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    Honke Daiichi Asahi Hon Ten

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    Ground Intel & Counter Rules

    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.

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    Honke Daiichi Asahi Hon Ten is a shoyu ramen shop near Kyoto station offering ramen and dumplings. Prices stay up to ¥999 for lunch and dinner; closed Thursdays. Suits budget diners seeking basic options in central Kyoto.

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    Ramen

    Shoyu
    Ramen
    Dumpling
    Up to ¥999

    Good to know & entry protocol

    Closed on Thursday.

    Operational note: Historic 1947 Kyoto station shoyu ramen legend (opens 6:00 AM); posts operational status, holiday hours, and online orders. Official site at honke-daiichiasahi.com.
    Live announcements:@honke_daiichiasahihonke-daiichiasahi.com
    Card accepted
    Kids welcome

    Location

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    Near Kyoto

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    What to expect

    Noodles

    Ramen
    Dumpling

    Broth

    Shoyu

    Typical price

    Up to ¥999

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    Recommended order

    Ramen

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    Getting there

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    Near Kyoto

    Hours

    Opening hours are not yet confirmed.

    Closed: Thursday

    Queue & entry protocol

    Closed on Thursday.

    Ticketing & operational notice: Historic 1947 Kyoto station shoyu ramen legend (opens 6:00 AM); posts operational status, holiday hours, and online orders. Official site at honke-daiichiasahi.com.

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

    @honke_daiichiasahihonke-daiichiasahi.com

    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

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    Questions about Honke Daiichi Asahi Hon Ten

    What is the nearest station to Honke Daiichi Asahi Hon Ten?
    Kyoto, a short walk away.
    What should I order at Honke Daiichi Asahi Hon Ten?
    Ramen. The kitchen works in Shoyu. Noodles: ramen and dumpling.
    How much does ramen cost at Honke Daiichi Asahi Hon Ten?
    A bowl runs Up to ¥999. Cards are accepted.
    When is Honke Daiichi Asahi Hon Ten open?
    Closed Thursday.
    What should I know before visiting Honke Daiichi Asahi Hon Ten?
    Children are welcome.
    Do I line up first or buy a ticket first at Honke Daiichi Asahi Hon Ten?
    Join the queue outside. Staff will invite you inside to sit and order at the counter.
    What payment methods does Honke Daiichi Asahi Hon Ten accept?
    Credit cards and electronic payments are accepted at Honke Daiichi Asahi Hon Ten.