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    Aji Shichi Nakano Ten

    味七 中野店

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    Ground Intel & Counter Rules

    Queue Protocol

    Buy Ticket First

    Purchase your food ticket at the vending machine inside the door before joining the queue outside.

    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

    Aji Shichi Nakano stands three minutes north of Nakano Station down the drinking alleys parallel to Nakano Broadway. Operating for decades as a cherished Showa-era haven, the kitchen cooks authentic Sapporo miso ramen in hot woks with charred lard, fragrant garlic, minced pork, and crunchy bean sprouts. The heavy red and white miso blend clings to curly yellow Kobayashi Seimen noodles, accompanied by tender braised pork belly and seasoned bamboo shoots.

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    Tokusei Miso Ramen (特製みそらーめん) & Spicy Miso

    Miso
    Sapporo Miso
    Shoyu
    Thick yellow wavy aged Sapporo noodles (Kobayashi Seimen)
    Ticket machine
    ¥1,000–1,999

    Good to know & entry protocol

    Located in the retro drinking labyrinth north of Nakano Station. Buy tickets at the vending machine inside. Cash only. Free grated garlic and chili condiments are stationed along the wooden counter.

    Operational note: 1987 founding Sapporo miso ramen shop in the dining alleys north of Nakano Station; wok-charred vegetables tossed with rich miso stock and yellow curly noodles; wooden counter; ticket machine cash payment
    Kids welcome
    Counter seating

    Location

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    東京都中野区中野5-55-17

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    What to expect

    Noodles

    Thick yellow wavy aged Sapporo noodles (Kobayashi Seimen)

    Broth

    Miso
    Sapporo Miso
    Shoyu

    Typical price

    ¥1,000–1,999

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    Recommended order

    Tokusei Miso Ramen (特製みそらーめん) & Spicy Miso

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    Getting there

    東京都中野区中野5-55-17

    3 min from Nakano

    JR Chuo Line, JR Sobu Line, Tokyo Metro Tozai Line

    Hours

    11:30–15:00, 18:00–22:00. Closed Tuesdays.

    Closed: Tuesday

    Queue & entry protocol

    Located in the retro drinking labyrinth north of Nakano Station. Buy tickets at the vending machine inside. Cash only. Free grated garlic and chili condiments are stationed along the wooden counter.

    Ticketing & operational notice: 1987 founding Sapporo miso ramen shop in the dining alleys north of Nakano Station; wok-charred vegetables tossed with rich miso stock and yellow curly noodles; wooden counter; ticket machine cash payment

    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

    味噌ラーメンをください

    Miso 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 Aji Shichi Nakano Ten

    What is the nearest station to Aji Shichi Nakano Ten?
    Nakano, about a 3-minute walk away. Nakano is served by JR Chuo Line, JR Sobu Line and Tokyo Metro Tozai Line.
    What should I order at Aji Shichi Nakano Ten?
    Tokusei Miso Ramen (特製みそらーめん) & Spicy Miso. The kitchen works in Sapporo Miso and Shoyu. Noodles: thick yellow wavy aged sapporo noodles (kobayashi seimen).
    How much does ramen cost at Aji Shichi Nakano Ten?
    A bowl runs ¥1,000–1,999. Bring cash: the shop does not take cards. Order from the ticket machine by the door before sitting down.
    When is Aji Shichi Nakano Ten open?
    11:30–15:00, 18:00–22:00. Closed Tuesdays. Closed Tuesday.
    What should I know before visiting Aji Shichi Nakano Ten?
    Seating is at the counter and children are welcome.
    Do I line up first or buy a ticket first at Aji Shichi Nakano Ten?
    At Aji Shichi Nakano Ten, purchase your food ticket at the vending machine inside by the entrance, then take your place in the line outside. Staff collect tickets before seating.
    What payment methods does Aji Shichi Nakano Ten accept?
    Cash only. The ticket machine takes ¥1,000 banknotes and coins. Break ¥10,000 bills before arriving.