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    Taiho Ramen Honten

    大砲ラーメン 本店

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    Founded in Kurume in 1953, Taiho invented the 'Yobimodoshi' method, never letting its cauldrons run empty while continuously replenishing fresh marrow bones. Crispy fried lard cubes (karishiko) float across ancient, smoky tonkotsu soup.

    Mukashi Ramen (昔ラーメン with Crispy Fried Lard Bits) & Ramen at Taiho Ramen Honten
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    Mukashi Ramen (昔ラーメン with Crispy Fried Lard Bits) & Ramen

    Tonkotsu
    Kotteri
    Medium straight Kurume noodles
    Ticket machine
    Up to ¥999

    Good to know & entry protocol

    Order the Mukashi Ramen to experience original Kurume street-cart styling with homemade lard cracklings and bamboo shoots.

    Operational note: 1953 birthplace of the continuous *yobimodoshi* broth method; no official social media; operational updates on taiho.net.
    Live announcements:taiho.net
    Card accepted
    Kids welcome
    Counter seating

    Location

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    福岡県久留米市通外町11-8

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    What to expect

    Noodles

    Medium straight Kurume noodles

    Broth

    Tonkotsu
    Kotteri

    Typical price

    Up to ¥999

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    Recommended order

    Mukashi Ramen (昔ラーメン with Crispy Fried Lard Bits) & Ramen

    Getting there

    福岡県久留米市通外町11-8

    7 min from Kushihara

    Nishitetsu Tenjin Omuta Line

    Hours

    10:30–21:00 daily.

    Closed: None

    Queue & entry protocol

    Order the Mukashi Ramen to experience original Kurume street-cart styling with homemade lard cracklings and bamboo shoots.

    Ticketing & operational notice: 1953 birthplace of the continuous *yobimodoshi* broth method; no official social media; operational updates on taiho.net.

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

    taiho.net

    How to Order
    Native Japanese audio

    Point at the menu or use the phrases below.

    Order your bowl

    とんこつラーメンをください

    Tonkotsu 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

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    Questions about Taiho Ramen Honten

    What is the nearest station to Taiho Ramen Honten?
    Kushihara, about a 7-minute walk away. Kushihara is served by Nishitetsu Tenjin Omuta Line.
    What should I order at Taiho Ramen Honten?
    Mukashi Ramen (昔ラーメン with Crispy Fried Lard Bits) & Ramen. The kitchen works in Tonkotsu and Kotteri. Noodles: medium straight kurume noodles.
    How much does ramen cost at Taiho Ramen Honten?
    A bowl runs Up to ¥999. Bring cash: the shop does not take cards. Order from the ticket machine by the door before sitting down.
    When is Taiho Ramen Honten open?
    10:30–21:00 daily. Closed None.
    What should I know before visiting Taiho Ramen Honten?
    Expect a queue at peak hours, seating is at the counter and children are welcome.