥1,000-¥1,999. Cards are accepted. Order from the ticket machine by the door before sitting down.
    When is Mendokoro Kinoe open?
    11:00–15:00 (L.O. 14:30), 17:00–20:00 (L.O. 19:30). Closed Thursdays. Closed Thursday.