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    Ajisai

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    Queue Protocol

    Line Up First

    Join the line outside. Staff will direct you inside to buy your ticket when seats open up.

    Payment Acceptance
    Credit Cards

    Tap or insert Visa, Mastercard, or JCB directly at the counter or digital kiosk.

    Typical Wait

    Usually under 15 minutes

    Peak rush runs 11:45 to 13:15 on weekdays. Arrive 15 minutes before opening for shorter waits.

    Best for

    Ajisai in Minami Aso, Kumamoto serves Tonkotsu ramen along with udon and beef dishes. It suits visitors near Nakamatsu station looking for a local spot open into the evening most days.

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    Akaushi Gotake Ramen topped with Aso akaushi beef

    Tonkotsu
    Ramen
    Udon
    Price not confirmed

    Good to know & entry protocol

    Closed Mondays; open Tue 11:00–16:00 and Wed–Sun 11:00–16:00 plus 17:00–21:00.

    Operational note: Minamiaso village countryside ramen shop. Order at table, direct walk-in seating.
    Card accepted
    Kids welcome

    Location

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    熊本県阿蘇郡南阿蘇村一関1960-3

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    What to expect

    Noodles

    Ramen
    Udon
    Beef dishes

    Broth

    Tonkotsu

    Typical price

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    Recommended order

    Akaushi Gotake Ramen topped with Aso akaushi beef

    Phone: 0967-62-8450. Parking for 15 cars. About a 20-minute walk from Nakamatsu Station.

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    Getting there

    熊本県阿蘇郡南阿蘇村一関1960-3

    20 min from Nakamatsu

    Minami Aso Railway Takamori Line

    Hours

    Tue 11:00–16:00; Wed–Sun 11:00–16:00 and 17:00–21:00

    Closed: Monday

    Queue & entry protocol

    Closed Mondays; open Tue 11:00–16:00 and Wed–Sun 11:00–16:00 plus 17:00–21:00.

    Ticketing & operational notice: Minamiaso village countryside ramen shop. Order at table, direct walk-in seating.

    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 Ajisai

    What is the nearest station to Ajisai?
    Nakamatsu, about a 20-minute walk away. Nakamatsu is served by Minami Aso Railway Takamori Line.
    What should I order at Ajisai?
    Akaushi Gotake Ramen topped with Aso akaushi beef. The kitchen works in Tonkotsu. Noodles: ramen, udon and beef dishes.
    When is Ajisai open?
    Tue 11:00–16:00; Wed–Sun 11:00–16:00 and 17:00–21:00 Closed Monday.
    What should I know before visiting Ajisai?
    Children are welcome.
    Do I line up first or buy a ticket first at Ajisai?
    Join the queue outside. Staff will invite you inside to sit and order at the counter.
    What payment methods does Ajisai accept?
    Credit cards and electronic payments are accepted at Ajisai.