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    Kobushi Ramen

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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
    ¥1,000 Notes Only

    The ticket machine rejects ¥10,000 and ¥5,000 notes. Break large notes at a convenience store before arriving.

    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

    Kobushi Ramen in Kyoto offers ramen, tsukemen and tantan-men without the broth made with various noodles and a focus on ingredients. It suits diners seeking these styles at low prices near Umekoji Kyotonishi station.

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    Tsukemen

    Tsukemen
    Tantanmen
    Ramen
    Tsukemen
    Up to ¥999

    Good to know & entry protocol

    Closed Wednesdays; lunch and dinner both up to ¥999.

    Operational note: Fresh seafood dashi and seasonal duck broth bowls. Posts daily wild catch fish varieties, limited recipes, and opening times.
    Live announcements:𝕏@kobushi_ramen@kobushikengo1020
    Kids welcome

    Location

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    Near Umekoji Kyotonishi

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    What to expect

    Noodles

    Ramen
    Tsukemen
    Tantan-men without the broth

    Broth

    Tsukemen
    Tantanmen

    Typical price

    Up to ¥999

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    Recommended order

    Tsukemen

    食券

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    Getting there

    Exact street address is not yet confirmed.

    Near Umekoji Kyotonishi

    Hours

    Opening hours are not yet confirmed.

    Closed: Wednesday

    Queue & entry protocol

    Closed Wednesdays; lunch and dinner both up to ¥999.

    Ticketing & operational notice: Fresh seafood dashi and seasonal duck broth bowls. Posts daily wild catch fish varieties, limited recipes, and opening times.

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

    𝕏@kobushi_ramen@kobushikengo1020

    How to Order
    Native Japanese audio

    This shop likely uses a ticket machine (食券機 / kenbaiki). Buy your ticket before sitting down.

    Order your bowl

    つけ麺をください

    Tsukemen 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 Kobushi Ramen

    What is the nearest station to Kobushi Ramen?
    Umekoji Kyotonishi, a short walk away.
    What should I order at Kobushi Ramen?
    Tsukemen. The kitchen works in Tantanmen. Noodles: ramen, tsukemen and tantan-men without the broth.
    How much does ramen cost at Kobushi Ramen?
    A bowl runs Up to ¥999.
    When is Kobushi Ramen open?
    Closed Wednesday.
    What should I know before visiting Kobushi Ramen?
    Children are welcome.
    Do I line up first or buy a ticket first at Kobushi Ramen?
    Join the queue outside. Staff will invite you inside to sit and order at the counter.
    What payment methods does Kobushi Ramen accept?
    Cash is recommended. Keep ¥1,000 notes ready for the ticket machine.