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    Mendokoro Honda Akihabara Honten

    麺処 ほん田 秋葉原本店

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    Mendokoro Honda occupies a flagship location under the train tracks beside Akihabara Station Central Exit. Master Takahiro Honda relocated here in 2020 after establishing cult status in Higashi-Jujo. The kitchen simmers Daisen chicken, round pork bones, dried sardines, and hamaguri clams into a refined, layered chintan broth. Chefs grill pork shoulder chashu over open binchotan charcoal counterside before serving. In-house noodles provide a smooth slurp and toothsome snap.

    Tokusei Shoyu Ramen (特製醤油) & Binchotan Charcoal Roast Chashu at Mendokoro Honda Akihabara Honten
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    Tokusei Shoyu Ramen (特製醤油) & Binchotan Charcoal Roast Chashu

    Shoyu
    Shio
    Tsukemen
    In-house crafted square-cut straight noodles
    Ticket machine
    ¥1,000–1,999

    Good to know & entry protocol

    Located directly outside Akihabara Station under the elevated tracks. Join the queue outside and purchase food tickets at the electronic kiosk only when instructed by staff. Credit cards and IC transit cards accepted. Closed Wednesdays.

    Operational note: Founder Yuki Honda posts daily supply, queuing lines, and holiday hours.
    Live announcements:𝕏@t_n_w2020honda
    Card accepted
    Counter seating

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    What to expect

    Noodles

    In-house crafted square-cut straight noodles

    Broth

    Shoyu
    Shio
    Tsukemen

    Typical price

    ¥1,000–1,999

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    Recommended order

    Tokusei Shoyu Ramen (特製醤油) & Binchotan Charcoal Roast Chashu

    Highly regarded Akihabara shop with 3,300+ reviews. Good for electronic district visitors looking for a quality bowl. Broad menu suits different tastes.

    Getting there

    東京都千代田区神田花岡町1-19

    1 min from Akihabara

    JR Yamanote Line, JR Sobu Line, Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line, Tsukuba Express

    Hours

    11:30–15:00, 18:00–21:30. Closed Wednesdays.

    Closed: Wednesday

    Queue & entry protocol

    Located directly outside Akihabara Station under the elevated tracks. Join the queue outside and purchase food tickets at the electronic kiosk only when instructed by staff. Credit cards and IC transit cards accepted. Closed Wednesdays.

    Ticketing & operational notice: Founder Yuki Honda posts daily supply, queuing lines, and holiday hours.

    Check official accounts before heading over for unscheduled closures or early soup cutoffs:

    𝕏@t_n_w2020honda

    How to Order
    Native Japanese audio

    Point at the menu or use the phrases below.

    Order your bowl

    醤油ラーメンをください

    Shoyu ramen o kudasai

    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

    Allergy card

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

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    Questions about Mendokoro Honda Akihabara Honten

    What is the nearest station to Mendokoro Honda Akihabara Honten?
    Akihabara, about a 1-minute walk away. Akihabara is served by JR Yamanote Line, JR Sobu Line, Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line and Tsukuba Express.
    What should I order at Mendokoro Honda Akihabara Honten?
    Tokusei Shoyu Ramen (特製醤油) & Binchotan Charcoal Roast Chashu. The kitchen works in Shio and Tsukemen. Noodles: in-house crafted square-cut straight noodles.
    How much does ramen cost at Mendokoro Honda Akihabara Honten?
    A bowl runs ¥1,000–1,999. Cards are accepted. Order from the ticket machine by the door before sitting down.
    When is Mendokoro Honda Akihabara Honten open?
    11:30–15:00, 18:00–21:30. Closed Wednesdays. Closed Wednesday.
    What should I know before visiting Mendokoro Honda Akihabara Honten?
    Expect a queue at peak hours and seating is at the counter.